Guyana
关于Guyana
| 货币 | Guyanese dollar (GYD) |
| 语言 | English; Eleven recognized regional languages also spoken |
| 资本 | Georgetown |
The Cooperative Republic of Guyana is located on the northern coast of South America and shares borders with Venezuela and Suriname. The country was a Dutch colony in the 17th century, and became a British possession known as British Guiana in 1815. The country gained independence from Great Britain in 1966. The population is about 735,000 people. The government is a republic with a president as chief of state and a prime minister as head of government. Guyana is a member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) but is not an island.
Guyana’s economy has suffered from economic mismanagement, political instability, ethnic rivalry between two main groups, and falling prices of their main exports. As a result, many Guyanans emigrate to make a living elsewhere. Guyana also has long-term border disputes with both Suriname and Venezuela.
Most of the population lives along the coast and the interior of the country is not developed. Tourist infrastructure is not well developed. However, travellers interested in eco-tourism can enjoy the tropical rainforests.
推荐接种Guyana的疫苗
对于大多数旅行者来说
乙肝疫苗
There is a moderate risk of infection with hepatitis B for this country, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.
甲型肝炎疫苗
There is a risk of exposure to hepatitis A for this country, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.
对于一些旅行者
狂犬病疫苗
Vaccination against rabies is recommended for travellers involved in outdoor activities (e.g., campers, hikers, bikers, adventure travellers, and cavers) who may have direct contact with rabid dogs, bats, and other mammals. Those with occupational risks (such as veterinarians, wildlife professionals, researchers) and long-term travellers and expatriates are at higher risk and should be vaccinated.
卡介苗芽孢杆菌（BCG）疫苗
BCG vaccine is recommended for those at increased risk from coming in close contact with infected persons or for unvaccinated, children under 16 years of age, who are going to live in the country for more than 3 months.
麻疹，腮腺炎，风疹（MMR）疫苗
A dose of Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended for infants aged 6 to 11 months.
黄热病疫苗
This country requires a yellow fever vaccination certificate for travellers 1 year of age or older if arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission or having transited for more than 4 hours through an airport located in a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission. The yellow fever vaccination is recommended for all travellers 9 months of age or older.
伤寒疫苗
There is a risk of exposure to typhoid fever in this country through consumption of unsafe food and water. Since exposure to unsafe sources is variable within this country, the vaccination against typhoid fever is generally recommended, especially when visiting smaller cities or rural areas, where food and water sources may be contaminated.
推荐药物治疗Guyana。
对于一些旅行者
抗疟药
The recommended anti-malarial medication for all areas, except the cities of Amsterdam and Georgetown, is mefloquine, doxycycline or atovaquone/proguanil. Drug resistance to chloroquine is present.
需要注意的疾病为Guyana。
对于大多数旅行者来说
Hepatitis B
There is a moderate risk for acquiring hepatitis B in Guyana.
Hepatitis A
There is a risk for hepatitis A virus exposure in Guyana through contaminated food or water.
Dengue Fever
Outbreaks of dengue fever may occur in Guyana.
Chikungunya Fever
Chikungunya fever has occurred in this country.
对于一些旅行者
West Nile Fever
There is a risk of acquiring West Nile virus in this country.
Hanta Virus
There is a risk of acquiring Hantavirus in this country through the consumption of food and water contaminated by an infected rodent or through rodent bites.
Measles
There is a risk of acquiring Measles in this country.
Leishmaniasis
There is a risk of acquiring Leishmaniasis in this country through sand fly bites.
Malaria
There is a risk of malaria in all areas of Guyana. There is a very low risk of malaria in the cities of Georgetown, Amsterdam, and the coastal region
Yellow Fever
There is a risk of yellow fever transmission in Guyana. This country requires a yellow fever vaccination certificate for travellers 1 year of age or older if arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission or having transited for more than 4 hours through an airport located in a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission. The yellow fever vaccination is recommended for all travellers 9 months of age or older.
Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis occurs in Guyana. Travellers to this country are at risk for tuberculosis if visiting sick friends or family, working in the healthcare field, or having close prolonged contact with a sick person.
Typhoid Fever
Unvaccinated people can become infected through contaminated food and water in Guyana, especially when visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where food and water sources may be contaminated.
Chagas Disease
There is a very low risk for American trypanosomiasis (“Chagas disease”) unless staying in very poor quality housing or camping.
Rabies
Rabies occurs in Guyana. Travellers involved in outdoor activities (e.g., campers, hikers, bikers, adventure travellers, and cavers) may have direct contact with rabid dogs, bats, and other mammals. Those with occupational risks (such as veterinarians, wildlife professionals, researchers) and long-term travellers and expatriates are at higher risk.
Zika Fever
Zika fever can occur in this country.
安全保卫工作在Guyana
个人安全
Most travellers to Guyana do not have problems, however, crime levels are high. Petty theft, such as pickpocketing and bag snatching, does occur. Serious and violent crime, such as armed robbery, muggings, carjackings, do occur and police sometimes respond with firearms. There is potential to get caught in a criminal incident, such as an indiscriminate shooting. Be aware of your surroundings and personal security at all times. Do not travel or walk alone, particularly at night after dark.
There is a large disparity between wealthy and poor. To avoid becoming a target, use sensitivity and keep valuables or signs of wealth out of sight. Safeguard your important documents, such as your passport. Be vigilant when using an ATM or leaving a bank, and also check to see if you are being followed.
Be cautious when opening your hotel room door since hotel break-ins have occurred.
Road travel may be dangerous due to poor road conditions and reckless driving. Exercise extreme caution in rural areas where roads may be unpaved and unlit at night. Avoid travelling after dark. Travel in a convoy, especially if travelling through the interior (the hinterlands). Keep vehicle doors locked and windows up. Do not leave valuables in vehicles.
Public transportation is not recommended due to poor vehicle maintenance, lack of security, overcrowding and unsafe driving practices. Taxis are the safest mode of transportation in Guyana. When using taxi services, always ask hotel staff or airport authorities for official taxi services and note the taxi license plate. The Government of Guyana licenses all yellow taxis. Robberies have occurred in other or unofficial taxis.
Exercise extreme caution when participating in outdoor adventure activities or ecotourism as safety standards may not be adequate. Also exercise caution when swimming as currents may be strong and unpredictable. Ensure travel and medical insurance if purchased before departing and that your insurance policy covers outdoor adventure activities and ecotourism.
Same-sex relations and behaviours are prohibited. LGBTI travellers will likely face severe discrimination.
政治动荡
Demonstrations and protests are rare but have occurred in Georgetown. Always avoid large public gatherings or protests since even a peaceful demonstration can turn violent.
应避免的区域
Avoid walking in Georgetown after dark. Exercise caution in the following areas at all times due to crime: Agricola,Tiger Bay, Albouystown, Stabroek Market, the National Park, Seawall, Bourda Market, Sophia, South Georgetown, Buxton, the area 2 km south of Brickdam Street, Albertown, East Ruimveldt, West Ruimveldt, Botanical Gardens, Friendship, the New Amsterdam area, Annadale, Bartica and Essequibo River tourist resorts.
