UnionPay cardholders will receive a 10% discount when they shop at Qatar Duty Free in Hamad International Airport until July 20, 2015 DOHA, Qatar, 2015-4-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has announced that UnionPay cardholders will benefit from a 10% discount when they shop at QDF in Hamad International Airport (HIA) up until… Read the full press release
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Bazaar, Blush, PSG and Bein Sports the latest additions to Qatar Duty Free’s premium portfolio of brands at Hamad International Airport (HIA)
Bazaar, Blush, PSG and Bein Sports enhance the exclusive range of stores already present at Qatar Duty Free DOHA, Qatar, 2015-3-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) is proud to announce the opening of four new exclusive retail outlets at Hamad International Airport (HIA). Bazaar, Blush, PSG and Bein Sports are the latest additions to… Read the full press release
Register now for The Chicago Department of Aviation Airport Concessions Symposium scheduled for March 25, 2015
CHICAGO, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Airport Concessions Symposium is just eight days away. Registration is now open, so sign up today! The free workshop will provide an overview of the steps required to become a concessionaire, from the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, airport design and construction requirements,… Read the full press release
San Francisco International Airport honored with multiple awards for its concessions and amenities programs in the Airport Revenue News 2015 Best Airport & Concession Awards program
Airport honored for best overall concession program SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-3-17 — /Travel PR News/ — San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has been honored with multiple awards for its concessions and amenities programs in the Airport Revenue News (ARN) 2015 Best Airport & Concession Awards program. SFO was honored with the following awards: Best Overall Concessions Program Amenities… Read the full press release
The Field Museum Store at O’Hare Int’l Airport received Best Local/Regional Retail Store award at an airport by Airport Revenue News (ARN) magazine
CHICAGO, 2015-3-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Field Museum Store at O’Hare International Airport received the award for Best Local/Regional Retail Store at an airport by Airport Revenue News (ARN) magazine. The award was announced on March 11 at the 2015 ARN Revenue Conference & Exhibition in San Diego. O’Hare is home to two Field… Read the full press release
South African Airways launches its newly designed Fly SAA Duty Free online shop: flysaadutyfree.co.za
JOHANNESBURG, 2015-3-5 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways (SAA) has added a further innovative product offering with the launch of its newly designed Fly SAA Duty Free online shop: www.flysaadutyfree.co.za, The service, which is available on all regional (except Victoria Falls and Maputo), as well as SAA’s long-haul flights, is already available. The site has… Read the full press release
Auckland Airport: LS Travel Retail Pacific and Aer Rianta International will be the two duty-free operators to start from 1 July 2015
AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2015-2-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport has today announced that LS Travel Retail Pacific and Aer Rianta International will be the two duty-free operators at Auckland Airport from 1 July 2015. Richard Barker, Auckland Airport’s general manager of retail and commercial, says, “Auckland Airport has completed its international tender process and,… Read the full press release
Hotel Lotte, Hotel Shilla and Shinsegae Group won the bid to operate duty free shops at Incheon International Airport
Incheon, South Korea, 2015-2-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Companies were selected as the final choice for duty free shop at Incheon Airport. Hotel Lotte, Hotel Shilla and Shinsegae Group have won the bid to operate duty free shops at Incheon International Airport on February 11. New operators will run the shops at Incheon Airport… Read the full press release
Edmonton International Airport announces significant developments that will bring $225 million in investment to the region and will create approximately 1000 jobs
Significant developments at airport contribute to provincial economy Alberta, Canada, 2015-1-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Today the Edmonton International Airport (EIA) had two significant development announcements that together will bring $225 million in investment to the region and will create approximately 1000 jobs. Ivanhoé Cambridge announced immediate leasing opportunities for a new retail centre, the Outlet Collection… Read the full press release
Kenya Airways opened ultramodern retail shop at the populous Nairobi’s downtown Tearoom
Nairobi, 2015-1-12 — /Travel PR News/ — National carrier Kenya Airways, today opened an ultramodern retail shop at the populous Nairobi’s downtown Tearoom in a bid to deepen its sales catchment base. The new Shop is expected to ease access on Sales & Ticketing services, address customer inquiries and sales of KQ Holiday packages to the thousands… Read the full press release
