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The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) has been serving passengers since 1947. The airport welcomed more than 7.6 million passengers in 2022 representing a 21% increase over 2021. CVG offers the lowest airfares in the region and 50+ nonstop destinations with 14 airlines. As the 6th largest cargo airport in North America and home to the Amazon Air Hub and DHL Express Global Superhub, CVG is diversified in both passenger and cargo operations. With an annual impact of $6.8 billion on the local economy, the airport drives regional growth and remains a leader in innovation.
Capitalizing on over 75 years of commercial airport expertise and a wide range of resources and thought leadership within the organization, CVG offers two blog channels.
On the Horizon
On the Horizon blog serves up the latest stories and news from CVG Airport. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, have a vested interest in the airport or just love to travel, you’re invited to follow along to learn and engage with CVG.
Jet with Jay
Join Jay Kruz, DJ at Mix 94.9 in Cincinnati, for his non-stop flight adventures from CVG Airport to destinations all around the world. Jet with Jay will tour you around great destinations while providing inspiration on seamless travel and getting to cool places on a budget!
Here’s Why Colorado Should Be Your Next Vacation
Hello Colorado!Here’s Why Colorado Should Be Your Next VacationColorado is an absolutely breathtaking blend of cities, mountains, valleys, snow, and sun. My family and I love visiting to connect with the outdoors and enjoy beautiful scenery, great food, and friendly people. It’s also really easy to get to with multiple nonstop flight options from CVG. So, let’s check out why your next vacation should be on Mountain Time.Hello from the top of Pikes Peak (It was 60 degrees and sunny at the base of the mountain!)It’s family-friendly (but great for solo trips and couples, too)We’ve visited Colorado on trips with and without a kid. Both trips were spectacular and unique in their own ways. On one pre-kid trip, we went horseback riding on a mountain. Loved it. On a trip with our kid, we drove up to the summit of Pikes Peak for some absolutely stunning views while he napped in his car seat. Loved it. There is so much to see and do for every interest, personality, and fitness level.Whitewater rafting the Colorado River through Glenwood Canyon. Photo: Colorado Tourism OfficeIt’s a beautiful view around every cornerInterstate 70 heading west from Denver might be one of my favorite drives anywhere in the world. The mountain views are breathtaking, and you’ll find yourself wanting to pull over to snap photos more than once. Across the state, there are more than 58 mountain peaks over 14,000 feet tall known as “Fourteeners” that give The Centennial State a picture-perfect landscape unlike any other.The drive between Colorado Springs and Breckenridge is stunning.It’s a National Park playgroundColorado is home to four National Parks, each with unique landscapes and cool things to do.Great Sand Dunes National Park and PreserveAs the name implies, there are sand dunes here. Big ones. The tallest ones in America, in fact. Just under two hours southwest of Pueblo, you can ride a horse, check out a 4×4 trail or give sandboarding a try. [Great Sand Dunes National Park](https://www.nps.gov/grsa/index.htm) offers a hilly desert landscape with a creek to cool off in during the summer months.The great sand dunes with the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in the background. Photo: Colorado Tourism Office.Mesa Verde National ParkIn the Southwest corner of the state lies a sacred, World Heritage Site containing Puebloan cliff dwellings where people spent over 700 years creating their community. It’s also designated as an International Dark Sky Park and features over 1,000 species of plants and animals, some of which only exist in [Mesa Verde](https://www.nps.gov/meve/index.htm).Tours are led through centuries-old cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde National Park. Photo: Colorado Tourism Office.Rocky Mountain National ParkThe National Park Service puts it best: “Welcome to the Land of Extremes.” With meadows and mountains stretching across 260,000+ acres, there are a lot of places to visit within the park. More than 300 miles of hiking trails will help you see all that [Rocky Mountain National Park](https://www.nps.gov/romo/index.htm) has to offer. A timed entry reservation system from mid-May through mid-October ensures that crowds are evenly dispersed throughout the day.A lone elk wandering the reaches of Rocky Mountain National Park. Photo: Colorado Tourism Office.Black Canyon of the Gunnison National ParkJust 90 minutes north of Telluride, this park offers a view of some of the steepest mountain cliffs you’ll find in America. The [Gunnison River](https://www.nps.gov/blca/index.htm) creates opportunities for excellent trout fishing, hiking trails to welcome all skill levels, and a chance to see the stars year-round.Horseback riding near Idaho Springs.There are also 15 National Forest and Grasslands and three National Heritage Areas. Admission to each park is $15-20 per person; it’s well worth every penny. There are also annual passes for $80, senior [annual passes](https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/passes.htm) for $20, and free annual passes for Veterans and active-duty service members and their families.The Isak Heartstone troll is a beautiful reward after a short hike in Breckenridge.It’s a ski and snowboard paradiseEven if you aren’t a skier or snowboarder, you’ve probably heard of Vail, Breckenridge, Aspen, or Steamboat. Colorado has 26 ski resorts to explore. Seasoned veterans have their favorite mountains and places to stay. Newcomers might want to check out the [Colorado Ski Country](https://www.coloradoski.com/visit-colorado/beginners-guide/) site to find lessons and information on getting started. Consider planning a trip to some of these towns in the low season, as well, as they can offer big savings and fewer crowds.Ready to take the first plunge of the day while skiing Copper Mountain. Photo: Colorado Tourism Office.It’s always sunny in… Denver?Yes, really. The Mile High City boasts over 300 days of sunshine every year. So even if the temperature is only in the 40s during the winter, you might want to pack the sunscreen! Spring to fall is especially nice with average high temperatures ranging from 65 in April to 90 in August and dipping back to 68 by October. You can use this nice weather to enjoy one of the 205 parks in the city, making it the largest park system in the country. Make sure you’re aware of the latest driving conditions, especially in the winter months, when some roads, including major interstates, can be temporarily closed.An incredible sunset over Manitou Springs.It’s a chance to catch beautiful fishOne of my favorite things to do is fly fish, and Colorado offers incredible angling opportunities, serving as home to the headwaters of seven major rivers. On a trip last fall, I met up with a friend, and we spent the day fishing the South Platte River near the town of Deckers. We caught some beautiful fish, but it was the hiking along the stream and scenic mountain views that really stood out. If you don’t want to go it alone or don’t have equipment with you, guided trips are available across the state to explore a few of the 2,000 lakes and over 8,000 miles of rivers. A knowledgeable fishing guide can help even a first-time fly fisher land a beautiful trout.The South Platte River is a beautiful place to spend the day fishing.It’s crafty (both drinks and arts)Colorado boasts over 300 craft breweries and 70 craft distilleries. Many of these, like [Tommyknocker Brewing](https://www.tommyknocker.com/) in Idaho Springs where we’ve stopped into, also offer unique dining opportunities as well. The town of [Fort Collins](https://www.visitftcollins.com/breweries/?locale=en-US) has over 20 of them alone and is known as Colorado’s “Craft Beer Capital.” There are also awesome artists in almost every town. Check out Manitou Springs, just outside of Colorado Springs, for some cool galleries and shops.Art appreciation along one of Denver's monthly art walksIt’s easy to get to!CVG offers multiple nonstop flights to Denver each day on Frontier, Delta, United, Southwest, and Allegiant; itis consistently one of the most affordable destinations. We’ve also found great deals using very few points. (Our most recent trip to Breckenridge was entirely booked with points!) Be sure to double-check each airline’s baggage policy when it comes to bringing along skiing, snowboarding, camping, and fishing equipment.The view on the way up Pikes Peak is phenomenal.Pro Tip: High altitudes like the Rocky Mountains of Colorado are no joke, and, if you’re not used to it, your body might take a while to adjust. On my first trip, I had a terrible headache an hour after arriving at our hotel. The receptionist gave me some medicine, told me to drink all of the water she had handed me, and go to sleep. I felt a little better the next day. Before any trip to a high altitude, I reach out to my doctor who prescribes a medicine to prevent altitude sickness (aka: acute mountain sickness), and it works beautifully.You could spend days exploring Garden of the Gods.Have a favorite spot in Colorado we should know about? You can reach me at @JayKruzOfficial on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/JayKruzOfficial), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jaykruzofficial/), and [X](https://twitter.com/jaykruzofficial).Miners from Indiana dubbed this The Hoosier Pass in 1860.I’ll see you in a trout stream in the mountains!-JayLearn more- May 1, 2023
CVG Airport opens first sensory room for children
Soft furniture and squeezy chairs\Furniture in the sensory room invite children to plop down and relax.Therapy rocker\The therapy rocker providers gentle movement for children.Interactive walls\One wall plays animal sounds or music as a child places their hand on the wall. The other wall lights up with interesting and calming colors.Bubble tube\The green bubble tube provides children with the opportunity to focus on visual movement.Small house\This small, soft house is for kids who need their own hide-out before or after a busy flight.Where is the sensory room located?\The room is located next to the Over the Rhine Market in Concourse A and diagonal from Starbucks.CVG strives to provide a safe, welcoming, and accessible journey to all travelers. For questions about accessibility, [click here] or [email info@cvgairport.com](mailto:info@cvgairport.com).Learn more - Jan 11, 2023
New Airline, New Planes, New Nonstop Options!
