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Island paradise resort opens

An overhead view of the Aruwai White H2O Resort in the Mazaruni River, Essequibo
An overhead view of the Aruwai White H2O Resort in the Mazaruni River, Essequibo

Island paradise resort opens

 

By Alva Solomon
“THE suspense is finally over!” were the words of Tourism Minister Cathy Hughes as she addressed persons at the official opening of the highly anticipated Aruwai White H2O Resort in the Mazaruni River, Essequibo.Comprising 35 of 50 completed rooms, and blue waters and sandy beaches among a host of other amenities, the luxurious edifice has been in the making for some four years, and yesterday an excited audience was on hand to witness the official opening of this tourism masterpiece, projected to be a trend-setter in the local tourism industry.
A host of government officials and their acolytes were on hand to witness the opening at a gala ceremony on the island. These included Minister Cathy Hughes; Minister of State, Joe Harmon; Minister within the Ministry of Labour, Simona Broomes; and former Prime Minister Samuel Hinds. Former Tourism Minister Manniram Prashad also sat in the audience.
Proprietor Chunilall Baboolall, one of Bartica’s career miners, told the hyped audience that the idea for the resort stemmed from discussions he had had with Former Prime Minister Samuel Hinds, who encouraged miners to diversify their businesses from mining to other sectors. “This is one of the sectors,” he happily reported.
“We finally delivered a world class resort to our country, Guyana,” an excited Baboolall declared as he lauded the support he had received from many, including the Government of Guyana; his family members; and contractors, electricians and other artisans who contributed to the project’s realisation.
Baboolall said that businesses rely on assistance from the government, and noted that it is a challenge to diversify one’s business, especially as a miner in an atmosphere of falling gold prices. To a round of applause, Baboolall said the architects behind the venture are open to assist those persons who may wish to pursue similar ventures.
Minister Hughes said that in these economic times one has to be very committed to one’s country to make such a huge investment. She lauded the efforts of the Bartician, and said the Tourism Ministry and the tourism industry have recognised the investor’s important decision to invest, thereby adding quality and excellence to the sector.
Hughes said that since assuming her current portfolio in government, she has had the opportunity to travel and meet persons all over Guyana and overseas, and when persons hear of the Land of Many Waters, she shows them images which they deem impressive.
She said the resort would definitely receive the support it needs, and in January of 2016, the government will roll out an impressive marketing plan to encourage locals and those persons overseas to visit these shores.
“We have information that is out there and that will get people to come to Guyana”, the Tourism Minister noted.

AHEAD OF THE GAME
She said the resort in its current state is “ahead of the game” and, in her opinion, far exceeds some locations she has seen as a traveller.
Indranauth Haralsingh, Director of the Guyana Tourism Authority, also heaped on the proprietor praise for the investment. He said the venture is a display of confidence in Guyana’s economy and its tourism potential, and described the location as the “perfect getaway” for locals and overseas visitors.
He noted that the first images which emerge of the area created a stir on the Internet, locally and globally.
“Aruwai is a true definition of what an all-inclusive resort looks like,” Haralsingh said. He predicted that the venture would complement Guyana’s tourism product and create opportunities for tourism and employment.
Minister Harmon told the gathering that he also was impressed by the resort, and it sets a standard for tourism here. He added that the resort can outdo others within the Caribbean region.
Harmon said President Granger visited the resort while it was under construction, and also was impressed at the time. He said the resort produces a “magnificent multiplier” effect which ripples through the local community. This includes a new road which links the location to nearby Bartica.
Harmon said the venture benefits the business sector, and would contribute to the development of Bartica, while many will be motivated by the general presence of the venture. He therefore challenged others in the area to adopt the standard set by the resort.
Minister Broomes, herself a Bartician and miner, congratulated the investor. In brief remarks, she noted that she has known the Baboolall family for many years, and she described the businessman as an example to many others. She said she recalls him saying, “In life and in business, a good name will not take you there; it’s the determination and passion and focus”.
Broomes said the support the resort is looking for can be found behind an open door, as she offered support to the venture.
Aruwai H2O Resort sits on a once under-developed island that was once known as “Bucktrack Island”. It will be fully operational next week, when it will begin to take bookings for visitors. Among plans for the resort’s expansion is one to construct an airstrip on the island.
The proprietor also has other plans for the economic sectors, including an “Aruwai” plaza and hotel, which opens on Sheriff Street in Georgetown in the months ahead.

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Looks good, I wouldn't mind spending a week there if there are enough activities to keep me occupied. A few kayaks tours, hiking nearby, river tours,  jetskis etc. I wish them luck. 

FM
baseman posted:

These clowns today will never have the "multiplier" effect, they are better at the "divider" effect.  PNC running on empty and little leftovers from the PPP days!

What does this have to do with the article? You rass just don't like seeing progress under this government. Oh an by the way, this is privately owned is it not?

cain
Drugb posted:

Looks good, I wouldn't mind spending a week there

baseman posted:

  PNC running on empty and little leftovers from the PPP days!

You fellas will never be able to go there, even with a travel now pay later plan.

Mitwah
Mitwah posted:
Drugb posted:

Looks good, I wouldn't mind spending a week there

baseman posted:

  PNC running on empty and little leftovers from the PPP days!

You fellas will never be able to go there, even with a travel now pay later plan.

Really, id it only for Big Basha?

FM
cain posted:
baseman posted:

These clowns today will never have the "multiplier" effect, they are better at the "divider" effect.  PNC running on empty and little leftovers from the PPP days!

