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DAILY BULLETIN July 26, 2017 TOP STORIES Barcelona: Taming tourism Residents blame the millions of annual visitors for rising prices and rents and for disrupting everyday life. The mayor has made it her mission to ensure that the city doesn't become the next Venice. READ MORE IHG goes to 24-hour cancellation policy The move comes about a month after Marriott International tightened its cancellation policy, requiring guests at most hotels to give 48 hours' notice to cancel without penalty. READ MORE Zika cases decline in Puerto Rico, and so do clients' concerns The island has recovered and has enjoyed record numbers of cruise passengers in recent months, said Jose Izquierdo, executive director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Co. READ MORE Advertisement INSIGHT BY JAMIE BIESIADA How to find and succeed in a travel niche Agents, pick a specialty. It's common, but sound, advice when it comes to a business strategy. READ MORE Advertisement IN THE HOT SEAT Puerto Rico tourism's Jose Izquierdo The executive director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Co. discussed a promising boost to tourism in Zika's wake. READ MORE Advertisement MAKING THE CONNECTION: MAXIMIZE TECH TOOLS FOR LEAD GENERATION Mastering the ins and outs of online lead-generation tools and strategic social media platforms are key to attracting the best leads—and turning those leads into sales. Discover how to maximize tech tools with appealing profiles, tactical specialization, effective lead responses, engaging social media posts and more. Sponsored by Travel Leaders Network. Read More MORE NEWS Harry Potter roller coaster coming to Universal Orlando The ride, scheduled to open in 2019, will be built in the Hogsmeade section of Wizarding World in Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure. READ MORE Victory Cruise Lines acquires second ship The vessel, to be called Victory II, will sail Canada/New England cruises. READ MORE Cruise Planners wins Carnival's Founder's Award The award honors a travel partner who "consistently demonstrates tremendous partnership, loyalty and support for the Carnival brand and upholds Ted Arison's vision that everyone deserves a great cruise vacation." READ MORE MORE FROM TRAVEL WEEKLY 'Like' Travel Weekly. Follow @TWtravelnews. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. "Like" Travel Weekly on Facebook and have links to news reports, industry opinions and destination trends delivered to your news feed. For breaking news, follow @TWtravelnews on Twitter. 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.