Reclaim Control, Maximise Profit, and Build Guest Trust with Direct Booking Solutions

For decades, the holiday rental industry has been dominated by third-party platforms. While they brought global reach, they also introduced hefty commissions, limited control, and a gap between owners and guests. Now, a new wave is rising — the Book Direct Movement — and it’s putting power back in the hands of owners and property managers.

This isn’t just a trend. It’s a revolution — one that Breakz and Search and Stay are proud to lead. If you’re a holiday rental owner or manager tired of being a number on someone else’s platform, this is your moment. It’s time to own your bookings, your listings, your revenue — and your brand.

The Problem with Traditional Booking Platforms

1. Commission Eats Into Your Profits

Every time you get a booking through a third-party OTA (Online Travel Agency), up to 20% of your hard-earned revenue disappears. That’s thousands of dollars every year, simply for access to a platform. Imagine if that money stayed in your pocket.

2. You’re Renting Their Audience, Not Building Your Own

Your listing is at the mercy of ever-changing algorithms, generic search filters, and competitor ads. Guests don’t remember your brand — they remember the platform.

3. Limited Control Over Guest Communication

From rigid cancellation policies to delayed guest messages, you’re locked into a system that wasn’t designed for your business — it was designed for theirs.

What Does It Mean to Book Direct?

Booking direct — or booking directly with the owner — means guests reserve their holiday rental through your own book direct website, not through an OTA. No middlemen. No extra fees. Just clear, direct communication, transparent pricing, and a better experience for everyone involved.

For you, it means:

• Full control over your listings.
• Direct contact with guests before, during, and after the stay.
• No commissions.
• Consistent branding and repeat bookings.

The Rise of the Book Direct Movement

More owners are stepping away from traditional platforms and taking back control. Why?

• Trust in hosts has never been higher. Travellers want personal recommendations, local insights, and a more human experience.
• Post-pandemic habits shifted travellers toward meaningful, flexible, and direct communication.
• Technology has evolved, making it easier than ever to run your own website and manage direct bookings.

Platforms like Breakz and Search and Stay are at the forefront of this shift, offering all the tools you need — without the complexity or cost.

How Breakz and Search and Stay Make Booking Direct Simple

1. Your Own Book Direct Website — in Minutes

Breakz offers customisable templates that allow you to create your own book direct website with ease. Showcase your holiday rental or vacation property in your voice, with your branding.

No design skills? No problem. Choose a template, upload your images, add your availability — done.

2. Niche Exposure through Curated Direct Booking Sites

Not every traveller is looking for the same type of stay. Some want to escape to the coast, others travel with pets, and many seek out accessible, eco-conscious, or uniquely styled accommodation. That’s why Breakz offers a suite of curated book direct websites, each tailored to a specific guest interest or property niche. These platforms allow your listing to stand out in front of the right audience — guests already searching for what you offer.

Here’s the full collection of Breakz curated sites:

• Stays By Me – Celebrates inclusivity offering a platform for unique and character-rich holiday rentals.
• Bike Hike and Ski – Designed for travellers seeking adventure stays near trails, ski fields, and outdoor activity hubs.
• Surf and Beach Stays – Perfect for showcasing coastal accommodation close to beaches, surf breaks, and ocean escapes.
• Luxe Direct Stays – Dedicated to high-end and luxury holiday rentals that offer premium comfort and style.
• Accessibility Stays – Focuses on accessible accommodations with features that support mobility and inclusivity.
• Tiny Breakz – Highlights small, creative spaces including cabins, tiny homes, and off-grid escapes.
• Stays With Pools – Showcases vacation rentals with pools, ideal for guests who prioritise leisure and relaxation.
• On the Farm Stays – Brings together peaceful, rural stays for travellers seeking farm-style accommodation and countryside charm.
• Pack Your Pet – A go-to for pet-friendly holiday rentals, so guests never have to leave their companions behind.

Each of these curated sites is designed to deliver relevant traffic and help owners attract more direct bookings from guests aligned with their property type and style of stay. It’s targeted exposure made simple — and commission-free.

