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    The tools tourism businesses run on.

    Booking systems, channel managers, CRM, marketing, websites, payments and accounting, with what each one suits, what it costs and how it fits with Launchpad. 111 tools, by category.

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    Each tool has its own page with what it suits, pricing, and the articles that mention it.

    • Square

      Point of sale, payments, invoices and online selling for Australian businesses.

      Payment processing · From Free plan

    • Zeller

      Card terminals, a business account and invoicing from an Australian payments company.

      Payment processing · From No monthly fees

    • Airwallex

      Multi-currency accounts, international payments and cards for businesses.

      Payment processing · subscription

    • ChargeAutomation

      Online check-in, guest payments and security deposits for stays and rentals.

      Payment processing · From Free plan

    • GoCardless

      Collect recurring and one-off payments by bank instead of card.

      Payment processing · From From 1% + A$0.40 per transaction

    • Lightspeed

      Point of sale for shops, restaurants and golf courses, in store and online.

      Payment processing · From From A$79/month

    • PayPal

      Take online payments from customers around the world with PayPal.

      Payment processing · usage-based

    • Stripe

      Take online and in-person payments, send invoices and manage billing.

      Payment processing · From From 1.65% + A$0.30 per transaction

    • Tyro

      Australian EFTPOS terminals, online payments and a business transaction account.

      Payment processing · usage-based

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    Frequently asked questions

    Common questions about tourism software and tools

    What is this list?
    Software and digital tools we have seen work for tourism businesses, grouped by what they do: bookings, channel management, CRM, marketing, websites, payments, accounting and operations. Each has its own page with what it suits, pricing and how it fits with Launchpad.
    How do I know which tool is right for my tourism business?
    Start with the job you need done and your business stage. A one-person tour operator and a multi-property accommodation group need different tools. A free consultation looks at what you have, what you pay and what you are missing.
    Do these tools work with Launchpad?
    Many connect directly, and Launchpad's CRM, marketing and booking tools replace several of them for smaller operators. Each tool's page says how it fits.
    Are these recommendations independent?
    Some links are affiliate links and say so on the tool's page. That never changes what we list or what we say about a tool; we include tools because operators we work with get value from them.
    How are the tools priced?
    Most are subscriptions, some charge per booking, and a few are free at a basic tier. Each page shows the pricing model and starting price where the vendor publishes one.