Enjoy seasonal offerings and more, compliments of PHL Food & Shops

PHILADELPHIA — Dec. 8, 2021 — The holiday season is in full swing, and PHL Food & Shops at the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is celebrating with festive promotions and a very special gift with purchase.

Come to the airport early, pass through security and shop for your loved ones. With everything from fashion and beauty to tech and travel necessities, travelers at PHL can find something for everyone on their lists this holiday season. PHL Food & Shops has more than 120 eateries and retailers currently operating during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In addition to finding the perfect gift for friends and family members, passengers can take advantage of complimentary gift wrapping of all purchases made at PHL, available through Friday, Dec. 24, in the B/C Connector. And if a present gets unwrapped at the security checkpoint, travelers may take the gifts to the B/C Connector with their TSA-assigned voucher and have them rewrapped in no time.

Also, from now through Friday, Dec. 24, PHL Food & Shops is offering a free gift with purchase, a handmade Philadelphia-themed ornament, which travelers can redeem at PHL Marketplace or Heritage Books in the B/C Connector with same-day receipts totaling $100 or more from PHL airport retailers. These ornaments are designed by a local artist, Tonya Mason of MasonMade, who transforms locally foraged sycamore wood into stunning home goods. (Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masonmade25/)

“As we get back to our favorite traditions with friends and family this year, our shops and restaurants are providing passengers with a familiar feeling of the holiday spirit in the form of special gifts and delicious treats while they travel,” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL.

If you are looking to score more great deals and freebies while you do your holiday shopping, Vera Bradley, located in the D/E connector, is offering a 30% holiday discount on purchases made until Friday, Dec. 31. Kiehl’s in Terminal F is offering customers complimentary holiday gifts with purchase, including a holiday canvas bag and a variety of deluxe-size products — perfect for stocking stuffers or to treat yourself this holiday season! Later this month, starting Dec. 21, 5th & Sunset, located in Terminals E & F, will be offering a free hat with a Carrera purchase.

For those looking to grab a bite on the go, OrderAtPHL.com helps make mealtime a breeze this holiday season by allowing travelers to browse and preorder meals, snacks and beverages. The on-demand resource reduces wait times and congregating in lines. Delivery is also an option — you can preorder meals, snacks and beverages and even get your meal delivered to your gate while you wait.
For more information and for store openings, please visit PHLFoodandShops.com.

ABOUT MARKETPLACE PHL, LLC

MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail programs throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program offers more than 170 shops, restaurants and services. The MarketPlace PHL portfolio features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retail development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit PHLfoodandshops.com.

EDITOR’S NOTE: A photo featuring the collection of Philadelphia-themed ornaments available to choose from (one free with eligible purchase) is embedded in this release.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Meghan Beck
For MarketPlace PHL
meghan@nullhornercom.com

PHL Awarded for Social Media and Concessions Partnership Initiatives

PHILADELPHIA — Nov. 12, 2021 — The Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) was recognized by Airports Council International North America (ACI-NA) with “Best Social Media Campaign” in the public relations category among large airports in North America. Additionally, the airport’s concession program, PHL Food & Shops, received the “Partnering with Concessionaires/Service Providers” award in the customer experience category.

The ACI-NA Excellence in Airport Concessions Contest is held annually to recognize innovative and outstanding airport concessions throughout the United States and Canada. These awards demonstrate the growing importance of concessions to the total airport experience. The winners were announced during the 2021 ACI-NA Airport Concessions Conference and Exhibition in Reno, Nevada, on Nov. 7, which was attended by hundreds of representatives from the airport industry.

PHL was awarded the “Best Social Media Campaign.” This category recognizes campaigns that connect people through social media and allows them to be integrated in a product, service or overall airport experience. As part of Black History Month, PHL implemented the PHL Black History Month social media and website campaign to amplify the voices of Black individuals, employees and business owners who are making a difference at PHL and across the aviation industry. These profiles discussed the employees’ backgrounds, their role at the airport and their advice to future generations who may pursue careers in aviation.

Additionally, PHL Food & Shops curated a campaign to spotlight Black authors at MarketPlace PHL. Displays were set up with QR codes encouraging customers to peruse featured books and enter for a chance to win one of their choice. The event was showcased on PHL Food & Shops’ and PHL’s social media pages.

Chickie’s & Pete’s and the Philadelphia Airport Marriott received the “Partnering with Concessionaires/Service Providers” award for their collaboration and providing an enhanced customer experience to travelers. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic shutdown, Chickie’s & Pete’s delivered meals to hundreds of guests staying at the Marriott through PHL’s contactless ordering and delivery program, OrderAtPHL.com.

The Philadelphia Airport Marriott, attached to PHL, remained open during the pandemic but, due to locally enforced dining restrictions, was forced to suspend dining services. In response, PHL formed a strategic partnership with Marriott to provide room service delivery from Chickie’s & Pete’s to Marriott guests and employees. PHL and Marriott also secured partnerships with international cargo airlines that roomed crew members at the hotel between April and June, an arrangement that brought increased demand for room service food delivery.

Through the Chickie’s & Pete’s and Marriott partnership, PHL was able to achieve the ultimate goal of serving essential workers and passengers during a time of great need, exceeding all expectations.

“We’re proud to be a member of the PHL airport community and honored to be a part of these distinguished awards from ACI-NA,” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL. “Our merchants are the key to providing great experiences to PHL passengers; we couldn’t have done this without their innovation, collaboration, and continued hard work and dedication.”

Philadelphia favorite Chickie’s & Pete’s, located in Terminal A-West, Terminal C, the D/E Connector and Terminal E, offers travelers zesty menu options like its famous Crabfries, wings, cheesesteaks, salads, seafood, breakfast options and much more.

