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cdf Sanya International Duty-Free Shopping Complex dazzles with 12th anniversary campaign
‘As One, As Always’ is the CDFG campaign slogan as cdf Sanya International Duty-Free Shopping Complex marks its 12th year on 1 September.
Duty-free sales to South Korean nationals remain soft in July but foreign shoppers drive downtown store growth
Sales in the world’s biggest duty-free market rose +15.9% year-on-year in July on shopper numbers up a more modest +3.4%. But while inbound tourism booms, duty-free shopping has slipped worryingly down the visitor priority list.
Mixed bag for Pernod Ricard global travel retail in FY26 as sales ease -3%
The French drinks powerhouse experienced contrasting travel retail fortunes through its financial year with positives in China, Europe and the Americas being offset by challenges in South Korea and the Middle East.
‘From Traffic to Value’ – China Duty Free Consumer White Paper 2025-2026 is released
“The global duty-free and travel retail market is at a critical inflection point of recovery and quality improvement,” said CDFG as it unveiled the expansive document that systematically interprets consumer trends, category evolution and channel transformation logic.
Towards an ‘experience-first paradigm’ – HTDF premieres Hainan’s first smart glasses concept store
“At HTDF, we are reshaping what a duty-free destination can be,” says a company spokesperson. “The launch of this smart glasses concept store reflects our commitment to placing innovation at the heart of the customer experience.”
Cellcosmet and CDFG bring Swiss-inspired skincare journey to cdf Sanya with immersive pop-up
Featuring its latest Soothing & Hydrating Mask, the campaign brings together product discovery, sensory experiences and luxury hospitality in Haitang Bay.
Hyundai Duty Free returns to profit in H1 while group department store sales to foreigners surge
Surging tourism plus a rationalised and more disciplined downtown store approach enhanced Hyundai Duty Free’s operating performance in Q2 and H1. But the real beneficiary of the tourism boom was the group’s department store division.
Moodie Davitt WeChat: Key stories from Week 29
The Moodie Davitt Report offers unrivalled Chinese language coverage of key China-related stories, anchored by our dual WeChat platforms – our weekly Moodie Davitt Account and Moodie Davitt Report China Travel Retail Express, which publishes daily.
Airport Hospitality World: JetBlue reveals second BlueHouse lounge at Boston Logan; Menzies Aviation unveils Pearl Lounge at Hurghada Airport
We bring you the latest lounge and hospitality services openings from around the world in our popular Airport Hospitality World title.
‘Landmark leap’ – Proya steps up overseas growth through nationwide US agreement with Ulta Beauty
“This milestone signals a pivotal shift in Proya’s global journey: moving beyond mere product export to brand globalisation,” says the premium Chinese beauty house as it secures a seminal agreement in the USA.
Elevating the consumer experience: China Duty Free Group takes ‘Cheers with Whisky’ to the skies with Hainan Airlines
The cross-industry partnership brings exclusive whiskies and signature cocktails onboard, linking inflight discovery with duty-free purchasing and creating new retail touchpoints across the passenger journey.
China embraces the spirit of India as Paul John whisky shines in Shanghai
Paul John whisky of Indiastrengthened its position in China with a high-profile presence and exclusive launch at the Whisky L! 2026 in Shanghai on 14-16 August.
