Christmas is in the air! In this season of giving and gifting, The Shilla Duty Free opportunely waves its “wand of magic” to line up a slew of exciting holiday activities and special set purchases for travellers around the world to experience a truly warm and memorable Christmas. Find out more…
The Shilla Winter Wonderland Postcards
Send joy and well wishes to loved ones this Christmas as The Shilla Duty Free is giving out free limited edition Shilla Winter Wonderland post cards at its Transit Departure Central stores to help travellers connect with family and friends residing in any part of the world this season! Travellers can simply pen down their heartfelt messages and drop the postcards into the Shilla mail box, and The Shilla Duty Free will work on a “Reindeer Express” to deliver the global jetsetters’ little piece of travel adventures back home! The activity will run from 1 – 15 December 2015, while stocks last.

The Shilla Limited Edition 2016 Calendar
Shoppers spending $188 and above will receive a limited edition 2016 Shilla calendar designed with empowering and inspirational beauty quotes to kick start their new year. This offer is while stocks last.

Holiday Travel Exclusives
In addition, The Shilla Duty Free has also rounded up this season’s beauty holiday travel exclusives that make perfect gift ideas for beauty lovers and the ones you care about. Offering the best duty free prices compared to selected Asia Pacific airports, these travel exclusive sets range from affordable price points to luxurious delights. As travellers can enjoy 10% off two fragrances and 15% off three fragrances from selected brands for a limited period, there is sure to be something for everyone, at any budget.

Travellers can anticipate special festive in-store activities and holiday travel exclusives from Kiehl’s, La Mer, Lancome and Origins.

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A limited edition special packaging of Hibiki Japanese Harmony Master’s Select has been launched in partnership with DFS Group (DFS), available initially at Singapore Changi Airport and Hong Kong International Airport.

With a RRP of US$160, this Hibiki limited edition will roll out in other regions during 2016 and follows the introduction of Hibiki Japanese Harmony Master’s Select (ABV 43%) exclusively into global travel retail last October.

The limited edition bottle honours the artistry of Japanese culture and celebrates Hibiki as a harmony of Japanese nature and craftsmanship. The artistic and delicate design highlights the traditional Japanese symbols of the Sakura flower (cherry blossom), a Goshoguruma (royal carriage) and Ryusuimon (streaming water). During Japan’s Edo period (1608-1868) these were seen as symbols for good fortune and prosperity and often used as special gifts for the Shogun.

Hibiki Japanese Harmony Master’s Select will be featured in Explore the Whiskies of the World, a new global initiative to showcase (Hibiki owner) Beam Suntory’s range, which invites shoppers to explore whiskies from the five corners of the globe. This interactive space will be showcased for two months in both airports and also at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Explore the Whiskies of the World takes travelers on a journey around the world, giving them the rare opportunity to experience leading whiskies from Scotland, Ireland, USA, Canada and Japan. The activation enables whisky connoisseurs to sample and engage in a sensory experience and learn about brands, including Laphroaig (Scotland), Connemara (Ireland), Jim Beam (USA), Canadian Club (Canada) and Hibiki (Japan).

The activation will include sampling and a sensory element where consumers can heighten their experience by smelling the different aromas associated with each whisk(e)y. They will be invited to delve deeper into the collection using an iPad and take away a tasting passport complete with tasting notes and brand information, which will be available in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.

The installations will include branded bars and displays, highlighting a product of the week and gift with purchase offer, a luxury overnight bag. These can be found at DFS stores in Changi terminals 2 and 3 and Hong Kong terminals 1, 2 and 7.

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We keep the good deals coming! Buy products at any The Shilla Duty Free Store in Changi Airport and receive complementary discounts!

What are you waiting for, ‪#‎ShillaSG‬ fans? Find out more here: http://bit.ly/1l272CA

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Test your luck, ‪#‎ShillaSG‬ fans! Shilla Duty Free is giving TWO sets of Red Packets to FIVE lucky winners! And all you need to do is…
1. Like and Share this post on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Shilladutyfree.sg/?fref=ts

2. Tag 2 friends

3. Comment your Chinese New Year greetings!

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Martell introduces Legendary Journeys, a limited edition gift box designed to house the iconic Martell Cordon Bleu and a complimentary Martell XO miniature. The unique design maps Martell Cordon Bleu’s extraordinary voyage throughout history and will be available exclusively in Asia Travel Retail throughout January and February, in time for the Chinese New Year festive period.

