Bartica is it this Easter!

March 28, 2019 by Bartica Admin in Entertainment, Tourism

–‘Come for the party, stay for the fun!’
THE Easter weekend has, over the years, become a spectacle for Guyana with a large influx of tourists from all parts of the world. One of the holiday’s key events is the Bartica Regatta, which is packed with fun-filled activities such as water sport, talent shows, a music festival, boxing, soccer, cricket competitions and the main attraction the Bartica Regatta Pageant.

*Director of Sport, Christopher Jones (centre) with members of the Bartica Regatta Committee*

In preparation for the grand event, which begins from April 14, a committee has been established to inform the public about this upcoming event. On Thursday, Mayor of Bartica, Gifford Marshall and the team held a press conference at the Pegasus Hotel, where they introduced the nine delegates vying for the Miss Bartica Regatta 2019 crown.

The beautiful and poised contestants are all excited to represent their newly-established town. At the press briefing on Thursday, they introduced their platforms through which they will seek to educate the public on various issues, among them Youth Empowerment, Trafficking In Persons, Sexually Transmitted Diseases and tackling School Dropouts.
Mayor Marshall said that the Bartica Regatta has over the years paved the way for the township’s development, and that with the help of several agencies, this year’s offering looks like it’s going to surpass all those held in the past.

*Bartica Mayor Gifford Marshall, second left, receiving a cash donation from a private sponsor at Thursday’s press briefing at the Pegasus Hotel (Photos by Giovanni Gajie)*

“Promoting this year’s Regatta is very important, since our town has significantly improved and is aiming to become Guyana’s main tourist destination. We are very grateful for where Regatta is today, and its transformation,” Mayor Marshall said.

He said that from April 14 to 22, Bartica will come alive, starting with a comedy and gymkhana show, followed by several sporting events during the week. During the Easter weekend, there will be the much-anticipated Pageant, Boat Cruise, International Concert and other exciting activities.

Representing the Department of Culture, Youth and Sport, Director of Sport, Christopher Jones noted that Bartica has contributed significantly to tourism with their hospitality and uniqueness. He assured committee members that the government is willing and ready to support and promote sport tourism in Bartica. (DPI)

Source: Guyana Chronicle