AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPolynesian Voyaging: The Polynesian Voyaging Society has extended the Moananuiākea Voyage by a year, citing higher risks from El Niño and climate change; Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia will adjust their Western North Pacific route, with added stops including Fiji for international ocean and climate meetings, plus further visits back through Aotearoa, the Cook Islands and French Polynesia before continuing toward Micronesia, the Philippines, Taiwan, Okinawa, mainland Japan, South Korea and Hokkaido. Tourism & Travel (French Polynesia tie-in): A new Windstar Cruises limited-time offer highlights voyages that include French Polynesia, pairing an all-inclusive upgrade worth $1,300 for two guests, a reduced $300 deposit, and extra Yacht Club savings on select 7-night routes through 2027. Local arrivals snapshot: June 2026 visitor spending in Hawaii rose slightly to $1.98 billion with 858,577 visitors (+0.2%), while average length of stay fell—useful context for the wider Pacific travel market. Arts & culture-adjacent lifestyle: A roundup of private island resorts spotlights French Polynesia’s The Brando on Tetiaroa as a benchmark for ultra-exclusive luxury. Sports spotlight: Surfer Caroline Marks announced her engagement, with fans reacting to the news and her SI Swimsuit-era photos.
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