Asia Pacific
Yilin Watch: Super Golden Week is coming. What makes Chinese travellers stop?
High Chinese traffic no longer guarantees high spend, argues our acclaimed Chinese columnist Yilin Wang, who says relevant content and human connections can help turn passenger traffic into trust and purchases.
Shinsegae Duty Free kicks off quarterly promotional push with Chuseok mega sale
The 25-day holiday promotion brings thousands of products, exclusive brand offers and themed activations across online and Myeong-dong stores.
China Trading Desk highlights product visibility as AI’s influence on travel planning grows
In its Q3 survey, the Singapore-based marketing and travel intelligence company found that one in three Chinese outbound travellers surveyed now uses AI for trip planning, with airport shopping still attracting strong interest despite ongoing purchase barriers.
Opinion: Shiseido’s Fran Law on how star power can drive culture and commerce in travel retail
Shiseido Travel Retail Vice President Commercial and Business Development, Travel Retail Asia Pacific Fran Law explores how authentic cultural partnerships, connected consumer journeys and differentiated airport experiences can turn star power into sustained commercial value.
Charlotte Tilbury brings Hollywood glamour to Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi airports
Charlotte Tilbury Beauty has partnered with Dimensi Eksklusif in Kuala Lumpur and King Power in Bangkok to open its first standalone boutiques in Asia Pacific travel retail.
Images of the Day: CNSC delivers culture-led retail arena at Fuzhou Changle Airport
Fuzhou-inspired design and locally-rooted merchandise sit at the heart of a duo of new-look stores, as our latest image choice shows.
Attract, Convert, Thrive: Nestlé sets out confectionery growth agenda
NITR is advancing its A.C.T. framework through KitKat Formula 1, KitKat Japan and After Eight innovations to drive engagement, conversion and confectionery growth
Lotte Duty Free and Jung Kwan Jang tap K-food and wellness trends with Everytime Royal Hello Kitty edition
The exclusive launch brings together Jung Kwan Jang’s red ginseng expertise and Hello Kitty’s global appeal in a travel-friendly format, adding a giftable element to the Korean wellness staple.
Shenzhen Duty Free Group captures Shekou Cruise Port arrivals concession
The 112sq m store extends Shenzhen Duty Free’s presence at a key maritime hub, which acts as a vital connection point within the Greater Bay Area.
Images of the Day: A double salute to Lagardère Travel Retail Cambodia
Today’s images, courtesy of Lagardère Travel Retail Cambodia Commercial Director Janet Malaga on LinkedIn, show proud celebrations during the operation’s first anniversary of retail and food & beverage ventures, which include Aelia Duty Free, The Gallery In, Eye Love and Marché.
Pernod Ricard and Heinemann Oceania introduce experience-led Whisky Emporium to Sydney Airport
The Whisky Emporium combines Scotch whisky discovery, tasting, storytelling and gifting in an experience-led concept.
Marina Bay Sands to host SwanSong Smiles charity dinner as TFWA lends key support
The 8 May dinner will set the tone for TFWA Asia Pacific week with an evening of emotion, friendship and a noble cause.
