As a white sp that toured in Kingston and other cities, I feel like times have just changed. The pandemic hit and the economy got wonky shortly after. Recently it got better, but it's not worth the risk to tour anymore if you are well established home because you never know how it will be. Sometimes it's good, sometimes it's really bad. Why bother?
It's not only Kingston. It's everywhere.
I will agree with Kitty that requiring a deposit is more difficult in small town. I however had more successful trips when I was charging more than I am now. Do as you wish with this info.
