Vendors & Bookings

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!