"What this all suggests is that the Bahamas’ market positioning, as a high-end, high-cost destination, is working against it at a time when price-conscious travellers are constantly seeking cheap deals."

Maybe it's the fear of being a victim of a robbery, rape, or homicide that has tourists looking elsewhere for a vacation destination. The crime rate in the Bahamas unfortunately isn't going to draw an abundance of tourists who are looking for a safe, relaxing vacation. The streets need to be cleaned up and much safer.