Grow your business
with Abay Holidays
Join 120 plus local hotels, guides, surf schools, and activity providers already reaching thousands of international travelers through our platform. No upfront cost. Pay only when you earn.
Apply to join
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We respond to all applications within 24 hours. No spam, no pressure.
Application received!
Thank you for applying. Our team will review your application and get back to you within 24 hours on WhatsApp or email. We look forward to working with you.
The process
How it works
Getting listed on Abay Holidays is simple. Here is how we go from application to your first booking.
Apply
Fill out the form above or send us a WhatsApp message. Tell us about your business, what you offer, and what makes you special.
We review
Our local team reviews your application within 24 hours. We will reach out to learn more and verify your listing details before going live.
Go live
We create your listing on AbayHolidays.com with professional photos, descriptions, and pricing. Your business starts appearing in search results immediately.
Earn
Travelers find and book your listing. We handle payments and send you the booking details. You pay a small commission only when a booking is confirmed.
Who can join
We work with all local businesses
If you operate in or around Arugam Bay and provide a genuine experience to travelers, we want to work with you.
Hotels and Guesthouses
From boutique villas to budget guesthouses. If you offer clean, comfortable accommodation for travelers in Arugam Bay, we want to list you.
Surf Schools and Instructors
Beginner lessons, advanced coaching, surf camps. If you teach people to surf or improve their skills in Arugam Bay, we will send you students.
Tour Guides and Safari Operators
Kumana safaris, lagoon boat tours, cultural trips, day tours to nearby temples and villages. If you show people the best of this region, join us.
Activity and Experience Providers
Yoga classes, cooking experiences, cycling tours, water activities, photography tours. Anything that makes a traveler's stay more memorable.
Restaurants and Cafes
Local food spots, beach cafes, and restaurants that give travelers an authentic taste of Arugam Bay. Good food is a huge part of any great trip.
Transport and Transfers
Reliable drivers for airport transfers, inter-city trips, and local excursions. Travelers always need safe, trustworthy transport and will pay well for it.
Why join us
What you get
Here is exactly what partnering with Abay Holidays means for your business.
International reach
Your business appears in front of travelers from Australia, the UK, Germany, Israel, France, and beyond. Travelers who would never find you otherwise will book through us.
We handle payments
No need to worry about international cards or payment processors. We collect payment from the traveler and transfer your earnings directly to your local bank account.
Professional listing
We create a premium listing for your business with professional photography guidance, compelling descriptions, and SEO-optimized content that ranks on Google.
Booking management
We send you booking confirmations via WhatsApp in real time. No complicated software. You get a message, you confirm, the guest arrives. Simple as that.
Local partner support
Our team is based right here in Arugam Bay. We know you personally. If you have a problem, you can call us, WhatsApp us, or walk into our office. We are not a faceless platform.
Zero risk to start
No setup fees. No monthly subscription. No contract lock-in. You pay a commission only when we send you a confirmed booking. If we do not deliver, you pay nothing.
Our business model
Simple, fair, and transparent
We operate on a commission-only model. There are no setup fees, no monthly charges, and no hidden costs. We earn when you earn. That is how it should be.
No listing fee
Getting listed on Abay Holidays is completely free. We only charge when we deliver a confirmed booking.
Commission on bookings
We charge a small, competitive commission on each booking we send you. The exact rate is discussed during onboarding based on your category.
No lock-in contract
You can pause or leave the platform at any time with no penalties. We keep you because the partnership works, not because of a contract.
Partner FAQ
Common questions
Ready to grow your business?
Join 120 plus local partners already reaching thousands of international travelers through Abay Holidays. Apply today, go live this week.
Or call +94 76 701 6888