Harris Whitbeck
GuatemalapoliticianMale7.5Global Dominance: 0.00%Harris Whitbeck is a notable figure in the tourism sector of Guatemala, currently serving as the director of the Guatemalan Institute of Tourism (Inguat). He has been actively involved in the recovery efforts for El Paredón following a recent devastating fire that affected various local businesses and hotels. Under his leadership, Inguat is collaborating with local entrepreneurs to develop a comprehensive recovery plan aimed at revitalizing the area and promoting it as a thriving tourist destination once again.
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Harris Whitbeck confirmed that the institution maintains advanced negotiations with two European airlines to expand connectivity with that continent.
¿Cuándo comenzará el vuelo directo a Guadalajara y cómo busca Guatemala ampliar sus conexiones con Europa?Guatemala· 2026-08-12Harris Whitbeck decided to renew the Ballet Folklórico del Inguat and honor Julia Vela by naming the dance hall after her.
Julia Vela, agasajada por Instituto de TurismoGuatemala· 2026-08-08
Harris Whitbeck explained the participation of various actors in the proposals for reforms to the Organic Law of the Guatemalan Tourism Institute.
incentivos, infraestructura y nueva dirección, explica Harris WithbeckGuatemala· 2026-08-01
Harris Whitbeck indicated that the initiative is the result of several months of work with private sector representatives.
proponen incentivos fiscales para inversión en hoteles y un fondo de Q300 millones para desarrollo del turismoGuatemala· 2026-07-31
Harris Whitbeck, the director of the Guatemalan Institute of Tourism, is at the Filgua inauguration.
Comienza la edición 23 de la FilguaGuatemala· 2026-07-07
Harris Whitbeck, the director general of INGUAT, mentioned that the new operation opens opportunities to attract more Colombian visitors to the country.
Guatemala y Medellín quedan conectadas por primera vez sin escalasGuatemala· 2026-06-25
Harris Whitbeck urged tourists to avoid risky behaviors for social media photos.
Guatemala se posiciona como un destino para compartirse en redes socialesGuatemala· 2026-05-31
Harris Whitbeck is the General Director of the Guatemalan Institute of Tourism.
La región busca impulsar el turismo: “La IA nunca va a sustituir la experiencia del viajero” | América Futura
Spain· 2026-01-30
Harris Whitbeck commented that each year they seek to elevate the level of the message that Guatemala projects at Fitur.
Guatemala gana premios en Fitur 2026 por mejor estand de país y estrategia climáticaGuatemala· 2026-01-24
Harris Whitbeck, the director of the Guatemalan Institute of Tourism, indicated efforts to approach new airlines and those already operating in the country.
Guatemala despierta interés de aerolíneas internacionales y 14 exploran abrir o ampliar operacionesGuatemala· 2025-12-08Harris Whitbeck is the director of the Instituto Guatemalteco de Turismo (Inguat) and informed about the new tourism master plan.
Guatemala busca duplicar el turismo internacional en 10 años y establece estrategias en medio de retosGuatemala· 2025-12-06
Harris Whitbeck is the director of the Guatemalan Institute of Tourism.
Chefs latinoamericanos desfilan por la alfombra roja de los Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 en la Antigua GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-12-04
Harris Whitbeck is the director of the Guatemalan Institute of Tourism (Inguat) and is focused on increasing foreign tourism and hotel investment.
Inguat proyecta crecimiento del 10% en turismo extranjero del 2025 y apunta a inversión hotelera para el próximo añoGuatemala· 2025-11-25
Harris Whitbeck, the director of the Guatemalan Institute of Tourism, provided details about the tourism sector in the country.
Crece en Guatemala la visita de turistas no residentes, y este ha sido el beneficio económico, destaca el InguatGuatemala· 2025-11-18Harris Whitbeck personally delivered new costumes to the Rabinal Achí dance group.
La danza del Rabinal Achí regresará en 2026Guatemala· 2025-11-15
Harris Whitbeck, director general del Inguat, lleva al público por un recorrido a los escenarios más importantes de Guatemala.
cultura maya, volcanes y paisajes que conquistan al mundoGuatemala· 2025-10-15
Harris Whitbeck and his team are successfully promoting the country abroad.
¿Cómo impactan las malas carreteras en el turismo?Guatemala· 2025-08-19Harris Whitbeck is the director of the Guatemalan Tourism Institute (Inguat).
¿Destino Tecpán? Mejores caminos e inversión podrían atraer a turistas internacionalesGuatemala· 2025-07-31
Whitbeck expressed excitement and enthusiasm for Ricardo Arjona's decision to return to Guatemala for his residency.
Reacción del INGUAT al anuncio de Ricardo Arjona sobre su residencia y gira en GuatemalaGuatemala· 2025-07-07
Harris Whitbeck is the director of Inguat, and his return is awaited for the official launch of the initiative in Guatemala.
Centroamérica Shuttle enlaza Antigua Guatemala con SurfCity para impulsar el turismo regionalGuatemala· 2025-06-07
Harris Whitbeck is the director of Inguat who highlighted the importance of tourism as a driver of economic and social development.
Semana Santa 2025 impulsa visitas y deja más de Q2 mil millones a la economía con 12 destinos que figuraronGuatemala· 2025-04-23
Harris Whitbeck announced a sustainable reconstruction plan in El Paredón as the director of the Guatemalan Tourism Institute.
Inguat anuncia un plan de ordenamiento territorial en El ParedónGuatemala· 2025-03-24Harris Whitbeck is the director of Inguat who is involved in the recovery efforts for the affected area.
el destino está funcionando parcialmente, comerciantes y hoteleros se alistan para Semana SantaGuatemala· 2025-03-16