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December 15, 2025

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The Guyana Police Force Immigration Department successfully processed more than one million passengers in 2025, officials said, a milestone that has contributed to the growth of the country’s tourism and hospitality industry. The department was commended by the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) and Roraima Airways for opening 39 new routes and expanding […]

September 29, 2025

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Waia Lodge in Santa Aratak Mission has launched a new tourism experience aimed at combining nature, culture, and adventure, its owners announced at a launch event on Saturday. The lodge was established by tour operators Keiran Samuels and Shebana Daniels, who initially envisioned creating a safe and tranquil space to raise their children. The couple […]

September 29, 2025

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The Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) is moving to introduce a range of special packages aimed at encouraging more domestic travel, in a bid to strengthen the sector. THAG President, Mitra Ramkumar, told Ignite News on Monday that the Association is exploring initiatives such as cultural tours, guided city tours, and capped rates […]

September 27, 2025

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Sustainable tourism must be at the heart of Guyana’s development strategy, Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) President Mitra Ramkumar said on Saturday in a message marking United Nations World Tourism Day 2025. “In Guyana, sustainability is not a trend; it is a necessity,” Ramkumar said, pointing to the country’s globally recognised biodiversity, intact […]

September 18, 2025

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There has been a significant increase in tourists booking tours to Guyana, President of the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG), Mitra Ramkumar, has reported. He said that while September is usually a slower month for the tourism industry, this year has been different, with visitors flocking to Guyana for the Caribbean Premier League […]

September 17, 2025

The Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) has welcomed President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s plan to transform Georgetown into a sustainable “Garden City,” saying the initiative will boost tourism while preserving heritage. The announcement, made on Tuesday, outlines a vision for modern development in the capital, including upgrades in waste management, flood resilience, heritage […]

September 16, 2025

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With two successful tournaments hosted in succession here in Guyana, the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) is driving the tourism sector forward. This is according to President of the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG), Mitra Ramkumar. Speaking on the latest edition of Ignite Insights, Ramkumar pointed out that sports tourism is one of the […]

August 16, 2025

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The Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) has refuted two widely circulated YouTube videos making sensational claims about the state of Guyana’s tourism and aviation industries. The videos — titled “Guyana Airports BANNED: 15 Things You CAN’T Do in 2025 (Don’t Get Caught!)” and “6 Airlines Are Pulling Out of Guyana as Tourism Crashes […]

August 7, 2025

With just over three weeks to go before Guyana’s General and Regional Elections, the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) on Thursday called on political parties, stakeholder groups, and citizens to promote peace, tolerance, and stability during the election period. THAG urged all Guyanese to act with restraint and maturity in the lead-up to, […]

August 2, 2025

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President of the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG), Mitra Ramkumar, says the sector is developing plans to introduce local rates to encourage domestic tourism. Speaking in an interview with Ignite Insights, Ramkumar said local tourism is a key part of growing the industry, ensuring a steady market flow and promoting economies of scale. […]

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Immigration Department facilitated over one million passengers in 2025

Waia Lodge launches new tourism experience in Santa Aratak Mission

THAG pushes for special packages to boost domestic tourism

Sustainable tourism must be central to Guyana’s development strategy, says THAG president

CPL drives surge in bookings

THAG: Georgetown’s transformation will boost tourism and heritage appeal

THAG President: CPL a major boost to tourism sector

THAG affirms no airline leaving Guyana

THAG calls for peace, tolerance and stability ahead of national elections

THAG working on plan to boost domestic tourism

Shame and silence keep abused boys from seeking help

Oil refinery, gas projects key to shielding Guyana from external shocks

Construction worker freed of gun and ganja charges

Shame and silence keep abused boys from seeking help

Oil refinery, gas projects key to shielding Guyana from external shocks

Construction worker freed of gun and ganja charges