We all know how it feels to be rushing around on the last minute before a holiday; making sure everything is packed, everyone is ready and that you’re at the airport on time. But once you get through check-in and security it feels like your holiday has finally begun… and indulging in airport shopping is the perfect way to start your holiday.
Airports such as Heathrow, Miami & Dubai are some of the busiest in the world and they have an array of shops and boutiques to keep everyone happy. We have picked out some of the most admired airports, with the best designer shops and duty free stores to offer.
At Amsterdam’s Schipol Airport, travellers can enjoy the range of affordable stores such as H&M, Mexx and Nike as well as the luxury leather store Paolo Salatto. Also, the large duty free store, ‘See Buy Fly’ sells an array of fragrances, make-up, designer accessories and electronics.
Travelling to the Far East, Hong Kong International Airport is very popular with travellers for its shops and restaurants. Skymart at terminal 1 is regarded as one of the premium shopping malls in the city and with 160 shops and 40 restaurants it’s easy to forget you’re actually at the airport. Designer lovers can browse through stores like Chanel, Burberry, Versace and Tiffany so it might be handy to take the credit card!
Also, the neighbouring Singapore Changi Airport, pleases the most avid shopaholics. Spread over three terminals travellers can browse over 230 retail shops from around the world. From designer handbags by Chloe & Miu Miu to The Body Shop, Sunglass Hut and Nike sports you’ll be able to pick up the perfect presents and last minute buys.
Dubai’s international Airport is one of the world’s busiest airports, handling over 5000 flights per week. With such huge numbers of passengers, more and more shopping outlets have opened in recent years. There are around 30 large superstores, liquor stores, jewellery outlets and boutiques like the famous French store Le Clos. Shops here are open 24 hours a day as flights arrive and depart every few minutes.
Over in the US, San Francisco Airport boasts trendy stores like Mango and the designer labels of Gucci and Burberry. As well as a large duty free store, art lovers can explore the San Francisco Museum of Art Store for a more cultural shopping experience, or you can simply hang out in one of the lavish cocktail bars.
Wherever you’re travelling to, whether it be on holiday or business trips, shopping at the airport is very tempting and we often can’t resist indulging in last minute retail therapy.
