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

Important Note: Don't forget to copy and paste your Holidu Host iCal link in Section 2 in your external provider page. This ensures bidirectional synchronization between your Holidu calendar and your external calendar provider.

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 action

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

Understanding Overlapping Bookings and iCal Synchronization

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 issue:

• Double-check your synced calendars and ensure there are no conflicting entries
• Verify that each calendar is configured correctly in the iCal & Synchronization section
• Review your integration settings to prevent future overlaps
• If the issue persists after these steps, consider temporarily disabling one calendar to identify the source of the conflict

Tips for Successful Calendar Synchronization

• Sync your calendars regularly so your availability stays current across every channel
• Use clear, descriptive names for your calendars to easily identify which is which
• Always copy your Holidu iCal link to your external provider to ensure two-way synchronization
• Periodically check for red dates on your calendar to catch synchronization issues early
• Keep your calendar settings consistent across all connected platforms

Need Further Assistance?

We hope you find this article helpful. If you have additional questions about adding or deleting iCal calendars, or if you're experiencing persistent synchronization issues, please use our contact form to reach out to our support team. Thank you for being a valued host.