Megan Smalley
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
Blasting off into fun
Product Trends
May 1, 2025
Kids’ attraction gift shops offer popular, nostalgic and eco-friendly items themed to the destination.
Keepin‘ it beachy
Product Trends
May 1, 2025
Stand out from the beach store next door with a combination of tried and true styles and newer trending pieces.
Enhancing the visitor experience
Product Trends
May 1, 2025
Park retailers put immense thought into the merchandise at their shops, making sure souvenirs big and small connect well to these awe-inspiring destinations.
Thrilling threads
Product Trends
Nov. 5, 2024
Theme parks are stepping up their games with apparel that includes the latest trends while still making a great ride souvenir.
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.
Refreshing ideas
Product Trends
Sept. 3, 2024
Customers love collecting drinkware of all kinds to commemorate their trips.
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.
Sincere Surroundings cleans up from flash flooding
Wholesaler News
July 16, 2024
The company’s building flooded in the aftermath of heavy rainstorms in late June in northwest Iowa.
Create a sense of place
Sidebar
July 3, 2024
Offer some essentials
Sidebar
July 3, 2024
Show off the shirts
Merchandising
July 3, 2024
Well-organized apparel displays can help destination retailers boost apparel sales.
’Tis always the season
Product Trends
July 3, 2024
Vacationers and tourists are seeking ornaments and holiday-themed souvenirs and gifts now that they can enjoy later.
A sweet spot in Park City
Profiles
July 3, 2024
For 40 years, Dugins West has been a go-to shop for souvenirs in Park City, Utah.
Jewelry to roar about
Product Trends
July 3, 2024
Zoo gift shops are finding success with trending jewelry styles, animal themes and conservation brands that appeal to a diverse crowd.
For the thrill of it
Product Trends
July 3, 2024
Amusement park souvenirs are tasked with reminding customers of the exciting experiences on favorite rides and attractions.
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