by Alyssa Spagna | Oct 6, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: Pigeon Forge’s free Passport to Savings offers 90+ mobile discounts across retail, dining, lodging and attractions, no app required. Destination-wide digital savings programs drive foot traffic, lift average order value and move namedrop and...
by Alyssa Spagna | Aug 7, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: Social media influences travel decisions and in-destination purchases across all age groups; Millennials and Gen Z prioritize novelty, while Baby Boomers use it to validate destination choices. Travelers plan to share experiences before they arrive,...
by Alyssa Spagna | Aug 3, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: Food tourism is a growing retail opportunity: travelers plan trips around local food experiences, making region-specific products and namedrop souvenirs high-converting items for gift and souvenir retailers. The strongest food tourism strategies combine...
by Alyssa Spagna | Jul 27, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: Experience-driven retail blends entertainment and shopping to boost foot traffic, dwell time and purchase intent for gift shop retailers. Theme parks, immersive venues, food halls and mixed-use destinations create consistent visitor demand that benefits...
by Alyssa Spagna | Jul 13, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: Counterfeit America 250 merchandise flooded online marketplaces ahead of July 4, with fake “Made in USA” patriotic souvenirs from unverified sellers. The FTC’s “all or virtually all” standard governs Made in USA claims;...
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