Images of the Day: ARI signals bright start to 2026 with ‘joylights’ across global estate

Our regular feature, brought to you in association with Duty Free Global from Ireland, celebrates memorable scenes, moments, launches and campaigns related to the global aviation and travel retail sphere.

INTERNATIONAL. Today’s selection comes from travel retailer ARI, which took to LinkedIn to share a series of ‘joylights’ showcasing dynamic campaigns across its global network.

ARI said: “2026 has gotten off to a bright and busy start, and our teams have kicked off the year as they mean to go on – delivering exceptional and joyful travel retail experiences to passengers across the world.”

We feature ‘joylights’ from Bahrain Duty Free, Cyprus Duty Free, Abu Dhabi Duty Free, Portugal Duty Free, Muscat Duty Free and Montenegro Duty Free among others.

Collectively, these early year ‘joylights’ reflect a retailer intent on combining experiential flair with commercial momentum as the year progresses.

The TRSS team unveiled a newly expanded Bvlgari counter at Abu Dhabi Duty Free. According to ARI, the display signals brand confidence in the channel {All images from ARI via LinkedIn}.
Bahrain Duty Free introduced a striking Armaf podium at Bahrain International Airport
Chocolate Ambassadors from Dublin Airport Duty Free visited the Butlers Chocolates Factory to deepen their brand knowledge and enhance in-store engagement
Montenegro Duty Free marked Valentine’s Day with a gifting-focused activation designed to spark emotional connection
Muscat Duty Free ran a ‘Sugar Rush’ promotion which combined colourful visuals and a diverse selection of brands
Portugal Duty Free launched its value-led beauty initiative ‘Gate to Beauty’ via a striking entrance activation at Lisbon Duty Free
The Mega Sale campaign at Ahlan Avenue (Ahlan Modern Travelers Services Co) drove engagement, footfall and conversion
Sense of place was showcased at Cyprus Duty Free through the exclusive ‘Chypre Parfum du Temps’ pop-up

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