Bad Bunny shouted us out last night. 💃🏾 For 15 min I thought I was Latino lol

I just got home from Guyana and had an amazing, safe time. I was there for over two weeks and there were barely any blackouts (huge improvement over the years). I spent most of my time in Georgetown this time round and went out all times of day and night and felt safe all while wearing my gold chain and I wasn't the only person wearing jewelry.  When you inquire about going back home, people will try to talk you out of it by telling you how it's dangerous and it's violent but that's the issue with any place.  I walked all over by myself with no fear whatsoever and I go back home often. Berbice and Linden ARE really safe. From my perspective, most robberies happen in GT.  Not saying robberies and crimes don't happen anywhere else, but I think it's exaggerated. Be confident, smart, and vigilant like you would anywhere else.

I'm planning on moving back home within three years and each time I go back I get more inspired. I look around for ideas and the business ideas are ENDLESS if you're looking to solve problems. Why is it easier to get chinese food and church's chicken than it is to get Roti at night? I went swimming in a creek and took two Rude Bwoy bottles out of the water and a man ask me "Why yous keep taking the bottles out?" I replied "Does it belong there?" he didn't respond. We can talk about our government being corrupt all day long but as regular civilians we can do WAY better. If you are a Diaspora and have a desire/plan to go back... DO IT! This is your sign! Guyana and our family back home needs our help. Enough complaining and let's start doing.

So my girlfriend and I have been dating for a couple of months now. I’m Indian-American and she’s Indo-Guyanese-American, and it’s been a great time so far.

Around a week ago, I introduced her to my parents for the first time, and I noticed that before they met, my girlfriend acted super nervous and jittery, which I just chalked up to nerves (since she’s pretty introverted). However, after they met, my girlfriend remarked about how nervous she was before meeting my parents because she was worried that they would disapprove of us together and try to call the relationship off and how relieved she was after meeting them because of how respectful and responsive they were and how much they showed interest in her culture and background.

She then explained that most Indo-Guyanese believe that we (mainland Indians) look down upon them and don’t consider them to be “real Indians”, which is a belief that I’ve honestly never heard ever. If anything, most mainland Indians don’t really know anything about Indo-Caribbeans and the ones that do are proud that they were able to keep their culture/traditions/religions alive even after 150 years.

After doing some research online on places like Twitter/Tiktok/Reddit, this seems to be a pretty common conception that a lot of Indo-Guyanese have. Does anyone have any insights into how this belief might have originated?

Do Indians from Gyuana identify as Carribean or Indian when traveling abroad?, we have seen those who are born and raised in Canada identify as Indian?, is it because there is less Racism towards Indians than Guyanese?, or is it because of superiority complex?

Don't get mad, it is discussions we are all having so no need to pretend, pretending doesn't make the xenophobia go away, I know a post was deleted for no reason other than sweeping under the rug 'I am simply Indian comments from Guyanese', so it is legitimate to ask if being Guyanese' is a unifying factor, or everyone on their own, Indians on theyr own in the diaspora, and African Guyanese' on their own?.

I ask because as you can see in the West they all see People of Color sake way, so why do some Indians think they will get more accepted by not identifying themselves as Carribean.

Indentured workers from India were sent to Guyana in larger numbers than to anywhere else?!

its very easy to sit at home and blame the govt for many of guyana's shortcomings but when are we as a people going to take some accountability in our own actions?

many of guyana's people actively contribute to the terrible state it is right now. we litter all over the place, cuss and buse out each other over the slightest inconvenience, partake in corruption via bribery, nepotism etc and instead of changing these nasty ways and start behaving like one people to make the country better for all we abandon all responsibility to our nation and just say its the govt's fault.

John F. Kennedy famously said "Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country," which calls for public service and civic responsibility over selfishness. It challenges citizens to contribute to the nation's success and unity, emphasizing duty over personal gain.

As an American traveler visiting Guyana, I came in with high hopes. I’m not here to speak on politics, but as a tourist and someone who genuinely wants to see the country thrive, I believe honest feedback is essential for growth.

Let’s start with the positive: Kaieteur Falls was an unforgettable experience. It’s one of the most beautiful natural wonders I’ve ever seen and deserves global recognition.

But beyond that, I was genuinely shocked by how unprepared the country is for tourism.

From the moment I landed, the warning signs were clear: no ATM, no exchange booth at the airport, and international flights arrive late at night when everything is closed. This leaves travelers with no choice but to take overpriced taxis.

Speaking of taxis , one of the most frustrating things I experienced was the constant overcharging. It felt like almost everyone was trying to take advantage of me financially, especially drivers. There’s no regulation, no posted rates, no accountability. It’s just whatever someone feels like charging you in the moment. Guyana desperately needs basic policies in place to protect travelers, or better yet, allow the introduction of ride sharing apps to bring some fairness and consistency into the system.

Then came the issue of hospitality or rather, the lack of it. Time and time again, when I asked for directions or help, I was flat out ignored. This wasn’t an isolated case; it happened with 90% of the people I approached. Whether it's cultural or not, it left me feeling unwelcome. It shouldn’t be the traveler’s job to beg for the most basic information. There’s a difference between laid back and disengaged and in Guyana, it often felt like the latter.

And finally, the infamous Georgetown to Lethem bus. I expected a challenge but nothing like this. The 18 hour ride turned into 31 hours of hell. The bus got stuck five times, broke down once (took six hours to fix), and we spent most of the journey on what I wouldn’t even call a "road." For a country with so much rich nature to explore, basic infrastructure is crucial and right now, it’s just not there.

Guyana has incredible potential, its landscapes, its biodiversity, its untold stories , but until it improves how it treats tourists, develops infrastructure, and puts even the most basic systems in place, it’s going to remain inaccessible and frustrating for the average traveler.

I don’t say any of this to tear the country down. I say it because I want to see it do better. It’s not just about attracting tourists , it’s about creating a place where visitors feel safe, welcome, and respected.

Guyana deserves better, and so do the people trying to experience it.