by Alyssa Spagna | Aug 7, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: U.S. river towns are gaining traction as domestic travel destinations, driven by slow travel, road trips and demand for authentic, story-rich experiences. Tourism retailers in river towns sell best when assortments reflect local heritage, outdoor...
by Alyssa Spagna | Aug 7, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: Price sensitivity, convenience and social proof drive U.S. travel booking decisions and should shape tourism retail strategy. Social proof converts in-store: group best sellers with place-specific labels, encourage social tagging and use photo-forward...
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 | Aug 3, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: City-to-sea travel is growing fast: 63% of travelers add an extra destination before heading home, creating dual merchandising opportunities for tourism retailers. City legs favor compact accessories, cultural mementos and travel-size wellness items;...
by Alyssa Spagna | Jul 13, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: 30% of U.S. Gen Z travelers booked a trip after literary content inspired them, per Skyscanner’s 2026 research, making literary tourism a measurable demand driver. BookTok travel, “readaway” trips and rising hotel searches using a...
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