by Raheleh Rasouli

Are you planning your next trip to somewhere exotic like Iran?

Not entirely sure on how to organize it?

Going on a trip to Iran is guaranteed to be a fun and exciting experience.

For some, however, the exhilaration and excitement is eclipsed by the nitty-gritty of planning and organizing the details.

This should not be the case as your planned trip to historic and beautiful Iran is supposed to be taken to unwind, relax, and simply have a good time.

Worry-free adventures

Normally, people are thrilled to travel. Turning dream destinations into reality is a wonderful experience. It is a chance to rest, to take a break from the daily grind, or to simply delight in a different experience.

Escapades usually bring a sense of elation. The chance to see other places, taste new flavors, and discover new cultures brings about an excitement that stirs the soul.

While most look forward to the journey, preparing for it may not exactly be treated with the same excitement if there are a thousand and one minute details to go through and take care of.

For a more fret-free trip planning experience, choose to make use of an online booking platform to make sure that nothing will fall into the cracks. By making use of an online resource, fulfilling your Iran itinerary should be a breeze.

Here are the top 5 reasons why you should turn to online booking for a stress-free trip:

1. Convenience is key

Everyone is on his or her phone, tablet, or whatever gizmo that makes life so much more convenient. These days, people choose to go online for everyday needs such as doing groceries or paying for bills.

Planning trips is no different.

According to a Google study conducted in cooperation with PhocusWright published in February 2018, doing online research on trip planning and booking is commonplace across all markets and is as common as shopping for clothes.

In fact, 48% of smartphone users in the US research, plan, and book their trips using their mobile device. Both the UK and Australia have 45% of their smartphone users going online while Indian users reach up to 87%, Japanese users reached 59%, and Brazilian travelers using mobile devices to plan trips comprised 67%.

They don’t need to go out of their homes or offices to make a hotel reservation. They let their fingers do the walking and can plan trips during office breaks or on their free time. May it be the middle of the night or the wee hours of the morning, online booking platforms can readily serve the needs of uber-busy travelers without a hitch.

2. Easy as 1, 2, 3.

Users choose to do their hotel booking online because it is easier to do.

People love the easy-to-search functionality and simple booking process. Looking up hotels and making reservations using an online booking platform is fast and efficient especially for people on-the-go.

Efficient online booking platforms offer travelers a user-friendly interface that makes it easy to look up hotels in a specific area. The best and cheapest hotel deals can all be found in just a few clicks. At the same time, people who use an online booking platform can also easily track their bookings or even their flights simply by keying in their booking and phone number.

You can enjoy the very same benefits by following suit.

3. Comparing and deciding come easy

Comparing hotel amenities, locations, and prices is a breeze when using an online booking platform.

Just by typing in the location and travel dates, a list of hotels and accommodation options will be presented with the specific filters that you have.

Choices given can also be sorted out according to your specifications — whether based on the most viewed results, minimum or maximum prices, or which hotels/accommodations offer the largest discounts.

Instant booking is also available so it cuts down on waiting time for your hotel reservation to go through.

4. Earning points for loyalty is an added perk

Travelers can also take advantage of an online booking platform’s special offers by subscribing and downloading their app. Online booking apps usually offer customers tailor-made user experiences and exclusive deals.

Registered users who book hotels through an online booking app can get instant loyalty points and discounts. These points can then be used for future purchases.

5. More benefits for business bookings

Thoughtful online booking companies have come up with bespoke business programs for corporate clients.

Companies are given an online solution when booking trips through an online booking platform. Perks such as, but not limited to, deposit and credit payments, special discounts, and 24/7 online support are all available for enterprise clients.

Raising the Bar

Online booking platforms provide travelers with an elevated booking experience. They raise the bar in making sure that trip planning is organized through an easy, functional and interactive online process.

What’s more, popular online booking platforms also give out useful travel tips through their blogs. Practical information such as destination guides, travel visa requirements, or even food and beverage recommendations can also be found in their online pages.

These important tidbits all stem from years of expertise in helping travelers all over the world make well-planned and memorable trips.

An online booking platform can certainly give you the trip of your lifetime in one easy snap.

So, for your highly anticipated holiday in Iran, make use of the best that technology can offer and look forward to an enjoyable, stress-free journey.

AUTHOR BIO

Raheleh Rasouli is a content creator at Snapptrip, a full-service travel booking company based in Tehran, Iran with a mission to empower customers' choices in booking their whole travel online. Raheleh is a veteran journalist with an aptitude for precision and a passion for new media.