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Parent Company (Details Textuals) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2016
Dec. 31, 2015
Dec. 31, 2014
Parent Company Details (Textuals) [Abstract]
Gain on business travel joint venture transaction
$ 0
$ 0
$ 630
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