Oettinger Davidoff opens first ever travel retail boutique and cigar lounge

JohnS · December 14, 2025

Oettinger Davidoff opens first ever travel retail boutique and cigar lounge

By Chris Madden - December 12, 2025

The Davidoff of Geneva since 1911 boutique and lounge at Jeddah Airport is the first of its kind for the market

Oettinger Davidoff has debuted its first ever Davidoff of Geneva since 1911 boutique shop and cigar lounge in travel retail at Jeddah Airport, bringing the brand’s philosophy of “time beautifully filled” to life for travellers.

Located in Terminal 1 of Jeddah Airport, the 82sqm lounge includes a 37sqm walk-in humidor and a 45sqm cigar lounge, equipped with a bar, luggage room and alcove defined by moucharabieh screens.

The humidor provides visitors with a full cigar assortment, including bestsellers, limited editions and exclusives, along with gifting options and accessories.

Warm wooden fittings, bronzed mirrors and wall-mounted TV screens create an atmosphere of serene luxury, which elevates the cigar tasting experience for guests.

The opening comes about thanks to Oettinger Davidoff’s partnership with retailer Jeddah Duty Free, which is operated by JAH Arabia International Duty Free, a joint venture between Gebr. Heinemann, Astra Group, and Jordanian Duty Free Shops.

Niels Altmann, Global Head of Buying Tobacco at Gebr. Heinemann, said: “In partnership with Oettinger Davidoff, this opening sets a new standard for premium cigar experiences in travel retail as a point-of-experience: a place where craftsmanship, expert guidance and calm come together – delivering on our mission to turn travel time into valuable time.”

This travel retail debut underlines Oettinger Davidoff’s focus on delivering innovative spaces and experiences in travel retail, seeking to set a benchmark for passenger experience in quality and craftsmanship.

“The quality and craftsmanship of the boutique and lounge match that of the cigars that customers can purchase and enjoy,” added Simon Forde, CEO of JAH Arabia International Duty Free LLC. “Many thanks to Oettinger Davidoff and Gebr. Heinemann for making this innovative vision a reality.”