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Georgetown, Guyana

Safety

Safety in Georgetown, Guyana
What do other Racers need to know in order to be safe? Current safety protocols/precautions in place? Any relevant issues/concerns? Any precautionary suggestions?

People’s Opinions

  1. During the day Georgetown is fairly safe to walk around in a group of no less than 3 people. Though there are a lot of catcalling, honking and whistling, but no one ever felt threatened. However, we were told many times by locals to not be out at all after dark (around 6/6:30 pm) so don’t risk it.

Ministry Summary

Ministry Summary in Georgetown, Guyana
Breakthroughs? Suggestions? Concerns? On a scale of 1-4 (1 being not at all, 4 being absolutely) how strongly would you recommend another World Race team go to this ministry location & why?

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Lodging

Lodging in Georgetown, Guyana
Where did you stay? What were the accommodations (sleeping arrangements, toilets, showers, etc.)? Cost (per person per night in USD), Contact info.

People’s Opinions

  1. The whole squad, then one team stayed at Full Gospel Assembly in Georgetown.It was 8 rooms, ( 3 A/C rooms, others without), each room has a queen size bed which could fit at least 3 people. A team of 6 (maybe even 7) could fit into one room comfortably ( though some will sleep on their sleeping pad in the floor).There is a kitchen that is shared between everyone living there with a refrigerator, stove top, oven, and most needed utensils.There are two showers and two toilets at the end of the hallway and each of the A/C rooms have restroom and shower.Cost:$40 per night per roomA/C $50 per night per roomContact info:Sharon Stewart(592) 22 63069(592) 22 54039fgfellowship@yahoo.com

Food / Meals

Food / Meals in Georgetown, Guyana
What did you eat? Where did you get the food? Cost (per person per day in USD)? Contact info (if applicable).

People’s Opinions

  1. Eattng out is expensive.There is a local market about half a mile from where we stayed that we bought everything, from fruit, veggies, meat and bread.

Transportation

Transportation in Georgetown, Guyana
What transportation did you use to enter the country? Where were you coming from? What transportation was used to move throughout the country? Be sure to include the cost per person in USD and contact info if applicable.

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Medical

Medical in Georgetown, Guyana
Information on local hospitals / doctors / pharmacies. Where would someone go in a medical emergency? (addresses and contact info).

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Communication

Communication in Georgetown, Guyana
Did you have cell reception / Internet service? Where? Carrier / Provider, where did you get phones / SIM cards, cost? Country code?

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Financial

Financial in Georgetown, Guyana
Location of banks or ATMs, notes about transaction fees, best places to exchange money, and other money related advice.

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Translators

Translators in Georgetown, Guyana
List any local translators – name and contact information, languages spoken

People’s Opinions

  1. This is an English speaking country but it’s very Caribbean English so at times it’s hard to understand, but asking them to speak slowly will work just fine.

Off Days / Fun Activities

Off Days / Fun Activities in Georgetown, Guyana
What activities did your team experience? Recommendations? List locations/contact info. Any locations to be avoided? Any extra safety tips for off days?

People’s Opinions

  1. Roti Hut, just down the street on Albert and North Street has yummy pastries and free wifi. (75 cents for donuts and cake slice- $3 other pastries )Oasis, about a mile walk, on Carmichael and Middle street has great coffee and wifi, and great place to talk to locals

Other Important Contacts

Other Important Contacts in Georgetown, Guyana
Additional ministry opportunities, local pastors, etc. Relationship & follow up suggestions

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Tips

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Additional Info

Additional Info in Georgetown, Guyana
Anything we’ve left out? Any additional suggestions to make travel easier for others?

People’s Opinions

  1. Applied for Suriname Tourist Card Visas at the Suriname Embassy in Georgetown. Must present passport, copy of passport, and photocopy of passport page showing Guyana stamp of entry. You will leave these documents at the consulate in the morning between 8:30-10:30am Monday-Friday. Ours were ready for pick up same day at 2:00pm. Cost was $35USD and had to be paid in US dollars, cash only. Bills with rips or tears were rejected. Strict dress code; no shorts or tank tops allowed, you will be turned away. No exit itinerary was requested, though it was listed as a requirement. The Embassy is located on the corner of Anira Street and New Garden Street.
    Suriname Embassy