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Operations - December 28, 2012 - 2 min read
We offer a feature where you can set up completely different rate plans which are triggered by discount codes. This means you can set up a code which will pull rates from a different plan than your normal rates. An example of where this is useful is if you are using ReservationKey to manage a …
Operations - December 28, 2012 - 1 min read
We’ve just added code to our search form so that your guests can now set their arrival and departure dates, and also the number of guests in their party. Your availability will show now based on this extra filter, maximum occupancy. Only available units that meet or exceed the occupancy searched for will be shown …
Operations - December 13, 2012 - 2 min read
We’ve added two new features:1. Link email templates to specific rooms/units.2. Set a default From email address. Most of the additional settings in the templates section have been moved to an expandable Advanced Options section. Linking Email Templates To Specific Rooms/Units With this feature, it is possible to set which templates should appear in the …
Operations - December 10, 2012 - 4 min read
Sometimes people are a little confused about what it takes to actually start taking online reservations with ReservationKey through their website. It actually is quite easy. There are two main methods – linking to the system, or embedding the application in an iframe on your site. Below I will show you exactly what is meant by this. The first …
Operations - December 6, 2012 - 5 min read
Users often ask what they can do to more fully utilize the various features of ReservationKey. While this list is nowhere near exhaustive, here are a few things you can do that quickly come to mind: Fully Integrate Payments One of the best things you can do to save you time is to process all …
Operations - November 23, 2012 - 4 min read
Recently we’ve seen an uptick in interest in our system from people that manage vacation rental homes, condos, cabins, etc. I’m happy to say the system works great for these type of users, and continues to improve everyday. Here is a link to a recent recommendation from a property manager user in Miami:http://www.facebook.com/ReservationKey/posts/561688777190413 And here …
Operations - November 17, 2012 - 1 min read
For users that manage many units, it is now easier to scroll the internal availability calendar. We’ve added options in Settings Tab, Preferences, for setting the location of the horizontal scrollbar. It can now be set to Bottom Only, Top Only, Both Top and Bottom, or None. Top scrollbar: and bottom: So, if you find …
Operations - November 16, 2012 - 1 min read
Previously, after adding something such as an Item For Sale, it was necessary to also go into the Reservation Page settings and select which items should show on that Reservation Page. Now, it is possible to select the Reservation Page right from the settings for the item being edited – Items for sale, Themes, Payment …
Operations - October 31, 2012 - 3 min read
ReservationKey works well for larger properties such as hotels, motels, and campgrounds, where users book by the TYPE of unit. Here are the steps for how to set up this type of property. All of these sections are located under the Properties Tab. 1. Properties / Locations– Add your property name– Add descriptions and photos …
Operations - October 31, 2012 - 1 min read
For properties where guests book by the room TYPE rather than the specific unit, ReservationKey configuration just got a lot easier. Now, instead of duplicating room descriptions and photos in every identical room, you just have to enter the room descriptions and photos, once, in the Room Types section. The latest blog post goes into …