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Domestic travel expected to increase in fall
Business
Sept. 27, 2024
AAA reports that both domestic flights and cruise bookings are up for this fall compared with last year.
Surf Expo September signals renewed industry optimism
Events
Sept. 26, 2024
Attendance up 7% year over year with new surf brands emerging among the 650-plus exhibiting companies.
Atlanta Market to provide must-see muses across gift and home categories at Winter 2025 Edition
Events
Sept. 26, 2024
Registration is now open for the Winter 2025 buying event at AmericasMart Atlanta.
Eleven Lakes Market debuts storefront in Corning, New York
Retailer News
Sept. 26, 2024
The destination retailer and wholesaler will also use the new space for classes and events.
SSA Group partners with Wild Republic to recycle plush
Retailer News
Sept. 25, 2024
The companies have rolled out the Zero Waste Box program for plush at six zoo locations across the country.
Heart on Main Street webinar offers tips for driving sales during the holiday season
Presentation
Sept. 24, 2024
Georganne Bender of Kizer & Bender suggested ways retailers can improve the presentation of their storefronts ahead of the busy holiday season during Sept. 18 webinar.
ZAG offers education, networking at Tennessee trade shows
Events
Sept. 24, 2024
The Zoo, Aquarium & Garden Buyers Group is also hosting its Annual Member Meeting during the IGES show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
SSA Group named first corporate member of Aquarium Conservation Partnership
Retailer News
Sept. 17, 2024
The partnership is focused on improving ocean health through programs that reduce plastic waste, protect marine wildlife and promote sustainability.
ZAG plans several networking events for Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show
Events
Sept. 13, 2024
The trade show will also offer two educational sessions featuring the former ZAG president Tommy Brown of the Saint Louis Zoo.
Sticking around
Product Trends
Sept. 3, 2024
Tap into the timeless popularity of stickers, pins, buttons, patches and other affixables.
Heart on main street: Exploring downtowns in Wisconsin, Texas, Illinois, Indiana and Oklahoma.
On the Road: Heart on Main Street
Sept. 3, 2024
Heart on Main Street’s Executive Director Patrick Keiser visits a different community to feature the downtown area and its retailers through their social media channels.
The Next Exit: Trolling for an eclectic time
Profiles
Sept. 3, 2024
The Troll Hole Museum & Gift Shop is chock full of all-things-troll and souvenirs galore to round out the experience.
The roots of retail
Store Themes
Sept. 3, 2024
General stores remind customers of simpler times with their old-fashioned decor and expansive merchandise assortment.
A winning combination
Profiles
Sept. 3, 2024
The bistro-and-boutique combination makes On the Bay a festive destination for diners and shoppers alike.
Personal and popular
Product Trends
Sept. 3, 2024
Gifts and souvenirs that have a person’s name or other special way of speaking to an individual can rack up sales for destination retailers.
Refreshing ideas
Product Trends
Sept. 3, 2024
Customers love collecting drinkware of all kinds to commemorate their trips.
Good vibes in Lake Tahoe
Profiles
Sept. 3, 2024
Blue Pebbles sets the tone for rest, relaxation and recreation in its Heavenly Village shop.
Reminders from the resort
Product Trends
Sept. 3, 2024
A mix of name-dropped souvenirs and unique gifts are sure to sell at resort gift shops.
Blow plush displays out of the water
Merchandising
Sept. 3, 2024
Aquarium and rescue center gift shops take pride in how they organize and display ever-popular plush.
Honoring memories
Profiles
Sept. 3, 2024
Canyon Rim Gifts carries on a tradition of offering an eclectic mix of souvenirs, gifts and fascinating tokens of time in West Virginia.
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