Charlottesville, Virginia (March 14, 2012) – INTUR (Nicaraguan Tourism Institute), announced today that they have selected Regatta Travel Solutions as the booking engine provider to power NicaraguaTourism.us. The announcement comes just a few weeks after the Institute unveiled the ambitious project which aims to drive even more U.S. visitors to Nicaragua backed by a new website, a powerful $3 million marketing campaign, and a best in class booking engine.

"The potential of this project is just phenomenal." said Ashwin Kamlani, President of Regatta Travel Solutions. "Nicaragua has experienced healthy growth in U.S. travelers and the timing is perfect to use the internet to foster that growth. We look forward to working with INTUR and to make it a huge success."

"This is a long awaited leap forward for the tourism industry of our nation," said Mario Salinas, Nicaragua's Minister of Tourism. "With their bi-lingual team, the simplicity of their backend systems, and their hotel friendly approach, Regatta was the perfect choice for this project. We were looking for a strategic partner, not just a booking engine."

About Regatta Travel Solutions

Regatta Travel Solutions provides specialized online booking technology and marketing tactics for DMOs (Destination Marketing Organizations). DMOs that use Regatta to book travel on their sites can increase demand for their destination, lower the cost paid by suppliers per booking, and increase membership and participation for their organizations. Visit www.regattatravelsolutions.com for more details. Regatta Travel Solutions is an Alliance Partner of DMAI.

Arancha Santos
Public Relations
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