How to navigate my experiences catalog?
Managing your Experiences Catalog in KOOB ensures that your activities, transfers, programs, and extras are well-organized and easily accessible for Tour Operators (TOs). A structured catalog enhances searchability, improves the booking experience, and helps maximize your sales potential.
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Easily browse and search experiences using filters and categories.
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Manage and edit experiences to keep information up to date.
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Control experience visibility by setting them as Available, In Progress, or Standby.
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Streamline experience categorization to improve discoverability in the Marketplace and Trip Designer.
π Objective: Learn how to efficiently navigate and manage your experience catalog to maximize distribution and ensure seamless bookings.
Accessing the Experiences catalog
To view and manage your experiences:
- Log in to your KOOB account.
- Click on "Experiences" in the left sidebar.
- The catalog will display all experiences uploaded to KOOB, categorized into:
- Programs (Multi-day packages)
- Activities (Excursions)
- Transfers (Air, Land, Boat, Rail)
- Options/Extras (Additional services like guides or special add-ons)
Key sections of the catalog:
- Search Bar β Find experiences quickly by name or keyword.
- Filters β Refine results based on location, duration, theme, guide language, and sustainability level.
- Status Controls β View Available, In Progress, or Standby experiences.
π Note: Keeping experiences well-organized ensures smooth operations and easy navigation.
Using filters & search options
KOOB offers multiple filters to help you find experiences quickly.
Main filters:
- Search Bar β Enter keywords to find specific experiences.
- Status Filters β Choose between All, Available, In Progress, or Standby.
- Location Filters:
- Start Location β Where the experience begins.
- End Location β Where the experience finishes.
- Experience Duration β Filter by the number of days.
- Guide Language β Show experiences with specific language availability.
- Experience Themes β Select themes like Adventure, Cycling, Family, etc.
- Experience Segments β Filter by Join-in, Private, Exclusive, etc.
- Sustainable Level β View experiences that align with sustainability standards.
β Tip: Use multiple filters together for a more refined search.
Understanding the Experience thumbnails
Each experience appears as a thumbnail displaying key details:
- Cover Image β A preview representing the experience.
- Tags β Show themes such as Family, Private, Beach Stay, etc.
- Title β The name of the experience.
- Duration β Total length in days.
- Experience segment β FIT (Fully Independent Traveler) or SIC (Seat-in-Coach).
- Start locationβ Main city where the experience starts.
- End Locationβ Main city where the experience ends.
- Typology β Whether itβs a Program, Activity, Transfer, or Extra.
β Tip: Click on an experience card to view, edit, or manage its details.
Experience status and visibility
Every experience falls under one of these statuses, which control its visibility:
- Available β The experience is live and bookable by TOs if showcased or distributed.
- In Progress β The experience is being edited before publication (not visible to TO).
- Standby β The experience is paused but can be reactivated anytime (not visible to TO).
β Tip: Use the Status Filter at the top to track which experiences need updates.
Switching between List & Map view
KOOB provides three different views to navigate the catalog efficiently:
- List View β Displays experiences as visual cards for easy browsing.
- Map View β Shows experiences on an interactive map by location.
To activate Map View:
- Click the Map icon at the top-right corner.
- Experiences will appear as pins with numbers and symbols on the map.
- Click on a pin/symbol to view details.
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- Use the arrows on the Card to display all the Experiences available in this city/region.
- Combine Map View with filters like experience themes and duration to refine searches.
Managing pagination and displaying results
KOOB allows you to control how many experiences appear per page.
- Set the number of results per page (e.g., 12, 24, 48).
- Use navigation arrows or a dropdown menu to browse between pages.
β Tip: Increase the number of results per page to reduce scrolling.
Takeaways
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Easily navigate your experience catalog using filters, search tools, and different views.
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Edit and update experiences in real-time to maintain accuracy.
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Control visibility by setting experiences as Available, In Progress, or Standby.
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Use the interactive map view to locate experiences geographically.
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Filter experiences by duration, location, themes, guide language, and sustainability level.
FAQ
Can I update an experience after publishing?
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Yes! You can modify descriptions, images, pricing, and availability anytime.
How do I find a specific experience quickly?
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Use the Search Bar or apply filters to narrow down results.
Can I see my experiences on a map?
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Yes! Switch to Map View to see locations and click on pins for details.
What if an experience has missing details?
β οΈ Incomplete experiences may not appear in searches. Make sure all key information is added.
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π Need help? Visit the KOOB Knowledge Base or contact KOOB Support for assistance. π