Short thoughts, work in progress, lessons learned, & the occasional personal update.
Looking at these skylight photos all day got me thinking. What’s it like living in a house with a transparent roof like that? Then I imagined having one here in PH. Sounds great when it rains. Then summer hits 😂
jk, these skylights are actually automated and packed with features.
WPBakery might be the only page builder where the experience is equally rough whether you’re using backend or frontend editing. Divi handles this way better.
Sorry, I keep comparing these two because they both offer both modes, but the quality gap is real. Credit to the Divi team for getting that right!
I just realized I wasn’t able to record everything. Now I’m trying to piece together all the info I remember and the photos I have.
The insights they shared were pretty overwhelming 😅
I have an urgent page build using WPBakery. Although we have a 1-week deadline, I’m confident I can deliver. But seriously, at least give us a custom CSS field per widget. Even Divi has that!
I’m not really the type to rant about tools I use for work. I get that every builder is built differently. But every time I have a project using this one, it just takes so much longer than it should.
You know, one thing that still bugs me is not asking my old clients to leave their review on my Google Business page.
I just collected them through email or other apps. Should’ve known better 😬
You know what makes doing this stuff worth it? People who still remember you and refer you even if you haven’t spoken in a long time!
Just got an inquiry! Turns out someone I spoke with 2 years ago referred them. As a small service provider, that kind of thing means a lot 🙂
Late night timelapse of us getting things done. I don’t know why, but I always feel more productive at night.
Also, I just recently got that standing desk, and I can’t appreciate enough how helpful it is when you’re getting older 😂
See those long page designs? It’s still Wednesday but I guess I’m gonna be working even on the weekend 🥲
I’m not sure if this is just me, but handling web projects + creating content at the same time is kinda stressful.
Especially when you’re working on it alone. Still grateful for it though.
Finally set up a quick way to share thoughts on my site. Not everything needs to be a full blog post.
New blog about this feature coming soon!
I build direct booking websites for small resorts, vacation rentals, and Airbnb hosts. So you keep more revenue and own your guest relationships.
Airbnb, Booking.com, and VRBO charge up to 15.5% per booking. That makes sense for new guests who found you through the platform. But for returning guests? That’s your revenue, not theirs.
Guests message you on Facebook or call to check availability. Without a booking system, reservations slip through the cracks.
People visit your site but can’t book directly. So they go back to the platform, and you pay the commission anyway.
You don't need to leave these platforms. You just need a website where your repeat guests can book direct.
Designed and built a full online booking system for a local resort. Guests can now check availability and book directly in a few clicks.
Every time a returning guest books through Airbnb, Booking.com, or VRBO, someone’s paying platform fees. Either you, your guest, or both.
For guests who already know and trust you, that’s money neither of you should be losing.
That’s revenue you could be keeping, just by giving those guests a way to book with you directly.
A direct booking website lets your repeat guests skip the platform entirely. No middleman fees, a better experience for them, and you keep the full amount.
All it takes is a simple card at your property or a follow-up message: "Book direct next time and save."
Tell me about your property and what’s not working. No jargon, no pressure.
Your site is designed around your brand and your guest’s booking journey. You see everything before it goes live.
We go live with SEO basics in place. I stick around for ongoing site care so nothing breaks.
Built around your brand, not a template.
Guests check availability and book without leaving your site.
Looks great on all devices and screen sizes.
Quality web design without the agency price tag. You get a dedicated developer at a fraction of the cost.
Provide ongoing maintenance and support to keep your website updated and efficient.
Get a 3-month free site care.
So your new site doesn’t just look good. It gets found.
Yes. If your current site is solid, I can integrate a booking system into it, just like I did for Seascape.
Yes, and you should keep using it. Platforms are great for getting discovered by new guests. Your direct booking site is for the guests who already know you, so you stop paying commissions on repeat bookings.
WordPress. It’s flexible, easy to manage on your end, and you fully own your website. No platform lock-ins, no surprises.
2-8 weeks depending on scope. You’ll get a clear timeline before we start.
Yes. Your site is built on WordPress, so if you can type an email, you can update your content. I’ll show you how before handoff.
You get 3 months of complimentary site care. That covers updates, security, backups, and any fixes that come up. After that, you can choose to extend it or I can hand things over when you feel ready.
I offer flexible payment plans. For example, our website design process is divided into six phases, allowing us to split the payments into six installments. Depending on your website type, you should consider additional costs for design, hosting, and maintenance. I’m here to help you explore your options and find the best solution for your needs.
Every project is different. After our conversation, I’ll send a clear quotation based on what you need.
Free consultation · No commitment
Tell me about your property. Let’s figure out what you need.
The output was more polished, engaging, and aligned with our goals.
There was also a clear boost in efficiency and customer engagement after implementing his work.
I’m a freelance web designer and developer specializing in direct booking websites for short-term rental businesses. You’ll be working directly with me throughout the entire process, from design to launch.
