Hospitality & Jobs: Marriott has named Joshua Hargrove general manager for two Waikīkī resorts—Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, and Sheraton Princess Kaiulani—overseeing nearly 900 employees, after his leadership at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa during the 2023 Maui wildfires. Travel Demand & Pricing: A new Squaremouth ranking flags Greenland as the priciest destination in 2026, reflecting how remote trips and premium logistics are driving higher budgets—an angle that matters for regional tourism planning. Connectivity Costs for Pacific Workers: SpaceX is tightening Starlink international roaming from Aug. 17, limiting access on cheaper plans and capping international use on the top tier—raising costs and uncertainty for sailors and remote workers in the South Pacific, including French Polynesia. Ocean Economy & Policy: Bloomberg Philanthropies is pledging $260m to help small island nations implement the UN High Seas Treaty, targeting enforcement and management capacity that can affect future ocean governance and livelihoods. Environment & Tourism Risk: A Fondation de la Mer warning marks World Shark Day: over a third of shark species face extinction, driven by overfishing, fin trade and climate change—bad news for marine ecosystems that underpin tourism. Cruise Offers for Tahiti: Windstar’s “More Reasons to Say Yes” promotion highlights 2027 itineraries including French Polynesia and the Marquesas, with added upgrades and deposit savings.