Daily Bulletin: Tighter security, no laptop ban | Millennial family travel thrives

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DAILY BULLETIN June 29, 2017 TOP STORIES The laptop ban is history, if airlines comply with security directive The Department of Homeland Security isn't saying much about the stricter rules. But it will require all airlines that fly to the U.S. to implement enhanced screening of passengers and laptops, as well as more thorough screening of airport public areas. READ MORE Millennial family travel a gold mine Don't just pursue millennials, advises research firm MMGY Global. Go after millennials with kids because they're taking a lot more leisure trips than singles and couples. READ MORE Southwest axing 'unsustainable' Cuba routes The airline will continue flying to Havana but will cease operating its Varadero and Santa Clara service on Sept. 4. READ MORE Disney debunks story about Hall of Presidents drama over Trump Donald Trump's likeness at the Magic Kingdom attraction will have spoken lines, contrary to a report by Vice Media's Motherboard, which has retracted its story. READ MORE Advertisement INSIGHT BY JAMIE BIESIADA No surprise: More experience means more money Stephanie Lee of Host Agency Reviews said agents need to always remember that it takes time and long-term planning to make a decent income selling travel. READ MORE Advertisement LEGAL BRIEFS No requirement to release a client's data without a subpoena Q: Who owns a client's so-called travel records? Do we have to tell the client before we comply with a request for their records? READ MORE Advertisement BEYOND THE BEACH: SELLING MORE THAN JUST SUN AND SAND The ongoing popularity of beach escapes, paired with the rise in demand for active or experience-based trips, means dramatic changes when it comes to how agents serve their beach-bound clients. Discover how evolving traveler expectations and in-destination offerings affect selling to this new breed of beach vacationers… Sponsored by The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel. Read More MORE NEWS Celebrity Edge to feature three-deck, glass-enclosed lounge The space, to be called Eden, will span decks 4, 5, and 6. The decks will be connected inside the space by a serpentine observation ramp nearly 300 feet long. READ MORE House committee OKs bill with ATC privatization The privatization of air traffic control is the thrust of the bill, plus there is an amendment that calls for minimum size standards for airline seats. READ MORE Three more Princess ships getting Ocean Medallion capability The Bluetooth-enabled Medallion, which can be worn as a wristband or pendant, will enable guests to enter their stateroom and pay for onboard purchases -- plus a lot more. READ MORE AmEx grows meetings division with Banks Sadler acquisition The purchase of the London-based event-management agency is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2017. READ MORE MORE FROM TRAVEL WEEKLY Follow Travel Weekly on Pinterest On Pinterest? Follow Travel Weekly to see our latest pins in destination- and topic-specific boards. We'll be showcasing the most-recent feature stories and on-site reports, as well as slideshows and videos from our reporters. DAILY BULLETIN Editor: Kimberly Scholz Email the editor Follow us on: Subscribe to Travel Weekly For promotional opportunities in this newsletter, contact sales@travelweekly.com 100 Lighting Way, 2nd Floor, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094   201-902-2000 Privacy Policy You can unsubscribe if you wish to stop receiving TW Daily Bulletin newsletter.