The Paradies Shops set to expand retail operations at Southwest Florida

Andrew Pentol

Two Beaches TravelMarts, two Dunkin’ Donuts and a 10-Minute Manicure shop are due to open next year

The Paradies Shops is to operate five new concessions at Southwest Florida International airport’s (RSW) passenger terminal after announcing a three-year contract extension to expand its retail operation.

The company will run two new Beaches TravelMart convenience stores, offering snacks, chilled beverages, travel accessories and gifts, which will incorporate two Dunkin’ Donuts outlets. The travel retailer will also operate a 10-minute Manicure shop offering warm towel service and aromatherapy facial spritzers. The shops near concourse B are set to open by mid-January 2008, with the outlets close to concourse D due to open in mid-March.

President and CEO Gregg Paradies said: “With the addition of the new Beaches TravelMarts, we’ll continue to offer the travelling public an extensive selection of local, regional and national merchandise, all at great value. The Paradies Shops is very appreciative of the opportunity to expand our operations at the airport and we look forward to continuing our outstanding relationship with RSW.”