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The Moodie Davitt Report, August 2023

Antonio, the sloth, won the award for the best children's product at the Travel Retail Awards 2023. Morpho Travel Experience proudly announces that Antonio the Sloth  was awarded Best Children’s Product 2023 at the TR Business Travel Retail Awards, held in Cannes, France. The award was presented on October 3rd and received on behalf of Morpho Travel Experience by Mariella Aguirre, Director of Purchasing, and Chantal De Rewal, Manager of International Purchasing. This recognit

Morpho Travel Experience formalized a strategic alliance with Iberostar to manage the retail shops across five hotels within the Iberostar Playa Paraíso complex in Mexico, including stores located in hotel lobbies, pool areas, and a central shopping zone. This project marks one of Morpho’s most significant partnerships within the hotel sector and represents its first operation managing all retail spaces across an entire hotel complex. In total, Morpho will operate 34 shops, o

Morpho Travel Experience and Nuevo Pudahuel have begun the construction of Plaza Chile , a new cultural and leisure space located in the International Terminal (T2) of Santiago Airport, designed to connect travelers with Chile’s identity before departure. Inspired by the traditional main squares that serve as the heart of Chilean cities, Plaza Chile will function as a meeting point within the airport. The 250 m² space will include a gastronomic corner, a pop-up exhibition sto

Morpho Travel Experience expanded its operations in Mexico with the opening of three new store concepts at Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport in Guadalajara: Hacienda Guadalajara, Rumbo México, and Emprende 52. This strategic expansion reinforces the company’s commitment to celebrating local identity and offering travelers an authentic shopping experience rooted in Mexican culture. Each concept highlights a different facet of the country—from curated souvenirs an

Morpho Travel Experience opened Rumbo Perú, a new retail concept at Jorge Chávez Airport that celebrates Peru’s cultural richness while embracing sustainability as a core pillar of its design and construction. With more than 18 years of presence at the airport, Morpho Travel Experience continues to strengthen its commitment to authentic sense of place. Rumbo Perú offers a curated selection of crafts, gourmet products, chocolates, coffee, and souvenirs that reflect the diversi

Morpho Travel Experience opened its first Rumbo Pura Vida store outside airport environments, marking the brand’s debut in a street location at Multiplaza Escazú. This milestone expands access to Costa Rican products while reinforcing the company’s commitment to local entrepreneurship and sense of place. The 190 m² store represents an investment of approximately USD 200,000 and supports more than 30 Costa Rican entrepreneurs from different regions of the country. The retail c

We celebrated Earth Day with simultaneous volunteering efforts in Panama and Costa Rica, focused on the restoration of deforested areas and the protection of our natural environment. This initiative reflects our shared commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, reminding us that caring for our planet requires collective action and long-term responsibility. In collaboration with Pro Parques, we joined efforts to protect biodiversity and contribute to a greener

Our team in Santiago has once again been recognized by Santiago Airport, receiving the Retail Commercial Excellence award as part of the Nuevo Pudahuel Awards—an achievement that reflects consistency, dedication, and a strong commitment to quality. This distinction highlights the collective effort of the Chilean team in delivering exceptional retail experiences within a highly dynamic airport environment. From service standards to attention to detail, each team member has pla

Travelers at Juan Santamaría International Airport can now enjoy a new California Pizza Kitchen restaurant, expanding the airport’s gastronomic offering with a modern, spacious concept designed to enhance the passenger experience. With more than 400 m² and seating for 172 guests, the restaurant offers a dynamic, all-day menu that includes breakfast options, salads, sandwiches, pizzas, pastas, desserts, and signature cocktails. This new opening complements the recently inaugur

Adriana Echandi, CEO of Morpho Travel Experience, was recognized by El Financiero  as Businesswoman of the Year 2022, highlighting her innovation, leadership, and ability to excel in a constantly evolving market. For more than two decades, Adriana has led the development of commercial spaces that create value for customers, partners, and shareholders, driving the company’s expansion across 11 countries. Her strategic vision and focus on the Latin American Sense of Place have