Briana Bonfiglio

3 weeks ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

JetBlue has relaunched its JetBlue Travel Products brand as Paisly, combining the forces of the two previously separate entities to form one full-service travel company. Paisly was formerly an internal travel platform underneath the JetBlue Travel Products umbrella. Now, Paisly emerges as a tech-enabled, managed travel services arm, serving not only JetBlue customers, but other airlines as well, starting with United Airlines.

3 weeks ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

With the grand opening of Universal Epic Universe last month also came a shiny new hotel designed and located especially for guests who plan to spend a lot of time at the brand-new Orlando theme park. Universal Helios Grand Hotel, co-owned by Loews Hotels, officially opened on May 22 after a soft launch on Apirl 16. Guests who stay at the hotel get a separate, dedicated entrance to Epic Universe and early park admission.

3 weeks ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

Hyatt has just opened its fifth Inclusive Collection property in Bulgaria: AluaSoul Sunny Beach. The new hotel continues the company’s expansion of all-inclusive properties in Europe and in the country, joining Secrets and Dreams Sunny Beach and Alua and AluaSun Helios Bay. AluaSoul Sunny Beach is an adult-only all-inclusive that “has something for everyone, whether looking to relax and unwind, or make the most of the local nightlife,” said general manager Daniel Bielsa Gibaja.

3 weeks ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

Four Seasons is coming to Charleston, now that Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has announced plans for a brand-new hotel and residences in the coastal South Carolina city. The luxury brand signed on with development company Strategic Property Partners to build the eight-story property in Charleston’s historic district, where the hotel is slated to open in 2028.

3 weeks ago | travelmarketreport.com | Briana Bonfiglio

Saint Kitts and Nevis has just launched a new digital entry system that is modernizing the way visitors enter the Caribbean country. Travelers must now submit an electronic travel authorization (eTA) prior to arrival in the sister islands, which form one nation.  The eTA launched on May 26 and “marks a significant milestone in St. Kitts and Nevis’ commitment to digital transformation, strengthening national security, and enhancing the tourism experience,” the government said in news release.