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After five years, reuniting at the ACI EUROPE Commercial & Retail Conference 2024 in Helsinki was an inspiring experience! Mireia Marti Isern, Marketing & Business Development Director at Areas, attended the event, where industry leaders explored strategies to expand non-aeronautical revenues. The conference provided insights into consumer trends, sustainability, and future revenue models, with discussions on how airports are adapting post-COVID. These gatherings are essential for staying ahead by exploring innovative approaches that can improve our offerings and respond to evolving traveler needs. 💡✈️🤝 #ACIEurope #TravelRetail #FoodandBeverage #Innovation #ConsumerTrends #AreasSpirit #FutureOfTravel

🌟 Celebrating a new achievement!🌟 We’re pleased to announce that Areas Iberia has been awarded as “Rookie of the Year” at the #EnjoyAenaAwards, thanks to our innovative Healthy Concepts offerings. 🎉🥗 At an event held at Madrid’s Teatro Real, our brand selection—including Deli&Cia, La Place, Flax & Kale, Aloha Poké, and Chia—stood out. This award highlights our commitment to providing travelers with high-quality, healthy options at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas #Airport. Sergio Rodríguez Castillo, CEO of Areas Iberia, stated: “This recognition is a great honor and a testament to the hard work we do every day. We thank our partners for joining us on this journey to promote healthy eating in airport environments.” This award celebrates not only culinary innovation in airports but also our dedication to enhancing travelers' experience by meeting the growing demand for fresh, healthy choices.🌱✈️ Thank you to everyone who’s part of this adventure. We remain committed to bringing our best to our guests. Here’s to more achievements ahead!💪 #SpiritOfExcellence #SpiritOfCollaboration Enjoy Aena, Flax & Kale, La Place Restaurants, Chia restaurante

Just as we carefully blend ingredients to achieve the perfect taste, we cultivate a workplace that mirrors the diversity of the communities we serve. We are proud to share our DEI video, highlighting our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment. At Areas, we actively embrace diversity in various dimensions—age, gender, disability, and cultural representation. By promoting fair opportunities and breaking down barriers, we strive to create a workplace where everyone’s unique experiences are valued. 🎥 Watch our DEI video and join us as we build a more inclusive future!👇 #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #DEI Areas Iberia, Areas France, Areas Italia, Areas Deutschland, Areas México & Chile, Areas, United States

🌟 Areas wins the "Innovative Concept" award at the Marcas de Restauración (MdR) 2024 Awards with Sibarium! 🌟 Last night, we proudly accepted this recognition, which celebrates Sibarium for its unique approach that transforms the gourmet experience in airport environments. Fernando Sánchez Gómez, Director of Motorways, Cities and Train Stations at Areas Iberia, and Blanca López Alerm, Communication, Sustainability and Customer Experience director at Areas collected the award. We extend our gratitude to Marcas de Restauración for this prestigious award and to our incredible teams from Areas Iberia whose hard work and dedication made it possible. 🏆 Since its establishment in 1997, Sibarium has been a culinary ambassador for Spanish cuisine, present in Spain's major airports. With its carefully curated selection of local delicacies, it allows travelers to taste the best flavors of the country before or after their flights. This recognition strengthens Areas’ commitment to innovation and to provide the best travel experience for our customers. #PREMIOSMDR2024 #Innovation #Awards #GourmetExperience #Sibarium #FoodandBeverage

At Areas, we believe that people are at the heart of everything we do, and that’s why we are committed to offering healthier, more enriching experiences to all of our customers. Through our Areas for Change strategy, we are dedicated to innovating the way we think about food, always striving to provide better, healthier options across our locations. 🍴 🥙   We aim to provide our guests with the best food, offering a diverse range of options delivered with operational excellence. Our focus goes beyond just serving meals; we’re committed to enhancing the well-being of travelers by making nutritious, delicious choices readily available. With health-conscious menus, we ensure everyone can enjoy a balanced and satisfying dining experience.   On this World Food Day, we reaffirm our commitment to continue innovating and evolving to keep putting our customers' health and satisfaction first. 🍏🌍 #WorldFoodDay #AreasForChange #People #Planet #FutureOfTravel Areas Iberia, Areas Italia, Areas France, Areas Deutschland, Areas México & Chile, Areas, United States