This limited edition gift pack imagined by graphic designer Neil Stevens, celebrates the rich heritage of the Martell House with a map of the cities and countries linked with Cordon Bleu’s history since its creation in 1912, from New York to Hong Kong and London to Shanghai. Officially launched at Monte-Carlo’s grand Hotel de Paris, Cordon Bleu proved an immediate success with notable achievements throughout its history such as being served aboard the Queen Mary II on its maiden voyage in May 1936 and making its debut on Concorde in 1977 and the Orient Express in 1986.

Martell Legendary Journeys is available from January 2016 (RRP $229 USD) throughout Asia Travel Retail with key product showcases in Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong Anway border shops, Singapore Changi Airport, Bangkok International Airport, Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Taipei Taoyuang Airport, Tokyo Narita Airport, Beijing Airport and Shanghai Airport.

www.martell.com

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Passengers bound to Malaysia or Australia, take your chances! Enjoy 5% off when you buy at any The Shilla Duty Free Singapore stores!
Promo runs until 29 Feb 2016 only.
Terms and conditions apply.

More info: https://www.facebook.com/Shilladutyfree.sg/photos/a.907307049297208.1073741828.899560273405219/1195057703855473/?type=3&theater

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Patrón Spirits International has partnered with DFS Group to launch Patrón Extra Añejo 5 Años at Singapore Changi Airport.

Patrón Extra Añejo 5 Años is made from 100% Weber blue agave, which has been baked in brick ovens for three days. The limited edition, travel retail exclusive Tequila is only available in Asia through DFS.

The agave was then crushed using both the traditional ‘tahona’ process and a more modern roller mill method, before being aged for five years at the Hacienda Patrón distillery in Mexico.

Both “hybrid” new American/limousine oak medium toasted barrels and used whiskey barrels were used for maturation.

The resulting Tequila is described as “notably light in colour” with “intense aroma” and “complex flavours”.

“Extra añejo Tequilas are very difficult to create because Tequila that has aged for too long in the barrel can take on too much wood taste and lose much of their natural agave flavour,” said Patrón master distiller, Francisco Alcaraz.

“But through the years of tasting different wood types, combined with placing barrels in different microclimates within our ageing room, we have proudly created an extra añejo Tequila with just the right balance of wood that complements and doesn’t overpower the Tequila’s agave characteristics.”

Brooke Supernaw, DFS Group’s senior vice president spirits, wine and tobacco added: “Patrón’s Extra Añejo 5 Años’ unique ageing process, intense aroma and complex flavours has created a singular Tequila that we’re confident travellers in Asia will love.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Patrón to bring this rare extra añejo Tequila to Asia for the first time at DFS, Singapore Changi Airport and look forward to sharing its heritage and craftsmanship with our customers.”

Less than 500 cases of Patrón Extra Añejo 5 Años have been produced, with the liquid only available in global travel retail. The 750ml 40% abv bottle retails at Changi Airport at S$280 (about US$202).

Find out more at https://www.dfs.com/en/airport-singapore

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Watch out for the latest beauty sale on Singapore airport’s online shopping channel iShopChangi – the next flash sale is scheduled for April 25…

Find out more at http://www.ishopchangi.com/

A current promotion is also live – see below – saving travellers S$20 on beauty purchases over S$250 at Shilla Duty Free via iShopChangi – using the special code (End midnight April 16 2016)

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Shilla Duty Free Singapore is running a Facebook competition with Urban Decay…

Urban Decay is giving away 1 Gwen Stefani Eyeshadow, and all you need to do share with us your favourite Gwen Stefani song and 1 of the products from the UDXGwen collection. Tag 3 of your friends who love her too! Don’t forget the hashtag ‪#‎UDxGWEN‬ – start here https://www.facebook.com/Shilladutyfree.sg/photos/a.907307049297208.1073741828.899560273405219/1273936552634254/?type=3&theater

You can push your entry a little extra further by liking and sharing this post, elaborating your answer and/or sharing a pic. Be creative!

Good luck, ‪#‎ShillaSG‬ fans!

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Kipling, known for its stylish functional bags has announced the opening of their newest store at Singapore Changi Airport, located in Terminal 1, Level 2 in the departure Lounge.

The new store was opened on May 7th and will be operated for 3 years. This 70 square metre store invites passengers to buy their favourite Kipling item from the travel, leisure and lifestyle collections.

The brands tell us the “latest collection from Kipling is functional, stylish and playful. Each style is designed to compliment the modern woman as she enjoys the start of her travels and sparks joy wherever she goes, whether it’s boarding a plane for pleasure or business.”

Considering the strong appeal of the brand in the region, Kipling are also looking at opportunities to open additional stores at Changi Airport T2, T3 and T4 in the near future.

www.kipling.com

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In celebration of the launch, DFS will host a seven-week long Whiskey Festival from July 27, 2016 – September 10, 2016 at the Terminal 2 and 3 Wines and Spirits Duplexes at DFS, Singapore Changi Airport.

