Megan Smalley | Seaside Retailer

Gifted rebuilds and reopens new shop in Tarpon Springs, Florida

March 24, 2025

The seaside retailer also received a $10,000 grant from Heart on Main Street to help offset costs associated with reopening.

Sea Glass Lane relocates and reopens Florida storefronts

March 19, 2025

The seaside retailer has reopened its Sanibel Island shop and relocated its Sarasota shop after storms and a fire damaged the stores.

Island Time Sports debuts as new brand

Wholesaler News

March 3, 2025

Made by the founders of Tiki Toss, the new brand offers a variety of hook-and-ring and other backyard games.

Liberated Brands files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Feb. 25, 2025

The outdoor apparel seller operates stores for several surf labels, including Billabong, Quiksilver and Volcom.

Show-stopping apparel

Feb. 25, 2025

2025 travelers seeking tranquility and sentimentality

Feb. 25, 2025

Vacationers want to visit peaceful, nature-themed destinations as well as spots that remind them of the past.

Clothes made for the coasts

Feb. 24, 2025

Customers are seeking out comfort, style and location commemoration in their beachy apparel selections.

Small town beaches rank as popular travel spots in 2025

Jan. 28, 2025

Unique landscapes, nostalgia and wellness also mark 2025 travel trends.

Put experiential retail into action

Jan. 6, 2025

Seaside retailers can draw more customers into the store through providing a variety of retail experiences.

Town Pride awards first full franchise in State College, Pennsylvania

Wholesaler News

Dec. 20, 2024

The franchise will offer sustainably made products that celebrate local pride.

Driftwood Beach Home & Garden reopens after Hurricane Helene

Dec. 16, 2024

The coastal decor store in Longboat Key, Florida, made repairs and officially reopened in late October.

Camp is calling

Nov. 6, 2024

Across Hilton Head Island, Camp Hilton Head invites visitors to take Hilton Head home with them.

Florida retailers continue to rebuild from hurricanes

Oct. 17, 2024

Hurricanes Helene and Milton hit many parts of Florida back to back.

Coastal retailers, wholesalers rebuild in aftermath of Hurricane Helene

Oct. 5, 2024

The Category 4 hurricane caused flooding and other damages across the Southeast.

Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show highlighted new souvenirs for 2025 season

Sept. 27, 2024

Almost one-third of buyers and exhibitors were new to this year’s buying event.

Eleven Lakes Market debuts storefront in Corning, New York

Sept. 25, 2024

The destination retailer and wholesaler will also use the new space for classes and events.

ReFresh Beach Shop debuts as new shop in Caseville, Michigan

Sept. 5, 2024

The new family-owned beach shop aims to help visitors and locals make memories while visiting Lake Huron shores.

Aug. 29, 2024

Add some of these refreshing products to help your health and beauty category glow.

Look good, feel good

Aug. 29, 2024

Help customers look and feel their best with products that enhance their appearance with a touch of the coast.

Sample the scents and feels

Aug. 29, 2024