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DAILY BULLETIN
June 15, 2017
Tillerson hints there will be some rollback of Obama's Cuba policy

The secretary of state described increased business ties between the U.S. and Cuba as the sunny side of the relationship. He also described a dark side, Cuba's human rights record.

Local sensitivities: Embracing sustainable tourism

As consumers become increasingly attracted to sustainable tourism, entrepreneurs are creating products that focus on native cultures, customs, products and people.

Airline complaints pile up in April

The number of complaints about flights (cancellations, delays, misconnections) more than doubled from the previous April.

Hyatt threatens to terminate Expedia agreement

The dispute is the latest salvo in hotel companies' efforts to reduce distribution costs and stem the tide of rising OTA sales.

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HTA continues millennial, technology push

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LEGAL BRIEFS
Carriers have yet to win over agencies in battles with GDSs

Q: Do you think GDS surcharges are going to be adopted by the major U.S. carriers?

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Bar Harbor getting new cruise pier

Voters approved a plan to redevelop a disused ferry terminal somewhat removed from downtown. Proponents say it will ease congestion and allow for growth of the cruise industry.

Terminal A redevelopment
begins at Newark Airport

The work will be done in phases and is slated to be complete in 2022. The terminal will remain open throughout the project.

JetBlue Vacations unveils AI-powered itinerary builder
JetBlue partnered with Utrip to secure the necessary technology.
American Cruise Line
ship going to Alaska

The 175-passenger American Constellation, currently sailing on the U.S. East Coast, will shift to Southeast Alaska, Alaska's Inside Passage and the Puget Sound in 2018.

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