There’s a new holiday in February that you may not be aware of, but if you are planning a vacation to Port Aransas, Mustang Island, or North Padre Island, it can be a game changer for your budget. February 5th is Book Direct Day 2025, a day dedicated to teaching travelers that there are better ways to reserve your vacation accommodations, and although you could find many of our properties at On Island Time on those other third-party platforms, there are many reasons why booking direct is better. This guide why you should book direct for your Texas 2025 vacation experience will enlighten you on all the ways it will change the way you plan your vacations forevermore.
Shopping Local Is Always a Good Thing
We all know that shopping local is the best way to stimulate a flagging economy, but you may not have thought about doing the same when you reserve your vacation sanctuary. Our staff at On Island Time, however, don’t just work where we rent properties; we live there, we play there, and when it comes time to hire new staff, the people we hire are local as well.
As the money circulates to the schools, the community, the businesses you will patronize, you may also notice a change in the activities you can enjoy, discover that new restaurants are announcing their grand opening, and new shops are opening their doors, eager to sell you the coolest souvenirs in the state. Shopping local is always a good thing, and when you book directly with us, that is exactly what you are doing!
Personally Yours on Book Direct Day 2025
Another benefit to booking direct is what we like to call the personal touch. Our mission is to ensure that your vacation is one that tops all previous vacations, and we ensure that not just by providing the most comfortable sanctuaries in the state, but by being your guide when you need ideas on where to eat, where to shop, and what to do.
We know how lucky we are to live where we do, and there is nothing we love more than to share all the things that make this part of the world fun, exciting, and all together wonderful. We can point you in the direction of our favorite special occasion restaurant, we can tell you where the best margaritas can be had, and we can even recommend the best tour companies, the ones that will take you to our favorite places. This personal concierge service just won’t be found anywhere else and may be one of your favorite reasons for booking direct.
We’re Flexible
Those big business vacation rental companies—you know, the ones with all the initials in their names—may have been flexible at one time, but over the years they have begun to develop a rigid set of rules, an unyielding collection of regulations, and in no way do they understand that life happens. Booking direct will also get you direct access with people who listen to your problems and work with you to find a solution that is amenable to all parties whenever possible.
Early check-ins, late check-outs, or maybe just letting you store your luggage when there is no feasible way of letting you check in early, but we just don’t want you to have to run around town pulling a set of Samsonite behind you. This flexibility doesn’t hurt anyone, and if it helps you enjoy your vacation, all the better.
How Does Saving Money Sound?
Perhaps the top reason for booking direct on February 5th is the money you can save. By using our website, you have access to last-minute deals on properties, holiday sales, even exclusive packages that will add to your enjoyment of the vacation experience. What won’t you find? Parking fees, fees that are charged simply for the privilege of using our website, or many other additional fees and costs for which those other sites are famed.
Saving money on your accommodations may help you extend your trip an extra day or choose to eat out for every meal instead of being forced to stay in and cook, or maybe you will be able to afford those new flip flops that seem to be a little pricey but are so cute and comfortable. It doesn’t matter what you spend your savings on, what’s important is that you saved because you booked directly with On Island Time for your Texas vacation of a lifetime.
Comfort, Style, and Serenity
Whenever or however you choose to book our welcoming vacation escapes, you can rest easy knowing that our properties will become an integral part of your vacation experience. Even better? You don’t have to wait until February 5th to book, nor will you miss out on the wonderful benefits if you forget the day; you can book direct with On Island Time any day of the year. Book direct today!
