Holiday travelers often stop at convenience stores for more than just fuel. Whether it’s coffee for the driver, snacks for the kids, or a forgotten phone charger, travelers appreciate being able to find what they need in one stop. Stocking holiday travel essentials and keeping them easy to find can help customers get back on the road quickly.
Stock road trip snacks and drinks for the whole car
Offer a variety of snacks and beverages for solo drivers and families. Single-serve jerky, trail mix, and snack bars are easy to grab during a quick stop. Resealable pretzels, popcorn, and crackers are easy to share on a longer drive. Keep bottled water, sports drinks, and ready-to-drink coffee visible and easy to access in the cooler.
Consider the time of day when merchandising products. Place muffins or breakfast bars near the coffee station for early morning travelers. Later in the day, feature sandwiches, wraps, or protein snacks for customers looking for something more substantial.
Give forgotten travel essentials a spot near checkout
Charging cables, car adapters, pocket tissues, and travel-size wipes are useful items for travelers who may have forgotten something at home. Group charging cables and compatible adapters together, and make sure prices are clearly displayed. If your store carries winter car supplies, consider moving ice scrapers and winter windshield washer fluid to a more visible location ahead of busy holiday travel weekends.
Build a road trip display with the space you have
A small Road Trip Essentials display near the entrance can bring shareable snacks, bottled drinks, and travel accessories together in one convenient location. If you’re tight on floor space, use the places customers already visit. Put shareable snacks near the cooler, breakfast bars by the coffee station, and charging cables at checkout.
Before a busy holiday weekend, take a few minutes to walk through your store from a traveler’s perspective. Think about common needs, such as a hot drink, snacks for the family, or a phone charger. Are these items easy to find? If not, consider moving them to more visible locations. After the weekend, review sales to see which products may need additional shelf space or larger reorders.
Planning your holiday assortment? Ask your Cooper-Booth Wholesale sales representative about road trip snacks, beverages, and travel essentials for your convenience store.