Robert Sands

Robert Sands

politician Bahamas

Robert Sands is a former president of the Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) who has been involved in addressing tourism-related safety concerns in The Bahamas. He has been in the news for advocating the establishment of a task force to examine the issues surrounding watersports and beach activities, particularly in light of recent shark attacks that have raised alarms among tourists and locals alike.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
2,740
Power
91$
Sentiment
6.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Bahamas 2 6.50 0.70% +0% 393,248 2,740 $13,000 91$
Totals 2 393,248 2,740 $13,000 91$
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Recent Mentions

Bahamas Bahamas: Robert Sands has been a vocal advocate for centralising and regularising the jet ski industry. 7

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: US Embassy - jet ski crackdown needed for visitor safety

Bahamas Bahamas: Robert Sands, the immediate past president of the Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Association, emphasizes the need for better marketing of existing attractions in the Bahamas. 7

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: ‘Local sites need better marketing’

Bahamas Bahamas: Baha Mar Foundation chairman Robert Sands said the donation reflects the resort’s commitment to the community. 9

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Baha Mar donates $7.5k to Humane Society after recent break-in

Bahamas Bahamas: Robert 'Sandy' Sands, chairman of the Baha Mar Foundation, expressed pride in supporting the team. 9

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Baha Mar Buoys & Gulls Dragon Boat Team heading to Montreal for Pan American Championships

Bahamas Bahamas: Robert Sands, senior vice president of Baha Mar, says the resort is maintaining strong occupancy levels despite falling short of its performance targets. 7

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Baha Mar has ‘good occupancies’ despite falling short of projections, says Sands

Bahamas Bahamas: Robert Sands, senior vice president of government and external affairs, said the foundation considered it imperative to offer immediate support in such tragic circumstances. 8

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Mother who lost child in fire given assistance at Baha Mar charity event

Bahamas Bahamas: Robert Sands, the former Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Association president, emphasized the need for less red tape. 6

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Andros resorts must be ‘brain surgeon’ to manage logistics

Bahamas Bahamas: Robert Sands, Baha Mar's senior vice-president of government and external affairs, backed the Government's stance as outlined by Mr Davis. 8

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Cruise private islands tax crackdown 'great first step'

Bahamas Bahamas: Robert Sands stated that while resort industry occupancies are down slightly, there is no material difference between 2024 and 2025 numbers. 5

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: ‘Back to drawing board’ on stopover visitor drop