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NRF anticipates holiday spending to surpass $1 trillion in 2025
Business
Nov. 6, 2025
Consumers plan to spend just over $840 per person on average this year on holiday gifts, food, decorations and other seasonal items.
The Gathering recognizes industry excellence with awards
Events
Nov. 5, 2025
The awards honored the contributions, achievements and dedication of individuals and teams within the gift and souvenir industry.
Surf Expo celebrates 50 years at 2026 events
Events
Nov. 5, 2025
The trade show is also expanding its Shoreline Outdoor category, which bridges surf, coastal and outdoor lifestyles.
Smoky Mountain Gift Show celebrates 60th anniversary
Events
Nov. 5, 2025
The Smoky Mountain Gift Show kicks off Nov. 5 at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
Sun and Surf Beach Shop reopens and grows after hurricanes Helene and Milton
Retailer News
Oct. 31, 2025
Anna Maria Island, Florida, retailer anticipates growth after reopening and changing its merchandise presentation earlier this year.
Secrets of metrics
Business
Oct. 29, 2025
Grow your retail business with a balanced approach to hard and soft KPIs.
Sweets, snacks and sauces, oh my!
Trends
Oct. 29, 2025
Food is a growing category for coastal retailers who want to share favorite flavors from their beachy spots.
One sweet idea
Profiles
Oct. 29, 2025
Sea Shack Candy Co. blends Swedish confections with charm for a new destination candy shop that delights locals and visitors in Carmel, California.
Keeping up with the kids
Trends
Oct. 29, 2025
Kids’ products from toys to apparel and accessories are exploding in coastal areas, and retailers can join in on the fun.
The power of place
Merchandising
Oct. 29, 2025
Three destinations, three ways: coastal retailers share how thoughtful name-drop presentations mixing place-based products with an array of gifts inspire more buys.
Making retail sparkle
Profiles
Oct. 29, 2025
At Emporium@C’s, Orange Beach, Alabama, and Perdido Key, Florida, locations, every day feels like a parade — sequins, sparkle and coastal flair included.
Over 21 million Americans projected to cruise in 2026
Business
Oct. 28, 2025
AAA forecasts that 20.7 million Americans will embark on cruises this year and over 21.7 million in 2026.
New Mote SEA attraction comes with brand new gift shop
Retailer News
Oct. 28, 2025
Local and sustainable souvenirs are front and center in the gift shop at this new aquarium in Sarasota, Florida.
Starfish Award Winner: The Cottage Shop
Starfish Award Winner Profiles
Oct. 28, 2025
Giving back is stitched into the fabric of The Cottage Shop’s Outer Banks existence.
ANDMORE launches “The Market Makers” podcast
Business
Oct. 27, 2025
The weekly podcast will feature business leaders shaping the future of the design, furniture, lifestyle and home industries.
Crane Point Museum & Nature Center revamps gift shop
Retailer News
Oct. 21, 2025
The renovated store matches the color scheme and theme throughout the recently redesigned museum.
Guy Harvey teams with Hedley & Bennett to release marine-themed apron
Wholesaler News
Oct. 10, 2025
The new Hedley & Bennett aprons feature Guy Harvey’s archived scribble fish print.
Heart on Main Street wins 2026 HEARTS Award
Events
Oct. 10, 2025
The nonprofit organization will receive the award at the 36th ARTS Award this January in Dallas.
OneCoast forms partnership with Mary Meyer
Wholesaler News
Oct. 9, 2025
Independent retailers will be able to shop for Mary Meyer products through OneCoast territory managers, showrooms and online.
Gift for Life’s Home vs Hunger hosts non-event event fundraiser at High Point Market
Events
Oct. 9, 2025
The non-event event invites marketgoers to skip the party and donate directly to the World Central Kitchen.
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