Luxury boating professionals in the Bahamas are expressing concerns over fees deemed excessive, which discourage large yachts from visiting the country. Despite a growing demand for Christmas and New Year vacations, large boats, which represent a significant share of tourist spending, remain absent. Officials are calling for a review of rates to attract these visitors, essential to the local economy.
Pressure on the luxury boating sector due to excessive fees
This article was updated at 19:55.