The ATDW module will automatically sync accommodation listings from ATDW into OpenCities using the OC Accommodation content type. You can also create these pages via the site tree; synced OC Accommodation pages have the same functionalities as those made within OpenCities.
To create or update an accommodation page:
- If you're creating from scratch, right-click in the site tree where you want to make the page and select Create Page.
- Select OC Accommodation as the content type. If you're editing an existing page, navigate to the OC Accommodation page in your site tree which you want to edit, and select Update.
- Make your changes to the page fields. Please note that you cannot alter the content in the WYSIWYG Editor or other locked fields for synced accommodation.
- Preview and Publish your page when you're ready.
We have made changes to how OpenCities handles content synced from ATDW. These changes align with the ATDW Distribution Licence Agreement, which states that all content is controlled and managed by ATDW Operators. To maintain ATDW as the accurate source of truth, all fields will now be locked in OpenCities, except for the Page name and Content labels fields. We are keeping these fields unlocked so you can control the page URL and the content lists on which they display. All fields are unlocked when creating an OC Accommodation page from the OpenCities admin.
All locked fields must be updated in ATDW, which will then update in OpenCities on the next sync. Unlocked fields will not update at the next sync.
What to Include on OC Accommodation Pages
You can use the following information to create your OC Accommodation pages. All fields except the Page name and Content labels fields are locked for synced pages.
Two WYSIWYG Editors are available to create content for newly created pages. The main body content editor can be accessed from the blue area of the template image, while the other can be accessed by selecting Accommodation facilities, accessibility information from the WYSIWYG Editor drop-down menu. Content in either WYSIWYG Editor will appear in the main content area.
Field | Purpose |
Page name | Completes the unique page URL. |
Accommodation name |
The name of the accommodation. |
Product short description |
A short description of the accommodation to appear in search results and listing pages. |
Primary image |
Set the main accommodation image for the listing page, search results, and OC Accommodation page. This image is hosted as a content file for synced pages. We recommend using an image at least 900 px wide to accommodate the OC Default template. |
Accommodation contact details | |
Primary phone number | Phone number of the contact person or organization. |
Secondary phone number | Secondary phone number of the contact person or organization. |
Email address of the contact person or organization. | |
Building/Venue name |
The name of the building or venue which houses the accommodation. |
Street address |
The street location of the accommodation for Google Maps. |
Locality |
The suburb of the accommodation for Google Maps. |
Postal code |
The postcode of the accommodation for Google Maps. |
Latitude Longitude |
The latitude and longitude to determine the accommodation's location on a map. |
Accommodation website (starting with http:// or https://) |
A website URL for the accommodation. |
Booking website (starting with http:// or https://) |
The booking website URL for the accommodation. |
Links to social media | Links to the social media pages for your accommodation. |
Accommodation details | |
Accommodation type |
Allocate a type to the accommodation. These types appear on the content page and are used as a search filter for the accommodation listing page. ATDW has set types, and any that do not exist in OpenCities will not sync through. If you need to add or remove Accommodation types, you can do so in the Accommodation Site Management settings. |
Indicative rates |
A short indication of the accommodation rates. |
Cost description | Provide information about the cost of the accommodation. |
Image Gallery |
Accommodation-related images for an image gallery on the content page. These images will be hosted on your ATDW account for synced pages. |
Video Gallery |
Accommodation-related videos for a video gallery on the content page. These videos will be hosted on your ATDW account for synced pages. |
Supporting information | |
Content labels |
These labels organize your content internally, and you can use them to build content lists. These labels are not visible to site visitors. Content labels will sync once from ATDW and be added to the system if they're not available already. After the original sync, content labels must be manually added or removed. |