Regional, domestic markets eyed to keep tourism sector afloat

Carla James

Faced with the likelihood that international tourist traffic may not return until next year as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) is considering tapping into the domestic and regional market to ensure the survival of the tourism sector.

The global coronavirus outbreak has impacted tourism sectors severely all around the world after countries began closing their borders in response to the rapidly spreading disease. Guyana has recorded 114 cases thus far, including 10 deaths.

During a virtual meeting hosted by the Ministry of Business yesterday, Director of the GTA Carla James told participants they have acknowledged the fact that the world will not be the same post-pandemic. As a result, she said, the GTA has started adapting to the new reality and is currently looking at ways to ensure the survival of the tourism industry in the country.