
"U.S. State Department Issues Travel Advisories for Caribbean Destinations Amid Safety Concerns"
The U.S. State Department has issued a travel advisory for the Bahamas due to a high crime rate, with 18 murders reported in January alone. Despite this, travel agencies are seeing increased bookings for various Caribbean destinations, with travelers planning ahead and taking advantage of better availability and prices. Travel advisors are recommending increased caution and awareness of surroundings, while also offering bundled insurance to provide resources for changing plans.
