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Twenty years on record: DivinaLaw at 20
MANILA, Philippines — On April 17, titans of industry, leaders in government and familiar faces from the world of entertainment moved through the grand ballroom of Shangri-La The Fort with easy familiarity, alongside colleagues, clients and friends who had, in one way or another, become part of the firm's unfolding story. At first glance, it seemed like any other anniversary celebration. But beneath the surface of the evening was something quieter and more enduring.
Twenty years on record: DivinaLaw at 20
MANILA, Philippines — On April 17, titans of industry, leaders in government and familiar faces from the world of entertainment moved through the grand ballroom of Shangri-La The Fort with easy familiarity, alongside colleagues, clients and friends who had, in one way or another, become part of the firm’s unfolding story. At first glance, it seemed like any other anniversary celebration. But beneath the surface of the evening was something quieter and more enduring.
On location: The Shilla Duty Free unveils new-look Changi Airport Terminal 1 store amid Disney Zootopia launch
SINGAPORE. The Shilla Duty Free has unveiled its newly refurbished departure transit store in Changi Airport Terminal 1 – the first in a series of planned revamps across the travel hub – as it welcomes the start of the festive season. From 20 November to 5 January the retailer is spotlighting Disney film Zootopia, with themed in-store activities and limited-edition merchandise across all four Changi terminals.
Royal Selangor celebrates 140 years amid strong post-pandemic recovery
MALAYSIA. Leading Malaysian pewterware specialist Royal Selangor is experiencing a strong post-pandemic recovery, supported by the opening of its outlet in Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 this year. Passenger traffic in KLIA T1 rose +9.9% to 30.1 million in the first half of 2025, coinciding with a recent RM30 million (US$7 million) upgrade.
DENIZEN marks exclusive Drukair inflight listing in partnership with King Power Traveler
BHUTAN. Destination jewellery specialist DENIZEN has launched an exclusive listing onboard Drukair Royal Bhutan Airlines in partnership with King Power Traveler. Starting this month, Drukair passengers can purchase a gold-plated bracelet from DENIZEN’s Voyage collection depicting Druk the Thunder Dragon – a national and cultural symbol of Bhutan.
Neesh Perfumes expands niche fragrance presence with Cochin Duty Free launch
INDIA. Luxury fragrance house Neesh Perfumes has launched in Cochin Duty Free at Cochin International Airport, Kerala – the first Indian niche fragrance brand to be introduced at the location. With a heritage of more than 121 years, Neesh collaborates with award-winning master perfumers to ensure that “every creation meets the highest standards of global niche perfumery”. All Neesh fragrances are crafted in extrait de parfum concentration.
Four-time NBA champion Tony Parker joins TFWA World Conference 2025 speaker line-up
FRANCE. TFWA has announced an update to its TFWA World Conference 2025 programme – four-time NBA champion, entrepreneur and philanthropist Tony Parker will be joining the speaker line-up on Monday 29 September. Parker, whose career has spanned the high-pressure world of elite sport and the equally demanding sphere of international business, will bring a fresh perspective on leadership, resilience and teamwork.
DENIZEN expands partnership with Avolta in Bali travel retail
INDONESIA. DENIZEN has expanded its partnership with Avolta in Bali with a second point-of-sale at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, following a successful launch with the travel retailer earlier this year. The destination jewellery brand is now available at the airport’s Bali Collection store, where it is showcasing an assortment designed in collaboration with Avolta’s Bali team. Accompanied by mural advertising, the collection features designs that resonate with both visitors and locals.
Philip Morris International launches limited-edition Terea Kiwami in Japan travel retail
Philip Morris International Global Travel Retail (PMI GTR) has launched Terea Kiwami, a limited-edition packaging of its Terea heated tobacco sticks range, in Japan’s travel retail and domestic channels. The Terea Kiwami Edition – along with seven top-selling Terea SKUs tailored for IQOS ILUMA i devices – is now available across key travel retail locations, including Narita, Haneda, Kansai, Chubu Centrair and New Chitose airports.
