Travel Blue expands China presence with second store at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport

CHINA. Travel retail accessories specialist Travel Blue has partnered with Zhejiang Airport Business Management Co to unveil a boutique in Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport Terminal 4.

The opening builds on the success of its first bespoke brand store in Terminal 3.

Travel Blue joins an eclectic retail mix at Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport, one of the busiest international gateways in China

The store offers a diverse selection of products, highlighting the brand’s extensive accessories portfolio designed for Gen Z travellers. These include its latest range of lightweight backpacks, onboard luggage, hot-cold water bottles, as well as neck pillows and essential electronics, such as cables, adaptors and chargers.

Travel Blue Managing Director Daniel Levin said: “The Travel Blue shops allow us to showcase the extensive Travel Blue range and demonstrate how high-impact displays engage Gen Z travellers and maximise sales.

“As our product range has grown, we are now able to offer a complete travel products retail solution for our partners and look forward to this concept evolving in the future.”

A Zhejiang Airport Business Management Co spokesperson added: “The Travel Blue bespoke brand stores optimise the travel products category, by giving consumers easy access to high-quality, functional products.

“We are delighted to host and operate ourselves the Travel Blue brand shops at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport and are confident this will continue as a successful long-term collaboration.”

Launched at this year’s TFWA Exhibition in Singapore, the Travel Blue backpack collection is tailored for Gen Z consumers and addresses the diverse needs of modern travellers. It includes more than 30 styles across three ranges: Traveller, Executive and Everyday.

Each range comes in a variety of sizes and colours to meet different needs and preferences. The backpacks are functional, lightweight and affordable – prices vary between €59 and €99.

Joining Travel Blue’s luggage lineup this year are five new styles: Deluxe Nomad, Luxe Wanderer, Summit Briefcase, Journey Jet and Adventure Pack, which come in a range of sizes and up to seven colours.

The carry-on hardshell cases are made from polypropylene, a strong, lightweight material that can handle the demands of modern travel.

The cases are expandable, with embedded TSA locks and double 360° reinforced spinner wheels as well as an easy-to-grip handle integrated into the shell. Priced at €129-€169, each purchase includes a ten-year global warranty, reinforcing Travel Blue’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Travel Blue’s range of high-performance and reusable stainless steel hot-cold water bottles are made from high-quality stainless steel with double-walled vacuum technology and keep drinks hot for up to six hours and cold for up to 12 hours.

The bottles are strong, sturdy and lightweight, featuring a screw-top lid with a silicone seal and offered in four retro colourways. The bottle is tested and complies with the highest safety standards. ✈

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