by Alyssa Spagna | Oct 13, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: One in three TikTok users have booked travel after watching a video, with spooky-season destinations peaking in discovery-to-booking conversion every October. Short-form video compresses the travel purchase path; atmospheric content with clear booking...
by Alyssa Spagna | Oct 6, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: Experience gift boxes are a low-inventory, high-margin product category for souvenir, resort and destination retailers. Brands like Tinggly offer flexible gifting with no expiration date, redeemable across 100+ countries, reducing friction for travel...
by Alyssa Spagna | Sep 28, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: Theme park retail drives per-cap spending when merchandise aligns with immersive land storytelling and emotional guest moments. Story-driven souvenirs, sensory keepsakes and locally sourced goods outperform generic merchandise by connecting products to...
by Alyssa Spagna | Sep 28, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: In 2026, traveler emotion drives purchases: relaxation, curiosity and dream destinations are the top motivators for gift and souvenir buyers. Namedrop, customizable and locally sourced products outperform generic souvenirs. The digital detox trend...
by Alyssa Spagna | Sep 14, 2026 | News
Key Takeaways: Azamara Shopping Rewards is the cruise industry’s first loyalty program linking onboard retail purchases to post-cruise benefits like fine wine, premium luggage and exclusive travel experiences. Guests earn points across retail categories, from...