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High Chinese traffic no longer guarantees high spend, argues our acclaimed Chinese columnist Yilin Wang, who says relevant content and human connections can help turn passenger traffic into trust and purchases.
The 25-day holiday promotion brings thousands of products, exclusive brand offers and themed activations across online and Myeong-dong stores.
In its Q3 survey, the Singapore-based marketing and travel intelligence company found that one in three Chinese outbound travellers surveyed now uses AI for trip planning, with airport shopping still attracting strong interest despite ongoing purchase barriers.
Muscat Duty Free and Majid Al Futtaim are combining airport retail with leisure and entertainment rewards in a new promotion designed to add value and excitement to the arrivals journey.
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Kérastase is blending personalised hair diagnostics, styling, retailtainment and digital engagement in an immersive House of Gloss experience across two major Brazilian airports.
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The opportunities include six bars and restaurants in around 3,800sq m of space across London Gatwick’s North and South terminals and come to market amid an exciting expansion phase for the airport.
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We bring you the latest lounge and hospitality services openings from around the world in our popular Airport Hospitality World title.
Supported by brand representative GMAX Travel Retail, the premium vodka has gained strong traction in travel retail, notably in the UK.
Through the framework, Diageo Global Travel aims to work with partners across the travel ecosystem to create stronger reasons to purchase and opportunities to increase average spend.
Shiseido Travel Retail Vice President Commercial and Business Development, Travel Retail Asia Pacific Fran Law explores how authentic cultural partnerships, connected consumer journeys and differentiated airport experiences can turn star power into sustained commercial value.
Charlotte Tilbury Beauty has partnered with Dimensi Eksklusif in Kuala Lumpur and King Power in Bangkok to open its first standalone boutiques in Asia Pacific travel retail.
“Brest is very much our pilot location, with the objective of proving the model before progressively expanding into other airports,” says Traveller Socks Co-Founder & President Vincent Tamagno
Fuzhou-inspired design and locally-rooted merchandise sit at the heart of a duo of new-look stores, as our latest image choice shows.
Priority Pass said the funding will support development of its core proposition, accelerate its digital roadmap and broaden the range of travel services offered to clients and travellers.
The exclusive launch brings together Jung Kwan Jang’s red ginseng expertise and Hello Kitty’s global appeal in a travel-friendly format, adding a giftable element to the Korean wellness staple.
New accessibility services at El Calafate International Airport include dedicated sensory and nursing facilities alongside AI-assisted indoor navigation.
In a trading update for the year ended 31 August, WHSmith said group revenue is expected to climb by +5% year-on-year though profits look set to fall sharply.
The 112sq m store extends Shenzhen Duty Free’s presence at a key maritime hub, which acts as a vital connection point within the Greater Bay Area.
The acquisition of the remaining 50% of ISDIN from long-time partner Esteve gives Puig full ownership of the fast-growing dermacosmetics business while expanding the group’s skincare platform.
The Concourse A line-up brings together local businesses and recognised brands across a diverse range of dining, retail and entertainment offerings.
The beauty powerhouse is stepping up its AI strategy with Profound to strengthen how its global brand portfolio is discovered across generative AI platforms.
The agreement reflects a shared commitment by Emirates and Dubai Duty Free to enhance the passenger experience on the ground, support Dubai’s tourism and aviation sector, and grow traffic to and through Dubai across the Emirates network.
The Moodie Davitt Report President Dermot Davitt paid a recent visit to one of Europe’s most exciting travel retail destinations, Antalya International Airport, to discover a story of growth, investment, quality and high-spending travellers. We complete a three-part review of that visit in words, images and video with an interview with Fraport-TAV General Manager Dr Frank Quante.
The pop-up will leverage wine tasting, digital storytelling and personalisation to bring L’Oratoire des Papes’ history and winemaking credentials to life at Paris Charles de Gaulle.
“These changes simplify the way alcohol allowances are applied for travellers and improves consistency,” said HM Revenue & Customs.
