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Calendar Sync

One calendar. Every platform. Zero double bookings.

Connect your VRBO, Booking.com, or any other platform calendar to Futurestay. When you get a booking anywhere, your availability updates everywhere. No more manually blocking dates.

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Two-Way

Calendar Sync

Any Platform

VRBO, Booking.com & More

Works with any iCal platform

March 2026

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$185

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$185

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$185

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$185

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VRBO
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$185

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$185

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$185

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$185

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Direct
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$185

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$185

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$185

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$185

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Airbnb
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$185

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$185

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$185

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$185

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$245

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$245

Calendars Synced

3 platforms connected

Airbnb
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VRBO

The Problem

Double bookings are a nightmare.

When you list on multiple platforms, keeping availability in sync is a constant headache. A guest books on VRBO while another books the same dates on your direct site. Now you're canceling on someone and leaving a bad impression.

Calendar sync solves this by connecting all your platforms. When a booking comes in anywhere, every connected calendar updates automatically. It's the same system Airbnb and VRBO use to sync with each other.

WITHOUT SYNC

Mar 15-18

Airbnb booking
Direct booking

Double booked!

WITH SYNC

Mar 15-18

Airbnb booking
Blocked on Direct

Protected

Why Calendar Sync

List everywhere. Manage in one place.

We know most of your business comes from Airbnb and direct. But if you want to stay listed on VRBO and Booking.com, iCal sync keeps your calendars in sync without the complexity of a full API integration.

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Two-way sync.

Bookings flow both directions. When you get a booking on VRBO, Futurestay blocks those dates. When you get a direct booking, VRBO sees it as unavailable.

Works with any platform.

Connect VRBO, Booking.com, TripAdvisor, or any platform that provides an iCal link. You can even sync with another PMS.

Automatic updates.

No manual blocking required. Calendars sync automatically throughout the day so your availability is always current.

How It Works

Connect in 2 steps, stay synced forever.

Setting up calendar sync is straightforward. Copy a link from one platform, paste it into the other, and your calendars stay connected automatically.

1

Paste their link into Futurestay.

Take an iCal link from your partner (VRBO, Booking.com, etc.) and paste it into Futurestay's calendar settings.

2

Copy your Futurestay link into theirs.

Copy your Futurestay iCal link and paste it into your partner platform's calendar import settings.

3

Done. Calendars sync automatically.

Calendars sync automatically — availability stays up to date across all channels. No more double bookings.

Connect OTAs

Sync VRBO and Booking.com.

Don't have a direct API connection to VRBO or Booking.com? No problem. Calendar sync lets you connect any platform that supports iCal links. Your availability stays current across all your listings.

VRBO Works with
Booking.com Works with

Use With Your PMS

Keep your PMS. Add Futurestay for direct.

Already using another property management system? You can add Futurestay for direct bookings and sync calendars between them. Get the best direct booking tools without switching your entire operation.

  • Sync with Guesty, Hostaway, Lodgify
  • Use FS direct booking site with existing PMS
  • Keep availability in sync across systems
  • No double bookings between platforms

Industry Standard

The same sync Airbnb and VRBO use to talk to each other.

Calendar sync uses iCal, the universal standard for sharing calendar availability. It's the same technology Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com use when you link their calendars together.

Simple link exchange

Copy one link from each platform and paste into the other. That's the entire setup process.

Regular sync intervals

Calendars sync throughout the day. Most platforms check for updates every few hours to keep availability current.

"Anne was a huge help in helping me understand how to link calendars as well as integrate a template for a vacation rental."

Sarah T.

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By the Numbers

Trusted by thousands of hosts to process millions in bookings.

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100k+

Managed reservations

$100M+

Processed bookings

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and this is it!"

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Mentor & Educator

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Founder, STR Sisterhood

Connect your calendars today.

Start your free trial and sync your calendars. No more double bookings, no more manual blocking. Just simple, reliable availability sync.

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Airbnb
Google
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Stripe
AirDNA
PriceLabs
Waivo
Turno
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Stripe
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Frequently asked questions.

What is calendar sync?

Calendar sync connects your Futurestay calendar with other platforms like VRBO, Booking.com, or another PMS. When a booking is made on one platform, the dates are automatically blocked on all connected calendars. This prevents double bookings.

Which platforms can I sync with?

Any platform that provides an iCal calendar link. This includes VRBO, Booking.com, TripAdvisor, Google Calendar, and most property management systems like Guesty, Hostaway, and Lodgify. If the platform can export a calendar URL, you can sync it with Futurestay.

How often do calendars sync?

Calendars sync automatically throughout the day. The exact frequency depends on the platform, but most check for updates every few hours. This means there's a short window where a double booking is technically possible, though it's rare in practice.

Is this the same as a direct API integration?

No. Calendar sync (iCal) only shares availability information. It doesn't sync pricing, listing details, or guest information. For platforms like Airbnb, Futurestay has a direct API integration that provides full sync. Calendar sync is for platforms where we don't have a direct integration, like VRBO and Booking.com.

Can I use Futurestay alongside my current PMS?

Yes. Many hosts use Futurestay specifically for direct bookings while keeping their existing PMS for OTA management. Calendar sync keeps both systems in sync so you won't get double bookings. This lets you get the best direct booking tools without switching your entire operation.

How do I set up calendar sync?

Go to your property calendar in Futurestay and click "Link to Another Calendar." Copy your Futurestay calendar link and paste it into the other platform's import settings. Then copy that platform's calendar link and paste it into Futurestay. Both calendars are now connected.

What's an iCal link?

iCal is a universal calendar format used by most booking platforms and calendar apps. An iCal link is a URL that provides access to calendar availability data. When you paste an iCal link into another platform, that platform can read your calendar and see which dates are blocked.

Does calendar sync cost extra?

No. Calendar sync is included with your Futurestay subscription. You can connect as many external calendars as you need at no additional cost.