Megan Smalley
An idea takes flight
Profiles
July 13, 2026
Plenty Mercantile shares how an idea for an airport store turned into a reality in 2023 and the benefits of these new partnerships.
Plenty of sustainability
Sidebar
July 13, 2026
Iconic stop with a new shop
Sidebar
July 10, 2026
Highway highlights
Merchandising
July 10, 2026
As Route 66 celebrates its centennial, destination retailers help travelers remember the occasion with souvenirs and mementos.
One unique boutique
Profiles
July 10, 2026
Majestic Meadows combines animal encounters with boutique retail finds for a one-of-a-kind farm experience.
Playful with plush
Merchandising
July 10, 2026
When park retailers find playful ways to showcase plush, it easily becomes a top-performing category.
Natural attractions
Merchandising
July 9, 2026
Having a strategy to show off rocks, gems and minerals pays off for destination retailers.
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
Miracle Flights and Paradies Lagardere celebrate one-year partnership
Retailer News
June 15, 2026
Paradies Lagardere airport retail sales of Skyler plush toy help to provide free commercial flights for kids in need of life-changing medical care.
SGN and Seaside Retailer win 2026 Azbee Awards for editorial excellence
Business
June 9, 2026
The publications received one national award and several regional awards for editorial and design excellence.
Coastal Connections Conference announces 2026 speaker lineup
Events
May 20, 2026
The show will feature eight expert-led educational sessions designed specifically to help coastal retailers thrive.
Filled with faith
Product Trends
May 4, 2026
Incorporating inspirational and faith-based gifts serves customers looking for encouraging keepsakes and gifts to share with loved ones back home.
Making a faith statement with merchandise
Sidebar
May 4, 2026
A coastal concept
Profiles
May 4, 2026
Cuffy’s of Cape Cod invites guests to enjoy experiential retail from the outside to the inside of the 20,000-square-foot store.
Trailside treasures
Product Trends
May 4, 2026
Travel-sized souvenirs like stickers and magnets go over big with visitors to park stores, along with some unique products made locally or that prioritize sustainability.
Mindful merchandising
Sidebar
Oct. 28, 2025
Wall-to-wall success
Product Trends
Oct. 28, 2025
Offering classic destination-themed art along with intriguing signs can help destination retailers develop a strong-performing category with good profit margins.
Wild winners
Product Trends
Oct. 28, 2025
These standout souvenirs that capture animal encounters take the top prize at zoo gift shops.
Top Toy Trends of 2025
Sidebar
May 1, 2025
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