DFS Group, the world’s leading luxury travel retailer, has unveiled its second Wines and Spirits Duplex store at Changi Airport, Singapore. Located in Terminal 2, this Wines and Spirits Duplex is inspired by the heritage of craftsmanship in the wine, spirits and tobacco worlds and boasts three unique DFS in-store concepts – the Wine Reserve, the Cigar Room and The Whiskey House.

Designed by award-winning interior designer, Masamichi Katayama and spanning two floors at 15,520 square feet, the Terminal 2 Wines and Spirits Duplex by DFS brings customers an interactive and engaging shopping experience, allowing them to sample from and explore DFS’ broad assortment of over 900 products from over 240 wines, spirits and tobacco brands.

Philippe Schaus, CEO and Chairman, DFS Group, said, “We are thrilled to unveil our latest Wines and Spirits Duplex in Singapore with our partner Changi Airport. Here at DFS, we continually aspire to deliver the most engaging and exciting experiences for travellers, whether they are at the airport or downtown. We’re confident that through this unique blend of high-end design, carefully curated assortment, exceptional service and interactive experiences we have created another wines and spirits store of a quality and richness that can only be found at DFS.”

As guests enter the first floor of the Terminal 2 Wines and Spirits Duplex, they will encounter the Wine Reserve, featuring over 350 products from the world’s top wineries from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Australia, USA, Italy, New Zealand and Portugal. For the curious and connoisseurs alike, the Wine Reserve is the perfect place for discovery with tastings from the enomatic machine featuring 12 different wines.

The Cigar Room greets customers with a wide assortment of the world’s finest cigars from Cuba, Dominican Republic, Nicaragua and Honduras. A range of limited-edition accessories make perfect gifts for cigar-lovers, including a collection in special travel sizes catering to travellers as well as cigar humidors and cigar cases.

For the whiskey lover, DFS’ Wines and Spirits Duplex offers a world of choices with 179 single malts, 68 blended Scotch whiskies, 30 American whiskies as well as leading Japanese whiskies Yamazaki, Hibiki and Suntory Chita and Kavalan from Taiwan. And, with the largest assortment of single malt whiskies offered by any travel retailer in the region, the Terminal 2 Wines and Spirits Duplex builds on DFS, Singapore Changi Airport’s reputation as the travel retailer of the year, as awarded by Whisky Magazine in 2015.

The upper level of the duplex introduces the all new Whiskey House concept, an intuitive and experiential whiskey shopping experience where guests can enjoy complimentary tastings of over 100 different whiskies from across the globe. Based on flavor profiles, the Whiskey House’s staff will design individual sampling experiences for guests to demystify the selection process and make choosing your favourite whiskey a simpler, more engaging and refreshing experience.

In addition to the Whiskey House, the upper level hosts seven individually branded boutiques from Glenfiddich, Glenlivet, Hennessy, Johnnie Walker, Remy Martin, The Dalmore and The Macallan, all tailored to reflect the unique essence, culture and character of each brand. Throughout the year, guests can enjoy visits from master distillers, blenders and brand ambassadors as well as tailored tastings from the brands inside the boutiques.

To celebrate the launch of the Terminal 2 Wines and Spirits Duplex, DFS will be hosting a first-of-its-kind Whiskey Festival. From July 27 to September 10. The Whiskey Festival will showcase a series of events on Friday and Saturday evenings. Each weekend, a different whiskey brand will bring the festival to life with guest appearances from their brand ambassadors, special master classes and food pairing sessions. At the same time, three complimentary whiskey cocktails representing Scotland, U.S. and Japan will be available for sampling throughout the festival at the Whiskey House at DFS’ Terminal 2 duplex and The Long Bar by Raffles at DFS’ Terminal 3 duplex.

“As Asia Pacific’s largest assortment of single malt whiskies in travel retail, we wanted to bring an interactive experience that reflects our customers’ passion and fascination with whiskey to the Terminal 2 Wines and Spirits Duplex. From the Whiskey House to the Whiskey Festival, we’re excited to unveil for our customers a space where they can build their knowledge, expand their palette, discover new brands and fall in love again with the classics,” said Brooke Supernaw DFS Group’s Senior Vice President Spirits, Wines and Tobacco.

Mr Lee Seow Hiang, CEO of Changi Airport Group, said “The opening of the second Wines and Spirits Duplex at Terminal 2 marks the fruition of an ambitious and game changing transformation that Changi Airport had set out to achieve together with DFS. The new duplex represents the positively surprising retail experience which we endeavor to deliver to our passengers, one that allows shoppers to discover, interact and enjoy. We hope it is something for them to look forward to every time they are at Changi Airport.”