2022 has been the year of “revenge travel” (aka: going on all those trips to make up for lost time!) and what better way to get back out there than with another new airline at CVG!Say hello to [Breeze Airways](https://www.flybreeze.com/home).Breeze Airways was started in 2018 by the guy who previously co-founded JetBlue. Much like that airline, Breeze is all about the customer experience and making flying, as they put it, “seriously nice.”Hi there, Huntington Beach!They started flying around the country in May 2021, and beginning in February 2023, they will start up two of the four new routes that you can book right now from CVG.Here’s why you should hop onboard and check out one of these cool cities:Broad St. in Charleston is a perfect place for a quiet stroll.Charleston, SCBegins February 8, 2023Cheapest Round Trip Fare I’ve Seen (So Far): $82The weather’s always pretty nice , and so are the beaches! We visited a few years ago and even in December, expect an average high of around 61 degrees. The summertime warms up with highs in the 80s and perfect evening weather in the low 70s that makes nighttime strolls even better.Historic homes line the waterfront in Charleston.We loved strolling along the water at [Joe Riley Waterfront Park](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g54171-d144260-Reviews-Joe_Riley_Waterfront_Park-Charleston_South_Carolina.html). Just across the [Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Ravenel_Jr._Bridge) (which is incredible in itself), we enjoyed [Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum](https://www.patriotspoint.org/), where you can tour multiple ships and even a submarine.Climb aboard an aircraft carrier or head inside a submarine at Patriots Point.Our favorite part of visiting Charleston was just wandering the streets. On many blocks, it feels like you’re transported to a different century as you’re surrounded by impressive homes, parks, and architecture.A comfortable afternoon in Sausalito, CA.San Francisco, CABegins February 8, 2023Cheapest Round-Trip Fare I’ve Seen (So Far): $276First, let’s talk about convenience. Right now, San Francisco requires a connecting flight somewhere along the way. Having twice-weekly non-stop service is a game-changer, and you can be in California in under five hours.Our friends got married in San Francisco a few years ago, and we decided to spend a couple of extra days exploring the city and surrounding areas.Watching the world-famous cable cars zip around the streets is so cool. We stayed near [Fisherman’s Wharf](https://www.fishermanswharf.org/) and had a blast at the [Musee Mecanique](https://museemecanique.com/), featuring one of the largest collections of antique arcade games!Lots of fun at Musee Mecanique including a vintage fun house mirror and arcade Pong!Taking the boat to [Alcatraz Island](https://www.nps.gov/alca/index.htm) offers a beautiful view of the city and Golden Gate Bridge. Touring Alcatraz prison is quite an experience as well. Returning back to the mainland, the restaurant choices are endless.The view of the city from Alcatraz Island is impressive.Driving the famous [Lombard Street](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lombard_Street_(San_Francisco)), with its switchback roads and steep hill is a must. (We did it twice!) Continue driving over the [Golden Gate Bridge](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Gate_Bridge) and explore the [Marin Headlands](https://www.nps.gov/goga/marin-headlands.htm) and Black Sands Beach. Visit the [Nike Missile Site SF-88L](https://www.nps.gov/goga/nike-missile-site.htm) and see Cold War-era missiles on display. Head over to Sausalito for a breathtaking view and enjoy lunch at one of the restaurants overlooking the bay.Even cloudy days are beautiful in the Marin Headlands.And no trip to SF is complete without going to [Alamo Square](https://sfrecpark.org/facilities/facility/details/Alamo-Square-323) and picnicking on the lawn while singing [the theme song to Full House](https://youtu.be/2EL65KLdEHE?feature=shared).Monarch Beach in Dana Point, CA, is located in the southern part of Orange County.Orange County, CABegins March 30, 2023Cheapest Round Trip Fare I’ve Seen (So Far): $218Speaking of TV show theme songs: Californiaaaaa… [Here we comeeeeeeeee!