DENIZEN expands cruise retail presence in the Mediterranean and the Arctic
DENIZEN has expanded its cruise retail presence this summer, with its destination jewellery collections being sold onboard Mystic Cruises and Nicko Cruises. The brand’s signature Voyage range – for Italy, Spain, Greece and Norway – and new Passport charm collection are featured on Mystic Cruises’ boutique expedition cruise ship World Navigator and Nicko Cruises’ flagship vessel Vasco da Gama.
Viña Don Melchor and CDFG unveil first release of limited-edition ‘The Parcels’ series
CHINA. Viña Don Melchor, a subsidiary of Concha y Toro Group, has partnered China Duty Free Group (CDFG) to exclusively launch DM/01 Vintage 2022, the first release in Don Melchor’s limited-edition ‘The Parcels’ series. Originating from Parcel No. 1 of the Don Melchor Vineyard in Chile’s Puente Alto, DM/01 Vintage 2022 release is limited to 6,000 bottles worldwide, with 600 available in China exclusively through CDFG.
#SkincareForDownThere: Saforelle spotlights the intimate care gap in travel retail in Cannes
French intimate hygiene care brand Saforelle is set to make a statement during the TFWA World Exhibition and Conference in Cannes with an exclusive advertising campaign, #SkincareForDownThere. With a presence in more than 50 countries, Saforelle is bringing intimate care into the travel retail conversation with a reminder that intimate care is an essential part of women’s well-being – whether at home or travelling.
TFWA reveals networking programme details for 2025 World Exhibition & Conference
FRANCE. Tax Free World Association (TFWA)has released details of the networking programme for the TFWA World Exhibition & Conference 2025, taking place from 28 September to 2 October at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes. As part of TFWA’s ongoing support for the ‘Yes We Cannes!’ inclusive sports programme, the week will kick off with a blind football and wheelchair rugby tournament on Sunday 28 September.
‘The Privileged Moment’: Moët Hennessy unveils personalised luxury experience for Hennessy Paradis
Moët Hennessy Travel Retail has unveiled ‘The Privileged Moment’, an invitation-only consultation and tasting of the rare Cognac Hennessy Paradis, designed exclusively for Hennessy’s Very Important Clients (VICs) and the travel retail channel.
Airports as Artports: Dubai Airports exhibition celebrates creativity of ‘artists of determination’
Airports have a key role to play in championing a city’s or country’s craft, culture, tastes and traditions. For visitors they offer the first and last impression of the locality, for that city’s citizens they provide a source of civic pride. An arts & culture programme connects passengers to a place in the same way an airport connects them to the world. Many airport companies embrace that role with pride and passion. UAE.
Plaza Premium Group welcomes first guest to Aerotel Shanghai at Pudong International Airport
CHINA. Leading airport hospitality services provider Plaza Premium Group (PPG) has launched Aerotel Shanghai, bringing the global airport transit hotel concept to Shanghai Pudong International Airport Terminal 2. The launch is a “significant milestone” for PPG, further strengthening its global service network. The property is the Aerotel brand’s tenth location worldwide and second in mainland China, marking its first entry into Shanghai.
DENIZEN marks ten years in duty free with fresh collections at TFWA in Cannes
Leading destination jewellery specialist DENIZEN will showcase a series of new launches at the 2025 TFWA World Exhibition as it celebrates a decade in duty free (Yellow Village D35). With its sense of place-focused customised, location-exclusive collections, DENIZEN has continued to build strong momentum in travel retail with new retailers while strengthening its existing partnerships globally.
Molton Brown spotlights latest Artists of Note edition in Avolta summer campaign
UK. British luxury fragrance brand Molton Brown has introduced a series of ‘Must Have Tables’ with Avolta-owned World Duty Free as part of its Summer 2025 campaign to support its Mesmerising Oudh Accord & Gold fragrance. The displays are live at London Stansted and London Heathrow T2 and T5 from 5 August until 3 September, coinciding with the peak summer travelling season.
