New Resort in Japan: Pacifica Hotels and Marriott are teaming up to open Westin Hokkaido Furano Resort near the Kitanomine Gondola Station, with construction starting Aug 2026 and a summer 2029 opening planned. Tourism Demand in Malaysia: Penang saw heavy National Day and school-holiday crowds, with 29,200 riders on the Penang Hill funicular over Aug 28–31. Labor Day Weekend Events (US): Branson’s Lakes Region is gearing up with the Wings of Pride Air Show (Sept 5–7) featuring the Thunderbirds and the PBR Thunder Days (Sept 4–6) plus concerts. Travel Deals & Planning: Club Med launched a limited-time September Winter Sale with savings up to £600pp, while Loveholidays is pushing last-minute sunny packages from £129pp. Safety & Practical Travel: Kansas Highway Patrol is urging Labor Day “Drive Sober” planning, and there’s fresh travel advice warning against charging/syncing phones in rental cars. Policy Watch (Tourism Tax/Rules): Bulgaria’s tourism minister unveiled a 2027 reform package, including a Connectivity and Promotion Fund and planned short-term rental rules. Stargazing Stay (UK): Northumberland’s International Dark Sky Park highlights a remote cottage stay for serious night-sky viewing.