Spirits and Wines
Turning layovers into lift-offs – Avolta hosts flight simulator experience at Toronto Pearson Airport
Avolta has introduced a flight simulator experience and launched a special-edition whisky at Toronto Pearson International Airport, among a series of events and experiences aimed at engaging travellers over the holiday travel period.
Pernod Ricard GTR and Dubai Duty Free renew Royal Salute boutique partnership
Pernod Ricard deepens its partnership with Dubai Duty Free with the return of the Royal Salute whisky boutique in Terminal 3; a concept centred on ultra-rare Scotch, exclusive editions and guided discovery.
Virgin Atlantic and Patrón deliver immersive experiences onboard Heathrow to Cancún service
The two-stage brand showcase harnessed multiple Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Atlantic Holidays touchpoints across the traveller journey.
US$19 million in sales over 24 hours – Dubai Duty Free turns 42 with a spectacular flourish
As Dubai Duty Free celebrated its 42nd anniversary, shoppers at Dubai International and Al Maktoum International airports celebrated the retailer’s traditional annual sale, collectively spending US$6,250 a minute over a 24-hour “shopping frenzy”.
All-Chinese bidding line-up revealed for Beijing Airport duty-free tender after surprise Shanghai result
The T2 tender is being contested by incumbent China Duty Free Group (CDFG), Wangfujing Duty Free and China National Service Corporation (CNSC). The T3 bid attracted offers from CDFG, CNSC and CTS (HK), the last-named part of CDFG’s parentage alongside China Tourism Group.
Who will win the Beijing Airport duty-free tender after shock Shanghai outcome?
Bids closed yesterday (19 December) on the two-pronged open tender covering the departures and arrivals duty-free concessions at Beijing Capital International Airport. And the result is shrouded in doubt.
Images of the Day: Campari paints Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay in aperitivo hues
Today’s selection of images comes from Campari and Royal Caribbean, who have taken experiential brand activation ashore with an Aperol and Espolòn Tequila takeover of Perfect Day at CocoCay during the 2025 President’s Cruise.
CDFG parent welcomes Shanghai Pudong and Hongqiao duty-free awards and reveals joint-venture plans
Under the terms of the deal, CDFG will invest RMB102 million (US$14.5 million) to establish a duty-free joint venture with Shanghai Airport.
Avolta celebrates “historic milestone award” after securing Shanghai Pudong Airport duty-free contract
Global travel retail powerhouse Avolta has expressed its delight at having this week won a key, multi-category tender at Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Dubai Duty Free and MMI unwrap a Festive Wonderland with spirits Advent Calendar initiative
By combining premium liquid with a playful discovery format, the Advent Calendar addresses growing demand for experience-led, giftable propositions in travel retail during the holiday period.
From Speyside to Singapore: The Macallan debuts shop-in-shop at Changi Airport with Lotte Duty Free
The 19sq m shop-in-shop is an immersive, experience-led whisky destination that blends hospitality, digital discovery and travel retail exclusives at one of the world’s most important aviation hubs.
Piper-Heidsieck creates a ‘Champagne Emergency’ with Code Rouge Edition roll-out in travel retail
Code Rouge alert: The playful campaign is centred on a limited-edition gift set and invites travellers to ‘Break open’ in case of a ‘Champagne emergency’.
