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WEBINAR: Maximising Direct Bookings

16 August 2025 - Author: Jane Hill

MAXIMISING DIRECT BOOKINGS

Join freeonlinebooking for an exclusive webinar designed to help you take control of your bookings, reduce reliance on Online Travel Agents and, most importantly, increase your profits.

In this practical session, you'll discover:

📋 Why direct bookings are so important

💡 How to get guests to book direct

📈 Practical hints and tips to boost direct bookings

🎤 Live Q&A


CHOOSE THE DATE AND TIME THAT SUIT YOU BEST!


📅 Tuesday 2nd Sep at 7pm (UK) / Wednesday 3rd Sep at 6am (NZ)

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📅 Wednesday 3rd Sep at 1pm (UK) / Thursday 4th Sep at midnight (NZ)

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📅 Thursday 4th Sep at 2am (UK) / Thursday 4th Sep at 1pm (NZ)

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📅 Thursday 4th Sep at 9am (UK) / Thursday 4th Sep at 8pm (NZ)

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Places are limited so register now to avoid disappointment!


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About freeonlinebooking

freeonlinebooking is a global company based in Weston-super-Mare, with offices in New Zealand. With teams working across time zones, we're able to offer round-the-clock support - our Kiwi colleagues are on hand even when the UK is sleeping and vice versa.

We provide a comprehensive reservation system that includes a property management system, built-in channel manager, and a zero-commission online booking engine - all designed to integrate seamlessly with your website.  It's a true one-stop tech solution for your business.

But we're more than just software.  A big part of what we do is helping our customers maximise profitability with expert advice, engaging training videos, Facebook "Hot Tips", and ongoing support designed to help your business thrive.


FREE Demo

If you would Like a FREE no-obligation demo of our Premium all-in-one property management system PMS with integrated channel manager and commission free online booking system with one of our friendly sales team, Then please book a demo with us. In just 30 minutes we can show you via an online Zoom demo how our services work and how they can turbo charge your accommodation business.





  • Suitable for ALL property types
  • Easy to use, quick to learn
  • Flexible to meet your business needs
  • Advanced functionality
  • Innovative features
  • Totalty FREE option
  • Great round the clock support

Who are freeonlinebooking?

We are freeonlinebooking - the reservation system experts.

Our multi award winning cloud-based reservation system is designed to be really easy to use and is packed with all of the features you need to run a successful accommodation business. The system is suitable for all property types, including B&Bs, motels, hotels, backpackers and holiday parks.

Choose from our totally FREE online booking system or upgrade to our Premium all-in-one property management system with channel manager and online booking system.

Join thousands of properties across the World that have already joined our online booking revolution!

Welcome to free online booking

Book direct experts

We are book direct champions

Here at freeonlinebooking, we have always been champions of zero commission and direct bookings and we fully embrace the #BookDirect movement.

The benefits of direct bookings for your accommodation business are significant. Not only are you avoiding the high commissions charged by the Online Travel Agents (OTAs), you also have much more control of your business and will enjoy a much more direct relationship with your customers.

Our mission is to help your accommodation business maximise profits by adopting a book direct strategy.


Why switch to freeonlinebooking?


  • All our services are really easy to use
  • This means that it is easy for you to learn and easy to train your staff.
  • Our innovative rate and commission management features
  • We make it very easy to manage your rates and commission to maximise your profitability. In most cases our system pays for itself in just a matter of weeks.
  • Our fabulous round the clock support
  • As we are global, we can offer round the clock support from our friendly team, with 24/7 support for all urgent issues.
  • No commission or additional fees on bookings
  • We do not charge any additional fees or commission on bookings made through websites such as Booking.com.
  • Wide range of flexible functionality
  • Our services are a step up from the basic booking diaries that limit what you can do and constrain your business. Our system includes many features available on bigger more expensive systems.
  • We can help you get setup quickly and without fuss
  • Our team can quickly and efficiently help you move from your current reservation system vendor. We can even automatically import data from your old system if required.
  • We help you maximise bookings through your website
  • As we do not earn any additional fees or commission on bookings through websites such as booking.com, we will encourage you to maximise bookings through your own website rather than the big expensive websites.
  • All our services are very affordable
  • We offer excellent value for money. You may find cheaper, however you will probably find that you may not be able to get the system functionality and support you need.
  • We have been servicing the accommodation and tourism sectors since 2001
  • In short, we have lots of experience in this industry and we know our onions. That's why we are the reservation system experts.
  • No risk
  • We offer a FREE 30 day trial and FREE setup & training if you decide to use our services.

What our customers say about us


direct booking experts
Tried and tested.  We've tried several other platforms, but this is the best for our needs as a busy holiday park.  Staff are always helpful and also listen to recommendations for new features.  Recommend for anyone looking for a booking platform.
Hendre Coed Isaf Holiday Park, Bournemouth
A great tool to drive direct bookings, any problems dealt with quickly. Reasonably priced and easy to use system.
Kelston Guest House, Weymouth

Freeonlinebooking, the platform to choose. Always been amazing for us, and easy to use. 
Four Rooms, Blackpool
Best user-friendly booking calendar for our guests - compact and concise. Driving direct bookings to the next level.
Beach Pacific Apartments
direct booking experts

bed and breakfast
I was a novice, and still am, to this BnB hosting and freeonlinebooking were extremely helpful.  Videos online for set up were great and easy to follow.  Staff were quick to answer and help with my sometimes stupid questions.  I have recommended them to lots of other BnB hosts.  Thanks.
Broadwater Farm Accomodation
We have worked in a number of places from Holiday Parks, a BnB, a motel and a resort. We have used 3 other databases which were much more expensive.  Nothing compares to the ease of use, great support and value for money as Freeonlinebooking.  Highly Recommended.
Awatuna Sunset Lodge

I have been using freeonlinebooking for about 8 years and I find their systems to be accurate. I especially appreciate the prompt, friendly assistance that is delivered when I need it. I have already recommended them to other hosts and will continue to do so.
Kauri Apartment and Catlins Lake Sanctuary
We have been users for over 11 years and nothing is ever to much for the team when need them. They are a great team
Ace High Motor Inn, Napier
holiday park

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