Iran is becoming an increasingly popular destination for global travellers, according to a new research released by Skyscanner, a global travel search engine. Between June 26 and July 5, the number of worldwide searches for flights to the country grew by close to 30 per cent compared to the previous 10-day period, driven by positive news about the discussion on the lifting of economic sanctions.
The number of Hong Kong people searching for flights to Iran actually doubled. However, the biggest search increases were seen in European countries, with Denmark up by 48 per cent, Germany by 36 per cent, the Netherlands by 33 per cent, and the UK by 32 per cent. Italy and Sweden demonstrated increases of 25 per cent and 20 per cent respectively.
Interest in Iran is also on the rise in nearby locations, with the search volumes in Turkey growing by 34 per cent, by 33 per cent in the UAE, and 29 per cent in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.
Fang Fang, marketing manager- Hong Kong, Skyscanner said, “With its outstanding historical heritage, rich culture and nature resorts, Iran has a lot to offer international travellers. Top destinations include the bustling metropolis of Tehran, the impressive gardens of Shiraz, the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Persepolis, and the epic architecture of Isfahan. As well as its unique man-made heritage, the country offers travellers access to some of the world’s best beaches on both the Caspian Sea and the Persian Gulf. Mountain peaks near resorts such as Dizin and Shemshak rise to altitudes of over 5000 metres.”