This article describes the BookMeBob channel connection in RMS, including the data exchanged between BookMeBob and RMS.
Overview
BookMeBob is an online booking channel that can be connected to RMS via the Channel Manager. Once connected, BookMeBob and RMS exchange availability, rate, restriction, and reservation data automatically.
This article outlines which data is sent and received between BookMeBob and RMS, and provides a reference for the supported and unsupported functions of the integration.
Key Points
- BookMeBob supports single reservations, group reservations, and cancellations.
- Email confirmations for bookings made through BookMeBob are sent by BookMeBob, not by RMS.
- Live availability is limited to 365 Days*.
Connecting BookMeBob to RMS
To connect BookMeBob as a channel in RMS, follow the general Channel Connection process. This involves activating the channel in the RMS Channel Manager, mapping your properties, categories, and rate types, and then enabling the connection.
Availability, Rate & Reservation Data Exchange
The following tables show which availability, rate, restriction, guest, and reservation data is sent and received between BookMeBob and RMS.
| Category | Feature | Support Status |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Allotments | Supported |
| Live Availability | 365 Days* | |
| Oversell Allotments | Supported | |
| Release Back Time | Supported | |
| Rates | Additionals Rates | Supported |
| Currency | Supported | |
| Rate Amount | Supported | |
| Rate Description | Supported | |
| Override Amount | Supported | |
| Person Base | Supported | |
| Restrictions | Closed to Arrival | Supported |
| Closed to Departure | Supported | |
| Maximum Nights | Supported | |
| Minimum Nights (MLOS) | Supported | |
| Minimum Nights (Soft Close) | Not Supported | |
| Stop Sell | Supported | |
| Guests | Surname | Supported |
| Given | Supported | |
| Address | Supported | |
| Town/Suburb | Supported | |
| State | Not Supported | |
| Postcode | Supported | |
| Country | Supported | |
| Phone | Supported | |
| Supported | ||
| Reservations | Single Reservation | Supported |
| Group Reservation | Supported | |
| Modification | Supported | |
| Cancellation | Supported | |
| Email Confirmation Sent By | BookMeBob | |
| Reservation Details | Adults | Supported |
| Children | Supported | |
| Infants | Not Supported | |
| Arrive & Depart Date | Supported | |
| Booking Source | Supported | |
| Category | Supported | |
| ETA | Not Supported | |
| OTA Notes | Not Supported | |
| Rate Type | Supported | |
| Travel Agent | Supported |
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