Travel Essentials
Opinion: The Design Solution on the five elements of successful airport retail design
The Design Solution’s Nick Taylor and Maria Mendes outline five strategies for creating memorable airport retail environments illustrated through the transformation of Portugal Duty Free’s estate.
The new arrivals store completes Zhuhai Duty Free’s duty-free retail network at Hengqin Port, extending its offer to both inbound and outbound travellers while adding a broad category mix across its 345sq m retail space.
The Design Solution’s Nick Taylor and Maria Mendes outline five strategies for creating memorable airport retail environments illustrated through the transformation of Portugal Duty Free’s estate.
The £2.5 million (US$3.3 million) project will bring a larger retail footprint, new dining facilities and a refreshed post-security experience ahead of summer 2027.
The impulse-driven travel essentials category, with its universal appeal, can be among the growth drivers for travel retail well into the future, says Travel Blue.
The new-generation Airflow pillow uses a breathable 3D-printed lattice designed to combine lightweight comfort, ergonomic support and flexibility in a travel-ready format.
The Concourse A line-up brings together local businesses and recognised brands across a diverse range of dining, retail and entertainment offerings.
The fire-resistant power bank pouch was developed in response to growing inflight safety concerns around lithium batteries.
Formia, Eva Air and Hunter have unveiled a colourful new collection of reusable Premium Economy amenity kits, launching alongside the airline’s new Taipei–Washington D.C. route.
More than 30 new retail and dining offerings are joining Toronto Pearson’s commercial mix in 2026 through its partnerships with Avolta and Paradies Lagardère, with Canadian brands featuring prominently.
The Groupe ADP company is seeking world-class master concessionaires with proven expertise in one or more of the following categories: food & beverage, duty free and convenience. Interested parties may express interest in an individual concession category or in a fully integrated master concession model.
The concept puts locally produced goods and entrepreneurial talent at the centre of the retail experience, spanning food, personal care, apparel and gifts.
The Goods @ SJC with Hip & Humble, Plaza de San José, Poppy’s Essentials and SJC Exchange bring local brands, food and travel essentials to Paradies Lagardère’s latest airport retail openings.












