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The Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) hosted its Annual Awards and Dinner on Saturday evening, celebrating the achievements of key players in the sector while reaffirming its commitment to raising industry standards nationwide. The event brought together stakeholders from across the country, highlighting the sector’s growing importance to Guyana’s economy and future development.
Held at the Ramada Princess Hotel, the awards ceremony recognized outstanding service, innovation, and dedication among tourism and hospitality businesses. From eco-lodges in the hinterland to urban hotels and tour operators, honourees were applauded for their contributions to improving Guyana’s visitor experience and promoting the country as a premier destination for sustainable and culturally rich tourism.
In his remarks, The President of THAG, emphasized that the event was not just about celebrating success but also about reinforcing a shared responsibility to elevate standards across the board. “This is not just an awards night. It’s a signal to the industry that excellence must be the norm—not the exception,” The President of THUG noted, adding that improved service quality, environmental sustainability, and cultural preservation remain top priorities (source: THAG Facebook Page).
Tourism is one of Guyana’s fastest-growing sectors, with increasing international recognition and government support. According to the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA), 2023 saw a significant rise in tourist arrivals, with projections for 2024 looking even more promising. Events such as the THAG Annual Awards are seen as vital in building momentum and fostering public-private collaboration (source: GTA).
The Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, who attended the event, underscored the government’s continued investment in tourism infrastructure, training, and marketing. “We are not just supporting the industry with words, but with tangible policy and budgetary allocations that help entrepreneurs thrive,” she said during her address (source: Ministry of Tourism – Guyana).
Award categories included Hotel of the Year, Tour Operator of the Year, and the President’s Award for Excellence, among others. Special attention was also given to businesses that maintained international standards of hygiene, sustainability, and guest satisfaction.
As Guyana aims to balance growth with preservation, THAG’s Annual Awards serve as both recognition and a call to action—pushing the entire tourism and hospitality sector toward global competitiveness and inclusive development.
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