Briana Bonfiglio

East Meadow

Associate Editor at Travel Market Report

Associate Editor @travelmktreport / Formerly @longislandpress, LI Herald / SUNY @newpaltz alumna. Send travel news to: [email protected]

Articles

The 5 Best Things to Do at Epic Universe if You Don’t Ride Rollercoasters

1 week ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

The main attraction of any theme park is its roller coasters, and Universal Epic Universe’s are groundbreakingly exciting, immersive, and even poignant – or so I’ve heard. Just before the May 22 grand opening of the highly anticipated new theme park, media and special guests previewed its five worlds on May 20 and 21.
New Opening: Kimpton Atlântico Algarve in Portugal

1 week ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

The first Kimpton-branded hotel in Portugal has arrived with the opening of Kimpton Atlântico Algarve. The property offers everything guests know and love from the IHG Hotels & Resorts luxury brand, while staying true to its Mediterranean surroundings. Kimpton Atlântico Algarve is located on the golden sands of São Rafael Beach in southern Portugal, nearby the vibrant town of Albufeira. It notably offers 149 rooms and suites, an array of wellness amenities, and several dining options.
Marriott Invests in Safari Camps Along the Great Migration Route

1 week ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

As upscale and luxury hotels push more into the adventure travel space, Marriott International is investing heavily in new safari camp developments in Africa. Most recently, the company announced it will debut its Autograph Collection brand in Serengeti, Tanzania. Mapito Safari Camp, Serengeti, Autograph Collection is slated to open in Q3 of 2025.
Anguilla Tourist Board Names New Director of Tourism

1 week ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

The Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB) has appointed Jameel Rochester, a native Anguillan, as its new director of tourism. In addition, Cardigan Connor, the country’s Minister of Health, Sport, and Tourism, has named Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch as chairperson and Chantelle Richardson as deputy director of tourism. Rochester has held several leadership positions in the financial and hospitality sector, most recently as the assistant rooms division manager at Wymara Resort and Villas in Turks and Caicos.
Marriott to Debut St. Regis Brand in Costa Rica

2 weeks ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

The St. Regis Hotels and Resorts brand will soon make its debut in Costa Rica, after Marriott International announced a signing deal with developers at Solana PA, S.R.L. Construction on St. Regis Papagayo will begin in July, and the luxury resort is expected to open in early 2027. Located on the Gulf of Papagayo in the Guanacaste region, the beachfront property will be just 25 minutes from Liberia International Airport.
Epic Universe Celebrates Grand Opening at Universal Orlando

2 weeks ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

ORLANDO – Beneath a dazzling display of fireworks, Universal Orlando celebrated the grand opening of its brand-new theme park, Epic Universe, on Wednesday evening, May 21. Hundreds of media and special guests walked down the blue carpet, under the towering entrance portal, and into Celestial Park to enjoy Epic’s food and attractions.
New Opening: Rosewood Mandarina

3 weeks ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

Rosewood Mandarina has just opened in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico, marking Rosewood’s fourth property in the country. The luxury, all-suite resort has been nearly a decade in the making. It centers on flatlands, but its 134 accommodations are spread from the beach, through the flatlands, and up to the mountaintops. Each room has its own private plunge pool and an expansive terrace.
Waldorf Astoria Property Coming to Turks and Caicos

3 weeks ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

Hilton has signed on a new Waldorf Astoria property in Turks and Caicos as the luxury brand continues to expand in the Caribbean. Waldorf Astoria Turks and Caicos Dellis Cay will feature 62 guest rooms and suites, as well as some branded residences. Expected to open in 2028, the hotel is part of Hilton’s plan to nearly double the company’s footprint in the region, adding 35 hotels it its existing 45.
10 Best Boutique Hotels for Book Lovers

3 weeks ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

Book lovers know how important a cozy reading corner can be – even, or especially, on their travels – and there are many hotels out there just for them. As cultural experiences top travelers’ priority list more than ever, offering a great book collection also sets some hotels apart from others. The trend of hotels leaning into literary activities and themed packages has taken off recently, especially at properties with literary history.
New Aman Resort is Coming to the Bahamas

3 weeks ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

Aman Group’s third Caribbean resort, Amancaya, is under construction in Exuma, The Bahamas, a project in partnership with Swiss investor, philanthropist, and sportswoman Dona Bertarelli. This will be the ultra-luxury hotel brand’s first Bahamas resort. It will feature 36 pavilion accommodations and some branded, serviced residences across two secluded, private cays known for white-sand beaches and diving.