Hotels
J-pop legends Arashi’s final tour is generating intense demand for hotels and transport near venues across Japan. Businesses are making unusual adjustments to accommodate the band’s overwhelming popularity and fans’ impact.
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Disney has confirmed an extended timeline for refurbishment at its Contemporary Resort, pushing the work through 2027. The project, started in 2024, now includes phases affecting the main tower, bridges, and pool areas in 2026.
In Havana hotels like the Sevilla, prices in Cuban pesos and dollars reflect inconsistent exchange rates ranging from 75 to 286 per dollar, ignoring the official rate of 120. This practice creates confusion in restaurants where only card payments are accepted. Meanwhile, tourism on the island has plummeted, with just 1.4 million visitors through October.
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The InterContinental Sapporo, Hokkaido's first luxury international hotel, opened on October 1 in the capital. Operated by UK-based IHG Hotels & Resorts, it signals a push to expand MICE tourism in the Nakajima Park area. A new convention center is planned nearby for completion in 2033.