Custom Squarespace Website forTourism & Accommodation Businesses
Without the stress.
Squarespace
Web Design
Whether you're opening your doors for the first time or finally replacing a site that was never quite right, a proper website build gives your business a strong, professional foundation.
One that looks great, works on every device, and helps the right customers find you, without you having to figure it all out yourself.
Is it Time For A Website Rebuild?
✓ Your website is more than 5 years old
✓ It isn't mobile-friendly
✓ It no longer reflects your business
✓ It feels cluttered or outdated
✓ You want a website that's easier to manage yourself
✓ Customers struggle to find information
A successful website isn't just about looking good.
It's about understanding your customers, supporting your business goals, creating a clear customer journey and making it easy for people to take the next step.
Specialised Web Design for
New Zealand Tourism and Hospitality Businesses
A website rebuild is an opportunity to create a professional online presence that reflects where your business is today and helps support where it's going next.
Whether you're starting from scratch or replacing an existing website, I'll guide you through the process and make it as simple and stress-free as possible.
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I will take care of everything from domain registration to website hosting (for one year), ensuring a smooth online presence for your business.
If you already have your own domain, no problem, we can link that in. Additional hosting can be purchased during the website build or at a later date.
Includes Sqaurespace Core hosting plan for 1 year and SSL Certificate.
An SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificate is a digital file that authenticates a website's identity and enables encrypted HTTPS connections. It protects user data from interception and triggers the trusted padlock icon in browser address bars. -
Including a blog with up to 3 posts or a portfolio with up to 3 projects (typical pages include Home, Services, About, Blog/Portfolio, and Contact)
Additional pages can be included for an additional fee.
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Modern, clean design
User-focused navigation
Clear calls-to-action
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Modern Websites Built for Google & AI Search
The way people search online is changing.
While Google is still important, more people are now using AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity and Google's AI search results to find businesses, products and services.
That means having a modern website is no longer just about looking good. It's about making sure your business can be found and understood by both search engines and AI tools.
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Currently, over 70% of New Zealand's tourism traffic happens on mobile devices—yet most operators are losing bookings because their websites freeze up on patchy, rural 3G networks.
To fix this, I will strip away your desktop-heavy clutter, compress your imagery for instant loading, and anchor a sticky 'Book Now' bar to the bottom of the screen so passengers can book a room one-handed from the road.
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Seamless booking engine integration and streamlined, mobile-ready contact forms designed to capture traveller inquiries instantly.
If you are still relying on manual emails and want to finally upgrade to an automated system, I will consult with you to select the perfect booking engine for your property and handle the complete technical integration.
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Monitor your website traffic easily with Squarespace’s built-in analytics, alongside a foundational Google Analytics (GA4) setup that's ready whenever you want to dive deeper into the data.
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Using your supplied documentation, otherwise this can be generated; additional charges may apply.
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Website testing
Mobile optimisation
Launch assistance
Handover support - I will send you a short video of Squarespace basics, showing you exactly how to change text, swap out an image, and view their built-in analytics.
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Post-launch support includes a 30-day warranty to fix any broken links, mobile display issues, or technical glitches at no cost.
It does not include new design work, adding new pages, or uploading new content. Additional design work can be booked at my hourly rate.
What's included - Future-Ready Website Package
Shift just a handful of OTA bookings to direct bookings, and this website rebuild pays for itself in a single season.
Starting From $2,300+gst
WHY CHOOSE ME?
From The West Coast to All of Aotearoa
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Unlike many website designers, I've spent decades running and working in tourism and hospitality businesses.
I understand the daily juggle of balancing customers, operations, staff, and marketing, all while trying to keep the rest of the business moving.
I know exactly what it's like to need a website update but never quite find the extra time or budget to make it happen.My goal is to help small New Zealand business owners build an online presence they're truly proud of, one that reflects all the hard work they put into their business, at a price that's actually affordable.
