Luxury Hospitality & Tourism: Regent Bora Bora is set to replace the former InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa, converting all 84 villas to an overwater layout on a private motu, with a late-2027 reopening after a June 2026 renovation shutdown. Cruise & Destination Marketing: Travel journalist Peter Greenberg’s TV special “Hidden Tahiti” spotlights French Polynesia through local culture and sustainability themes, featuring the Paul Gauguin ship and on-water experiences. Connectivity & Business Resilience: Ingram Micro signed a distribution deal with AirBridge Networks to bring ARNI secure connectivity (including satellite links) to partners across New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, French Polynesia and the wider Pacific, targeting continuity and cybersecurity for remote operations. Security & Trade Risks: Australia’s A$600m plan to fight cocaine trafficking in the “Pacific drugs highway” cites major seizures in French Polynesia and Fiji and highlights the growing use of semi-submersibles by transnational cartels. Regional Weather Preparedness: Pacific Meteorological Council updates show progress on early warning systems and forecasting capacity, including Tonga’s new multi-hazard centre, Kiribati’s station upgrades, and Tuvalu’s AI-assisted monitoring. Travel Demand Incentives: Lindblad Expeditions is running an air-credit promotion (up to $2,000) on select 2027 itineraries that include French Polynesia, with flights booked through its Air Department.