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Helping property owners take control

bypass was born out of a simple belief: short-term rental owners deserve to keep more of what they earn—and connect directly with the guests they host.
I kept hearing the same thing from local property owners: “Guests want to book direct, but I don’t know how to handle it.”
Some didn’t know how to take payment from overseas guests. Others didn’t have a system for managing bookings outside of Airbnb or Booking.com. Many were nervous about getting it wrong—so they’d default to the big platforms and lose a chunk of income in commissions and fees.
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About ByPass

Tourism experts, digital marketers, friendly faces.

We bring extensive tourism industry experience and digital marketing prowess to your short term rental property business. We're not just business partners—we're your friendly trusted confidant and we're passionate about helping you attract the right guests direct.
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Who We Are
A small team with big experience

I’m Greg Southcombe, founder of bypass. I’ve worked in tourism and digital marketing for more than 30 years, helping small businesses grow their presence online.

My co-founder, Kazi Ahmed, is a trusted developer I’ve partnered with for over a decade. Kazi brings the technical know-how to make everything run smoothly, while I focus on strategy, customer experience, and helping property owners get seen by the right guests.

Together, we’re here to support property owners who want to reduce their reliance on the big platforms—and keep more of what they earn.

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What We Do
Websites, bookings, payment, and visibility—sorted
Bypass gives short-term rental property owners a complete online presence:
  • A beautiful, mobile-friendly website
  • A reliable, easy-to-use booking system
  • Integration with major listing sites (Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO.)
  • Secure payment options straight to your bank account
  • Smart ways to increase your visibility and attract direct guests
Whether you’ve got a bach or crib by the beach, a rural cottage, or boutique apartment, we’ll help you grow your direct bookings and stay in control.
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Our Promise
The direct booking path, made easy

We’re not just another web agency. We’re here to help you build real independence—on your terms. With the right setup, direct bookings can be easy, seamless, and rewarding for both you and your guests.

Let’s bypass the middleman—together.