Travel Blue debuts Memory Collections in Southeast Asia with WHSmith
ASIA PACIFIC. Travel accessories specialist Travel Blue has launched its backpacks and Memory Collections range at WHSmith’s new Travel Essentials concept stores in Southeast Asia – beginning at Singapore Changi Airport. The rollout at Changi spans all four terminals, with lightbox displays located at the front of the Travel Essentials stores in T3 and T4.
The Dalmore unveils second release of The Portfolio Series
Whyte & Mackay-owned The Dalmore has unveiled The Portfolio Series 2025, the second release of its travel retail-exclusive Portfolio Series. It will debut in global travel retail on 1 September at Singapore Changi Airport – the prestige Scotch whisky single malt brand’s first ever pop-up at the airport – in partnership with Lotte Duty Free. This exclusive one-month activation will be followed by a roll-out to additional international hub airports from October.
Kurate International returns to TFWA Cannes with Belle & Beau amid global expansion
Watch and jewellery specialist Kurate International will unveil new travel retail-exclusive products from jewellery brand Belle & Beau in its return to the upcoming TFWA World Exhibition (Green Village K56). With its accessible luxury offering of high-quality, trend-led collections, Belle & Beau has continued to build strong momentum in global travel retail while strengthening its presence with existing and new retail partners.
Unearthing the role of soils in urban climate resilience planning - Nature Sustainability
Urban soils are often overlooked in climate resilience planning and policy. We advocate for a broader framing of urban soils within an equity-centred social ecological framework that acknowledges the role of soils as essential infrastructure and enhances investment to maximize their benefits towards resilient urban futures.
I went on a no buy for clothes in 2021
I went all of 2021 without buying clothes that I didn't need. Fine, I did buy one pair of Thinx underwear, but I had a decent coupon code and it was on sale. Does underwear count as clothes? I've tried in the past to buy less clothes (attempt #1, #2, #3), but none of it really lasted. I decided 2021 was going to be different. I made this my new year's resolution because I spent $2,120 on clothing in 2020 with all of the COVID online sales.
The Mount Sinai Scandal Shows Everything Wrong With US Health Care
Left Voice speaks with a physician who has worked for several years in hospitals throughout New York City. With the physician’s experience as a healthcare provider, they give a riveting account of everything that is wrong with the U.S. healthcare system and how capitalism creates these conditions. What do you make of the recent scandal involving the Mount Sinai Emergency Department?
WATCH: Trump Impeachment Inquiry Hearings
The fifth day of televised impeachment hearings have begun into whether President Trump withheld military aid from Ukraine to pressure the Ukrainian president to investigate his political rival Joe Biden and his son. It is only the third time in U.S. history there have been televised impeachment hearings. Stay in the loop Never miss the news and analysis you care about.
House Democrats Approve Trump Impeachment Inquiry Resolution
Rep. Jim McGovern, chair of the House Rules Committee, delivers remarks during Thursday's floor debate on the Trump impeachment inquiry resolution.C-SPAN The Democratic-controlled U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday voted to approve a resolution put forth by Democrats that will dictate the rules and processes of the official impeachment inquiry aimed at President Donald Trump.
Families Torn Apart by the U.S.’s Deadly Immigration Policy
From babies to teenagers, the Trump administration continues to rip thousands of immigrant children away from their parents at the border. Despite a court order to halt the process, this inhumane policy of family separation continues. Six immigrant children have died in U.S. detention since Trump took office. Six families will never be reunited. Families belong together. What will it take to stop the Trump administration and it’s racist policies?
Brazilian spirit: Havaianas builds on brand awareness to drive growth in Asia Pacific - The Moodie Davitt Report
Brazilian flip flop and sandal brand Havaianas has underlined travel retail as a priority channel for expansion as it accelerates its growth in Asia Pacific. As reported, Havaianas made its debut at the TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition last month. Owned by São Paulo-based footwear company Alpargatas, Havaianas was launched in 1962 as a basic functional slipper but became popularised as a fashion item in the mid-1990s. Today, 240 million pairs of Havaianas are sold annually in more than 100 countries.
