Vendors & Bookings

Find and work with trusted Filipino wedding vendors.

1

Browsing the vendor directory

The vendor directory helps you discover trusted Filipino wedding vendors. Here's how to use it:

Getting Started

Access Vendors: Navigate to 'Browse Vendors' from the Vendors section in your dashboard sidebar.

Browse Vendors:

  • View all available vendors in a grid or list view
  • See vendor business names, categories, and ratings
  • View vendor cover images and descriptions

Vendor Categories

  • Photography: Wedding photographers
  • Videography: Wedding videographers
  • Catering: Food and beverage services
  • Venue: Wedding venues
  • Flowers: Florists and flower arrangements
  • Decoration: Event decorators
  • Music: DJs and live bands
  • Entertainment: Entertainment services
  • Attire: Wedding dress and suit providers
  • Hair & Makeup: Beauty services
  • Transportation: Vehicle rentals
  • Accommodation: Hotels and lodging
  • Invitations: Invitation designers
  • Planning: Wedding planners
  • Other: Other wedding services

Search and Filters

Search Functionality

  • Search vendors by business name
  • Search by service description
  • Find vendors quickly

Filter Options

  • Category: Filter by vendor category
  • City: Filter by city location
  • Province: Filter by province
  • Rating: Filter by minimum rating (e.g., 4 stars and above)

Vendor Information

Vendor Cards

  • Business Name: Vendor's business name
  • Category: Type of service provided
  • Rating: Average rating from reviews
  • Review Count: Number of reviews
  • Location: City and province
  • Cover Image: Visual representation of their work

Viewing Vendor Details

  • Click on any vendor card to view full details
  • See complete vendor profile
  • View portfolio and gallery
  • Read reviews from other couples
  • See pricing information

Vendor Verification

  • All vendors are verified by WedPlanner
  • Only approved vendors appear in the directory
  • Vendors must meet quality standards

Plan Availability

  • All Plans: Full vendor directory access

Tip: Use filters to narrow down vendors by location and category to find the perfect match for your wedding!

2

Booking vendors

Booking vendors through WedPlanner makes it easy to manage all your vendor relationships in one place. Here's how:

Creating a Booking

Find a Vendor: Browse the vendor directory and select a vendor

View Vendor Details:

  • Review vendor profile and portfolio
  • Read reviews from other couples
  • Check pricing and packages

Create Booking Request:

  • Click 'Book Vendor' or 'Request Booking'
  • Enter booking details:
  • Service name or package
  • Booking date
  • Description of services needed
  • Amount or quote

Submit Booking:

  • Vendor will receive your booking request
  • Wait for vendor confirmation

Booking Status

Status Types

  • Pending: Booking request sent, awaiting vendor response
  • Confirmed: Vendor has confirmed the booking
  • Cancelled: Booking has been cancelled
  • Completed: Service has been completed

Managing Bookings

View Your Bookings

  • Go to 'My Bookings' from the Vendors section
  • See all your bookings in one place
  • Filter by status (Pending, Confirmed, etc.)

Booking Details

  • View booking information
  • See vendor contact details
  • Track booking status
  • View booking amount

Linking to Budget

  • Link bookings to budget items
  • Track vendor expenses in your budget
  • See all vendor-related costs together

Communication

  • Message vendors directly through the platform
  • Discuss booking details
  • Ask questions before booking
  • Coordinate after booking

Plan Availability

  • All Plans: Full booking management access
  • Premium Plan: Printable booking reports available

Tip: Create bookings for all your vendors to keep everything organized and trackable in one place!

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Managing your bookings

The 'My Bookings' page helps you keep track of all your vendor bookings. Here's how to manage them:

Accessing Your Bookings

Navigate to My Bookings: Go to 'My Bookings' from the Vendors section in your dashboard sidebar.