Burberry’s clothes and accessories join Helsinki Airport’s brand selection
Helsinki, Finland, 2014-12-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Helsinki Airport now offers even better opportunities for top-fashion shopping, as Burberry’s clothes and accessories join its brand selection. For most, references to the name Burberry first bring to mind a beige trench coat and the famous check pattern. In fact, over the years they have become the… Read the full press release
Frankfurt Airport celebrates Christmas with Yuletide cheer and activities from December 3 to 23
Three weeks of Yuletide cheer and activities from December 3 to 23 – Discover gift ideas and special offers at FRA’s many shops and restaurants FRANKFURT, Germany, 2014-12-2 — /Travel PR News/ — The magic of the Christmas season is arriving once again at Frankfurt Airport (FRA), with the check-in halls already decked in festive… Read the full press release
Auckland Airport expands its international duty free shopping experience
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, 2014-11-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Auckland Airport is expanding its international duty free shopping experience with the addition of a range of covetable local and international brands. The newly opened fashion and beauty stores in the airport’s international departure area are: Iconic Kiwi handbag brand SABEN – the first of many… Read the full press release
easyJet introduces new inflight retail range with focus on locally sourced fresh produce
Locally sourced products showcased in redesigned brochure LONDON, 2014-10-20 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, the UK’s largest airline, has introduced a new inflight retail range with a focus on locally sourced fresh produce. The lineup includes handmade Scottish shortbread, Swiss chocolate, Bonne Maman Lemon Tartlets and a selection of fresh sandwiches with locally sourced ingredients…. Read the full press release
Qatar Duty Free opens the new Italian “al fresco” style restaurant Soprafino at Hamad International Airport
Italian chef brings award-winning cuisine to new world-class dining concept DOHA, Qatar, 2014-9-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) celebrated the official opening of the new Italian “al fresco” style restaurant, Soprafino, today at Hamad International Airport (HIA) with celebrity chef and partner, Massimo Capra. “We are incredibly honoured that Chef Capra was able… Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi Duty Free achieved record AED 487.9 million sales in the first six months of 2014
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2014-9-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Abu Dhabi Airports announced today that Abu Dhabi Duty Free has achieved record sales in the first six months of 2014, reaching AED 487.9 million, which represents a rise of 11.5% compared to the first six months of 2013 (AED 437.6 million). The total number of… Read the full press release
Qatar Airways launches latest edition of its inflight duty free magazine Extravaganza
Inflight duty free magazine ‘Extravaganza’ features new range of products available for sale onboard Qatar Airways’ flights DOHA, Qatar, 2014-8-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has launched the latest edition of Extravaganza, its inflight magazine featuring a new range of exciting duty free products. From cosmetics and fragrances to watches, jewellery, gifts, electronic products,… Read the full press release
BWI Marshall launched new customer rewards program based on purchases made by travelers at the Airport
Thanks Again® Program Allows Travelers to Earn Frequent Flyer Miles or Hotel Points When They Park, Shop, or Dine at BWI Marshall Glen Burnie, Maryland, 2014-7-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI Marshall) has launched a new customer rewards program based on purchases made by travelers at the Airport. The Thanks Again… Read the full press release
London Gatwick Airport research reveals Brits are slick shoppers and bargain hunters
LONDON, 2014-7-17 — /Travel PR News/ — New research from London Gatwick Airport reveals the nation’s shopping habits Sold on sales: Almost half (48%) use sales and bargains as an excuse to spend Excuses in numbers: On average, £82.80 is the tipping point to need an excuse to shop Hidden pleasures: Almost a quarter (23%) regularly hide their… Read the full press release
Finnish airport operator Finavia launched major service improvement at Helsinki Airport
Helsinki, Finland, 2014-7-9 — /Travel PR News/ — The Finnish airport operator Finavia has launched a major service improvement at Helsinki Airport. The current development programme involves the most extensive changes carried out at the airport during any single period of its history. Helsinki Airport now introduces international top brands and adds new variety to its restaurant… Read the full press release
Christchurch Airport clears site on Memorial Avenue where Spitfire Square will be developed
