Bring Your Destination to Life: Licensing Custom Illustrated City Maps
Some cities practically ask to be illustrated — and Savannah? She basically threw Spanish moss at me and said, “Get my good side.”
In a world where hospitality brands are all starting to blend together, a custom illustrated map is a fun, visual, “oh wow” moment that helps you stand out. This custom landmark map is part of an ongoing series I create for hospitality groups, boutique rentals, and property managers who want to give guests more than a keycode and a “Top 10 Restaurants” screenshot. They want to give them a sense of place. Something with charm. Something that feels curated instead of… copied.
Why Hospitality Brands Love Custom Maps
A good illustrated map doesn’t just help guests get around — it sets the tone for their entire stay. It’s warm, personal, and makes people feel like they’ve been handed an insider secret rather than a brochure no one reads.
Hospitality teams use these maps for:
In-room welcome guides
Digital guestbooks + guest apps
Printable postcards, brochures, and one-pagers
Framed artwork inside units (instant decor moment)
Social posts showing off “your neighborhood favorites”
In short: it becomes one of those unexpectedly delightful touches that your guests talk about.
The Style: Illustrated Storytelling With a Custom Brand Palette
Because an illustrated map does something Google can’t: My illustrated maps are all about character — hand-drawn landmarks, thoughtful details, and just enough attitude to keep things fun. They’re warm, inviting, and have that subtle “listen, I know this place better than your GPS” energy. You’ll find your way… and probably fall in love with the city a little faster, too.
And color?
Every single map gets its own custom palette. Your brand’s colors become the heartbeat of the entire piece. Whether you lean coastal, modern minimal, boho boutique, or historic charm, the map slots right into your aesthetic like it was always meant to be there.
A Map Designed for Licensing
Whether you’ve got one beautifully curated rental or an entire city block of properties, a custom map becomes part of your signature experience. Every map I create is built specifically for licensing — clean, scalable, organized, and ready for any place you want it to live.
You’ll get:
Custom illustrated landmarks from your exact neighborhood or region
On-brand property markers
Usage rights that cover print, digital, and guest experience touchpoints
Flexible usage options depending on how many doors you manage or how widely you want to use the artwork
Start a licensing inquiry here.
Hospitality brands, property managers, destination storytellers — my sketchbook is open. Give me a shout!
Let’s create something that captures your area, your personality, and the stories you want people to go find.