Interview: Viña Concha y Toro aims to lead the way for South American wines in travel retail - The Moodie Davitt Report
Viña Concha y Toro underlined its travel retail ambitions with its debut at the TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition earlier this month, where it presented its first channel-exclusive range and diverse wine portfolio. Asian ambition: Viña Concha y Toro makes a statement with its TFWA Asia Pacific stand. The company, which has its Asia Pacific headquarters in Singapore, was founded in 1883 and is today Latin America’s leading wine producer and one of the world’s top five wine companies.
Lights, Camera, Action: L’Oréal Travel Retail brings red-carpet experience to Hainan with Armani Box pop-up - The Moodie Davitt Report
CHINA. L’Oréal Travel Retail has launched Giorgio Armani Beauty’s travelling pop-up store, Armani Box, on China’s Hainan Island. Open until 31 May in China Duty Free Group’s Sanya International Duty Free Shopping Complex (CDF Mall), the one-month animation marks the second time Armani Box has landed in Haitang Bay.
Davidoff opens a new chapter with Cool Water Intense fragrance launch - The Moodie Davitt Report
by Melody Ng melody.ng.wanhui@gmail.com Source: ©The Moodie Davitt Report 29 May 2019 Coty is set to launch Davidoff Cool Water Intense in travel retail. The new fragrance for men and women will roll out in Europe on 3 June and in the US on 15 July. The launch opens a new chapter in Davidoff’s history, the brand said, following the release of Cool Water over 30 years ago. In 1988, Pierre Bourdon combined the dihydromyrcenol molecule with lavender to create a refreshing new fougère.
Run Wild: Coty unveils new Davidoff fragrances for men and women - The Moodie Davitt Report
by Melody Ng melody.ng.wanhui@gmail.com Source: ©The Moodie Davitt Report 23 May 2019 Coty has introduced Davidoff Run Wild, a new line of fragrances for men and women from Davidoff Parfums, in travel retail. Run Wild is said to be Davidoff Parfums’ “boldest project since the launch of Cool Water” in 1988, according to the brand. The Run Wild men’s fragrance was developed by Alexandra Carlin and Pierre Gueros. It blends more than six natural ingredients to create an aromatic spicy scent.
Coty launches new Boss Bottled Infinite fragrance in travel retail - The Moodie Davitt Report
by Melody Ng melody.ng.wanhui@gmail.com Source: ©The Moodie Davitt Report 21 May 2019 Coty has expanded Hugo Boss’s fragrance range with the launch of Boss Bottled Infinite in global travel retail. Crafted by master perfumer Annick Menardo, the new edp is the first fine fragrance to use diamond technology, which makes the top and heart notes last longer on skin and helps maintain the initial scent’s signature, said Coty.
TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition visitors show healthy year-on-year growth - The Moodie Davitt Report
by Melody Ng melody.ng.wanhui@gmail.com Source: ©The Moodie Davitt Report 17 May 2019 SINGAPORE. Visitor numbers at this year’s TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition (as of the close of Wednesday 15 May) were up by 7.5% to 3,260, according to provisional attendance figures from TFWA. “We are already well above the final figures from last year,” said TFWA President Alain Maingreaud during the closing press conference.
TFWA Asia Pacific Conference: Asia’s buoyant travel market and the changing face of travel retail - The Moodie Davitt Report
SINGAPORE. The TFWA Asia Pacific Conference 2019 took place yesterday (13 May) with a new, plenary-only format covering a range of topics from new advances in retail, sustainability, regulation and people development. The first plenary session, moderated by TFWA Managing Director John Rimmer, kicked off with an upbeat opening address on travel and travel retail in the region by TFWA President Alain Maingreaud.
