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E lliot Gillespie (left) President of San Francisco’s Gold Bar, produces a whiskey which has aviation enthused into its very elements – after all it is distilled in Pan Am’s iconic and protected Treasure Island terminal where Pan Am Clipper flying boats departed San Francisco to the rest of the world in the 1930s. You can visit Treasure Island and watch the master distiller, Montgomery Paulsen (seen here wearing the hat), perform his art – or you can just head down to the Yellow Village here in the Palais where he is here all week. Paulsen not only knows his whiskey, he was a wine-maker for 20 years, and that matters a lot as all Gold Bar whiskey is matured in Napa Valley casks. “We’re listed in seven of the world’s top 10 global GTR operators, and our goal in being in Cannes is that we will be in all 20 of the world’s top 20 operators,” says Gillespie, talking to the TFWA Daily in the exhibition yesterday. Besides being one of the top-selling American whiskey brands in SFO and JFK, Gillespie notes that Gold Bar is also very well recognised internationally; for instance, being a leader in the South Korean premium category. This year in Cannes, Gold Bar has launched “Rickhouse” which is cask-strength, 103 Gold Bar: Distilled in an historic Pan Am terminal; flying off the shelves of an airport near you proof, and bottled in a 1-litre container specially for travel retail. “Normally the higher proof whiskies do not make it into travel retail, but we have made our ambitions in the category clear – we want GTR to have our unique premium product.” GreenVillage L66 N ew exhibitor Carpisa is the Italian leader in the bags, luggage and accessories market. With over 500 stores across 25+ countries, it blends Italian design with innovation to create high- quality, stylish and durable products at affordable prices. Carpisa is showcasing its travel collection, which is crafted to meet the demands of modern travellers, offering the perfect combination of style and functionality for any journey. “Our experience here in the exhibition has been great – it is a very relevant platform for us,” explained Marco Gadola, International Sales Director. “It is definitely the right time for us to be present at TFWA World Exhibition & Conference. Carpisa fits 100% into the travel retail market and growth in this channel is part of our strategic plan.” Carpisa’s overall product range features elegant handbags, practical backpacks, durable suitcases and refined wallets, all Carpisa’s unmistakable Italian style characterised by an unmistakable Italian style. Each piece is made with high-quality materials and attention to detail to ensure functionality and durability without compromising aesthetics. Whether you are looking for an accessory for work, leisure or travel, you will find something that meets your needs and personal tastes and perfect for every occasion – from formal events to casual outings. BayVillage Bay 23 Thursday 3 Oc tobe r 2024 19 T F W A D A I L Y