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“We like to have things look organized and attractive and to keep it that way it takes constant attention to the small details,” Cullen said.

Cullen explained that although the last two years have been very challenging, they are fortunate to be in location they’re in. They’re open seasonally from April to October. “People love Block Island and continue to come even through the pandemic,” he added. Furthermore, their 2021 summer was the busiest summer ever in the history of the business.

In their 200-square-foot White Point gift shop in Hunt’s Point, Nova Scotia, they maintain a selection of unisex T-shirts, pull over hoodies and zip ups said Aurora Thurston , White Point gift shop manager. Their T-shirts, as well as all of their other attire, come in a large selection of sizes and colours.

Each piece of apparel features their “White Point” umbrella logo said Thurston, which provides each individual with a memory reminding of their stay when worn. Their most popular option is their “Peace, Love

& Bunnies” T-shirt which is tie dyed.

“This style of T-shirt is often very popular with the younger generation and features a picture of one of our resident wild bunnies!” expressed Thurston.

Selling more T-shirts begins with the “Magic of White Point!” said Thurston.

“I believe that through bringing joy and happiness to their day, everyone leaves with not only what they were looking for, but also, a warmed heart or a good laugh!” said Thurston. “We are not just a giftshop, we are a place that is gifted by each individual and experience!”

They openly display all apparel, so guests can see the selection.

“Our giftshop may be small, but it is filled with a vast array of wonderful and beautiful artistic expressions from the hearts of many local Nova Scotian artists,” Thurston said. ❖

Anticipation building for the Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show this fall

Taking place September 20 – 23, 2022, the Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show is once again returning to the Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall. As the nation’s premier souvenir show, buyers can expect to see the latest trends and source new products from new and returning exhibitors in every category.

“The exhibit hall is almost sold out and we are really excited for this year’s event! We know shipping continues to be a challenge, so we’ve expanded the ability to shop Made in America on the show floor this year, giving buyers more options to get products quickly. Plus, with travel picking back up, there’s no better time to restock for next season than at the Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show,” said April Holinek, Show Director.

Here are the top 3 reasons to attend this September:

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Exhibit Hall

Shop a wide selection of products from hundreds of exhibiting companies displaying everything from souvenir/resort, logo products to giftware, jewelry/ fashion accessories, apparel, toys/games and so much more. Specialty areas on the show floor include Made in America, Native American Pavilion and Emerging Marketplace. See a small preview of the products available on the following pages!

Join Your Peers

As the largest resort and souvenir show in the nation, top buyers attend from all 50 states and 30+ countries! Janet Kane, buyer at Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation attends because, “The Las Vegas Souvenir Show is a unique opportunity to brainstorm new items with our existing vendors AND discover new products. We appreciate that the show is so shoppable. It is well organized, spacious but inviting and filled with smart little extras like the product spotlight showcases and meeting areas.”

Perfect Location

Las Vegas is hard to beat with nonstop flights from most major cities. In addition to world class dining, top name entertainment, and a state-of-the art convention center, you’ll be able to take advantage of specially priced room rates at the show’s host hotels-including shuttle service to/from show. It’s easy on your time and budget!