by Alyssa Spagna | Oct 6, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: Airport retail conversion gap: 68% of travelers are influenced by AI or social media before trips, yet 64% leave stores without buying. Trust and price are the barriers: only 21% trust AI product suggestions, and nearly half question whether duty-free...
by Alyssa Spagna | Aug 3, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: Travel-exclusive products (TREX) sell when they’re easy to find, easy to understand and placed where the right shoppers can actually see them. Shelf basics matter more than most brands admit: good facings, smart placement and clear signage are...
by Alyssa Spagna | Jun 4, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: Chicago airport gift shops at O’Hare and Midway offer curated, locally made souvenirs and destination-branded products that model effective tourism retail. Top-performing travel retail items are compact, durable, and story-driven: city apparel,...