When it comes to how shoppers engage with alcohol in the global travel retail channel, convenience dominates across the Middle East & Africa, while price advantage is a key motivator throughout Europe.Across all markets, alcohol clearly emerges as a highly value-driven category characterised by sharper price sensitivity and strong promotional activity, and more deliberate planning than the average duty-free purchase. Promotions drive alcohol salesPromotions remain a powerful conversion tool in GTR, with nearly half (48%) of shoppers purchasing at least one product
Promotions, price, or planning? Alcohol purchase motivations in global travel retail – Market Intel
While purchases in GTR are often spontaneous, alcohol buying is far more considered.

When it comes to how shoppers engage with alcohol in the global travel retail channel, convenience dominates across the Middle East & Africa, while price advantage is a key motivator throughout Europe.


