I was born and raised in the Pomeroon, in the county of Essequibo, in Guyana, but I now reside in New York, USA. I work as an administrative assistant at Jos-El Care Nursing Agency, and I’m also a part-time student.
Well, home is where the heart is, and Guyana has always been home for me. I think it’s the people and the distinctive Guyanese culture that truly make Guyana a wonderful destination. I’ve been catching up on our local cuisine, familiar sites, and, of course, our great nightlife.
“Enjoying” is too much of an understatement for the experiences I’ve had this holiday season. With the help of good friends and family, my vacation has been absolutely amazing; and I can say with assurance that there is no Christmas like a Guyanese Christmas!!!
With every trip home, I continue to see the potential of my beloved homeland being slowly realized. Economic prosperity is one thing, but social responsibility is another. I hope to one day see every Guyanese citizen, regardless of class or creed, ensure the preservation of our environment, people, culture and wildlife. My goal is to practice Veterinary Medicine, so the latter is particularly important to me. I hope 2011 brings with it much prosperity, success, and blessings to everyone.
Shanita Symbudyal
Shanita Symbudyal
I was born and raised at Enmore, East Coast Demerara, and now reside in NYC. I work at a well-established travel agency as sales rep/travel agent.
I have been visiting my family and friends during my return visits home, celebrating the holidays in our very own Guyanese style, enjoying our home-made pepperpot and black cake. My trip back home is a short one, but I am making the most of it.
So far, I have been travelling a lot and experiencing some parts of Guyana I had never seen while I lived here. It is indeed an enjoyable trip, and I am looking forward to having many more trips here.
I have been reading a lot about the crime rate in Guyana in the local newspapers. I know the Guyana Police Force has been working on improving the security situation. I would like that organisation to continue pressing hard on decreasing the crime rate, especially in 2011, for the national elections. I would also like to see more job opportunities being made available for the younger graduates coming into the job market in 2011. Guyana is a wonderful land. Let us all work to preserve its beauty!
Navin Singh
Navin Singh
I live in Miami and I am an events coordinator.
I have been enjoying Guyana to the fullest — Whether it’s meeting up with good friends, eating all the great local dishes, or enjoying the night life. I am truly having a blast this Christmas season.
I always have a great time when I come back to Guyana. We definitely have the friendliest people in the Caribbean.
What do you wish to see happen in Guyana for 2011?
For 2011, I just want to see more progress for the nation and its people.
Dr Andrew Ramcharan
Dr. Andrew Ramcharan
I migrated to Canada in 1997 and after 7 years I visited here once in 2004. After that I have been traveling in the US and Austria due to my job and now I am back in Guyana for just over a week’s holiday. I must say being back since my last visit in 2004, Guyana has made some major developments also. One such is the Berbice bridge. I think it was a wise investment including the other infrastructural improvements I noticed. I think Guyana has great potential in prospering economically. Guyana is rich in both areas and investors want to come here to invest so I see a great future ahead for this country. I think also it has a huge to be the ‘bread basket’ of the Caribbean. Although my entire family is in Canada, I am definitely planning another vacation here. It’s undetermined but I will be coming back to do much more socializing and meeting new interesting people.