Viña Concha y Toro and DFS bring the Devil’s Cellar to Changi Airport - The Moodie Davitt Report
SINGAPORE. Latin America’s leading wine producer Viña Concha y Toro has partnered with DFS Group to launch the travel retail-exclusive Route of Cabernet Sauvignon from Casillero del Diablo. For the month of April, the range was available as a world-first exclusive in DFS at Singapore Changi Airport, one month prior to a global travel retail roll-out.
“Journey before the journey”: DFS launches The Whisky Festival with pop-up speakeasy bar in Changi first - The Moodie Davitt Report
SINGAPORE. DFS Group has launched the fourth edition of The Whisky Festival at Singapore Changi Airport, where it unveiled its first-ever pop-up bar at the Terminal 3 Departure Transit Hall. Taking on a deconstructed whisky cask theme, the Festival “aims to demystify the whisky-making process”, drawing inspiration from cask maturation and its impact on colour, aroma and taste.
Coty extends Burberry Her line with launch of Burberry Her Blossom - The Moodie Davitt Report
by Melody Ng melody.ng.wanhui@gmail.com Source: ©The Moodie Davitt Report 2 April 2019 Coty has introduced Burberry Her Blossom, which follows the launch of the British brand’s new pillar fragrance, Burberry Her Eau de Parfum, last year. Created by perfumer Francis Kurkdjian, the new edt is a light and fruity fragrance. It has top notes of mandarin and pink peppercorn, heart notes of plum blossom and peony, and base notes of musk and sandalwood.
Interview: Provenance and the personal touch as DFS raises the bar at Masters of Wines and Spirits - The Moodie Davitt Report
True discovery is a rare experience. A unique and individual journey, inspired by our legacy of adventure. We invite you to explore the exceptional and unexpected, and experience the legacy of generations. A global selection with a personal touch, transforming your world with the best DFS has to offer.
Bvlgari invites Changi travellers to #CHOOSEYOURTREAT at world’s first Omnia Pasticceria pop-up - The Moodie Davitt Report
SINGAPORE. Bvlgari has opened its first Omnia Pasticceria pop-up store in Asia Pacific at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 3, in partnership with The Shilla Duty Free and Changi Airport Group. Opened on 18 March and running till 14 April, the pop-up store is being supported by Bvlgari’s new #CHOOSEYOURTREAT global campaign, which invites consumers to indulge in the maison’s Omnia fragrance collection. The new Bvlgari campaign reimagines Omnia fragrances as candy-coloured confections.
A show of mastery: Tasting and digital experiences to the fore at eighth DFS Masters of Wines and Spirits - The Moodie Davitt Report
SINGAPORE. DFS Group, in partnership with Changi Airport Group, hosted its annual Masters of Wines and Spirits event in Singapore over the weekend (23–24 March). Now in its eighth edition, the event showcased a curated collection of 140 rare and fine whiskies, wines, Cognacs and Champagnes. Singapore’s state-of-the-art Infinite Studios was transformed into an immersive and interactive space for DFS Group’s eighth annual Masters of Wines and Spirits.
Coty launches Calvin Klein Eternity summer edition for 2019 - The Moodie Davitt Report
by Melody Ng melody.ng.wanhui@gmail.com Source: ©The Moodie Davitt Report 22 March 2019 Coty has introduced the limited-edition summer fragrances from the Calvin Klein Eternity line for 2019. Available in 100ml, Calvin Klein Eternity Summer is now available in travel retail in Europe, and will launch in US travel retail on 1 April. Calvin Klein Eternity Summer captures the essence of the ocean and the long summer days.
Coty updates Chloé Nomade with new edt - The Moodie Davitt Report
by Melody Ng melody.ng.wanhui@gmail.com Source: ©The Moodie Davitt Report 21 March 2019 Coty has introduced Chloé Nomade Eau de Toilette, a solar interpretation of the Nomade edp launched last year. It is now available in US, Europe and Asia Pacific travel retail. As reported, the original Nomade edp was created by perfumer Quentin Bisch using natural ingredients. The new fragrance opens with notes of lychee, described as “the essence of radiant femininity”, followed by freesia and oak moss.
