AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSurf & Stardom: Kelly Slater, 54, nearly topped the scoreboard at the Tahiti Pro in Teahupo’o, admitting he “almost started crying” after beating Gabriel Medina in a major comeback since stepping away from full-time competition in 2024. Travel & Culture: National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions unveiled its 2028–29 deployment, with French Polynesia returning via new seven- and 14-day routes that include rare Makatea access and wayfinding guided by Pwo navigator Tua Pittman. Cruise Watch: Aranui opened 2028 bookings (46 departures across two ships), adding the new Aranoa for expanded access to remote islands, plus early-bird savings and four itinerary options. Island Life & Tourism Limits: A French Polynesia privacy-focused travel piece highlights the push to cap visitor numbers at about 280,000 a year—aiming for “one visitor per local” and fewer crowds. Arts & Photo: Photographer Helene Havard, based in French Polynesia, shares her “End of the Road” series on American roadside businesses, turning familiar landscapes into dreamy, unsettling scenes. Lifestyle Outdoors: Clare Balding says walking is her mental reset, praising hikes for grounding her and connecting people.
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