Playful with plush
Merchandising
July 10, 2026
When park retailers find playful ways to showcase plush, it easily becomes a top-performing category.
Las Vegas Market plans fresh debuts and experiences
Events
July 9, 2026
The July 26-30 market in Las Vegas will feature expanded sourcing experiences and the rebranded First Finds temporaries.
Merry and bright
Product Trends
July 9, 2026
Memory-making merchandise and loyal customers keep Christmas retail thriving all year long.
Natural attractions
Merchandising
July 9, 2026
Having a strategy to show off rocks, gems and minerals pays off for destination retailers.
Close encounters
Profiles
July 9, 2026
Inside Roswell’s UFO Museum and Research Center, alien lore and out-of-this-world souvenirs keep curiosity in orbit.
Natural winners
Product Trends
July 9, 2026
Several themes seem to go over big at zoo stores, including small-sized options, soft plush, squishy souvenirs and conservation-focused finds.
Making moves
Sidebar
July 9, 2026
Serving up nostalgia
Profiles
July 9, 2026
A roadside promise built on free ice water became one of America’s most iconic retail stops where nostalgia, scale and a disciplined approach to souvenirs still drive millions of visits.
Sunshine Award Winner: The Lakehaus Gifts + Goods
Sunshine Award Winner Profiles
July 8, 2026
The Lakehaus Gifts + Goods offers a welcoming retail hub.
Embrace some squishy sensations
Trend Talk
July 8, 2026
Embrace trendy squishable souvenirs in your stores.
Taking note of tourist patterns
Savvy Shopkeeping
July 8, 2026
Take note of tourist patterns and shopping behaviors.
Refining your checkout process
Attraction Action
July 8, 2026
Refining your checkout process can improve the shopping experience.
Remembering Larry
Editor's Letter
July 8, 2026
Remembering Larry White, SGN’s longtime advertising director.
Ivystone teams with NY NOW to rebuild Northeast Gift & Home Show
Events
July 1, 2026
NY NOW plans to bring back respected brands and buyers to New York’s wholesale marketplace.
Avolta wins travel retail contract at Orlando International Airport
Retailer News
June 26, 2026
The company is developing five stores with some of the retail concepts rooted in Orlando and Florida.
Atlanta Market and Atlanta Apparel open Summer 2026 buying season with strong momentum
Events
June 18, 2026
Total buying accounts increased slightly at the June 9-14 co-located events.
Jax Ryan Jewelry releases licensed university and pro sports jewelry line
Wholesaler News
June 18, 2026
The new jewelry collections feature trend-setting pieces with licensed university and professional sports logos.
In memoriam: Larry White
Profiles
June 17, 2026
The longtime Souvenirs, Gifts & Novelties advertising director spent more than three decades building relationships and leaving a lasting mark on the gift and souvenir industry.
Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show celebrates 20th anniversary
Events
June 17, 2026
Show organizers anticipate over 600 exhibitors at the 20th annual event in Las Vegas.
NY NOW adds to sales and marketing team
Events
June 16, 2026
The trade show has also unveiled a refreshed brand identity.
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