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U.S. Embassy celebrates World Tourism Day

On Monday, September 26, in observance of World Tourism Day, U.S. Ambassador Sarah-Ann Lynch invited stakeholders from the tourism and hospitality industries to “Rethink Tourism.” The forum provided an opportunity for key industry players to discuss opportunities for collaboration in their respective roles in preparing Guyana for a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient tourism sector. ...

By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 27 September, 2022 | Topics: Events, News | Tags: Economic, Tourism, Trade and Investment

Ambassador Lynch delivers remarks in observance of World Tourism Day

Remarks as prepared Ambassador Sarah-Ann Lynch Reception in observance of World Tourism Day September 26, 2022 Honorable Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Oneidge Waldron, Honorable Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Charles Ramson, Jr., Head of the Guyana Tourism Authority, Kamrul Baksh, President of the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana, Harrinand (Ralph) Persaud, ...

By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 27 September, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Entrepreneurship, Tourism, Trade and Investment

Ask the Consul – July 2022

Straight Talk on Non-immigrant Visas In this edition of our Ask-the-Consul article, we provide you with candid answers to some of the most popular questions you have about the status of non-immigrant visa processing in Guyana. Our goal is to manage your expectations so that you can make informed decisions about future travel. Q: ...

By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 21 July, 2022 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Non Immigrant Visas | Tags: Tourism, Travel

Remarks by Ambassador Lynch at Official Sod Turning Ceremony for Courtyard Marriott, CJIA

This new hotel is also testament to Marriott’s established success in Guyana. Since its opening in 2015, the Marriott in downtown Georgetown has become an epicenter for social and commercial life. And, I might add, its’ outstanding reputation has continued during this most difficult year as we all struggle with the global pandemic.

By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 2 July, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Tourism, Trade and Investment

U.S. Embassy celebrates World Tourism Day

Under the theme “Sustainable Landscapes and Conservation Tourism” Ambassador Sarah-Ann Lynch hosted leaders from the tourism and hospitality industries on Thursday, October 10 in observance of World Tourism Day. In line with the U.S. Embassy commitment to promote sustainable landscapes, Ambassador Lynch recognized the growing importance of the tourism industry’s contributions to Guyana’s future. She ...

By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 11 October, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Tourism

Ambassador Lynch delivers remarks in recognition of World Tourism Day

Remarks as prepared Ambassador Sarah Ann Lynch World Tourism Day Reception October 10, 2019 Good evening everyone, and thank you, Seth (Seth Hershberger was the Embassy’s Community Liaison Coordinator and MC for the evening), for the kind introduction. And, thank you to you, Seth, Latchmi Seetahal and Andrea Stephenson – the team of three from ...

By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 11 October, 2019 | Topics: Speeches, Travel & Tourism | Tags: Tourism

Ambassador Lynch Visits Bartica, Region Seven

In line with the U.S. Embassy commitment to help build capacity in remote areas, Ambassador Lynch made a trip to Region Seven and met with officials from the Regional Democratic Council, the Regional Police, the Mayor’s office, and the regional hospital. Ambassador Lynch enjoyed her discussions with regional leaders about the infrastructure, security, green economy, ...

By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 9 October, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases | Tags: Tourism

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