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We begin this last newsletter of 2023 by wishing all our readers around the world a joyous holiday season and warmest wishes for health, happiness, peace and prosperity in the coming year. While many in the industry are seeing improvement, we all still have far to go to reach full recovery.
In this issue, TMI looks at some of the holiday activations at the Point of Sale across the region. But first let’s see the latest news on new contracts, new stores and year-end numbers.
AIRPORTS/AVIATION
Aer Rianta International – North America announces that it is expanding and will be opening two retail spaces at Edmonton International Airport. Page 1.
3Sixty Duty Free & More has signed a 5-year contract with Metacaña Airport in Colombia where it will be partnering on two duty free stores and omnichannel services. Page 1.
OAG reports on the busiest international routes and the busiest global airports. Pages 1 & 3.
CANADA
Canadian tourism revenue recovers one year earlier than predicted—but recovery still varies widely by region. See details on page 2.
Travel food & beverage operator SSP is increasing its footprint in North America through its acquisition of ECG in Canada. Page 3
INTERNATIONAL
Dubai Duty Free – which is celebrating its milestone 40th anniversary this month – chalked up nearly US$15 million in sales during its special 24-hour celebratory sale. Read more on page 3.
HOLIDAY POS CELEBRATIONS
Starboard Cruise Services and Royal Caribbean are hosting a Christmas Market onboard the Oasis of the Seas. Page 4.
Pernod Ricard offers signature, exclusive Rabbit Hole whiskeys onboard Celebrity Ascent. Page 4.
Duty Free Americas rolls out holiday season “Red Carpet” airport fragrance activations for Chanel, Gucci, Versace, Carolina Herrera, Narciso Rodriguez, Perry Ellis and more throughout the region. Page 5.
Brugal celebrates the heritage and craftsmanship of its ultra-premium double-aged Brugal 1888 rum with a holiday pop-up at Miami International Airport. Page 6.
