Corporate customers of Travelocity Business can now book Amtrak rail trips online. The new option, believed a first for online corporate-travel agencies, could prove especially appealing to travelers along the Northeast corridor, where rail travel is often quicker and easier than air.

"Adding rail bookings to all of our other options online gives travelers one more way to enhance their travel," said Ellen Keszler, president of Travelocity Business. "Corporate travelers are looking for greater control of their travel experience."

Travelers at companies who use Travelocity Business can now enter their company's private online website to view all possible options for a trip and decide which mode of transportation is most convenient or cost effective.

Companies can use controls in Travelocity Business to show corporate-negotiated pricing and inform travelers about which options are compliant with corporate travel policies. The Travelocity system tracks spending and provides reports.

Rail booking is also available on Travelocity's consumer website, at www.travelocity.com. Rail options there include RailEurope and VIA Rail Canada. The Amtrak website is linked through an ad.