Features

Reach for the Stars!

Griffith Observatory located on Mount Hollywood in Los Angeles' Griffith Park opened in 1935 and is a destination for astronomy and movie enthusiasts. “The grounds are beautiful, offering public telescopes, educational exhibits, live shows in... more »

The Hospital Gift Shop Scene

The pandemic has proven especially challenging for hospital gift shops given their clinical setting. On the upside, it has afforded many in this retail niche an opportunity to establish a website and expand into online... more »

It’s a Shore Thing

The Maschal family opened Bay Village in 1966 in Beach Haven, New Jersey — located on Long Beach Island (LBI). This popular destination has remained a must-visit place for generations of families who visit LBI,... more »

Breezin’ Up

Pat Cauley opened its first Breezin’ Up location at Bay Village approximately 37 years ago. His wife, Patricia, manages the stores and her Wall Street background makes a positive impact on the success of the... more »

Indian Summer

Indian Summer, a boutique that offers apparel, swimsuits, bras and more, has been in business for 33 years. Marla Wink, owner, said that she typically attends NY NOW and works with vendors who visit her... more »

Song of the Sea

Song of the Sea’s storefront is located on the lower level of Bay Village, with frontage on the heavily traveled New Jersey road called Long Beach Island Boulevard — a spot that offers high visibility.... more »

ROAD TRIP: SeaMoon

Retailer has been providing customers a unique selection for more than 45 years SeaMoon is a gift shop located on Long Beach Island, New Jersey in a town called Surf City, a popular destination for... more »

Splendid Displays

Artful displays from our featured retailers prove to be a great source of inspiration to Gift Shop Plus readers. We’ve rounded up some of our favorites from the last year to share with you. USE... more »