While Cuba went online in the 1990s, it has lagged behind much of the world in the race toward greater connectivity. For years, access remained prohibitively expensive and tightly controlled. Source: NYT > Business – Kirk Semple and Hannah Berkeley Cohen
The Airport Lounge Is Much Improved, if You Can Squeeze In
Lounges used to be a quiet place to get some work done. Now they’re offering better food and more services, and might just be victims of their own success. Source: NYT > Business – Julie Weed
Morning Coffee Results in a $1,000 Fine and Expulsion From Venice
Two German tourists set up a travel stove by the Rialto Bridge, one of the city’s main landmarks. The move fell afoul of rules to preserve “decorum” in the city center. Source: NYT > Business – Palko Karasz
Airbnb, Under Attack in New Jersey, Seeks a New Ally: Voters
Jersey City passed a law threatening one of Airbnb’s lucrative markets. Instead of going to court, the company is trying to get the law onto a ballot. Source: NYT > Business – Nick Corasaniti
As New Space Race Beckons, Astronauts Face Identity Crisis
With the private sector moving aggressively into space, NASA is no longer the only game in town for would-be space travelers. Source: NYT > Business – David W. Brown
Is Your Heartbeat Off, or Blood Sugar High? On the Road, You Can Keep Track
Travelers with heart conditions, diabetes and epilepsy can check on themselves — even report to their doctors — with new devices and apps. Source: NYT > Business – Joshua Brockman