THE WHISKEY FESTIVAL WEEKEND SCHEDULE OF BRAND APPEARANCES

July 29 & 30: Craigellachie featuring Ziggy Campbell, Global Brand Ambassador

Aug 5 & 6: The Macallan featuring Randall Tan, Brand Advocate and Keith Nair, Brand Trainer

Aug 12 & 13: Maker’s Mark featuring Gordon Dundas, Global Brand Ambassador

Aug 19 & 20: House of Hazelwood featuring Jay Gray, Brand Ambassador for Southeast Asia

Aug 26: Beam Suntory Japanese whiskies featuring Mike Miyamoto,Global Brand Ambassador

Sep 2 & 3: Glenfiddich featuring Matthew Fergusson-Stewart, Brand Ambassador for Asia Pacific

Sep 9 & 10: Bruichladdich featuring Richard Gillam, Brand Ambassador

Time and Venue: 3 – 5pm at The Whiskey House at Level 2, Terminal 2 Duplex

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Martell Cognac has launched Cordon Bleu Intense Heat Cask Finish – a limited edition reinterpretation of the iconic Cordon Bleu featuring a reinvigorated, complex blend and an eye-catching new package design.
Martell Cordon Bleu Intense Heat Cask Finish is created through a toasting and six month finishing process never before used by Martell. The result is a cognac that retains the exceptional quality of the original Cordon Bleu but with heightened fruit and spice taste notes. By increasing the heat applied to Oak casks in a technique called ‘chauffe crocodile’, the new cognac boasts intense aromas, a fruity citrus sweetness, a toasted nuttiness and robust spice.

The new limited edition is presented in a deep blue box artfully embossed to replicate a charred wood effect. More strikingly still, invisible thermochromic inks, which react with body temperature, turn fiery red when the box is rubbed, creating the illusion of glowing embers.

Throughout January and February 2017, travellers in Hong Kong International Airport, Singapore Changi Airport, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, China & Malaysia airports and Hong Kong border shops are invited to experience Martell Cordon Bleu Intense Heat Cask Finish through tasting activities in store. In celebration of Chinese New Year, Asia Pacific Travel Retail customers who purchase Cordon Bleu Intense Heat Cask Finish will also receive a complimentary special edition red shopping bag.

Martell Cordon Bleu Intense Heat Cask Finish is available in Asia Pacific Travel Retail from 1st January 2017.

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DFS has started a beauty sale across its airport and downtown travel retail and duty-free stores. The Lunar New Year sale guarantees the lowest prices across a wide range of top international brands…

Details below from DFS website:

HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR!
Come to our stores and celebrate the Lunar New Year with the Lowest Prices in Asia* on your favourite Beauty brands!

Featured Brands:
ANNA SUI
AVEDA
BOBBI BROWN
DIOR
CLARINS
CLINIQUE
LA MER
ELIZABETH ARDEN
ESTÉE LAUDER
GIORGIO ARMANI
GUERLAIN
KIEHL’S
LA PRAIRIE
LANCÔME
MARC JACOBS
SHISEIDO
SISLEY

Participating Airport Locations (according to DFS website):
Hong Kong International Airport, Singapore Changi Airport, Hawaii Honolulu International Airport, Saipan International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, San Francisco International Airport , New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, Abu Dhabi Airport, Mumbai Airport, Bali International Airport, Jakarta International Airport, Okinawa Airport, Saipan Airport.

Promotion is also running at T Galleria and DFS Downtown stores around the world.

*Terms & Conditions apply. Brands and products may vary by location. Participating locations, dates and prices are subject to change. The decision of DFS Group Limited in interpreting these Terms & Conditions shall be final and conclusive.

See more at https://www.dfs.com/en/airport-hong-kong/edm/price-match-promotion-1?cid=sem-ggl-hkgair-en-g-row-bdfs-cnypricematch17&mckv=sldqXQYD4_pcrid_171898910065_c_slid_&gclid=CJOi4IGeztECFccV0wodKfMJdA

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For the first time in three years, Marc Jacobs taps a solo star for his spring-summer 2017 campaign.

Frances Bean Cobain, the daughter of Courtney Love and the late Kurt Cobain, appears in the black and white advertisements. David Sims shot the 24-year-old in the studio as well as on the city streets. While the spring runway show was inspired by 90’s ravers, these campaign shots channel a more modern grunge vibe.

Frances models in embellished babydoll dresses, platform sandals as well as retro inspired frames. About starring in the new campaign, Frances says, “I’m representing what a general, standard, average human girl would look like wearing these clothes. I think that’s why Marc picked me for this.”

