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Why Join Keyguides Connect? – The Best Platform for Independent Tour Guides

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Take Control of Your Guiding Business

Keyguides Connect is the only platform dedicated to independent tour guides to help take control of their work and increase their earnings. We are building the tools to allow you to run your guiding business on your terms—without high commissions, restrictive policies, or platform interference.

1. Keep More of Your Earnings

Most online travel agencies (OTAs) like Viator and GetYourGuide take 20-35% in commissions, significantly reducing your earnings. Keyguides Connect offers a low-cost alternative that puts more money in your pocket. With Keyguides Connect:

  • You better control your earnings with a lower, transparent pricing model.

  • You set your own rates without price restrictions.

  • More money stays in your pocket instead of going to middlemen.

2. Own Your Customers & Build a Long-Term Business

Big platforms make sure that customers belong to them—not you. Keyguides Connect flips that model:

YOU

  • get direct access to customers before and after a booking.

  • get to build relationships and repeat bookings.

  • have reviews and reputation that stays with you, not just in third-party marketplaces.

3. No More Overbookings or Manual Hassle

Double bookings and unreliable systems when managing schedules across multiple platforms can become a thing of the past.

With Keyguides Connect there is:

  • Automated calendar synchronisation (with your own calendar) to manage availability across multiple channels of booking.

  • Instant bookings & requests without back-and-forth emails.

  • A simple, modern system that makes scheduling stress-free.

4. Full Flexibility – No Forced Pricing or Policies

Tired of OTAs forcing you to follow their rules? We believe in guide freedom:

  • Set your own prices (no forced parity pricing like Viator).

  • Create custom tours & experiences based on what you do best.

    (Coming soon! This feature will be available shortly after launch, and we can’t wait to help you craft unique experiences your way!)

  • Choose your own cancellation and refund policies

    (Coming soon! For now, we have a fixed 15-day, 100% refund policy, but this is set by the guide, not the platform. As soon as the functionality is ready, you’ll have full control to customize your policies!)

5. More Than Just a Service – You’re Our Partner

At Keyguides Connect, we see you as a partner, not just another service provider. We’re here to help you build your personal brand, gain visibility, and establish a professional presence that’s truly yours.

  • Get your own professional page to showcase your expertise, experience, and unique tours.

  • Promote yourself effortlessly with a shareable booking link that makes it easy for customers to find and book you.

  • Build a recognizable brand with your own identity, not just another listing on a big platform.

6. Administration begone!

We will be using all the latest technology to support you and cut away administration and hassle. By the end of the year, our copilot will:

  • Offer support to your customers on your behalf, eliminating back and forth emails and phone calls.

  • Support you in both onboarding, profile development, tour creation and marketing.

Join the Future of Guiding – Start Your Journey with Keyguides Today!

If you're looking for a guide-friendly platform that prioritizes your success, Keyguides Connect is your solution. Join today and experience a low-commission, flexible, and business-focused platform designed for tour professionals like you. Take control, grow your business, and guide on your terms.