Executive Retail Shops (ERS) has rolled out a bespoke World Cup-themed activation at Sheltair FBO, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, welcoming private aviation travelers to the airport in its signature style. The World Cup activation, which started on June 14 and runs until July 19, features a welcome cocktail and mini soccer games and interactive experiences. Arriving […]
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MIA and PS inaugurate the airport’s first private terminal inside historic Pan Am headquarters
Officials from Miami-Dade County and PS, the private luxury terminal company reimagining commercial air travel, debuted the PS MIA location inside the former Pan American Airways headquarters at Miami International Airport on June 17th. The new terminal marks PS’ first location in Florida and fourth outpost worldwide, following the Dallas-Fort Worth opening earlier this month. The […]
From a speakeasy to exclusive products, Avolta woos JFK T8 passengers with surprises and seamless service
The seats are comfortable. The Scotch is neat. The bar is stocked with recognized favorites. I’m in a duty free store. It’s not a secret what Avolta is trying to do with the new Blinded Tiger speakeasy inside its newly opened Dufry flagship duty free store at New York’s JFK Terminal 8. The world’s largest […]
International Shoppes and Ben Crump Enterprises introduce community-driven retail program at Maui’s Kahului Airport
In addition to the retail concessions they opened at Honolulu International Airport, as reported last week, International Shoppes, in partnership with Ben Crump Enterprises (BCE), has also launched a new, community-driven retail program at Maui’s Kahului Airport (OGG). The partnership – which will be operating six duty-paid stores in Maui — is focused on creating […]
International Shoppes and Ben Crump Enterprises launch community-driven retail program at Honolulu International Airport
International Shoppes, in partnership with Ben Crump Enterprises (BCE), has introduced a new, community-focused retail program at Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL). The joint venture is focused on strengthening Hawaii’s local business ecosystem while enhancing the traveler experience, and the new stores are built on a shared commitment to equity, inclusion, and economic […]
Proximo Spirits activates 1800 Tequila Triple Cask in JFK with DFS and IShoppes
Proximo Spirits has partnered with DFS and iShoppes to launch 1800 Tequila Triple Cask Añejo, the brand’s first global travel retail exclusive, at New York’s JFK Airport. Running from February through March with DFS at Terminal 4, then April to June with iShoppes at Terminal 1, the activation spotlights the new 1800 Triple Cask through […]
Miami International Airport and American Airlines unveil plans for MIA’s $1 billion “monumental” Concourse D expansion
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and American Airlines CEO Robert Isom have unveiled plans to expand Miami International Airport’s Concourse D with a “monumental” new $1 billion investment. The new Gate D60 expansion will create 17 new aircraft gates and adjoining passenger boarding areas, additional dining and shopping options, boost baggage handling and streamline […]
Avolta’s Hudson and HMSHost secure 12-year retail and F&B contract extensions at Miami International Airport
Avolta’s HMSHost and Hudson divisions have been awarded 12-year extensions covering travel retail and food and beverage operations at Miami International Airport (MIA). The concessions cover MIA’s North, Central and South terminals. Under the agreement, Avolta’s Hudson will renovate 40 retail stores and bring new retail concepts and enhanced digital engagement to respond to evolving […]
LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal to modernize in time for 2028 Olympic Games
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) has announced plans and unveiled renderings for the modernization of the Tom Bradley International Terminal at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The project received approval from the Board of Airport Commissioners at the Dec. 18 meeting, allowing construction to begin in January 2026, and be completed in time to welcome […]
Avolta wins 10-year contracts for Hudson and HMSHost at Palm Beach International
Avolta’s Hudson division has been awarded a 10-year contract to develop four specialty retail and travel convenience stores at Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), as the airport undergoes a significant expansion and modernization program. Beginning in 2026, Hudson will begin to unveil its new retail program, which will bring a hyper-local, artfully curated shopping experience […]
Executive Retail Shops opens flagship location at Sheltair Aviation FBO at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Executive Retail Shops will open two new store locations with the Sheltair Aviation FBO at Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport (FLL). These new stores celebrate a major milestone for the company as it reaches its 21 points of distribution. The crown jewel of the launch is a 693 square foot flagship store, featuring top-shelf […]
Miami Dade approves $330 million investment to transform MIA concessions
The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a landmark investment package to overhaul concessions at Miami International Airport (MIA) earlier this month. The legislation secures a minimum guaranteed investment of $267 million, with an additional $64.5 million contingent on a lease extension—bringing the total potential investment to over $330 million. The proposal was sponsored […]
Duty Free Americas named winner of retail concession at JFK Terminal One
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, The New Terminal One, and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports today announced that Duty Free Americas (DFA) has been selected as the exclusive duty free operator for John F. Kennedy International Airport’s New Terminal One. This privately funded, $9.5 billion all-international terminal, which will open in phases beginning […]
Maker’s Mark celebrates limited New York edition with flagship activation at JFK Terminal 4 with DFS
Suntory Global Spirits has partnered with DFS Group to create a high-profile experiential activation space at Terminal 4 at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport to showcase Maker’s Mark, the iconic Kentucky Bourbon. Travel Markets Insider joined executives from Suntory, DFS, and terminal operator JFKIAT at the ribbon-cutting, officially opening the eye-catching pop-up. As […]
JetBlue, Port Authority and Fraport USA planned refresh of JFK International Airport’s Terminal 5 will transform the customer experience
JetBlue, The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and Fraport USA, manager of John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 5, announced a major refresh of the airline’s flagship terminal. The refresh will feature the addition of more than 40 new concessions, and new amenities, including art installations and a redesigned center concourse inspired […]