Christchurch, New Zealand, 2014-6-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Construction of a retail precinct at Christchurch Airport comes a step closer this month with the demolition of a building on Memorial Avenue. The building which used to house Maui Campervans is being demolished to clear the site where Spitfire Square will be developed. Christchurch Airport Chief… Read the full press release
Singapore Airlines launched online shopping mall “KrisFlyer Spree” with more options to earn miles for KrisFlyer and PPS Club members
SINGAPORE, 2014-6-23 — /Travel PR News/ — KrisFlyer and PPS Club members now have more options to earn miles with the launch of KrisFlyer Spree, Singapore Airlines’ new online shopping mall. Members can purchase clothing, accessories, electronics, food and beverage items, toys, beauty and cosmetic products, and more, while also earning KrisFlyer miles. Miles earned can… Read the full press release
Qatar Duty Free unveiled world-class shopping emporium for passengers travelling through Hamad International Airport
Truly Innovative Retail Concepts Delight Passengers DOHA, Qatar, 2014-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has unveiled a world-class shopping proposition for passengers travelling through Hamad International Airport, starting from the full beginning of operations at the airport on May 27. Qatar Duty Free now offers passengers unprecedented access to selected designer labels, high… Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi Airports briefed its revolutionised RFPs for Midfield Terminal Building before world’s best duty free concessionaires
High tech tender process will encourage creative and innovative concepts to reinvent the duty free experience Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2014-5-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Abu Dhabi Airports issued today one of the most revolutionised RFPs ever designed following a briefing to potential duty free operators at the eagerly awaited Midfield Terminal Building (MTB). All… Read the full press release
Iberia becomes the first airline to create its own scent “Mediterráneo de Iberia”
Starting tomorrow, Iberia’s new image can also be felt; its new scent will be used in all of Iberia’s airplanes and VIP lounges. This is another step in the renewal process of Iberia’s brand image, which now reaches all five senses. A new music selection will also be presented tomorrow for the boarding and disembarking… Read the full press release
Chicago Department of Aviation: Total concessions sales at O’Hare in February 2014 grew by 11.2% compared to last year
CHICAGO, 2014-04-29 — /Travel PR News/ — This just in…The recent enhancements to O’Hare International Airport’s concessions program are paying off in a big way. The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is pleased to announce that total concessions sales at O’Hare in February 2014 grew by an impressive 11.2 percent when compared to last year. Total concessions sales, including food, beverage… Read the full press release
Hungarian goose liver and Tokaj wine the biggest hits at Budapest Airport during 2014 Easter travel season
Budapest, 2014-04-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Tokaj wine and Hungarian goose liver will be the biggest hits at Budapest Airport during the 2014 Easter travel season. Thanks to tripartite cooperation between the airport operator, Heinemann Duty Free and Hungarian manufacturers, Budapest Airport will be presenting the products of Royal Tokaji and Merian in a special promotion… Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi International Airport opened its new ‘Fragrances by DFS’ boutique
Fragrances by DFS boutique in terminal 3 has been artistically designed across 2,726 square foot retail space similar to a luxury high street store Offering passengers a unique experience and exclusive products Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2014-04-10 — /Travel PR News/ — In partnership with DFS Group – the world’s leading travel retailer, Abu Dhabi International… Read the full press release
Chicago Department of Aviation to host free “How to Open a Concession at O’Hare or Midway Airport” workshop on Friday, April 18, 2014
CHICAGO, 2014-04-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Are you interested in operating a restaurant or shop at O’Hare or Midway International Airports, but don’t know where to begin? Here’s your chance to get informed! O’Hare Concourse C The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will present a free “How to Open a Concession at O’Hare or Midway Airport” workshop… Read the full press release
Iconic British jewellery retailer Links of London opened its first compact store at London City Airport
LONDON, 2014-04-4 — /Travel PR News/ — The store offers a wide selection of women’s jewellery collections, men’s and women’s watches, cufflinks and men’s accessories. With 60 per cent of LCY’s passengers travelling on business and earning an average annual salary of £100,000, the store is expected to prove popular with those looking for luxury gifts… Read the full press release