View All Bookings:

  • See all your bookings in one place
  • View booking status at a glance
  • See vendor names and service details

Booking Information

Booking Details

  • Service Name: What service you booked
  • Vendor Name: Which vendor you booked
  • Booking Date: When the service is scheduled
  • Amount: Cost of the booking
  • Status: Current booking status
  • Description: Additional details about the booking

Status Badges

  • Pending: Yellow badge - awaiting confirmation
  • Confirmed: Green badge - booking confirmed
  • Cancelled: Red badge - booking cancelled
  • Completed: Green badge - service completed

Filtering Bookings

  • Filter by status (All, Pending, Confirmed, Cancelled, Completed)
  • View only pending bookings
  • See confirmed bookings
  • Check completed services

Viewing Booking Details

  • Click on any booking to view full details
  • See complete booking information
  • View vendor contact information
  • Access booking-related messages

Cancelling Bookings

  • Cancel bookings if needed
  • Confirm cancellation action
  • Booking status will update to 'Cancelled'

Booking Reports

  • Export booking information (Premium feature)
  • Generate printable reports
  • Share booking details with others

Best Practices

  • Regular Updates: Check booking status regularly
  • Communication: Message vendors for updates
  • Organization: Keep all bookings in one place
  • Tracking: Link bookings to budget items

Plan Availability

  • All Plans: Full booking management access
  • Premium Plan: Printable booking reports available

Tip: Use the status filter to quickly see which bookings need your attention!

4

Reading vendor reviews

Vendor reviews help you make informed decisions when choosing vendors. Here's how to use them:

Viewing Reviews

Access Vendor Page: Click on a vendor from the directory

View Reviews Section:

  • See all reviews for the vendor
  • View average rating
  • Read individual reviews

Review Information

Rating System

  • 5 Stars: Excellent service
  • 4 Stars: Very good service
  • 3 Stars: Good service
  • 2 Stars: Fair service
  • 1 Star: Poor service

Review Content

  • Rating: Star rating (1-5)
  • Comment: Written review from couple
  • Reviewer: Name of the couple who left the review
  • Date: When the review was posted
  • Booking: Related booking (if applicable)

Average Ratings

  • See overall vendor rating
  • View total number of reviews
  • Understand vendor reputation

Writing Reviews

After Booking

  • Leave a review after your booking is completed
  • Rate your experience (1-5 stars)
  • Write a detailed comment
  • Help other couples make decisions

Review Guidelines

  • Be honest and fair
  • Provide helpful details
  • Focus on the service received
  • Be respectful in your comments

Review Moderation

  • All reviews are moderated
  • Reviews must be from actual bookings
  • Inappropriate content is removed

Using Reviews to Decide

  • Read Multiple Reviews: Don't rely on just one review
  • Look for Patterns: Notice common themes in reviews
  • Consider Context: Understand the reviewer's situation
  • Check Recent Reviews: See the most recent feedback

Plan Availability

  • All Plans: Full access to read and write reviews

Tip: Read both positive and negative reviews to get a balanced view of each vendor's service!

5

Communicating with vendors

The messaging feature allows you to communicate directly with vendors through the platform. Here's how to use it:

Accessing Messages

Navigate to Messages: Go to 'Messages' from the Media section in your dashboard sidebar.

Find Vendor Conversations:

  • See all your conversations
  • Find vendor conversations
  • Access booking-related messages

Starting a Conversation

From Vendor Page

  • Click 'Message Vendor' on vendor profile
  • Start a new conversation
  • Ask questions before booking

From Booking

  • Message vendor about specific booking
  • Discuss booking details
  • Coordinate service delivery

Messaging Features

Real-Time Communication

  • Send and receive messages instantly
  • See when messages are read
  • Get notifications for new messages

Message Organization

  • All messages in one place
  • Organized by conversation
  • Easy to find past messages

Booking-Related Messaging

  • Message vendors about bookings
  • Discuss booking changes
  • Coordinate schedules
  • Ask questions about services

Best Practices

  • Be Clear: State your needs clearly
  • Be Professional: Maintain professional communication
  • Be Responsive: Reply to vendor messages promptly
  • Keep Records: All messages are saved for reference

Message Notifications

  • Get notified when vendors reply
  • See unread message counts
  • Never miss important communications

Plan Availability

  • All Plans: Full messaging access

Tip: Use messaging to clarify details before booking and to coordinate smoothly after booking!