Dubai Duty Free
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As expected, the last month of the year provided the operation with some new sales statistics, when daily sales on the 20 th December, Dubai Duty Free's 23rd Anniversary, soared to an unprecedented Dhs29.5 million (US$8.2 million). The month of December also set a new monthly record with sales topping Dhs 290 million (US$ 80 million). Outlining the highlights of the past twelve months, Colm McLoughlin, Managing Director of Dubai Duty Free said: “2006 was a fantastic year and one that saw a number of renovations and additions to the retail operation, including the opening of a new extension of the Arrivals Duty Free in Terminal 2, the opening of the new HomeWare Shop, the refurbishment of the Electronics zone and the Fashion area.
I would like to extend my thanks to H. H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum for his support and join H. H. in thanking all of our staff for their contribution towards the operation's success this year.” The statistics behind the sales figures in 2006 reflect the phenomenal level of business undertaken at Dubai Duty Free: in 2006 the total number of sales transactions was close to 16 million, which represents an average of 44,000 sales transactions undertaken every 24 hours, 365 days of the year. Individual categories which showed exceptional growth in 2006 include Cosmtics, which rose by 41%,Luggage and Travel Accessories by 33%, Magazines and Stationeries by 32%, Gadgets by 32% and Gifts from Dubai , which was up 49%. The Arrivals Duty Free sales grew by 25% and this department now accounts for 8% of total sales. In the past year, Dubai Duty Free continued to attract international media attention and was the recipient of the Business Traveller Middle East award for ‘Best Airport for Duty Free Shopping' and still retained its Superbrand status when once again awarded by the Superbrands Council of the UAE.
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Dubai Duty Free opened its state of the art shopping complex in April 2000, located at the centre of the Dubai International Airport's Sheikh Rashid Terminal. The shop floor area, which covers 5,400 sq meters, is both modern and elegant and provides international travelers with an enhanced shopping experience. Here is a brief guide to Dubai Duty Free outlets: Liquor and Tobacco: The world's best-known spirits, wines and champagne, and top-selling brands of cigarettes, cigar and tobacco. The Casa de Havanna offers an unrivalled selection of Cuban cigars, Perfumes & Cosmetics : The Perfumes and Cosmetics section offers perfumes, bath lines, cosmetics and skin care from international brands such as Chanel, Christian Dior, Clarins, Estee Lauder and Clinique, to name a few. Cosmetics: Skin care and cosmetics from leading manufacturers. Ladies Fashion Boutiques. A selection of ladies shoes, lingerie and designer clothes. Sunglass Shop : In March 2003, a new dedicated retail area was created in the centre of the Dubai Duty Free shopping complex to meet the increase in demand for this category. Sales have already increased by 350%, since the opening of the new sunglass shop where we stock over 35 brands. Men's Fashion Boutiques: Everything for the smart man-about-town from top designers and well known fashion houses. Food Plus: Delicatessen, fine foods, confectionery, household items, baby care, budget cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, health food and linen - just a selection of the many items available. Dubai Duty Free is the No. 1 airport retailer in the world for Nestlé food and confectionery products. Cameras: From simple point and shoot models to sophisticated SLR's and digital cameras, together with binoculars and telescopes.
Electronics: You will find a vast range of the latest items in the electronics section – DVD players, compact hi-fi systems, televisions, radio cassette recorders, mini-discs, electronic keyboards, mobile phones, laptop computers, household appliances, fax machines and much more. Pens and Lighters: The unique display cases make it easy to see the wide range of pens and lighters - including a special range for pipe smokers - to suit all pockets. Watches: Take your time to look at our well-stocked watch outlets where competitive pricing suits all budgets and tastes. An extensive range of men’s, ladies’ and junior watches are available, from the colourful Swatch range to a diamond-studded Rolex. A second luxury watch counter was opened at the shop floor to cater to our luxury watches. Bookshop: A wide selection of fiction and non-fiction books for all ages, the latest magazines & newspapers in a variety of languages, and greeting cards are available at Dubai Duty Free.
Leather Goods: Stylish handbags, suitcases carrybags and suit carriers, plus wallets, key minders and purses. Crystal: Gifts in crystal, china, porcelain and silver. Swarovski, Waterford, Wedgewood, Royal Doulton and Christofle are just a few of the world famous names in this shop. Gifts from Dubai: Remember your visit to Dubai with some fun and eye-catching souvenirs, worry beads to silver jewellery, beautiful carpets and authentic Arabic apparel. Tapes: Video tapes, audio tapes, DVD's, CD discs and mini-discs in English, Arabic, Urdu and Hindi. Toys: A wonderful range of fluffy soft toys, as well as games, remote control items, dolls, construction kits and hobby sets. Gold shop : There is something for everyone from the Gold shop. A glittering selection of 18, 22 and 24kt gold in a multitude of designs and styles, from the simplest gold chains to ornate bangles and necklaces. Gold accounts for around 12% of Dubai Duty Free sales. Sports : Reflecting Dubai's status as a world-class sporting and leisure destination, the sporting section of the duty free stocks the most famous brands in sporting equipment, apparel and accessories.
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