Abu Dhabi’s International Airport Opens Stores to Non-Travelers

Abu Dhabi’s international airport opens stores to non-travelers

You no longer need a flight to shop at Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport. UAE residents can now register online, collect a digital QR code at the door, and spend up to four hours browsing Cartier, Chanel, and Hermès at duty-free prices without a boarding pass, though laptops and tablets are banned from the terminal for the duration of the visit. Luxury brands across the Gulf have watched demand fall as much as 70% since the war began, LVMH…

Abu Dhabi’s Zayed airport opens for non-flying shoppers

Attempt to help retailers during conflict Access requires pre-booking Alcohol and tobacco not covered Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport (AUH) has introduced a new “shopping pass” allowing non-travellers access to its terminal. The move is aimed at boosting retail activity and testing demand beyond traditional passenger traffic. Under the eight-week scheme, visitors can enter the airport without a boarding pass by registering in advance and…