Set up the dynamic sitemap in SEO Expert and boost the visibility of your booking system
If you manage a booking website, you need Google to understand and correctly display your pages, images, and videos. The dynamic sitemap from the SEO Expert module in VRMS provides search engines with a clear and always updated guide to your content, helping you gain visibility and improve your ranking.
Key definitions
Sitemap: XML file that lists the pages and resources (URLs, images, and videos) of your website that search engines can index.
Dynamic sitemap: version of the sitemap that automatically updates every time you save changes in your booking system from the SEO Expert module of VRMS.
SEO Expert (VRMS): tool integrated into VRMS to configure your website's SEO by areas and destinations, types of accommodation, and each individual accommodation; aimed at positioning your booking system.
What is a sitemap?
A sitemap is an XML file that shows search engines the different pages and resources (URLs, images, and videos) they can index on your website. The dynamic sitemap goes a step further: it automatically updates every time you make changes in your booking system within the SEO Expert module of VRMS.
Benefits of the dynamic sitemap
Google and other search engines always see the most recent version of your website.
Key pages of your booking system are automatically included.
Improves on-page SEO for accommodations, destinations, and categories.
Reduces the risk of Google overlooking important pages.
What is the SEO Expert module?
It is a tool integrated into VRMS that allows you to configure your website's SEO at different levels:
Areas and destinations (e.g., "Accommodations in Seville").
Types of accommodation (apartments, villas, bungalows…).
Each individual accommodation.
In short, it helps you position the most strategic part of your website: the booking system.
How to set up the dynamic sitemap step by step
To activate the SEO Expert module, go to "(1) Web → (2) Web Configuration".
Select the (3) website you want to edit and click on (4) "SEO".
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Create your first custom SEO landing page: choose destination, type of accommodation, and/or category. Examples: "Apartments in Seville" or "Beach houses in Valencia".
Define the language in which you want to publish the content.
Complete the fields according to your SEO strategy and save the changes.
Repeat the process in other languages if your website is multilingual.
You will see the changes you just made on your website.
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Attention to detail
In the Accommodations > Photos and descriptions tab, you can optimize titles, descriptions, and on-page SEO tags. Although they are not directly visible on the website, Google considers them very important for positioning your content.
Common mistakes
Not configuring all the languages of the website: Google might index incomplete pages.
Forgetting to save changes: the sitemap does not update until you confirm the edit.
Filling in obsolete keywords: since 2019, Google no longer uses them; focus on clear titles and descriptions.
What do I gain from this?
A well-configured dynamic sitemap allows Google to display your accommodations and key pages when your future customers search for them: more visibility, more visits, and more bookings.
This article guides you to activate and configure the dynamic sitemap with SEO Expert in VRMS, optimizing the indexing of your booking system and ensuring that Google shows the most recent and relevant version of your website. By applying the steps and recommendations described, you enhance your visibility, organize your key content, and minimize indexing errors.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the dynamic sitemap without the SEO Expert module of VRMS?
No. The dynamic sitemap is linked to the SEO Expert module of VRMS.
How often does the SEO Expert dynamic sitemap update?
It updates automatically every time you save changes in the SEO Expert module.
Do I need technical knowledge to set up the dynamic sitemap in SEO Expert?
No. The interface is intuitive, and you just need to follow the steps outlined in this guide.
What happens if I don't translate all the content before generating the dynamic sitemap?
Google might index incomplete pages or pages in a single language, which could limit your international reach.
Can I disable specific URLs within the dynamic sitemap?
Yes. You can use the "No Index" and "No Follow" options, which can be configured by language.