From its bountiful history and grand architecture to diverse entertainment and cultural scenes, London has a lot to offer to veteran travelers and those taking their first trip abroad. TripAdvisor gave the city its 2019 Travelers’ Choice award for the highest-rated destination worldwide, which is a testament to London’s charm and allure. Here are four...
Located around 600 miles from the coast of Ecuador in the Pacific Ocean, the Galápagos Islands comprises 19 islands and dozens of islets that were formed by a series of volcanic eruptions fairly recently, in geologic terms—most of the islands emerged from the ocean less than 1 million years ago. The islands are best known...
A credit score is essentially a number that represents how likely you are to repay a loan based on your credit history. While it may sound simple, the fact that there are several different credit scoring models can make the process of navigating personal credit quite challenging. Here, we’ll discuss the different credit scoring models,...
When we think of cruises, the word “vacation” comes to mind. However, cruises are also a great way to engage in business activities like conferences, product launches, trade shows, and business meetings. Holding these events at sea is a great way to deliver an unforgettable experience while still engaging in productive activities. Keep reading to...
Getting your first credit card is an exciting milestone, but it’s also a step that comes with a great deal of responsibility. While having a credit card can offer users many benefits, including laying a foundation for a strong and secure financial future, it’s important for first-time users to understand how to manage their card...
To mark the close of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is observed every October by countries around the world, GBTI was proud to make a donation of nearly $400,000 to the Guyana Cancer Foundation and the Periwinkle Club. This act of giving has become a regular activity for GBTI, as it’s an important way for...
Located in central Europe, Slovenia is an attractive destination for travelers from around the world. Slovenia shares a border with Croatia to the southeast, the Adriatic Sea to the southwest, Austria to the north, Italy to the west, and Hungary to the northwest. A small country that encompasses 20,273 square kilometers, Slovenia has a population...
The Guyana Amazon Warriors cricket team defeated rival team the Barbados Tridents earlier in the 2019 Caribbean Premier League (CPL) season to extend their record unbeaten streak to 11 games, but the Tridents exacted revenge on the Warriors in the championship game. Barbados scored a 171/6 to 144/9 victory over Guyana in the final game...
Did you know that Guyana is one of the largest sugar producers in the Caribbean region? Together with rice, another hugely important Guyanese crop, sugarcane has been a critical part of Guyana’s agriculture industry—and the country’s economic development overall—for many years. As the sugarcane sector has grown, it has received strong backing from financial institutions...
While many experienced bakers might own dozens of baking gadgets and accessories, it’s possible to make delicious baked goods with just a few tools and equipment. If you have at least the following 10 items in your kitchen, you should be well prepared to follow through on most recipes for baked goods. 1. Measuring Cups...
