Sunday, September 29, 2024 Guyana’s tourism sector is set to receive a significant boost with the introduction of the prestigious travel operator Abercrombie & Kent. This development was recently announced by President Dr. Irfaan Ali on his Facebook page, following a productive meeting with Geoffrey Kent, the founder and Chairman Emeritus of Abercrombie & Kent, on Saturday.
During the meeting, Kent was joined by local Wilderness Explorer Toney Thorne, while President Ali was accompanied by Minister of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce Oneidge Walrond, Guyana’s High Commissioner to London Rajendra Singh, and Director of Presidential Affairs Marcia Nadir-Sharma. Abercrombie & Kent is renowned for curating luxurious and sustainable travel experiences around the globe, and their entry into the Guyanese market underscores the country’s increasing appeal as a global tourism destination. This move reflects growing international confidence in Guyana’s stability and its potential for tourism development.
President Ali has long championed the expansion of Guyana’s tourism industry and has called for substantial investments from high-profile tourism operators to capitalize on the country’s rich offerings. The government has made significant investments in eco-tourism, blending the nation’s natural beauty with modern amenities, ensuring that visitors have access to unique and enriching experiences. The President highlighted that increased private-sector investment will furthe.
