Vancouver International Airport Travelers to See Two New Paradies Lagardère Concepts This Year

Paradies Lagardère, a leading North American travel retailer and restaurateur, was recently awarded two concessions packages at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

As a result of this two-package award, four new stores will be coming to the airport, three of which will be located in the International Terminal Building (ITB) and one in the Domestic Terminal Building (DTB).

Coastal News, which will open in 2019, will feature a new, modern design that will appeal to airport employees and international travelers alike. The ITB pre-security location will offer travel basics such as neck pillows, eye masks, travel adapters, smartphone cables, drinks and snacks, as well as regional gifts and gourmet food items such as Maple Crème cookies and Icewine tea and chocolates.

In the ITB post-security, Relay will feature a new design that caters to the busy traveler, and will not only offer travel essentials, but also a full-service illy Café with seating allowing busy travelers to grab a beverage or something to eat on the go, enjoy a glass of wine, or to have a quiet moment before the next leg of their trip. Both concepts will open in 2019.

Opening in 2020 in a new expansion area of the ITB, Deepwater Spirit will embody Vancouver and the surrounding area, with an exciting design concept and popular local products. Pacific Coast News, already a traveler favorite at the airport, will also open a new location later in 2020 in the pre-security area of the DTB.  

“Paradies Lagardère is excited for the opportunity to continue its long-standing relationship with Vancouver International Airport,” said Gregg Paradies, president and CEO, Paradies Lagardère. “The concepts we’re introducing into the retail program at YVR will enhance the customer experience at the airport with fun locally-themed items and travel necessities.”

“At YVR, we are always looking to provide outstanding customer experiences and that includes engaging and diverse retail options. We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with Paradies Lagardère, further enhancing our concession program with the arrival of these four new stores,” said Scott Norris, vice president, Commercial Development, Vancouver Airport Authority.