See the campaign images below:

See more at www.marcjacobs.com

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DFS Group (DFS), the world’s leading luxury travel retailer, launched its sixth annual Masters of Wines and Spirits in Singapore on Saturday, March 25. The highly-anticipated Masters of Wines and Spirits program brings together an extraordinary collection of more than 60 Cognacs, wines and whiskies from over 50 legendary houses.

Unveiled at a spectacular gala event in partnership with the Changi Airport Group on Singapore’s historic Tras Street, the curated collection will be exhibited in store and available for sale at DFS, Singapore Changi Airport’s Wines and Spirits Duplexes at Terminal 2 and 3 (see previous story).

Inspired by the world traveller’s desire for discovery, DFS’ team of experts scoured the globe, working hand-in-hand with leading producers of Champagne, Cognacs, whiskies and wines to curate an exceptional collection of extremely rare and one-of-a-kind pieces available only at DFS.

“Each piece in this year’s Masters of Wines and Spirits collection is a testament to the craftsmanship of the brands and our relationships with our customers,” said Philippe Schaus, Chairman and CEO, DFS Group. “We’re thrilled to bring together this fantastic assortment of the world’s leading wines and spirits once again to Singapore and present an unmissable opportunity for connoisseurs to build their collection with DFS.”

At the heart of this year’s gala event was the city and spirit of Singapore – the birthplace of DFS’ Masters of Wines and Spirits. Celebrating the unique heritage of the Lion City, DFS hosted its gala along the historic Tras Street with VIP guests joining the world’s leading brands and their ambassadors for an evening of entertainment amongst iconic shophouses. DFS transformed individual shophouses into celebrations of signature wines and spirits where guests interacted with ambassadors from iconic brands, offering their insight, knowledge and exclusive tastings.

This year’s event also featured hands-on master classes and educational tastings for select VIP guests. At The Dalmore house, Master Blender Richard Patterson hosted a bespoke tasting to showcase The Dalmore’s rich heritage and artistry. Frederic Dezauzier, Global Brand Ambassador of CAMUS introduced guests to the smallest and rarest cru in the Cognac region, Borderies, providing a unique tasting experience featuring a selection of CAMUS Borderies Single-Cru Cognacs, including a Borderies Vintage and an exclusive Borderies blend that has never been released. Château Margaux’s Regional Ambassador Thibault Pontallier conducted a vertical tasting across decades of the brand’s history.

Guests were also given an opportunity to meet key whisky brand ambassadors brought together by DFS’ very own The Whiskey House – an exclusive and interactive whisky retail concept available to travellers at DFS, Singapore Changi Airport. Moderated by DFS Group’s Director of Spirits Frederik Vanden Bulcke, The Whiskey House provided guests with an interactive discussion and guided tasting with Brendan McCarron of Glenmorangie, Brian Kinsman of Glenfiddich, David Stewart of The Balvenie and Mike Miyamoto of Hibiki, all sharing their thoughts on heritage and innovation in the whisky industry.

“Returning to our traditional gala format, this year’s Masters of Wines and Spirits created an intimate and curated experience, tailored for our customers,” said Brooke Supernaw, DFS Group’s Senior Vice President Wines, Spirits, Tobacco, Food and Gifts. “Each piece in the collection was selected with our customers in mind, bringing together a spectacular array of the world’s finest and rarest wines and spirits right in the heart of historic Singapore.”

2017 Masters of Wines and Spirits Collection

The 2017 collection includes 27 Cognacs and whiskies and over 25 vintage wines and Champagnes, many of which are exclusive to DFS. Highlights include:

· Bruichladdich Special Release
· CAMUS 65 Year Old
· Château Mouton Rothschild 18 Vintages Vertical
· Château Lafite Rothschild 1982 Vintage Imperiale
· Château Margaux Pyramid Set of 1990 Vintage
· Dom Pérignon Malle P2
· Glenmorangie Pride 1974
· Hibiki Arita-yaki 2016, Kutani-yaki 2016
· Martell Grand Champagne 1920
· Masi Amarone Vertical Set with Watch
· Penfolds Bin 707 Boeing 6L
· Louis XIII Le Mathusalem
· The Dalmore Richard Paterson 50 Year Old
· The Macallan Fine & Rare Treasury Collection

