Gov't will continue to strongly support tourism - President Ramotar
-at THAG Awards Ceremony and Dinner
Georgetown, GINA, January 29, 2012
Source - GINA
THAG Awardees capture a photo opportunity with President Donald Ramotar
President Donald Ramotar on Saturday evening at the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana's annual awards ceremony and dinner pledged government’s continued support to the tourism sector as it is a promising one with a wealth of potential that will boom in Guyana in years to come.
The annual event was hosted under the theme “Building Partnerships for the future of Guyana's Tourism”at the Princess hotel, Providence. A number of members and partners of the sectorwere recognized for their contributions and commitment to the sustainable development and promotion of the tourism industry .
President Ramotar said that he was happy to be a part of the event which testifies togovernment’s continued support to the sector.
“This is a growing and new sector in our society…those clever business people would do well as they have a great advantage to establish themselves in the industry as we will have a rush coming to the sector over the coming years as Guyana is an extremely beautiful country,” President Ramotar said.
The Head of State believes that Guyana has the potential to becomethe Caribbean’s number one tourist destination as there are possibilities for eco-tourism, yachting, and wild life along with a number of other tourism activities.
“Government is going to strongly support this industry as this is linked with the development of other sectors…many Guyanese have migrated without the opportunity to experience all of its beauties…these would be one of our target markets."
A section of the attendees at THAG’s Dinner and Awards Ceremony at Princess Hotel
The Head of State said there are some impediments that pose a threat to the development of a thriving tourism sector nevertheless government will step up to the challenge and coordinate with other stakeholders to have these impediments resolved on a sustainable basis.
“Government will inject the needed finances to clean up the city as the garbage situation poses a threat to the promotion of our tourism industry…but we will have to find a permanent solution by involving stakeholders to ensure the city maintains a standard…the objective is to have Georgetown return to the standard which it once had of being the garden city,” President Ramotar said.
Towards this end, the Head of State believes that it is important to develop the necessary strategies and tactics to efficiently and effectively utilize human capital and other resources in a manner that will boost the tourism sector.
Executive Chairman, Redjet, Ian Burns said that it is a widely accepted fact that Guyana is a place with many booming sectors such as tourism with oil and natural gases soon to be discovered.
“Guyana is well positioned for a number of tourism activities such as;eco-tourism and wildlife, coupled with the fact that Guyana has a rich culture and friendly people, nevertheless tourism cannot go forward without collaboration,” Burns said.
Rock View Hotel Receives an award from President Donald Ramotar
He said that Redjet strives to capture the attention of tourists destined for the Caribbean and other destinations by providing affordable airfares…a regional collaboration would see regional integration that amasses economic and social growth for all…it was because of a collaboration with Guyana’s tourism Industry and Redjet that saw Redjet flying more than 30,000 passengers to Guyana in December 2011…another such initiative such more than 5000 passengers being flown to Brazil,” Burns said.
The award ceremony saw Rewa Lodge being awarded for outstanding resort of the year; Andy Correia awarded for bird guide of the year and Air Guyana and Jerriesreceiving the Product Development Award.
Some of the other awardees include; Karanambu Lodge Inc awarded for Exemplary Performance- Safety and Standards Award;Demerara Distillers recognized as patron of THAG;Bushmastersfor the Industry Award for long Service& Contribution to the sector; Rock View received the Outstanding Contribution by a member company; and Guyana Telephone and Telegraph company was recognized as a sponsor of THAG.
-at THAG Awards Ceremony and Dinner
Georgetown, GINA, January 29, 2012
Source - GINA
THAG Awardees capture a photo opportunity with President Donald RamotarPresident Donald Ramotar on Saturday evening at the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana's annual awards ceremony and dinner pledged government’s continued support to the tourism sector as it is a promising one with a wealth of potential that will boom in Guyana in years to come.
The annual event was hosted under the theme “Building Partnerships for the future of Guyana's Tourism”at the Princess hotel, Providence. A number of members and partners of the sectorwere recognized for their contributions and commitment to the sustainable development and promotion of the tourism industry .
President Ramotar said that he was happy to be a part of the event which testifies togovernment’s continued support to the sector.
“This is a growing and new sector in our society…those clever business people would do well as they have a great advantage to establish themselves in the industry as we will have a rush coming to the sector over the coming years as Guyana is an extremely beautiful country,” President Ramotar said.
The Head of State believes that Guyana has the potential to becomethe Caribbean’s number one tourist destination as there are possibilities for eco-tourism, yachting, and wild life along with a number of other tourism activities.
“Government is going to strongly support this industry as this is linked with the development of other sectors…many Guyanese have migrated without the opportunity to experience all of its beauties…these would be one of our target markets."
A section of the attendees at THAG’s Dinner and Awards Ceremony at Princess HotelThe Head of State said there are some impediments that pose a threat to the development of a thriving tourism sector nevertheless government will step up to the challenge and coordinate with other stakeholders to have these impediments resolved on a sustainable basis.
“Government will inject the needed finances to clean up the city as the garbage situation poses a threat to the promotion of our tourism industry…but we will have to find a permanent solution by involving stakeholders to ensure the city maintains a standard…the objective is to have Georgetown return to the standard which it once had of being the garden city,” President Ramotar said.
Towards this end, the Head of State believes that it is important to develop the necessary strategies and tactics to efficiently and effectively utilize human capital and other resources in a manner that will boost the tourism sector.
Executive Chairman, Redjet, Ian Burns said that it is a widely accepted fact that Guyana is a place with many booming sectors such as tourism with oil and natural gases soon to be discovered.
“Guyana is well positioned for a number of tourism activities such as;eco-tourism and wildlife, coupled with the fact that Guyana has a rich culture and friendly people, nevertheless tourism cannot go forward without collaboration,” Burns said.
Rock View Hotel Receives an award from President Donald RamotarHe said that Redjet strives to capture the attention of tourists destined for the Caribbean and other destinations by providing affordable airfares…a regional collaboration would see regional integration that amasses economic and social growth for all…it was because of a collaboration with Guyana’s tourism Industry and Redjet that saw Redjet flying more than 30,000 passengers to Guyana in December 2011…another such initiative such more than 5000 passengers being flown to Brazil,” Burns said.
The award ceremony saw Rewa Lodge being awarded for outstanding resort of the year; Andy Correia awarded for bird guide of the year and Air Guyana and Jerriesreceiving the Product Development Award.
Some of the other awardees include; Karanambu Lodge Inc awarded for Exemplary Performance- Safety and Standards Award;Demerara Distillers recognized as patron of THAG;Bushmastersfor the Industry Award for long Service& Contribution to the sector; Rock View received the Outstanding Contribution by a member company; and Guyana Telephone and Telegraph company was recognized as a sponsor of THAG.
