Vanuatu Tourism Data: The Pacific Tourism Organisation and Vanuatu Tourism Office have released Vanuatu’s 2025 International Visitor Survey results, showing a strong destination pull driven by authentic culture, natural beauty, adventure and Ni-Vanuatu hospitality, with 54% of respondents first-time visitors and holiday travel the top purpose. Climate & Travel Readiness: Vanuatu has declared an El Niño watch, warning of warmer ocean conditions, uneven and reduced rainfall, and potential water and agriculture impacts, with government planning for emergency funding and water support for vulnerable islands. Regional Tourism Networking: Fiji hosted the South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE 2026) in Nadi, bringing Pacific tourism businesses and partners together with Fiji Airways backing, highlighting the region’s ongoing push to connect buyers and sellers. Cruise Demand for the South Pacific: Norwegian Cruise Line extended its 2026–27 South Pacific season with more close-to-home itineraries, pointing to strong Australian interest in multi-island cruising. Health Sector Focus: A Vanuatu health update discusses efforts to strengthen cancer screening and care at Vanuatu National Hospital, with the key constraint being trained staff shortages. Tourism-Adjacent Safety Note: Reports also flag ongoing security pressures in the wider region’s shipping routes, including incidents involving Vanuatu-flagged vessels.