What is a Domain?

In our event 'Selecting a website for your holiday rentals', we covered Pros and Cons of 3 website options available.

The goal was to help you feel more confident when you're planning a holiday rental website. 

No matter which option you choose, you need to consider a Domain Name.

What is a Domain Name? 

A Domain Name is the unique name of your website on the internet. 

For example, Bookster’s Domain is ‘booksterhq.com’.

Do I need to buy or register a Domain?

We strongly recommend that you register / buy your own domain.

There are plenty of places where you can register your own Domain, from GoDaddy to Hostgator to Domain.com.

However, if the idea of getting your own Domain makes you quiver inside, you have an alternative. 

You could choose a website from a specialist website provider like Bookster. You can host your website on our domain - meaning you don’t need to set anything up.

Our Bookster Instant Websites can be on a free sub-domain (e.g. myholidayrental.booksterhq.com).

Advantages of having your own Domain for holiday rentals

• You own it, it’s yours. Nobody else can use it. 

• Statistically, a Bookster website on its Own Domain attracts more visitors and converts more bookings than those without

• It looks professional.

• As part of your brand, guests will come to recognise it.

• Use it for your email and look even more professional.
  Look at the difference between yourname@gmail.com and welcome@fifeholidayhome.com

Disadvantages of having your own Domain for holiday rentals

• There is a cost. This will vary depending on who you register your Domain with, the package you choose, and for how long.

• It can be difficult to choose the right Domain for your business.

What should my Domain name be?

Your Domain name could be your business name, your name, or your local area name + holiday homes.

How can I set up a Domain for my holiday rentals?

1. Search for your Domain name.
   Use a site like GoDaddy or Google Domains to search for your Domain name.

2. Choose your top-level domain (TLD or bit on the end)
   This could be .com, .co.uk, .scot, .biz etc. 

3. Choose who you want to register your Domain with.

4. Register your Domain.

5. Point your Domain at your website. 

Can I have a website on my Own Domain with Bookster? 

Yes. Once you set up an Instant website or a Custom Website with Bookster, you can connect it to your Own Domain. 

The steps to follow are inside Bookster, and we're here to help you with any questions. 

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When you set up a website, we recommend that you arrange your Own Domain, as this will add value to your business and help you attract more bookings.