Femininity and strength: Coty unveils Calvin Klein Women edt - The Moodie Davitt Report
by Melody Ng melody.ng.wanhui@gmail.com Source: ©The Moodie Davitt Report 20 March 2019 Coty has introduced Calvin Klein Women Eau de Toilette, following last year’s launch of Calvin Klein Women, the brand’s first fragrance developed under the vision of Chief Creative Officer Raf Simons. It is now available in travel retail in the USA, Asia Pacific and Europe. The new fragrance continues the #IAMWOMEN conversation that began with Calvin Klein Women Eau de Parfum, said the brand.
Tiffany & Co. launches new Sheer fragrance into travel retail - The Moodie Davitt Report
by Melody Ng melody.ng.wanhui@gmail.com Source: ©The Moodie Davitt Report 19 March 2019 Coty has launched a new fragrance from American jeweller Tiffany & Co., Sheer, into global travel retail. Following the launches of Tiffany & Co. Eau de Parfum and Tiffany & Co. Eau de Parfum Intense, the new edt is said to be a bright and sparkling interpretation of the signature fragrance. Tiffany Sheer: a bright and sparkling interpretation of the house’s signature fragrance.
The Shilla Duty Free captures the power of ginseng with exclusive Sulwhasoo set - The Moodie Davitt Report
by Melody Ng melody.ng.wanhui@gmail.com Source: ©The Moodie Davitt Report 15 March 2019 SOUTH KOREA. The Shilla Duty Free has collaborated with Korean skincare brand Sulwhasoo to launch a limited-edition First Care Capturing Moment & Concentrated Ginseng Skincare Set. The anti-aging skincare set will be exclusively available from today at the retailer’s stores in Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong and Macau, priced at US$187, S$256, HK$1450 and MOP$1494 respectively.
Elizabeth Arden celebrates #WhiteTeaMoments with world’s first White Tea House pop-up at Changi Airport - The Moodie Davitt Report
SINGAPORE. Elizabeth Arden has partnered Changi Airport Group and The Shilla Duty Free to pre-launch its two new White Tea fragrances at Singapore Changi Airport, where they will be exclusively available until 31 March. To celebrate this travel retail-exclusive pre-launch, the Revlon-owned beauty brand has created the world’s first Elizabeth Arden White Tea House pop-up, highlighting the new White Tea Wild Rose and White Tea Vanilla Orchid fragrances.
#ShuRedPlayground: shu uemura and Lotte Duty Free celebrate blockbuster RD163 launch with red-hot pop-up in Seoul - The Moodie Davitt Report
SOUTH KOREA. shu uemura, the L’Oréal-owned makeup brand from Tokyo, celebrated the launch of its new RD163 red lip colour with a major pop-up in Seoul last weekend, held in partnership with Lotte Duty Free. In line with its ‘Play, create and master your own beauty’ brand motto, shu uemura transformed Lotte Duty Free’s Star Lounge VIP customer facility at the travel retailer’s Myeong-dong store into the Shu Red Playground.
Two Libraries to Remain Open For Extended Finals Week Hours
POTS: 24 Hour Libraries Back UC Berkeley students talk about the re-opening of the 24 hour libraries during finals week. The Doe and Moffitt Libraries received an anonymous donation of $30,000 on Oct. 2 that will keep them open 24-hours during finals for the fall and spring semesters. The funding was secured after ASUC President Will Smelko met with Chancellor Robert Birgeneau last Friday and advocated for the libraries to remain open as usual during finals.
On location: Coty and Shilla reach for the MIUn with Miu Miu Twist launch at Changi - The Moodie Davitt Report
SINGAPORE. Coty Travel Retail Asia Pacific, The Shilla Duty Free and Changi Airport Group celebrated the pre-launch of the new Miu Miu Twist fragrance with an official opening ceremony last week. As reported, the feminine fragrance debuted on 18 January at The Shilla Duty Free stores at Singapore Changi Airport, where it was exclusively available for two weeks before rolling out to other travel retail locations.
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