How to Manage Your Booking Schedule During Easter

Easter is coming! For many businesses, holidays are the perfect time to take a well-deserved break, spend time with family, or simply recharge. But if you forget to update your booking schedule, clients might try to book appointments when your doors are closed. That’s a recipe for stress and unhappy clients.

Whether you’re taking a few days off, adjusting your business hours, or managing a team with varying availability, preparing your booking system in advance is essential. A little preparation now can save you a lot of trouble later and keep your clients happy.

Here are some simple but effective tips to keep your schedule running smoothly, your clients well-informed, and your holidays worry-free.

If you plan to be closed during the holidays or have reduced working hours, your first step is to adjust your availability in your scheduling calendar. Blocking off specific days ensures clients can’t accidentally book appointments when you’re not around.

It's also important to regularly update your availability if you have employees with varying holiday schedules. Review everyone’s availability in advance and keep your calendar accurate to prevent double bookings.

Learn how to block time slots in your calendar with Reservio.

Do you offer group classes, workshops, or other recurring events? Make sure to cancel or reschedule them during the holiday period. If certain events are not happening, you can temporarily disable recurring bookings to avoid confusion.

Consider informing your regular attendees about the changes well in advance. Sending a friendly reminder about holiday closures can help maintain a positive relationship with your clients.

Managing a team? Keeping track of your employees’ availability is just as important as managing your own. If your staff is taking time off for Easter, mark their vacation days in your scheduling calendar to avoid double bookings or scheduling conflicts.

This is especially useful if you run a business with multiple service providers. Clear availability settings ensure your clients always see accurate booking options.

Communication is key! Whether you’re closing your business entirely or simply reducing your availability, it’s essential to inform your clients in advance. This way, they can plan their appointments accordingly and avoid disappointment.

Planning a holiday getaway? No worries! The Reservio Business app for iOS and Android allows you to adjust your availability, reschedule appointments, or manage bookings from anywhere. It’s the perfect tool for staying on top of your schedule, even when you’re away from your desk.

If you need to make last-minute changes, the app ensures you have full control over your schedule wherever you are.

Once you’ve adjusted your availability for the holidays, it’s crucial to share your booking link with clients. This way, they always have the most current information and can easily book available slots without any hassle.
Promoting your booking link across your website, social media, and newsletters ensures your clients always have the latest availability at their fingertips. Don’t leave them guessing—make booking with you as simple as possible.

To make sure your booking schedule is holiday-proof, double-check the following steps:

Don't let holiday chaos catch you off guard! Log in to Reservio and update your availability, notify your clients, and stay in control of your schedule with just a few clicks.