AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoBora Bora Hospitality: Bloody Mary’s is expanding into a full stay with the September opening of Bloody Mary’s Hotel, bringing lagoon-facing rooms plus new dining and bar concepts (including an overwater French-and-island spot and Tiki Tide Bar) while keeping the legendary restaurant at the core. Sailing & Sport: Samoan Olympian Vaimo’oi’a Ripley returned to Tahiti for the 2026 Oceania Championships and won top female honours in the ILCA 6 fleet at the Yacht Club de Tahiti, a key step toward the Los Angeles 2028 Games. Film & Festivals: Doc Edge Festival 2026 (Auckland to Wellington, then Christchurch) announced award finalists, jury and international guests, with 87 films and immersive projects including world and international premieres, plus a virtual cinema run. Cruise Culture (French Polynesia): Norwegian Cruise Line revealed extra South Pacific sailings for 2026–2027, including an eight-day round-trip from Papeete on selected June and September 2027 dates with stops in Raiatea and Moorea and Rarotonga. Travel Lifestyle: A “hushpitality” trend report highlights a shift toward rest-first travel—quiet, downtime, and reduced planning—framing it as the new luxury for 2026. Local Arts Spotlight (Global): Qatar Foundation’s Lawh Wa Qalam: M. F. Husain Museum was named a TIME World’s Greatest Place 2026, underscoring how modern art institutions are drawing worldwide attention.
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