The act of making a reservation for a vacation rental property. This can be done directly through the property owner or manager or through an online booking platform.
Glossary Term: Reservation System
A digital calendar used to manage bookings, availability, and pricing for short-term rentals, often synced across multiple platforms.
A feature on booking platforms that allows potential guests to inquire about the availability and pricing of a short-term rental for specific dates without committing to a reservation.
Software or tools designed to streamline the process of creating, sending, and tracking quotes for potential guests, simplifying booking management.
A reservation made outside of online travel agencies (OTAs) like Airbnb or VRBO, directly between the host and the guest.
Software integrated into a short-term rental website or platform that allows guests to search for availability, view rates, and make reservations online.
The process of handling bookings, coordinating check-ins and check-outs, managing guest communication, and resolving any scheduling conflicts.
A software component integrated into a short-term rental website or platform that allows guests to search for availability, select dates, and make reservations online. A user-friendly ebooking engine is crucial for converting website visitors into paying guests.
A software system designed to manage reservations specifically for short-term rentals, often integrated with platforms like Airbnb and VRBO.
A digital calendar used by hosts to manage bookings, block off unavailable dates, and track guest stays for their short-term rentals.
An error that occurs when a property is accidentally booked for the same dates on multiple platforms, leading to potential conflicts and cancellations.
A feature on booking platforms that allows guests to reserve a property instantly with a single click, streamlining the booking process.