Areas Spain have announced that they are bringing outlets of MasQMenos and Starbucks to Bilbao Airport. Starbucks will open on the 12th December. MasQMenos is a popular food and drink brand in Spain and has 38 outlets across the country. Areas Spain, Portugal and Latin America CEO Oscar Vela said: “These two new openings will […]
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AirAsia has started flying from the Philippines to Taiwan. The route began operating direct from Manila to Taipei (daily with late night flights) on 21st November, and then a few days later on the 25th, AirAsia also started flying from Cebu and Taipei (Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays). Philippines AirAsia’s CEO, Dexter Comendador said: “We are […]
Launched yesterday, AirAsia have introduced a ‘lowest price guaranteed’ promotion when passsengers pre-order online. Travellers flying on AirAsia Berhad flights can visit www.bigdutyfree.com to purchase the items, which come with a ‘Lowest Price Guaranteed’ tag. The items will then be delivered to passengers’ seats. AirAsia Berhad head of group Duty Free and Merchandise Sumeet Dhingra […]
Hong Kong Airlines is adding another continent to it’s route map – North America. Earlier this year they added flights to Oceania and will start flying across the Pacific to Vancouver from 30th June next year. The airline will be using it’s Airbus A330-200 aircraft and it’s continued growth will be bolstered it’s 15 new […]
Louis Royer have released a limited edition of 300 numbered decanters of a Grande Champagne Cognac called Eloge. The crystal decanter is designed like a diamond, which highlights the golden colours of the Cognac. Each decanter is handmade. The gorgeous Eloge Cognac has been carefully aged for decades in the Paradis Cellar of the house, which […]
Thursday saw the maiden flight of the largest version yet of the the super successful Airbus A350 commercial aircraft. “The A350-1000 is the world’s most modern and efficient passenger aircraft.” – President and CEO of Airbus Fabrice Brégier. The flight was in the skies above southern France and the test flight was very successful and lasted for […]
To mark the centenary of the the Easter Rising, Aer Rianta International (ARI) and Teeling Whiskey have teamed up to launch the 3rd edition of The Centenary Whiskey Collection – a 26 year old single malt Irish whiskey. ARI Ireland General Manager Jackie McDonagh said “I’m delighted to welcome the third edition of The Centenary […]
If you’re travelling to Thailand anytime soon, keep an eye out for the two month long Grey Goose promotion at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. The promotion is running from 1st November to the end of the year and will allow travellers to purchase the special, limited edition travel retail-exclusive Grey Goose gift pack featuring the Bangkok skyline. […]
The Nordic regions are set to get some quality whiskeys after the Tomatin Distillery announced that they are expanding their outlets. Tomatin Distillery sales director Stephen Bremner commented: “Our strategy for the travel retail range is to roll out across Europe in our first year followed by the US then Asia so we are excited […]
Italian jewelry and luxury goods brand Bvlgari have released their latest fragrances – Bvlgari Man Black Cologne and Bvlgari Man Black Orient. Sophisticated and mysterious, Bvlgari Man Black Orient has a spicy aromatic opening thanks to the rich notes of rum (a standard for the collection) and peppery cardamom. The opulent floral heart includes lavish tuberose and oriental […]
Irish airline Ryanair have predicted that their flights could well become free in the next 5 to 10 years if they shared in the profits that the stores at the airport made. Ryanair chief executive Michael O’Leary said “The challenge for us in the future is to keep driving air fares down. I have this […]
WHSmith has won a contract for seven stores at Athens International Airport. The stores will sell food, drinks, confectionary and items suited to passengers (travel plugs, cushions, etc) as well as Greek and international newspapers, books and magazines. WHSmith International chairman Louis de Bourgoing said: “Securing the contract for the stores in Athens is another […]
November sees the release of Tom Ford’s new lipstick range – ‘Lips & Boys’. The line contains 50 pieces, 25 of which are brand new lipsticks and 10 of which have a matte finish. The colors range from the bold reds and go all the way back down to nudes. “I love seeing a woman […]
After a similar campaign at Heathrow Airport in September, Bacardi Global Travel Retail has introduced it’s Bombay Sapphire virtual reality shopper campaign to Sydney Airport. Whilst wearing a virtual reality headset, the customer will get a bird’s eye view of the Bombay Sapphire distillery at Laverstoke Mill in Hampshire, England. Bacardi Global Travel Retail Regional […]
Sydney Airport has launched an official gift card today. You can use the card at all three terminals at the airport in all retail and food stores. A great gift idea for any travellers who frequent Sydney Airport, it comes in various sizes ranging from $20 and up to $250. Sydney Airport gift cards are […]
Tom Ford is set to release a new perfume into the travel retail market next month. Velvet Orchid Lumière is a floral – oriental composition with gourmand accents. It opens with a blend of Italian bergamot, mandarin, honey and rum. Its heady floral heart, includes notes of rose, orchid and jasmine on the base of […]
This month sees the launch of MAC Shadescents – six new fragrances inspired by the brand’s famous lipstick colors. “We have a fan base attached to certain lipstick shades” – MAC’s senior vice president and group creative director James Gager The shades chosen are the brand’s six bestselling lip colors–Ruby Woo, Lady Danger, Heroine, Velvet Teddy, […]
Here’s a list of the best selling alcohol products in duty free outlets globally. Perhaps not surprisingly, it is dominated by whiskeys – always a top seller at airports. Cheers! […]
In partnership with World Duty Free, Pernod Ricard Travel Retail EMEA has launched an immersive pop-up space at London Gatwick Airport (South Terminal) to celebrate the unique qualities of two wine brands in its portfolio. Pernod Ricard’s Winemakers, an affiliate of Pernod Ricard responsible for the wine business, boasts a selection of premium wines crafted […]
Travellers to Miami International Airport are invited to discover the Garden of Wonder by Perrier-Jouët, a whimsical immersive pop-up experience exploring the connection between the environment and art. The Garden of Wonder by Perrier-Jouët is designed to introduce culture to a passenger’s journey and act as a creative stepping stone to L’Eden by Perrier-Jouët, an […]
Chivas Regal has partnered with premium audio producers LSTN Sound Co. to craft a range of unique accessories to celebrate their shared passion for craftsmanship, style and generosity. The creative partnership is part of Chivas Regal’s initiative, Generosity: Amplified, which aims to raise funds for Starkey Hearing Foundation, a pioneering charity that has provided more […]
Following the success of its inaugural Artist Series in 2015, Ballantine’s has partnered with renowned music video director and photographer, Dave Ma, to launch three new Artist Series limited edition gift packs, available in Global Travel Retail. The Ballantine’s Artist Series was formed to champion inspiring and innovative individuals who are committed to expressing their […]
Master distillers BenRiach have released their latest creation – a fabulous limited edition Moscatel Wood Finish aged 22 years. The whiskey is matured in American bourbon barrels and then moved to Portuguese Moscatel wine casks – this gives the drink fantastic flavors and smells from the oak wood cask. Alistair Walker, Sales Director at BenRiach […]
