Keeping your calendar up to date helps you avoid double bookings and capture the bookings you receive across channels. Whether you're adding a new iCal calendar or removing an existing one, this step-by-step guide walks you through the process. Let's get started.

How Do I Add an iCal Calendar?

Adding an iCal calendar to your account helps you keep your availability aligned across channels. Follow the steps below:

1. Log in to your Holidu Host Account
2. Go to "Configuration" on the top-left side
3. Scroll down to the "iCal & Synchronization" section
4. Add a new calendar:
   1. Click on "Configure"
   2. Select your desired channel ("Other" if yours doesn't appear in the list)
5. Enter calendar details:
   1. Paste the iCal URL from your external calendar provider.
   2. Name your calendar for easy reference.
6. Save your changes:
   1. Click 'Save' to finalise the addition of your iCal calendar.

Note: Don't forget to copy and paste your Holidu Host iCal link in Section 2 in your external provider page.

By following these steps, your calendar should now be in sync, helping you avoid double bookings and missed opportunities.

How Can I Delete an iCal Calendar?

If you need to remove an iCal calendar — perhaps because of a change in listing or sync errors — it's just as straightforward. Here's how:

1. Log in to your Holidu Host Account
2. Go to "Configuration" on the top-left side
3. Scroll down to "iCal & Synchronization" section
4. Click on "Edit" on the iCal already configured
5. Click on "Delete" and confirm.

Your calendar will be removed, helping you keep your booking management clean and precise.

Understanding Red Dates and Overlapping Bookings

If you've noticed dates appearing in red on your calendar, it means there are overlapping bookings. This happens when two bookings coincide, often due to an issue with iCal synchronisation. In some cases, external calendar syncs may mirror each other, unintentionally creating duplicates.

To resolve this, double-check your synced calendars and ensure there are no conflicting entries. If the issue persists, reviewing your integration settings may help prevent future overlaps.

Tips for Successful Calendar Synchronisation

• Sync your calendars regularly so your availability stays current across every channel.
• Review your external calendar providers to confirm they are properly configured.
• Check for duplicate bookings when implementing new calendar connections.
• Verify that your iCal URLs are correctly entered in both Holidu and your external provider.

Need Additional Help?

We hope you find this article helpful. If you have any questions or need further assistance with adding or deleting an iCal calendar, please contact us through our contact form and our team will be happy to help.

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