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“Last Year Saw an Uptick In Shark Attacks, Per ISAF Report” by Cooper Gegan via The Inertia

by admin | Feb 7, 2024 | News, Outdoor, SUP, Surf, Tourism

Photo: Jeremy Lanfranchi//Unsplash The International Shark Attack File (ISAF) has released a report detailing 2023 shark attack numbers. The report shows a notable uptick in the number of unprovoked shark attacks, as well as the number of those...

“Retail Check In: Ron Jon Surf Shop” by Tiffany Montgomery via Shop Eat Surf (Executive Edition)

by admin | Aug 15, 2022 | Brick & Mortar, Community, Distinguished Retail Members, Industry, News, Retail History, Surf, Tourism

Ron Jon Surf Shop at Disney Springs in Orlando, Florida – SES file photo By Tiffany Montgomery | Published Aug 2022 We speak to Ron Jon Surf Shop President Michele Goodwin, who provides very interesting details about sales and brand trends at the important...

“Airports and Mountain Resorts” by Jeff Harbough via JH&A Market Watch Blog

by admin | Jun 12, 2022 | Industry, Outdoor, Predictions, Snowboard, Tourism

Seattle’s main airport is surrounded by communities and has grown like a weed right along with the Seattle metropolitan area.  It has no practical way to expand.  Through recent technology and some clever evolution of facilities the airport authority is...

“Boost Sales With Gifts & Impulse Buys” by Krystina Morgan via Independent Retailer

by admin | Jun 7, 2022 | Retail Strategy, Seasonal Products, Tourism

With the prime tourist season upon us, this is the perfect opportunity for indie retailers nationwide to capitalize on gifts and impulse buys. Whether shoppers are looking for something to bring home to their family and friends, or you need small influential products...