Guyana’s most celebrated events, Caribbean Airlines has committed to give a five per cent discount off all airfare for persons travelling to Guyana to celebrate Mashramani 2020.
Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Social Cohesion, Department of Culture, Youth and Sport Melissa Tucker told the media that Caribbean Airlines, a major sponsor of the historic event, will be offering a discount to visitors during the celebrations.
“In celebration and recognition of this historic event, Caribbean Airlines is offering a 5 per cent discount on their North American and Caribbean Airlines destination for persons coming home to celebrate with us during the period January 22-February 18,” Tucker stated.
However, Mashramani 2020 is expected to be bigger and better this year, since Guyana will be celebrating its 50th Republic Anniversary.
In preparation for the day, 50 events that include music and art competitions, concerts, sporting events, and festivals will be held in January and February
Themed “Reflect, Celebrate Transform,” the celebrations will include the traditional Chutney, Calypso and Soca singing competitions, Panorama along with new events during the Golden Jubilee celebrations.
All ten of Guyana’s administrative regions are expected to participate, and according to officials, the events will not be a platform used for political campaigns leading up to the March 2 General and Regional Elections.