How can I add/delete a manual calendar block?

Managing your calendar effectively is essential for maximizing bookings and ensuring smooth property operations. This guide explains how to add and delete manual calendar blocks in your Holidu Host account.

How to Add a Manual Calendar Block

Adding a manual calendar block allows you to mark specific dates as unavailable for guest bookings. Follow these steps to block dates on your calendar:

1. Log into your Holidu Host account using your credentials
2. Navigate to the Calendar section from your dashboard
3. Click the Block button in the Availability area on the right side
4. Select your preferred block type:
   • Manual Booking (for personal stays or maintenance)
   • Date Block (to block dates without additional details)
5. Click on your desired start date
6. Click on your desired end date to complete your date range selection
7. Click Confirm dates on the right side of the screen
8. Fill in any required information in the pop-up form that appears
9. Click Save to apply the block to your calendar

Your calendar will now show these dates as blocked, preventing guests from booking during this period.

How to Delete a Manual Calendar Block

If you need to remove a previously created calendar block and make those dates available for bookings again, follow these steps:

1. Log into your Holidu Host account
2. Go to the Calendar section
3. Click on the blocked dates you wish to remove
4. Select Remove Block from the menu that appears
5. Confirm your action when prompted
6. Save your changes to update the calendar

The selected dates will now be available for new guest bookings.

Important Considerations for Calendar Management

Understanding these key points will help you manage your calendar more effectively:

Prevent Double Bookings

Keeping your calendar updated prevents double bookings and helps maximize your property occupancy rate. Review your blocks regularly to ensure accuracy.

Lead Time Control

Currently, there is no automated way to set opening or closing dates for bookings based on lead time (for example, automatically opening bookings 9, 12, or 18 months in advance). To control availability beyond a certain timeframe, you must manually block or unblock the relevant dates as needed.

Cleaning and Turnover Time

If you require at least one day to clean your property before a new guest checks in, block that date immediately after each checkout. This is particularly important if you do not want same-day check-ins following a checkout. Currently, automatic cleaning buffers are not available, so manual blocking is necessary.

Price Control Strategy

If you want more granular control over your availability and pricing, consider opting out of any copy price campaigns. This allows you to set prices only for the periods you wish to accept bookings.

Regular Calendar Review

Periodically review and adjust your calendar blocks to capture every possible booking opportunity. The more available dates you maintain, the greater your potential for generating revenue.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a Manual Booking block and a Date Block?

A Manual Booking block is typically used when you plan to occupy the property yourself or need to block dates for personal reasons. A Date Block is a simpler option that blocks dates without requiring additional details about the reason for blocking.

Can I block dates in the past?

Generally, you can only block dates going forward from today. If you need to adjust availability for past dates, contact our support team through the contact form on our website.

Will my guests be notified if I delete a calendar block?

If you remove a block and those dates become available again, existing inquiries for those dates may be affected. Review any pending bookings before removing calendar blocks.

How far in advance can I add calendar blocks?

You can typically add calendar blocks as far in advance as your calendar system allows. This is useful for planning ahead and ensuring unavailable dates are clearly marked for potential guests.

Is there a limit to how many calendar blocks I can create?

There is no specified limit to the number of calendar blocks you can create. Create as many as needed to accurately reflect your property availability.

For additional support with calendar management or if you encounter any issues while adding or deleting blocks, please reach out to our support team using the contact form available on our website.