3. Seamless Integration with Search and Stay

Your listings sync with the Search and Stay, keeping availability, pricing, and bookings up to date across all platforms — without extra effort.

It’s powerful, automated, and saves hours of admin time.

Why Booking Direct Benefits Owners and Managers

Increase Your Profit Margins

Every direct booking eliminates the need to pay platform commissions, boosting your net revenue per booking. This translates to better cash flow and stronger long-term business growth.

Take Control of Your Business Strategy

With your own book direct website, you can set your policies, implement marketing campaigns, and track guest preferences without being restricted by third-party rules.

Create Brand Loyalty

A guest who books directly is more likely to become a repeat customer. With direct contact, you can follow up, offer return discounts, and build long-term loyalty.

Streamline Communication

From booking inquiries to check-in instructions, direct messaging allows for faster, clearer, and more personalised communication — something that’s often missing on OTA platforms.

Offer a Better Guest Experience

With no middlemen, guests enjoy a more humanised experience. You have the opportunity to personalise the stay, address questions early, and establish a stronger host-guest connection.

Why Guests Are Booking Direct More Often

Travellers are becoming more educated. Booking direct is now recognised as the smarter, more economical, and more personal way to travel.

They benefit from:

• Lower rates without third-party fees
• Flexible booking and cancellation policies
• Direct access to local knowledge from the host
• Clearer expectations and better support

This shift is a win for both sides — and it’s only accelerating.

The Breakz + Search and Stay Advantage

Breakz is more than a website builder. It’s an entire ecosystem built to help property owners transition into the world of direct bookings.

Through its curated network and seamless integration with Search and Stay, Breakz offers:

• Direct access to niche audiences
• Real-time updates and calendar sync
• Automated booking and availability management
• Secure payments and guest messaging

Search and Stay powers the backend, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and a high-quality booking experience.

Steps to Start Booking Direct Today

1. Build Your Book Direct Website

Use Breakz to create a simple, professional website that highlights your accommodation, amenities, pricing, and availability. Include guest reviews, high-quality images, and a direct booking form.

2. Choose a Curated Niche Platform

Apply for listing on one of Breakz’s curated book direct websites. Being featured in a targeted environment enhances exposure and builds trust with your ideal audience.

3. Sync Your Calendar and Rates

Link with Search and Stay to ensure your availability, rates, and booking data stay accurate across the platforms.

4. Promote Your Direct Booking Link

Update your email signature, social media bios, and Google Business profile with your website URL. Offer incentives for guests who book directly next time.

5. Maintain High Standards of Guest Service

Happy guests leave reviews, refer others, and return. By booking directly, you can build relationships that last beyond a single stay.

Addressing Common Concerns

Is it too technical to manage a book direct site?
Breakz is designed for simplicity. No tech skills are needed. You get support, templates, and automation built in.

Will I still be visible to guests?
Yes. With curated platforms and integration booking engines, you maintain exposure — but direct bookings become your focus.

Do guests trust direct bookings?
Increasingly, yes. When your website looks professional and you’re listed on reputable platforms like Breakz, trust follows naturally.

The Future of Holiday Rentals Is Book Direct

More owners are discovering that booking direct is not only viable — it’s necessary. With more guests seeking value, authenticity, and a better experience, direct booking is becoming the preferred option on both sides.

The Book Direct Movement is creating a more sustainable model for owners. It reduces dependence on monopolistic platforms and puts you back in control.

It’s not just the future. It’s the now.

Join the Book Direct Movement

There has never been a better time to embrace the Book Direct Movement. Platforms like Breakz and Search and Stay provide the tools, the exposure, and the support to help you succeed.

By building your brand, controlling your business, and engaging with your guests directly, you open the door to more profitable, reliable, and rewarding bookings.

This is not just a shift in strategy. It is a movement. A revolution. And you are invited to be part of it.

Visit breakz.com and searchandstay.com to take the first step.