Participating Brands at 2017 DFS Masters of Wines and Spirits

Aberlour, AmuseBouche, Araujo Estate, Bowmore, Brora, Bruichladdich, CAMUS, Chabot, Château Beychevelle, Château Cheval Blanc, Château Clerc Milon, Château Ducru Beaucaillou, Château Haut Brion, Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Léoville Barton, Château Léoville Las Cases, Château Margaux, Château Mouton Rothschild, Château Palmer, Château Pontet-Canet, Continuum, Courvoisier, Dom Pérignon, Gaja, Glenfiddich, Glenmorangie, Graham’s Port, Grands Vins De Bordeaux, Hardy, Hennessy, Hibiki, Janneau, Karuizawa, Lokoya, Louis XIII Cognac, Luce, Martell, Masi, Moutai, Otard Collection Du Roi, Pappy Van Winkle, Penfolds, Perrier-Jouët, Prunier, Pétrus, Ridge, Royal Salute, Tesseron, The Balvenie, The Dalmore, The Glenlivet, The Macallan, William Larue Weller, Wolf Blass

Following the Masters of Wines and Spirits gala event on March 25, the Masters of Wines and Spirits curated collection will be available for travellers and shoppers at DFS, Singapore Changi Airport’s Wines and Spirits Duplexes at Terminals 2 and 3.

DFS Masters of Wines and Spirits is part of the DFS Masters Series, a signature program of exhibitions that also includes the highly-anticipated Masters of Time set to take place in Macau this December. The Masters Series is a showcase of the pinnacle of DFS’ leadership and innovation in curating and creating exceptional experiences across its five pillars of luxury: Wines and Spirits, Beauty and Fragrances, Watches and Jewelry, Fashion and Accessories, and Food and Gifts.

Read more: http://press.dfsgroup.com/news/dfs-group-hosts-sixth-masters-of-wines-and-spirits-in-singapore#ixzz4ciPTf6Js

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Louis Vuitton will be opening its first store at Changi Airport in January next year. Known as ‘The Glass House’ this store promises to be a spectacular two story ode to Parisian chic… 

Iconic fashion house Louis Vuitton will bring its exquisite, timeless French charm to Changi Airport in January 2018, taking centre stage in the sparkling splendour of a grand, new garden in Terminal 3’s Departure Transit Hall. The luxury brand’s first duplex boutique in an airport promises to excite globetrotting fashionistas and elevate travellers’ retail experience to new heights.

Passengers departing from Terminal 3 next year will be greeted with the Louis Vuitton glass house prominently nestled in Changi Airport’s latest themed garden – the ‘Crystal Garden’. Inspired by artistic floral centrepieces, the new space will be chicly adorned with tiered garden beds featuring a curated selection of flora and spheres of artisan glass sculptures.

Taking centre stage in the Crystal Garden is the two-storey Louis Vuitton boutique, which joins the ranks of the Wines & Spirits and Cosmetics & Perfumes duplex stores at the central piazza, where a refined and personalised retail experience awaits shoppers. Covering 530 square metres, this is the first airport store in Asia Pacific to be directly managed by Louis Vuitton, with a strong, tailored product mix that will best fit travellers’ unique preferences. There will be even more reason to shop at the Changi Airport retail haven.

Louis Vuitton has only two other stores, which are not duplexes, in airports around the world: London’s Heathrow Airport and Seoul’s Incheon International Airport.

Mr Lee Seow Hiang, CEO of Changi Airport Group, says, “We are thrilled to partner Louis Vuitton, with its rich travel heritage, who shares our vision to redefine the future of luxury retail in an airport. The revolutionary duplex store, set amidst an elegant Crystal Garden, will become a distinctive attraction for passengers who fly through Changi Airport, and we look forward to embarking on an exciting journey of discovery with them when the store opens.”

Mr Michael Burke, Chairman and CEO of Louis Vuitton, adds, “Louis Vuitton awaits the perfect moment and chooses the perfect place to open a new store. Singapore Changi Airport is such an important location for us, and we are happy to offer this new store, not only to our Asian customers but also the international travellers who transit by this airport. Louis Vuitton is a brand intrinsically related to the history of modern travel. Louis Vuitton has refined the Art of Travel since its creation in 1854, constantly developing new innovations. Given the right place and the right timing, it was more than natural for Louis Vuitton to create a space inside Singapore Changi Airport, dedicated to modern travellers.”

Since its opening in 1981, Changi Airport has pioneered the concept of airport gardens, now well-loved among travellers. This is the first time Changi is integrating a feature garden with a retail store – a testament to how the airport constantly strives to rejuvenate its award-winning amenities and offerings to enhance the Changi Experience.

With over 76,000 square metres of retail floor space, Changi Airport is a destination for shoppers and diners from around the world. Offering a refreshing mix of exciting brands, extensive product ranges, and innovative concepts, Changi Airport achieved retail sales of S$2.3 billion in 2016.

See more at http://www.changiairport.com

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The Glenlivet has released three Single Cask limited editions which will be exclusive to duty-free: The Glenlivet Fore Burn Single Cask, The Glenlivet Watercairn Single Cask and The Glenlivet Tarland Single Cask, set to appeal to whisky aficionados looking for a rare expression.