For more information about PHL Food & Shops as well as OrderAtPHL.com and its award-winning customer service program, please visit PHLFoodandShops.com.

ABOUT MARKETPLACE PHL, LLC

MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail programs throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program offers more than 170 shops, restaurants and services. The MarketPlace PHL portfolio features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retail development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit PHLFoodandShops.com.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Embedded in the release is a photo acknowledging the two winners, PHL’s Black History Month Campaign and the Chickie’s & Pete’s/Marriott partnership.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Meghan Beck
For MarketPlace PHL
meghan@nullhornercom.com

PHILADELPHIA — Oct. 28, 2021 — PHL Food & Shops at the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) was recognized by Moodies Travel Journey Digital Awards 2021 with a “Best Content Marketing” award for their LIFEWTR Lounge concept. The airport was also named a winner in the “Star Story Americas: Stores, Administration, Logistics” category, part of Moodie Davitt’s FAB Superstars 2021 Awards for Chickie’s & Pete’s partnership with the Philadelphia Airport Marriott.
The Moodies Travel Journey Digital Awards 2021 recognizes digital, social media and marketing excellence across the airport and travel sectors, while the FAB Superstars 2021 Awards highlight the efforts and achievements of the staff in the travel food and beverage sector all around the world. Award winners for each category were announced in an online ceremony at the Virtual Travel Retail Expo.
“It’s an honor to have Chickie’s & Pete’s and LIFEWTR Lounge recognized with not one, but two Moodie Davitt Awards,” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL. “Our PHL Food & Shops concessionaires strive to provide passengers with top-notch experiences during their travels. We’re thrilled to be a part of an award-winning airport program.”
Located near Terminal A-East, the LIFEWTR Lounge is open from 4:30 a.m. until 10 p.m. daily, and provides airport guests with a space to recharge with beverages like LIFEWTR and additional PepsiCo products, snacks and exclusive artistic content. That’s not all — travelers can scan dedicated QR codes for free access to LIFEWTR PRESENTS, a monthly video series featuring Philadelphia’s emerging music, film, fashion and visual artists.
Philadelphia favorite, Chickie’s & Pete’s, located in Terminal A-West, Terminal C, the D/E Connector and Terminal E, offers travelers zesty menu options like its famous Crabfries, wings, cheesesteaks, salads, seafood, breakfast options and much more. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic shut-down, Chickie’s & Pete’s delivered meals to hundreds of guests staying at the Airport Marriott through PHL’s contactless ordering and delivery program, OrderAtPHL.com. OrderAtPHL.com offers pickup and delivery options powered by AtYourGate post-security, but also allows guests staying at the Airport Marriott to get their favorite eats.
LIFEWTR Lounge and Chickie’s & Pete’s are part of PHL Food & Shops, the award-winning concessions program at PHL. The PHL Food & Shops portfolio offers more than 170 shops, eateries and services, and features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands.
For more information about PHL Food & Shops as well as, OrderAtPHL.com, and its award-winning customer service program, please visit PHLFoodandShops.com and OrderAtPHL.com.

ABOUT MARKETPLACE PHL, LLC

MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail programs throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program offers more than 170 shops, restaurants and services. The MarketPlace PHL portfolio features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retail development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit PHLfoodandshops.com.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Embedded in the release is a photo representing the two winners, LIFEWTR Lounge and Chickie’s & Pete’s.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Meghan Beck
For MarketPlace PHL
meghan@nullhornercom.com

OrderAtPHL.com offers pickup option for select airport eateries and retailers

PHILADELPHIA — Oct. 4, 2021 — PHL Food & Shops, the concessions program at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is now offering curbside pickup for food and retail items through PHL’s own contactless ordering program, OrderAtPHL.com.

You no longer need to be a ticketed passenger to enjoy your favorite airport eats and merchandise. Anyone can browse, preorder and pay for items from participating airport eateries and retailers and pick up their items at the Employee Bus Stop Lot on Departures Road, Terminal E. Hours for available curbside pickup may vary.

OrderAtPHL.com originally offered pick up and delivery options post-security, but recently added curbside collection as a way to continue offering efficient ways to get passengers and employees what they need safely and quickly. All delivery and curbside pickup is provided by AtYourGate, the leading in-airport food and retail delivery service at PHL.

“We’re excited to provide a convenient curbside pickup option for individuals to pick up their items without having to leave their cars,” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL. “Whether you’re picking up a loved one, waiting in baggage claim or the cell phone lot, OrderAtPHL.com offers a quick and easy solution to ordering airport favorites right from a mobile device.”

The current list of participating eateries and retailers includes: Auntie Anne’s, Bar Symon, Bud & Marilyn’s, California Pizza Kitchen, Chickie’s & Pete’s (four locations), Dunkin’ (Concourse D & D/E Connector), Duty Free, Gachi, Geno’s Steaks, Jack Duggan’s, Jamba (two locations), Piattino Pizza, Smashburger (three locations), and Vino Volo. First-time users can enter the promo code RUSH to save 20% off their first order (maximum discount is $5). More merchants will be added to the program in the coming months, so stay tuned.

For more information or to place an order for curbside pickup, please visit OrderAtPHL.com.

ABOUT MARKETPLACE PHL, LLC

MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail programs throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program offers more than 170 shops, restaurants and services. The MarketPlace PHL portfolio features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retail development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit PHLfoodandshops.com.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Embedded in the release is a photo of an individual picking up their OrderAtPHL.com meal curbside.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Meghan Beck
For MarketPlace PHL
267-932-8760, ext. 312
meghan@nullhornercom.com