The forgot-it essentials
Guests arrive without the basics. Keep these near the till:
- Travel-size sunscreen and after-sun
- Sunglasses
- Flip flops and water shoes
- Beach hats and caps
- Beach towels and bags
Track sales and replenishment needs for these essentials to see which earn space in your shop.
Resort wear guests wear that same week
Compare the selling price and actual sell-through of apparel in your store:
- Women: resort dresses, sets and crochet cover-ups. Confirm the size range and availability of each selected style.
- Men: resort shirts, shorts and swim trunks.
- Kids: swimwear and UPF rashguards for the pool and beach.
Show outfits together on the floor. Test complete outfit displays and compare the results with separate presentations in your store.
Souvenirs with your resort's name
Destination branding can help guests recognize merchandise associated with their stay. Custom-printed t-shirts, hoodies, caps and gifts with your resort or island name turn a shop into part of the guest experience. Ask Alto Mare which apparel and gift products can be personalized and which process is suitable for each one. DTF printing has no minimum, so you can test a design in small runs; screen printing starts at 144 pieces per design, with an added charge per color.
Price for the setting
Resort guests pay for convenience, but they still compare. Keep a spread of entry prices (sunscreen, magnets, caps), mid prices (t-shirts, towels) and a premium tier (dresses, cover-ups, fleece) so every guest finds something.
Restock before the season peaks
Place the main order before high season and plan smaller top-ups for the best sellers. Freight and customs to islands take time, so order early enough that new stock lands before the busy weeks. Alto Mare orders typically dispatch 15–30 business days after you order, depending on order size and the production queue; transit to your island comes on top.
Stock your shop with Alto Mare
Alto Mare supplies resort and hotel gift shops across the Caribbean and Latin America from Panama. Apply for a wholesale account or message us on WhatsApp at +507 6930-7827 for catalogs and pricing.