The Glenlivet Fore Burn Single Cask is a 19 Year Old whisky drawn from a single sherry cask with a fruity and slightly spicy finish. The Glenlivet Watercairn Single Cask is aged for 18 years in American bourbon casks and features a sweet and oaky finish while The Glenlivet Tarland Single Cask is bottled at cask strength for a slightly dry quality. Each Single Cask limited edition presents distinct taste notes and a unique opportunity for collectors to own a piece of The Glenlivet’s legacy.

To mark the launch, Pernod Ricard Travel Retail Asia Pacific is activating in airports in Single Malt hubs across Asia. Until the end of April 2017, travellers to Taoyuan International Airport have the opportunity to be immersed in a distillery themed pop-up space and learn about The Glenlivet Fore Burn Single Cask through comparative tastings with Travel Exclusive range The Glenlivet Master Distiller’s Reserve. Upon purchase of The Glenlivet Fore Burn Single Cask, customers will receive a personalised luxe leather neck tag featuring their initials.

At Hong Kong International Airport, travellers can participate in tastings to discover The Glenlivet Watercairn Single Cask throughout April 2017. This is coupled with further activity at Singapore Changi Airport; visitors will be treated to sensorial tastings of The Glenlivet Tarland Single Cask from May to June 2017 and have the opportunity to visit The Glenlivet bar in Terminal 2 to experience the full complexity and flavour profiles of Single Malt whiskies.

See more at www.theglenlivet.com

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Changi Airport Group (CAG) has announced that it has awarded all concession contracts for retail, food & beverage (F&B) and service outlets at its new Terminal 4 (T4). T4 has attracted many international and local retail and F&B operators, with over a quarter launching their maiden airport presence at T4.

With more than 80 outlets over 16,000 square metres, T4 will be a shopping and dining haven featuring popular brands, innovative concepts and unique experiential zones, presenting a vibrant shopping and delightful dining experience for both passengers and airport visitors.

New concepts with a brand new heritage-themed experiential zone

For the first time in Changi Airport, two core duty-free categories – Liquor & Tobacco and Cosmetics & Perfumes, will combine and operate in a single integrated duty-free zone in the transit area. Located just after centralised immigration and security screening, passengers can shop for their favourite duty-free purchases from both product categories seamlessly and combine all their duty-free purchases in a single transaction, bringing greater convenience and time savings.

From the integrated duty-free zone, passengers will then be greeted with an ambience of elegance and grandeur through a cluster of 11-metre high double-volume façade outlets, with visually impactful storefront designs. This zone will offer a selection of popular retail brands – Charles & Keith, Coach & Furla, Gassan Watches, Michael Kors, The Cocoa Trees and TWG Tea Boutique. The high in-store ceilings enable brands to execute creative interior designs, to express their unique qualities.

Another first for Changi, T4 will also introduce a heritage zone, inspired by Peranakan shophouses nestled around Singapore, and designed to take passengers a step back in time while shopping and dining. This zone will house familiar traditional brands Bee Cheng Hiang, Bengawan Solo, Curry Times, Eu Yan Sang and Heavenly Wang, with heritage-themed interior design and furnishings to invoke a sense of nostalgia for passengers.

Over a quarter of retail and dining options new at Changi

Retail shops opening their first outlet in Changi Airport will offer a greater range of shopping choices for passengers. These include trendy, home-grown footwear label PAZZION, world-renowned paper maker Moleskine, as well as British retailer WHSmith – which will be opening their first Singapore bookstore in the T4 transit area.

For dining, passengers and airport visitors will get to savour a wide selection of local and international cuisines. In the transit area, new outlets include Tiger’s Den, serving bar food and light snacks, as well as Treasures (Yi Dian Xin) by Imperial Treasure, offering a wide range of dim sum options for passengers.

In the public area, airport visitors will be able to dine at 11 F&B outlets, including new-at-Changi restaurants such as local food chain Andes at Astons, London Fat Duck, Old Street Bak Kut Teh and Sushi Goshin by Akashi. Food Emporium by NTUC Foodfare – also a new tenant at Changi, will operate a food court with colonial-inspired design features, carrying a wide range of local favourites such as traditional chicken rice, “scissor-cut” curry rice, and Hakka style Yong Tau Foo.

Ms Lim Peck Hoon, Changi Airport Group’s Executive Vice-President of Commercial said, “T4 marks an exciting phase of growth for Changi Airport; and we are using the opportunity to celebrate the idea of shopping as a fun and interactive experience for our passengers. From the impressive double-volume façade shops to a heritage-themed zone, passengers will be able to indulge in a wide variety of fashionable shopping and interesting dining options. We are excited to welcome the new tenants that are joining us at Changi Airport, to offer a larger shopping and dining selection for everyone.”

