Custom-built WordPress websites for Airlie Beach businesses — tourism operators, tradies, hospitality and more. Live in weeks, not months.
Live in weeks
Not months. Our process is built for speed.
Local web design
Airlie Beach runs on tourism, hospitality, and a tight-knit local business community – and your website needs to work as hard as you do. Whether you’re a tour operator trying to convert browsers into bookings, a tradie who needs the phone to ring, or a cafe wanting locals and visitors to find you, a generic template isn’t going to cut it.
Whitsunday Websites builds custom WordPress websites for Airlie Beach businesses – designed to load fast, look great on mobile (where most of your visitors are browsing from), and show up when people search for what you do. No offshore designers, no disappearing after launch – just a local team that understands what makes an Airlie Beach business tick.
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Seasonal demand, booking systems, and selling the experience before guests arrive – we build websites that understand how Airlie Beach tourism businesses actually operate.
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Most websites are live within 3–6 weeks. Clear timelines, regular updates, and a process that fits around your business – not the other way around.
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Most visitors searching for things to do or businesses to call in Airlie Beach are on their phones. Every site we build is designed mobile-first.
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Every website includes SEO setup, Google Analytics, and Search Console – so your site gets found by the people searching for you right now.
What we offer
From your first website to a full booking-enabled tourism site – everything your Airlie Beach business needs online, handled by one local team.
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Professionally designed, mobile-friendly websites built on WordPress. Starter packages from $2,500 including up to 5 pages, contact forms, SEO setup, and Google Analytics.
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WooCommerce online stores with product pages, Stripe and PayPal payment integration. Ideal for retail and tourism businesses selling tours, merchandise, or experiences online.
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Online booking systems built directly into your website – essential for tour operators, accommodation providers, and activity businesses across Airlie Beach.
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Get found by locals and visitors searching for your services in Airlie Beach. We set up Google Business Profile, on-page SEO, and content targeting local search terms.
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Managed hosting, security monitoring, plugin updates, and regular backups from $59/month. Your website stays fast, secure, and up to date – hands-free.
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Professional business email addresses set up and ready to go. Look the part with every enquiry – no more Gmail or Hotmail addresses on your booking confirmations.
Areas we serve
We work with businesses right across the Airlie Beach area and the wider Whitsundays region.
Also serving Mackay and surrounds – see our Mackay page.
Who we work with
We work with all kinds of local businesses across Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays – from tourism operators to tradies to professional services.
You need online booking capability and a site that sells the experience before guests arrive. We build websites that do exactly that.
Your customers search Google when they need a tradie. We build sites that rank locally and turn searches into leads and calls.
A site that reflects your brand, shows your menu or products, and drives foot traffic through the door- done well, it pays for itself.
A credible, polished online presence that builds trust before a client ever picks up the phone. First impressions happen online now.
Stunning visuals, clear pricing, and easy enquiry forms – built for businesses where the Whitsundays scenery does a lot of the selling.
Online booking, service pages, and a professional look that reassures clients before their first appointment. We build sites that fill your calendar.
Pricing
Every package is built to give Whitsunday and Mackay businesses a professional online presence that gets found and gets results.
Starter
from $2,500
Perfect for new businesses or anyone who needs a clean, professional website up and running fast.
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Professional
from $4,500
For established businesses ready to make a serious impression online and attract more local customers.
Business
from $7,500
For businesses that need more – e-commerce, bookings, multiple integrations, or complex custom builds.
All prices are starting from. Final pricing is confirmed in your proposal. A 50% deposit is required to begin. Payment plans available on request.
Care Plans
A website isn’t set-and-forget. Plugins go out of date, security vulnerabilities emerge, and things break. Our care plans keep your site safe, fast, and running — every single month.
Essentials
Managed hosting, 5GB storage, SSL certificate, daily backups, security & speed optimisation, automatic plugin & WP updates, email accounts
$59/month
Growth
Everything in Essentials + 10GB Storage, uptime monitoring, performance monitoring, 30 min website adjustments per month
$99/month
Premium
Everything in Essentials & Growth + manual plugin & WP updates, 60 min website adjustments per month, monthly report
$179/month
Why choose local
There are hundreds of web designers you could choose. Here’s why working with someone local makes a real difference.
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Airlie Beach has a unique mix of tourists, seasonal visitors, and locals. We build websites and write copy with that mix in mind - not generic national templates that miss the mark on tone or focus.
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Ranking on Google in Airlie Beach is different to ranking in a capital city. We target the specific search terms your customers use - "tour operator Airlie Beach", "plumber Airlie Beach", "cafe Cannonvale" - and build your site to rank for them.
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When you need something fixed or updated, you're not waiting on a business hours window that doesn't match yours, or dealing with someone offshore. We're in the same time zone, running on the same schedule.
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We're not going anywhere. Your website is an ongoing asset that needs regular attention — updates, new content, SEO improvements. Having a local team who knows your business and sticks around is worth far more than the cheapest quote.
Not sure what to look for in a web designer? Read our guide
Recent Work
What locals say
"Wow thanks it’s great!
Love it!!
Many Thanks"
Deb F.
New Zealand, Tourism Operator
"Ugh… you are amazing – thank you!"
Sheree S.
Brisbane, Event Manager
"LOVE IT!!! Love the fonts, the colours, the drop-downs, and the notice across the top! Super happy — thank you!"
Hayley
Whitsundays, Business Owner
Common questions
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Just send us an email — we respond within 1 business day.
Our websites start from $2,500 for a Starter package (up to 5 pages), $4,500 for a Professional package (up to 10 pages), and $7,500+ for Business packages with e-commerce or booking systems. All packages include SEO setup, Google Analytics, mobile-friendly design, and a contact form. We’ll always confirm your exact price in a detailed proposal before any work begins.
Most projects are live within 3–6 weeks from the time you pay your deposit and provide your content. The timeline depends largely on how quickly you can provide photos, any existing content, and feedback on designs. We’ll give you a clear timeline in your proposal so you know exactly what to expect.
Not at all – our whole process is designed to work remotely via email. That means it works just as smoothly whether you’re running tours out on the water, managing a property, or behind the counter in Airlie Beach. Everything from your initial brief to final approval is handled online.
Yes – we regularly integrate booking and scheduling systems for tour operators, accommodation providers, and service businesses. We’ll recommend the right booking platform for your business and build it directly into your new website.
Every website we build includes on-page SEO setup, Google Analytics, and Google Search Console – so you start with the right foundations. We can also set up your Google Business Profile to help you appear in local map results. For ongoing SEO growth, our care plans include monthly content and rank monitoring.
Absolutely. We can audit your existing website, identify what’s holding it back, and either rebuild it properly or make targeted improvements. A free audit is a great place to start – just get in touch and we’ll take a look.
Get Started
Or email us at hello@whitsundaywebsites.com.au
