MHRA applauds government initiative for events organisation in shoulder months

"This is yet another initiative to encourage and assist Local Councils in promoting their unique traits of their community and locality, which are increasingly proving popular with tourists and locals alike," the MHRA said.

With the recent advent of more independent travelers visiting the islands, villages are increasingly becoming more important and these will serve as unique attractions in their own right within the destination. "Such events will continue to entice more tourists and indeed locals to visit the many villages, and to sample first hand, the unique attributes these have to offer. This incentive will also help to support the ongoing efforts undertaken by MTA and other stakeholders to combat seasonality concerns."

MHRA said it is confident that Local Councils will exploit this opportunity and will continue to organize more events and activities which are serving as a pleasant and at times unforgettable experience by many tourists and also locals. "Such activities will continue to enhance our product offer and strengthen the cultural image of our islands. MHRA will continue to pledge its support to such events."