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Guyana records double digit increase in tourist arrivals – projects 15% increase in 201 4

Jan 09, 2014 News

 
Over the last 10 years, visitor arrivals have been increasing significantly to Destination Guyana, and in 2013, it was one of three countries in the Caribbean to record a double digit growth with an 11.7 percent increase in arrivals.
The Guyana Tourism Authority’s record shows that last year, there was an average of 2,630 tourists per month. In August alone, Moleson Creek recorded 3581 arrivals and in September, 3602. Over 11,600 visited Lethem, Region Nine during the year.
The increase represents visitors from across the Caribbean region, especially from Suriname, Brazil, and Jamaica. This is a result of several initiatives undertaken by the Ministry of Tourism, along with the GTA.
Some of these include familiarisation trips, British Birdwatchers’ Fair in London, and Trade Shows in New York and Canada.
The inaugural Trade Shows in New York and Canada created a firsthand opportunity to showcase the country’s tourism potential and products on the international market.
The British Birdwatchers’ Fair has been significant in terms of disseminating information about Guyana as a tourist destination, taking into consideration that as a spot it was virtually unknown to many persons, when it first participated in this event.  Many tourists, who have had the privilege of experiencing Guyana, have recommended the country as a tourist destination. Through this event, they have helped to create an excitement about Guyana and its rich, abundant diverse nature.
The “Fam” trip is the most proactive, cost effective trip and it promotes Destination Guyana.
The Ministry of Tourism is determined to sell Destination Guyana, and in 2014, it projects a 15 % increase in arrivals. Several FAM trips are scheduled to be conducted, and will result in more persons visiting Guyana.

 

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