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Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) did something a little different today by setting a new Guinness World Record for the ‘Longest Line of Cheesesteaks’ on National Cheesesteak Day! Its savoury serpentine of sandwiches ultimately stretched to a record-setting 1,291 cheesesteaks — spanning the length of more than three football fields and occupying nearly the entire concourse […]
Sydney Airport just got a serious food upgrade, with 11 new dining destinations now open inside T3 Domestic. The revitalised precinct positions Terminal 3 as a premium food destination, bringing together some of Sydney’s most respected hospitality operators and showcasing the quality, diversity and creativity of Australia’s culinary scene. With passengers placing more value than […]
Munich Airport believes that the dining experience awaiting travellers in its Terminal 1 Pier will set new benchmarks in terms of quality and comfort. The five restaurants are operated by the airport subsidiary Allresto Flughafen München Hotel und Gaststätten GmbH. “We have developed a range of modern food and beverage concepts that combine high-quality products, […]
As part of Denver International Airport’s continued investment in elevating the passenger experience, the newly expanded Concourse A Marketplace marks a major milestone in the airport’s concessions programme. The project represents one phase of a broader initiative that will introduce 27 additional concessions in 2026 – further positioning the gateway as one of the US’s […]
In an Australian first, Sydney Airport has opened a barber’s shop, gym and a nail salon in the international Arrivals area of Terminal 1 to helping travellers refresh, recharge and reset from the moment they arrive. Barber’s Lounge is now open at T1 International Arrivals, providing grooming services for passengers seeking a quick refresh before […]
BDM’s David Cooke explains why he believes pop-up stores will have an important role to play in the reimagining of airport retail. Airports are some of the most heavily foot-trafficked environments in the world. Yet, when it comes to retail, they often feel stuck in the past. Walk through almost any major UK airport today […]
Denver International Airport hopes that it has hit the sweet spot with its latest retail outlet, Björn Colorado Honey. The popular Colorado specialty retailer known for its unique honey products, has partnered with Denver design firm Neoera, to open its first long-term airport location at the gateway. It is believed that the Scandinavian-inspired café and […]
WHSmith North America has adde eight new concepts to the company’s portfolio at Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ), the primary international airport serving the US state of New Mexico. The new concepts are Duke City Station, Museum of New Mexico Foundation Shops, Los Poblanos, InMotion, Great Hall Landing, Globo Mercado, Nob Hill Necessities and Roadrunner Express. […]
The Asia Pacific Travel Retail Association (APTRA) has welcomed the announcement of a 50% increase in the airport arrivals duty free value allowance for international passengers, who are residents or tourists of Indian origin, from INR 50000 to 75000 (around $820). For foreign tourists the arrivals duty free allowance has increased by 66.6% from 15000 […]
International travellers departing Brisbane can now enjoy Brooki Bakehouse’s cult-favourite cookies on the go, with the viral social media sensation unveiling the world’s first Brooki Bakehouse cookie vending machine, at Brisbane Airport. The new Brisbane outpost will give travellers 24/7 access to the signature chunky cookies, with each cookie freshly baked, sealed for freshness and […]
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has added to its retail offerings with the opening of a new 7-Eleven. Conveniently located pre-security in front of baggage claim 15 and 16, Sea-Tac claims that the new store will bring 24/7 convenience to travellers and airport employees at one of the busiest travel hubs in the pacific northwest. The outlet officially […]
SSP America today opened a Buddy’s Detroit-Style Pizza at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). “Detroit-style pizza is more than a meal, it’s part of this city’s identity,” said Buddy’s Detroit-Style Pizza vice president of marketing, Michelle Lawton. “Bringing Buddy’s to DTW gives us the opportunity to introduce travellers to an authentic Detroit experience, combining […]
