Why Vintage Shopping Is Taking Off at Airports

"Debuted at Queen Beatrix International in September with an oft-changing collection of roughly 50 purses, cross-body bags, and totes from labels including Gucci and Louis Vuitton, this concession focuses on discontinued and classic pieces that appeal to travelers. “Most of our pieces have been discontinued by the luxury brands and have become classics on travelers’ wish lists,” says Lizah Jansen, a spokesperson for the retailer Avolta, which operates the concession, and she notes that sales are already well above projections." - Chrissie McClatchie Chrissie McClatchie Chrissie McClatchie writes about travel, wine, and yachting from her home on the Côte d’Azur, where she has lived for nearly two decades. Her stories have appeared in Condé Nast Traveler, BBC Travel, CNN Travel, and more. She is also a contributing author to four Lonely Planet guidebooks. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines