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      Reservation minimum of _ days: Rule Setup

      Learn how to implement a Minimum Length of Stay rule with the "Reservation minimum of _ days" rule.

      Summary:

      Explore the implementation of the "Reservation minimum of _ days" rule to establish a Minimum Length of Stay for reservations. Campspot's powerful rule allows you to strategically manage the length of stay required for valid reservations, ensuring they meet or exceed a specified number of nights. Learn how to enforce stay duration policies, optimize booking management, and ultimately maximize revenue by focusing on the best 100 reservations. This guide also provides insights on combining booking window, occupancy, and length of stay to create a comprehensive booking rule that contributes to the growth of your bottom line.

      Uses:

      • Revenue Optimization
      • Length of Stay Management
      • Strategic Booking Rules
      • Gap Management
      • Enhanced Booking Experience

      Setup Instructions:

      Step 1: Find the Rule on the Reservations page

      1. Navigate to the Rules page
      2. Click on the Reservation tab
      3. Select the Reservation minimum of _ days Rule

      Step 2: Complete New Variation Form

      1. On the rule page, click New Variation.
      2. Fill out the form.

      MLOS Form

      Variation Name Choose a descriptive name for easy identification.
      Active Dates Assigning a Date Group to Active Dates allows you define when a rule should apply.
      Sites Types / Add On Types

      Define which site types or add-ons the rule applies to.

      Note: You can only select either Site Types or Add On Types for a single rule.
      Expiration Date Specify when the rule should expire.
      Reservation minimum of _ days Define the number of days this rule will require for a reservation to qualify.
      If check-in is on (Days of Week) Select which days of the week the rule will apply.
      and occupancy is _ to _ % Define the occupancy level the rule will apply.
      and is booked _ to _ days before reservation. Define the booking window the rule will apply.
      Bypass minimum rule for Best Fits If clicked on (pill button will be green), this will allow Campspot to ignore the rule to fill in gaps if the reservation is a Best fit.
      Rule Violation Message Set a message for your front desk staff in case a reservation doesn't meet the rule's criteria. The system will also notify the guest, but without a customizable message.

      Active Dates vs Expiration Date:

      Each of these fields will define a "When" with regards to a reservation.

      • Active Dates: "When will this rule apply? What stay dates are included?"
      • Expiration Date: "When should this rule no longer apply? At what point prior to the stay dates will this rule expire?"

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