Airports

Duty Free Americas underscores specialty retail expertise with trio of ‘Firsts’ at DFW as the airport celebrates its 50th anniversary

As Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) celebrates its 50th anniversary, travel retail operator Duty Free Americas has opened three new specialty retail stores there, including the first ever travel retail store for Toys“R”Us (as reported). The retailer has also opened its first sunglasses store in the USA, SHADE, as well as the inaugural LEGO […]

Edrington celebrates heritage of ultra-premium Brugal rum with holiday pop-up at MIA  

Edrington Travel Retail Americas has created an immersive pop-up experience for Brugal rum that celebrates the heritage and quality of the renowned rum from the Dominican Republic. The activation is housed in Terminal D at Miami International Airport and it will run through the holiday season.  The month-long pop-up invites visitors to embark on a […]

Lancôme unveils immersive beauty experience for Rose Agora at JFK Terminal 1

L’Oréal invites travelers to step into the world of Lancôme’s Rose Agora at JFK-T1, where it says that “beauty meets innovation.” Inspired by the iconic Lancôme Rose, L’Oréal Travel Retail Americas and International Shoppes have unveiled a “breathtaking” refreshed in-store design with rose gold and gold accents and welcoming organic curves.  “As we open the […]

Vantage to acquire more ownership interest in LaGuardia Gateway Partners, Terminal B

Vantage Airport Group (Vantage) has reached agreement to acquire an additional ownership interest in LaGuardia Gateway Partners (LGP) from Skanska, which is divesting its 32% ownership of LGP. Vantage — a leading global airport investment, development, and management company — will acquire approximately 16% of Skanska’s interest for US$57 million. The transaction is conditional on […]

Pilgrim creates giant spectacle at Montreal Airport with ARI

Danish jewelry brand Pilgrim is partnering with AerRianta International (ARI) at Montreal Airport for four weeks, highlighting its collection with a super-sized pair of sunglasses, which is turning travelers’ heads in store. Located in the international terminal, the simple and elegant sculpture creates an irresistible eye-catching installation and together with the branded image wrap column […]

International Shoppes and Otis McAllister open new Cohiba humidor at JFK T1 

International Shoppes and Otis McAllister, Inc. in partnership with General Cigar Company, celebrated the opening of a new Cohiba humidor in the International Shoppes Duty Free store in Terminal 1 at John F. Kennedy International Airport on November 11, 2023.      The 12-foot walk up humidor and center floor display offer a welcoming environment for […]

Beam Suntory launches Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged Bourbon with DFS at JFK and LAX

Beam Suntory has launched Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged Bourbon at DFS stores at New York John F. Kennedy (JFK) and Los Angeles International (LAX) Airports. The annual limited release will then make its debut at Sydney International Airport in December. Maker’s Mark Cellar Aged Bourbon — a marriage of 11- and 12-year-old bourbon — is the […]

Dior Travel Retail Americas opens first La Collection Privée Boutique in North America with International Shoppes at JFK T1 

     Dior’s Travel Retail Americas team has partnered with International Shoppes to open the first La Collection Privée stand-alone boutique in the United Sates, bringing the brand’s “most exquisite high perfumery collection” to the travelers who will fly or transit from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, Terminal 1.       This boutique […]

JFK Terminal 6 concession tender announced 

JFK Millennium Partners (JMP) and Vantage Airport Group have launched the competitive solicitation process for the commercial development of food & beverage, duty free, and specialty retail concession outlets at JFK’s new Terminal 6, currently under construction at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport.   The program aims to attract collaborative concession partners to […]