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A good website is about so much more than just looking professional.
It’s really about understanding how your customers actually find you and what information they’re searching for. Whether they’re trying to book a stay, plan a visit to your showroom, or give you a call to set up an appointment, the site needs to make that next step feel easy for them.
Because of my background in tourism, accommodation, and visitor experiences, I tend to look at websites through the eyes of the customer. For me, it’s never just about making things look pretty; it’s about making sure the experience actually works for the people using it.
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I've spent years building websites, but more importantly, I’ve spent those years actually running businesses.
I have a clear understanding of the daily mechanics, from customer behaviour and bookings to inquiries, operations, and overall growth. Every recommendation I make is grounded in your specific business goals. I'm also very familiar with booking platforms and have worked with all the major players, including FareHarbor, Rezdy, Siteminder, and AbodeBooking. I can help you figure out how to serve your customers best and get your time back, so you can generate bookings while you sleep.
I pride myself on being a dynamic operator who evolves alongside the industry. With the rapid shifts in AI Search and optimisation, I’m committed to staying ahead of the curve to ensure your business stays visible and relevant online.
Things are moving fast right now. Let me handle the technical side of things so you can focus on your best work, running your business.
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Websites shouldn't be built just for today; they need to support where your business is heading tomorrow.
Whether you're just starting out, evolving your services, or planning for major growth, I focus on building sites with the future in mind. I also make sure you’re fully set up to manage your own content and updates whenever you like. This gives you the freedom to keep your site fresh and up to date as your business grows.
If you're flat out and don't have the time, I'm just a phone call or email away to get things updated and refreshed as needed.
Common Questions
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Most projects are completed within 3–4 weeks depending on the size of the website and how quickly content is provided.
Get in touch, and we can give you a FREE website review, and we'll give you an honest answer.
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Not necessarily.
I'm more than happy to guide you through the process and share my recommendations. Since you know your business and your customers best, capturing your story from your own perspective is always valuable.
However, if you're short on time or would prefer that I handle the heavy lifting while you provide the final polish, I can certainly do that too. I'll make sure we're hitting all the right keywords for your industry and region to get you noticed.
NOTE: Additional fee’s may apply if writing new copy for your business.
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Your existing site access, any updated photos or text you'd like to use, and a rough idea of what you'd like to change.
I’ll handle the rest and guide you through it in plain language, no jargon.
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Yes, Absolutely
Squarespace is designed to be user-friendly, and I can provide guidance on making updates.
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Absolutely.
Every website I build is designed with a mobile-first approach. For my clients in the tourism and hospitality sectors, data shows that over 70% of visitors are using smartphones to find inspiration and on-the-ground information.
Most of these visitors are looking for activities in the moment. Whether they are conducting localised searches, like "jet boating near me" or "best cafes in Queenstown" via Google Maps, mobile is the primary touchpoint for tourists travelling within New Zealand. It is how they make real-time decisions, find operators, and map out their routes. To make this seamless, I design "Contact Us" pages and forms with pre-filled fields, user-friendly buttons, and readable font sizes to ensure you actually capture your audience.
Of course, desktop design still matters, particularly for "The Research and Multi-Day Booking Phase". This is typically when users are piecing together expensive itineraries, booking international flights, comparing rental campervans, or navigating complex reservation calendars.
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Yes, a Squarespace website works seamlessly with most third-party booking systems, including Rezdy and FareHarbor.
If you don't have a booking platform yet but want to get one integrated, now is a great time to dive in. I'm happy to set this up for you so your business can capture bookings 24/7, eliminate the risk of double-bookings, and automate all those admin tasks like deposits and waivers. This ultimately frees you up to focus on delivering authentic Kiwi hospitality and gives you more time for the things that actually bring you joy. I'm fairly certain that manual confirmation emails aren't on that list!
We'll chat about this right at the start of our journey to make sure we're checking all the boxes for your specific operational needs.