A few months ago, StrEAT was recognized as "Airport Restaurant Design of the Year" at The FAB Awards 2024. 🏆 Inspired by the vibrant energy of street-side culinary experiences, StrEAT is an Areas’ own brand that blends the spirit of street markets with innovative design. It offers a multi-concept space where travelers can choose from renowned commercial brands and enjoy a wide variety of high-quality cuisines. Each space is thoughtfully crafted to evoke the vibrancy of open-air markets while maintaining a modern, inviting atmosphere. You can currently find StrEAT in the airports of Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca, Madrid Barajas, Newark and Houston, and we look forward to expanding this unique concept to more locations! We are incredibly proud to receive this award and thank our talented teams and loyal customers for making it possible. 🌟 #FABAwards2024 #SpiritOfExcellence #AreasSpirit #AreasProud The Airport F&B + Hospitality Conference & Awards (FAB) Areas Iberia Areas, United States

Wrapping up two inspiring days at the ROLLING PIN Convention in Düsseldorf! With over 60 speakers and more than 7,000 professionals from the culinary world, this event was packed with exciting trends, ideas, and networking opportunities. 🤝   Our team from Areas Deutschland had the chance to engage with industry leaders and innovators, all aimed at enhancing Areas' gastronomic offerings. From live cooking and tasting sessions to masterclasses on the Chefs Stage and School of Wine, the convention was a hub of innovation.   Our colleagues Silvia Stoppa, Nicole Lüke and Klaus Bahr, also heard about top HR experts about innovative talent strategies in hospitality. The Career Lounge connected leading employers with dedicated professionals, while industry leaders highlighted the latest product innovations. 🌟   Feeling energized by the connections and creativity shared; now we are looking forward to seeing how these trends will help us continue elevating the guest experience at Areas!   #AreasSpirit #SpiritofCollaboration #CulinaryInnovation #FoodandBeverage #TravelRetail

Explore retail&food's interview with Sergio Castelli, CEO of Areas Italia, where he shares his unique journey and vision for the future of travel retail. Castelli talks about his career path, starting from working with Michelin starred chefs to leading innovation in travel retail. With a focus on expanding in the travel channel —airports, stations, and motorways— he shares how Areas Italy is adapting to the challenges of today’s market and highlights how strategic partnerships with local landlords are shaping the future of our company. You can read the full interview here 👇

At Areas, our values define who we are and guide everything we do. They are the foundation of our commitment to delivering excellence in the travel channel and retail, and they shape how we serve millions of travelers across the globe every day. Each member of our team contributes to these values, and together we create an environment of growth, innovation, and exceptional service.   Commitment, responsibility, service orientation, innovation, operational excellence, and collective strength are the values that empower us to stay ahead in a competitive landscape and drive us to continuously improve.   Thank you to every member of the Areas team for your hard work and dedication to living these values every day: #YouDriveAreas.   Watch the video to see how we live our values in action! 🎥👇 #AreasSpirit #Values #SpiritOfBelonging https://lnkd.in/dnAFQE9s Areas Iberia, Areas France, Areas Italia, Areas Deutschland, Areas México & Chile, Areas, United States

Mireya Muñoz Castillejos, Marketing Director for Areas Iberia, represented us at the 40th anniversary of the TFWA (Tax Free World Association) event in Cannes. This year’s theme, “Travel into the Future,” aligns perfectly with our commitment to innovation and sustainability. Mireya engaged with key partners, exploring new avenues for collaboration in the travel retail sector. Together, we are dedicated to enhancing the travel experience for our guests, ensuring enriching journeys and unforgettable experiences through operational excellence. Join us in embracing this journey as we collaboratively redefine the guest experience and shape the future of travel! 🚀   #AreasSpirit #SpiritofCollaboration #Innovation #TravelRetail #FutureOfTravel