HDS Retail North America has brought four new concepts to Vancouver International (YVR).
Virgin Books and Entertainment, Brookstone, Fruits & Passion, and Explore Sea to Sky opened July 2 in the post-security area of the expansion of the domestic terminal building.
The Virgin Books & Entertainment/Brookstone combination inline store is the first in Canada and includes books, DVDs, CDs and accessories, as well as Brookstone’s unique selection of items.
Fruits & Passion offers body care, kitchen and atmosphere products; Explore Sea to Sky shows the culture and artisan skills of the city and surrounding areas with products for the home and personal accessories.
“HDS Retail is thrilled to be part of the new Domestic Terminal expansion and our new specialty retail concepts are a great addition to the news and gift and bookstores that we currently operate in Vancouver International Airport,” says Gerry Savaria, president and CEO of HDS Retail. “We look forward to supporting YVR and the city of Vancouver as they get ready to welcome the world during the upcoming Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, and for many years beyond.”
The more than 4,000 sq. ft. of retail space is reflective of Whistler Village, the main theme for the airport in that area.
“We’re pleased that HDS Retail has chosen to expand its concession program at Vancouver International Airport with these four new retail concepts,” says Tony Gugliotta, senior vice president of marketing and commercial development for the Vancouver Airport Authority. “The range of premium products offered by these
new stores is sure to be well-received by our domestic travelers.”
