Welcome to bookingkit and congratulations on the digitalisation of your offer! 🎉
In this article, we'll guide you through the straightforward process of setting up your bookingkit account with ease before your onboarding session with your dedicated manager.
Company Data
First, ensure accuracy by reviewing and updating your general company information in the Company Data section.
Confirm the correctness of the company name and address
Include essential details such as;
email address,
phone number,
VAT number,
etc...
It's crucial to upload a logo, as it will be visible to customers in confirmation emails and other booking-related correspondence.
Establish billing information. This data will be reflected on invoices issued to your customers upon booking.
Reiterate your VAT number and provide your bank details for revenue transfers.
Define your terms and conditions. This step holds significant importance, as customers must agree to these terms when making payments and confirming their orders.
Lastly, establish the validity period for vouchers.
Do not forget to save! ✅
VAT rate
To configure your VAT rate, considering that each industry and country may have distinct rates, navigate to the Settings > VAT section.
Begin by clicking on the blue button "Set your VAT,"
Followed by another click on the blue button "Edit default VAT."
Fill in the required information accurately and remember to save your changes. ✅
Stripe Verification
Stripe serves as our primary payment provider for all online transactions, excluding PayPal.
To start having bookings, it is imperative to set up a Stripe account and complete the verification process. Please refer to the instructions outlined in the two following articles for guidance:
Experiences
Now, it's time to initiate the creation of your experiences! This can be done in the Inventory>Experiences section.
Simply click on the blue button labelled "Create an Experience"
Proceed through each step:
providing a title,
descriptions,
uploading photos,
specifying location,
setting prices,
etc...
What are the key things I should keep in mind when creating my inventory / experiences?
Experience Descriptions
A compelling experience description that motivates people to book should combine several key elements:
Clear and Engaging Title
The title should immediately capture attention and highlight the unique aspect of the experience.
Example: “Discover the Hidden Wonders of Doolin Cave – Home to the World’s Largest Free-Hanging Stalactite!”
Vivid Imagery and Storytelling
Use descriptive language to paint a picture of the experience. Help potential visitors imagine themselves enjoying it. Example: “Step into an underground world of breathtaking beauty, where natural history comes alive. Marvel at the awe-inspiring stalactite as you journey through Ireland’s hidden gem.”
Highlight Unique Features
Focus on what sets the experience apart from others. Mention exclusive or rare aspects.
Example: “Witness a geological masterpiece formed over millennia, a spectacle you won’t find anywhere else in the world.”
Practical Details
Provide essential information such as duration, accessibility, and age suitability, ensuring it’s easy for visitors to decide.
Example: “Perfect for families, couples, and adventurers, this 50-minute guided tour is both educational and thrilling. Accessible daily with multiple tour times.”
Emotional Appeal
Tap into the emotions people seek from the experience, like wonder, excitement, or connection.
Example: “Feel the thrill of exploring a hidden underground world and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones.”
Social Proof
Include quotes, reviews, or awards to build trust and excitement.
Example: “Voted as one of the must-see destinations in Ireland by travel enthusiasts!”
Call-to-Action
Encourage immediate booking with urgency or incentives.
Example: “Don’t miss out! Limited slots available – book your unforgettable cave adventure today!”
By blending vivid storytelling, clear details, and emotional resonance, you can create an experience description that not only informs but excites and inspires potential visitors to book.
Experience imagery
A compelling set of images that motivates people to book should follow these guidelines:
Adequate Quantity
A minimum of 3 to 5 images per listing
It should be a mix of different types of images, showing both the experience/attraction in general, as well as people enjoying it.
Professional Quality
Images should be clear, well-lit, and free of blurriness or distortions.
They should appear polished and professional without over-editing.
Avoid blurry or poorly lit images
Authenticity
Friendly, candid shots of staff and visitors enjoying the experience.
Avoid posed shots or unnatural expressions.
Engaging Subject Matter
Highlights of the tour, activity, or attraction with visual appeal, such as vibrant scenery or notable features.
Focus on aspects that differentiate the experience from competitors.
Atmosphere & Enjoyment
Depict visitors actively engaging and enjoying the experience. Include emotional resonance, like smiles or a sense of wonder.
Avoid people looking scared, overwhelmed or unbelievably overexcited
Natural Lighting
Images should use natural light wherever possible to make the scenes look inviting and real.
Avoid harsh lighting or excessive shadows that detract from the visual appeal.
Avoid Empty or Disconnected Scenes
Exclude shots of empty spaces that feel lifeless or generic.
Every image should contribute to the narrative of what the customer will experience.
Focus & Simplicity
Avoid overly busy compositions or images taken with wide-angle lenses that make details unclear.
The main subject of each image should stand out.
Inclusivity
Show diverse groups of people to appeal to a broader audience, unless the target demographic is very specific.
Relevance
Ensure the images are directly related to the experience. Stock photos or irrelevant visuals will detract from the overall impact.
What actions are available and unavailable when an experience is disabled?
Possible:
Editing the content of the experience including changing max number of participants, locations, adding new price category to standard price list etc.
Changing or moving the already booked appointment to another date.
Not possible:
viewing the booking details for the experience in the Calendar.
creating any new appointmets
changing the prices of the price categories in the Standard price list created before
create a new Flex offer or Product for that certain experience
Calendar
Your experiences are now listed. 🎉
To facilitate direct online booking by customers, you need to input the available dates for these experiences.
Simply click on the grey button beneath your experience labelled "+ New Appointment."
This action will direct you to the calendar section, where you can establish individual or recurring appointments.
Then, you will be able to:
enter the start and end dates of your experience
choose whether this experience will take place daily, or only from time to time.
Widget integration
Now that your experiences have available slots, it's essential to integrate the booking calendar onto your website, allowing customers to book around the clock.
Navigate to the Sell > Widget sections, where you'll discover three distinct widgets available:
Experience List,
Single Experience Page,
Calendar widget
For comprehensive information and detailed steps, please refer to the following article:
Reach
Did you know that with just one click, you can increase your reach a million times more and connect to almost all our marketing channels?
bookingkit-reach is the all-in-one reseller marketplace where you can easily grow and manage your distribution network. The marketplace allows you to sell your products globally to existing or new resellers.
For more information, please read the following articles: