NAICS 561599 Quarterly Industry Report
All Other Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services
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NAICS Code: 561599Sector: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services (56)Updated: Q1 2026
About This Report
This industry profile for All Other Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services (NAICS 561599) draws on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics[6], U.S. Census Bureau, and SBA size standards database[7]. Published by Fair Market Value and updated quarterly, it provides valuation professionals, travel technology analysts, and business brokers with current market data. The editorial analysis reflects the independent assessment of FairMarketValue.com's research team, with all quantitative claims sourced to publicly verifiable databases.
Industry Snapshot
Key metrics for the all other travel arrangement and reservation services industry.
Share of Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
0.7%
By establishment count, 2022 Census[2]
NAICS Sector
56
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
Industry Definition & Overview
All Other Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services (NAICS 561599) encompasses establishments providing travel arrangement and reservation services not classified elsewhere in the travel industry hierarchy per the U.S. Census Bureau[5]. This residual category includes time-share exchange services, airline and entertainment ticket offices, automated reservation systems for accommodations and dining, automobile club services, and various ancillary travel support operations.
The broader U.S. travel arrangement and reservation services industry generated about $59.3 billion in total value in 2026, with NAICS 561599 capturing a significant share through reservation platforms and specialized services. Employment across the travel arrangement sector reached 289,134 workers in 2022, with geographic concentration in Florida (42,326 workers), California (33,900), and Texas (19,400) per the Bureau of Labor Statistics[6].
Businesses in this category operate reservation systems managing complex distribution networks connecting consumers with transportation providers, hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Evolving travel patterns, including bleisure travel blending work and leisure, sustainable tourism, and digital nomadism, reshape demand for flexible booking services. Extended-stay reservations and month-to-month accommodation platforms have emerged as growing niches within this classification. Per the SBA Table of Size Standards[7], the size standard is $32.5 million in average annual receipts, slightly higher than other travel service classifications, reflecting the larger revenue scale of automated reservation and distribution operations.
What's Included in This Industry
- Time-share and vacation ownership exchange services
- Ticket sales offices for transportation and entertainment
- Automated reservation systems for accommodations
- Restaurant reservation and booking services
- Automobile club travel services and planning
- Road services and travel assistance programs
- Group travel arrangement coordination
- Event and entertainment ticket distribution
- Last-minute travel deals and discount coordination
- Specialized niche travel booking services
NAICS Classification Hierarchy
| Level | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 56 |
| Subsector | Administrative and Support Services | 561 |
| Industry Group | Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services | 5615 |
| NAICS Industry | Other Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services | 56159 |
| National Industry | All Other Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services | 561599 |
Related NAICS Codes
| Code | Description | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| 561510 | Travel Agencies | Travel Agencies provide full-service booking and consultation, while this code captures specialized reservation systems and ticket offices that handle specific travel components |
| 561520 | Tour Operators | Tour Operators assemble multi-element vacation packages, while establishments here provide the reservation infrastructure and ticketing services that support individual travel bookings |
| 561591 | Convention and Visitors Bureaus | Convention and Visitors Bureaus market destinations and coordinate events, while this code covers the reservation and ticketing services that convert destination interest into actual bookings |
| 561920 | Convention and Trade Show Organizers | Convention and Trade Show Organizers manage business events, while establishments here distribute tickets and manage event reservations for attendees and participants |
| 518210 | Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services | Computing Infrastructure Providers supply the hosting, data processing, and platform services that automated reservation systems in this classification depend on for operations |
| 721110 | Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels | Hotels and Motels distribute room inventory through the reservation systems classified here, creating a supplier-distributor relationship central to accommodation booking |
Geographic Concentration
Top states by share of national establishments.
| # | State | % Est. | Total Est. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 16.8% | 465 |
| 2 | Florida | 10.3% | 286 |
| 3 | New York | 7.0% | 194 |
| 4 | Texas | 6.8% | 188 |
| 5 | Pennsylvania | 5.2% | 144 |
| 6 | Ohio | 4.3% | 119 |
| 7 | Nevada | 3.0% | 83 |
| 8 | New Jersey | 3.0% | 82 |
| 9 | Illinois | 2.7% | 74 |
| 10 | Massachusetts | 2.6% | 72 |
% Of Establishments
0%
17%
Source: County Business Patterns, U.S. Census Bureau[3]
SBA Lending Summary
216
Total SBA Loans
$37.9M
Total Loan Volume
$175K
Average Loan Size
10 yrs
Average Loan Term
11.28%
Average Interest Rate
904
Jobs Supported
Source: SBA 7(a) Program Data, U.S. Small Business Administration — FY 2025[4]
Key Insight: Per the SBA Table of Size Standards[7], All Other Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services (NAICS 561599) has a size standard of $32.5 million in average annual receipts for federal contracting purposes. SBA 7(a) loans[8] support technology platform development, reservation system upgrades, and working capital for qualifying firms. The higher size standard compared to other travel codes reflects the larger revenue scale typical of automated reservation and distribution operations. Additionally, 504/CDC loans[9] provide long-term, fixed-rate financing for major fixed assets such as real estate and equipment.
Top SBA Lenders
| # | Lender | Loans | Volume | Avg Loan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northeast Bank | 80 | $18.0M | $225K |
| 2 | Readycap Lending, LLC | 16 | $4.0M | $252K |
| 3 | Webster Bank National Association | 8 | $4.0M | $500K |
| 4 | JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association | 16 | $3.5M | $220K |
| 5 | Bank of America, National Association | 8 | $2.0M | $250K |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this industry.
What types of businesses fall under NAICS 561599?
This residual category includes time-share exchange services, airline and entertainment ticket offices, automated reservation systems, restaurant booking services, automobile club travel programs, and specialized travel coordination per the U.S. Census Bureau[5]. It captures travel arrangement services not classified under travel agencies, tour operators, or convention bureaus.
How is this industry segment structured?
The broader travel arrangement industry generated about $59.3 billion in 2026. Employment reached 289,134 workers in 2022 per the Bureau of Labor Statistics[6]. Operations range from small ticket offices to large automated reservation platforms managing complex distribution networks connecting consumers with multiple travel suppliers simultaneously.
What is the SBA size standard for this classification?
Per the SBA Table of Size Standards[7], NAICS 561599 has a size standard of $32.5 million in average annual receipts. This is higher than other travel service codes, reflecting the larger revenue scale of automated reservation and distribution operations.
What NAICS codes are related to this classification?
Related codes include NAICS 561510 (Travel Agencies), NAICS 561520 (Tour Operators), NAICS 561591 (Convention Bureaus), NAICS 561920 (Convention Organizers), and NAICS 721110 (Hotels) per the U.S. Census Bureau[5]. Each handles a specific function within the travel arrangement ecosystem.
Which industries rely on these reservation and ticketing services?
Hotels distribute room inventory through reservation platforms. Airlines sell tickets through distribution offices. Theaters and entertainment venues use ticketing services. Automobile clubs serve members with travel planning. Restaurants use booking systems for table reservations.
What activities are included in NAICS 561599?
Core activities include operating time-share exchanges, managing ticket offices, running automated reservation systems, coordinating automobile club travel services, distributing entertainment tickets, and providing specialized booking services per the U.S. Census Bureau[5].
Can businesses in this classification get SBA loans?
Yes, firms meeting the $32.5 million size standard qualify for SBA 7(a) loans[8] covering technology platform development, reservation system upgrades, and working capital. The technology-intensive nature of many operations in this classification creates ongoing capital needs for system development and maintenance.
Which states have the highest concentration of these services?
Florida leads with 42,326 travel arrangement workers, followed by California (33,900) and Texas (19,400) per the Bureau of Labor Statistics[6]. Major tourism destinations and transportation hubs drive geographic concentration, with resort areas and convention cities hosting the densest clusters.
Sources & References
Government datasets and editorial sources used in this report.
- [1]U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages bls.gov
- [2]U.S. Census Bureau, Economic Census census.gov
- [3]U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns census.gov
- [4]U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA 7(a) Loan Program Data data.sba.gov
- [5]U.S. Census Bureau census.gov
- [6]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [7]SBA Table of Size Standards sba.gov
- [8]SBA 7(a) loans sba.gov
- [9]504/CDC loans sba.gov
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