What does this have to do with the article? You rass just don't like seeing progress under this government. Oh an by the way, this is privately owned is it not?

You just confirmed my position!

FM
baseman posted:
cain posted:
baseman posted:

These clowns today will never have the "multiplier" effect, they are better at the "divider" effect.  PNC running on empty and little leftovers from the PPP days!

What does this have to do with the article? You rass just don't like seeing progress under this government. Oh an by the way, this is privately owned is it not?

You just confirmed my position!

You settin yourself up here banna.

cain
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Gilbakka posted:

Baboolall has admirers and critics. Here is one critic:

http://markjacobs.co/2015/12/1...st-in-aruwai-resort/

Mark Jacobs is making insinuations, given the amount of money involved in this project. He is suggesting foul play, without any evidence. This is not really a criticism.

The owner should be praised, as Harmon recognised. 

V
Cobra posted:

The vision of the PPP is still alive. I hope it stays profitable and don't run into bankruptcy under the thieving regime. 

PPP's vision for Guyana cannot be matched by the AFC/PNC clowns.

FM

Minister of State Joseph Harmon [fourth from right) and owner of the Resort, Chunilall Baboolall unveiling the plaque to officially commission the recreational facility while the other Ministers of Government, officials and family members look on. (Ministry of the Presidency photo)

Minister of State Joseph Harmon (fourth from right) and owner of the Resort, Chunilall Baboolall unveiling the plaque to officially commission the recreational facility while the other Ministers of Government, officials and family members look on. (Ministry of the Presidency photo)

Django
baseman posted:
cain posted:
baseman posted:

These clowns today will never have the "multiplier" effect, they are better at the "divider" effect.  PNC running on empty and little leftovers from the PPP days!

What does this have to do with the article? You rass just don't like seeing progress under this government. Oh an by the way, this is privately owned is it not?

You just confirmed my position!

Look like the afc/apnu want to take credit for a project started 4 years ago under the PPP. 

FM
Drugb posted:

Looks good, I wouldn't mind spending a week there if there are enough activities to keep me occupied. A few kayaks tours, hiking nearby, river tours,  jetskis etc. I wish them luck. 

Last year near that island (in the proximity of Banganara) we laid under the White River falls for a couple of hours. The Mazaruni penal settlement looks well built and is like a tourist attraction like Alcatraz in the San Francisco Bay. That part of the Essequibo is wide open and spacious. Not far from there Eddie Grant has his island house that's quite good looking. Lots of opportunities for hiking and other exploratory activities exist. With an airstrip there you can imagine what can take place there.

Kari
Cobra posted:

The vision of the PPP is still alive. I hope it stays profitable and don't run into bankruptcy under the thieving regime. 

Why?  The PPP wasted money on the Marriott, when it was ventures like these they should have been encouraging.

FM
Drugb posted:
baseman posted:
cain posted:
baseman posted:

These clowns today will never have the "multiplier" effect, they are better at the "divider" effect.  PNC running on empty and little leftovers from the PPP days!

What does this have to do with the article? You rass just don't like seeing progress under this government. Oh an by the way, this is privately owned is it not?

You just confirmed my position!

Look like the afc/apnu want to take credit for a project started 4 years ago under the PPP. 

Guysuco began to crumble under the PPP, as did rice and gold.  Stupid Irfaan revealed that the economy began to slow in the first 6 months, even though the PPP was in charge for 5 of those months.

 

Yet you blame APNU/AFC.  Well give them credit for this, as he needn't have opened it.

FM
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Proprietor Chunilall Baboolall, one of Bartica’s career miners, told the hyped audience that the idea for the resort stemmed from discussions he had had with Former Prime Minister Samuel Hinds, who encouraged miners to diversify their businesses from mining to other sectors. “This is one of the sectors,” he happily reported.      THIS WAS ENCOURAGED  AND SUPPORTED BY THE PPP, NOW PNC WANTS TO TAKE CREDIT.

K
kp posted:

     THIS WAS ENCOURAGED  AND SUPPORTED BY THE PPP, NOW PNC WANTS TO TAKE CREDIT.

Can you explain exactly how the PNC wants to take credit? I have looked everywhere in this thread for such evidence but all I see are allegations. Some facts please.

Mr.T
kp posted:

Proprietor Chunilall Baboolall, one of Bartica’s career miners, told the hyped audience that the idea for the resort stemmed from discussions he had had with Former Prime Minister Samuel Hinds, who encouraged miners to diversify their businesses from mining to other sectors. “This is one of the sectors,” he happily reported.      THIS WAS ENCOURAGED  AND SUPPORTED BY THE PPP, NOW PNC WANTS TO TAKE CREDIT.

If the PNC gets blamed for Guysuco then they get credit for this resort.

You cannot have your cake and eat it too!

FM
caribny posted:
kp posted:

Proprietor Chunilall Baboolall, one of Bartica’s career miners, told the hyped audience that the idea for the resort stemmed from discussions he had had with Former Prime Minister Samuel Hinds, who encouraged miners to diversify their businesses from mining to other sectors. “This is one of the sectors,” he happily reported.      THIS WAS ENCOURAGED  AND SUPPORTED BY THE PPP, NOW PNC WANTS TO TAKE CREDIT.

If the PNC gets blamed for Guysuco then they get credit for this resort.

You cannot have your cake and eat it too!

KaaPar is not the sharpest knife in the drawer.

Mitwah

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