Marine Ecotourism Update: Pintuyan, Southern Leyte closed its 2026 whale shark interaction season on June 1 after drawing 9,842 local and foreign visitors, with the next season penciled in for Oct. 1; the town says tours are paused to let the gentle giants migrate and the ecosystem recover, while visitors can still enjoy snorkeling, diving, trekking and waterfall trips. Air Connectivity & Trade: Air France marked 50 years in Angola, highlighting Luanda–Paris links as a boost for tourism, business exchange and cultural ties, with the airline also noting new facilities at Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport. Tourism Regulation: Namibia’s Tourism Board warned that unregistered short-term rentals are unlawful and can trigger fines and criminal charges, including for people renting rooms or homes via online platforms. Safety & Disruption: A diver died after a suspected 4.5m shark attack off Michaelmas Island near Albany, while in Spain’s Canary Islands a weather yellow alert warned of damaging winds for parts of Gran Canaria and nearby islands. Caribbean Hotel Industry: The newly elected CHTA president, Gregor Nassief, said he was denied a US visa renewal, linking the issue to Washington’s partial travel restrictions tied to citizenship-by-investment programs. Wellness Travel: InterContinental Maldives launched an International Yoga Day wellness programme at its AVI Spa, featuring aqua yoga and floating sound therapy sessions. Visitor Numbers: The Philippines’ Bureau of Immigration reported tourist arrivals ticking up through the lean season, with South Korea leading source markets.