Interior design works for the commercial spaces in T4 are in progress. The terminal will begin operations in the second half of this year.

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DFS Group is bringing the whiskies of the world to travellers this summer with its first-ever global Whiskey Festival.

Following its kick-off at DFS, Singapore Changi Airport on May 27, the Whiskey Festival will travel to eight DFS locations across Asia, the Middle East and North America. Bringing together over 300* whiskies, the Whiskey Festival allows customers to discover and taste some of the world’s best whiskies including rare, limited edition bottles exclusive to DFS.

“As interest in whiskey continues to grow, we’re thrilled to provide travellers with a chance to celebrate all things whiskey with the launch of our first-ever global Whiskey Festival,” said Brooke Supernaw, DFS Group’s Senior Vice President Wines, Spirits, Tobacco, Food and Gifts. “From collectors to those trying whiskey for the first time, the Whiskey Festival is designed for discovery, offering a way to explore this multifaceted spirit.”

Throughout the Whiskey Festival, customers can enjoy Masterclasses from leading brand ambassadors at The Whiskey House, expert advice and complimentary tastings. To help travellers discover their personal whiskey style, the Whiskey Festival introduces customers to the DFS Whiskey Flavor Profile tool, a simplified way to navigate the world of whiskey by dividing complex flavors into the following profiles:

• Floral and Delicate
• Fruity and Elegant
• Smokey and Intense
• Rich and Rounded

Over 300 whiskies and countless DFS exclusives will be categorised based on the individual flavor profiles, with up to 100 whiskies available for tasting in store, depending on location. Highlights of the Whiskey Festival include Suntory Chita Single Grain, Johnnie Walker Blender’s Batch 2: Bourbon Cask & Rye Finish, Royal Salute Polo Collection 2017, Bowmore’s new range of whiskies exclusive to travellers (10 Year Old. 15 Year Old & 18 Year Old), and Woodford Reserve Personal Selection.

Discover the Whiskey Festival this summer at a DFS location near you:

May 27 – June 30: DFS, Singapore Changi Airport

June 1 – 30: DFS, Hong Kong International Airport; DFS, Los Angeles International Airport; DFS, San Francisco International Airport; DFS, John F Kennedy International Airport; T Galleria by DFS, Angkor

July 1 – 31: DFS, Hawaii Honolulu International Airport

August 1 – 31: DFS, Abu Dhabi International Airport

*Assortment range varies by airport locations. Singapore Changi International Airport has Asia Pacific’s largest range of whiskies with over 320 different whiskies from all over the world

www.dfsgroup.com

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John Dewar & Sons Fine Whisky Emporium has opened at Singapore Changi Airport – hosted by duty-free retailer DFS Group this new interpretation of the Emporium is a first of its kind in Asia Pacific.

Located in the Terminal 2 Wines & Spirits Duplex store, the Emporium was designed to attract millennial consumers with a storytelling installation.

The opening of the concept coincided with the DFS Whiskey Festival, which took place in June, when brand ambassador Euan Auld led tutored tastings.

The two-month pop-up sees shoppers explore flavour profiles of the Dewar’s portfolio through vapour samplings, and taste the range from ceramic egg cups presented on a wooden stave.

Showcased expressions include Dewar’s 15 Year Old, Dewar’s 18 Year Old, Craigellachie 13 Year Old, Royal Brackla 12 Year Old, Royal Brackla 16 Year Old and Royal Brackla 21 Year Old.

Above the Fountain Bar in the Duplex Store, Dewar’s 18 Year Old is featured as a principal visual as part of a distillery-quality, copper piping display to communicate the production behind the whisky.

“It’s exciting to be one of the first markets to launch this new interpretation which engages shoppers with the whisky category in a radically new and intriguing way,” said Vinay Golikeri, regional director, Asia Pacific & Middle East Africa, Bacardi GTR.

“Changi is a key airport for us to reach millennials and stage 2 luxury shoppers in the region. We are introducing them to the originality and fun of the Dewar’s family and delivering penetration and trade-up as they explore the versatility of the range.”

Brooke Supernaw DFS Group senior vice president for spirits, wine, tobacco, food and gifts, added: “We’re proud to partner with Dewar’s to enhance our in-store experience at DFS, Singapore Changi Airport and bring travellers John Dewar & Sons Fine Whisky Emporium exclusively in Asia.”

See more at http://www.changiairport.com/en/airport-experience/attractions-and-services/wines-and-spirits-duplex-store.html?tab=terminal2duplex

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