China Tops Airport Retail Spend with Asia
February 25, 2026·8 days ago·via Travel And Tour World
China joins Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Australia in dominating airport retail, as luxury shopping surges among globetrotters. Duty-free havens brim with designer bags, Swiss watches, and rare whiskies at hubs like Dubai and Singapore Changi. High-spenders snap up perfumes, jewelry, and cosmetics mid-journey, blending opulence with convenience. Asia-Pacific leads with affluent travelers fueling 40%+ global spends.
