How to Block Check In or Check Out Dates on Airbnb and VRBO

Airbnb ABCsSep 14, 20226m 11s4.3K viewsScore 85
Hosting Operations
intermediate
calendar management
holiday blocking
Airbnb
VRBO
host productivity
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Summary

AI-generated

Learn how to block specific check-in and check-out dates on Airbnb and VRBO to avoid working holidays and improve staff satisfaction. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for implementing these blocks directly on the platforms.

Key insights

  • The process of blocking dates must be repeated for each individual property listed on Airbnb and VRBO.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Failing to block dates around holidays can result in bookings with check-outs on major holidays, requiring cleaners to work on those days or the day before/after.

Tools & resources

  • VRBOplatform

    VRBO's calendar interface provides advanced settings for blocking check-in and check-out dates.

Frequently Asked Questions

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