Duty Free Americas and The Estée Lauder Companies today announced a strategic global retail partnership to launch ELC brands across DFA stores. Calling the collaboration “a significant milestone in elevating prestige beauty experiences for international travelers,” the joint press announcement says the agreement will be a key driver in ELC’s accelerated expansion ambitions in The […]
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Espolòn Tequila returns to MIA for two-month activation with DFA celebrating its connection to fútbol and Inter Miami
Campari Group Global Travel Retail (GTR) has brought Espolòn Tequila back to Miami International Airport for a second summer takeover at Duty Free Americas. Running throughout June and July, the activation spans 12 point-of-sale locations across Miami International Airport, with a vibrant Espolòn bar takeover in Duty Free Americas’ Store 706 serving as the flagship […]
Falic Group names Laurent Boidevezi as advisor to Leon Falic; CEO of BlockBar
Duty Free Americas owner Falic Group has appointed former Moët Hennessy executive Laurent Boidevezi as Advisor to President Leon Falic. Boidevezi will also lead Global Business Development across the Group’s international operations and will assume the role of CEO of BlockBar. Boidevezi has more than two decades of senior leadership experience at Moët Hennessy, part […]
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 […]
Duty Free Americas launches inaugural DFA Festival in LATAM
Duty Free Americas (DFA) has launched its first DFA Festival, a dynamic travel retail event running now through May 2025 across key airport locations in LATAM. DFA Festival has partnered exclusively with Visa and the world’s leading wines and spirits producers, including Diageo, Pernod Ricard, Moët Hennessy, Bacardi, Campari Group, Suntory Global Spirits, William Grant […]
DFA and House of Suntory launch first ever whisky showcase in Latin America in Panama, with more collaborations to come
House of Suntory has launched its first-ever whisky showcase in Latin America in partnership with Duty Free Americas at Panama’s Tocumen International Airport. The showcase marks a crucial step in the company’s strategic expansion across the Americas and highlights the growing importance of Latin America in House of Suntory’s global travel retail strategy, the partners […]
Falic Group accelerates global expansion with launch of UETA MEA
Duty Free Americas owner Falic Group has announced a significant acceleration in its global expansion efforts as it embarks on what it is calling “a bold new growth phase.” The company’s strategic plan includes entering new travel retail channels—rail, cruise, and diplomatic sectors—while extending its reach into high-growth markets across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, […]
Espolòn Tequila campaign takes over Miami International Airport during Copa America 2024
Campari Group Global Travel Retail (GTR) Americas launched a dynamic, multi-touchpoint Espolòn Tequila campaign at Miami International Airport in partnership with Duty Free Americas during Copa America 2024. As the Official Tequila Sponsor of Inter Miami CF, Espolòn Tequila has established a strong presence with striking displays and engaging experiences. In June, travelers enjoyed a […]
Bacardi GTR speeds up Patrón travel retail business with Formula 1-themed pop-up at MIA
Bacardi Global Travel Retail revved up its Patrón business at Miami International Airport this spring with a high-octane activation in partnership with Duty Free Americas celebrating the brand’s role as official Tequila partner to the Oracle Red Bull Racing team and timed to share the excitement of the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix. As the Tequila partner of […]
Dior and Duty Free Americas unveil exclusive pop-up store at MIA
Dior, in partnership with Duty Free Americas, has launched an exclusive pop-up store located in Miami International Airport Terminal D by gate D47. The “enchanting” retail experience will be available from March through June 2024 and invites passengers to discover the new Miss Dior Parfum. At the heart of this animation lies an opportunity for […]
Pernod Ricard launches Royal Salute 21 Year Old Miami Polo Edition with global campaign
Pernod Ricard Global Travel Retail revealed the glamourous new limited edition joining Royal Salute’s iconic Polo Collection; the Royal Salute 21 Year Old Miami Polo Edition, which launched in limited quantities in global travel retail on April 11 and was celebrated at an invitation-only special event with a strong polo connection in exclusive Palm Beach, […]
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 […]
DFA opens first Toys“R”Us airport store at DFW
Toys“R”Us, the ubiquitous U.S. toy store that closed its doors in 2018 after more than 30 years in business, has unveiled “bold new plans” to reopen and roll out flag-ship stores across the United States, and internationally – including in travel retail. Leading the way in travel retail, the first-ever Toys“R”Us airport store opened late […]
Duty Free Americas rolls out immersive fragrance ‘Red Carpet’ activations
Beauty is in the spotlight at Duty Free Americas (DFA), which has launched a series of immersive, experiential fragrance pop-ups and ‘Red Carpet’ activations at key airport locations across the Americas this November. Featuring both niche and global brands, this month’s activations bring to life limited edition releases through immersive activations and expert demonstrations. Vibrant […]
