Reserve America, which handles reservations for more than 150,000 campsites and cabins on federal, state and private land, is now accepting reservations for campsites in 12 national parks.
The agency can handle reservations by phone, fax or email.
The office also handles reservations for the more-remote camps at Nossob and Mata Mata.
Mr. Zoghlin says that Orbitz will be able to handle reservations far more cheaply than can the big reservations systems because it uses newer, less-expensive technology.
Some riverboat operators have formed associations to handle reservations, but travelers can usually make reservations for almost any cruise with a travel agent.
Some restaurants are buying software like RSViP and Perfect Host, specifically designed to handle reservations, and using it to track customers.
The lodges also handle reservations for Phantom Ranch, the only place to stay in the canyon itself (in peak season, you may have to book months ahead).
"We actively go after teachers," said Rakesh Goswami, the chief operating officer for R&R Resorts, which handles reservations and marketing for Maya Tulum and Pura Vida.
As the business grew — its 100 employees and banks of computers now handle reservations for some 50,000 hostels in 166 countries — Web Reservations was offered an equity investment by Enterprise Ireland.
For instance, Northwest releases some award seats up to 352 days before travel if you book over the phone (its Web site handles reservations only 330 days in advance).
South Coast (Tolanaro, formerly Fort Dauphin): We stayed at the Hotel Le Dauphin, (261-2092) 212-38,which is owned by the same family that owns the Berenty Reserve and also handles reservations for bungalows and meals there.