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MU1PsRsIWJQ) Non-stop service to Orange County can get you from the airport to the beach in about 15 minutes. It also adds another non-stop way to get to Los Angeles and the rest of Southern California.Downtown Huntington Beach is perfect for an early morning jog or evening walk.We’ve spent a few days over Christmas in Huntington Beach. Walking along the miles of sandy shoreline is an instant stress reliever. We really enjoyed the cool surf shops and unique stores in Downtown Huntington Beach and ventured out onto the pier for a view of the coastline. Visit the [International Surfing Museum](https://www.huntingtonbeachsurfingmuseum.org/) and the [Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve](https://wildlife.ca.gov/Lands/Places-to-Visit/Bolsa-Chica-ER). We also loved a hip sushi spot (for Christmas dinner!) and some of the best tacos we’ve ever had.One of the most pet-friendly towns around!But the top-rated attraction on TripAdvisor? [Huntington Dog Beach](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g32513-d578943-Reviews-Huntington_Dog_Beach-Huntington_Beach_California.html). Yepa beach just for dogs (and their people)!Laguna Beach is incredible!Farther south along the coast lies Laguna Beach, while just a little farther north along the coastline, you’ll find Sunset Beach. Continue along the Pacific Coast Highway, hang a left, and you’ll hit Long Beach. Check out the Queen Mary (currently undergoing renovations, but you can view from afar) and the highly-rated [Aquarium of the Pacific](https://www.aquariumofpacific.org/).Providence is one of America’s oldest cities.Providence, RI / Boston, MABegins March 30, 2023Cheapest Round Trip Fare I’ve Seen (So Far): $118Rhode Island has been on my bucket list for a while. It’s the tiniest state with only 39 cities covering just 1,212 square miles. How small is that? You could fit nearly four, yes four, Rhode Islands into the Cincy region (the Southwest Ohio / Northern Kentucky / Southeast Indiana metro area is 4,808 square miles).Mohegan Bluffs on Block Island offers plenty of space to explore.Despite its small size, there are some big views to be had along [Mohegan Bluffs](https://www.blockislandinfo.com/island-events/mohegan-bluffs), one of the most famous cliffs in the state. Roll down the windows and take in the salt air along Ocean Drive. If you’re a fan of architecture, check out The Breakers, The Marble House, The Elms, and eight other historic homes in the [Newport Mansions](https://www.newportmansions.org/).That's a big house!Set sail on [Rhode Island Bay Cruises](https://www.visitrhodeisland.com/listing/rhode-island-bay-cruises/8714/), or take the [Rhode Island Fast Ferry](https://www.rhodeislandfastferry.com/) to Martha’s Vineyard. There’s also [Fort Adams State Park](https://fortadams.org/) that is full of history and also offers tremendous views. If you like to shop, check out the quaint [Thames Street](https://www.visitrhodeisland.com/things-to-do/trip-ideas-getaways/village-experiences-shops/thames-street-newport/) and grab a bite to eat as well. Rhode Island is also home to the [International Tennis Hall of Fame](https://www.tennisfame.com/).Newport, RI, is a charming waterfront community.You can also visit Boston, just one hour up the road, or pop over to Connecticut. There’s also a ferry from New London, CT, to Long Island, NY.Castle Hill Lighthouse in Newport, RI.Sign up with the free Breeze Airways email [newsletter](https://www.flybreeze.com/newsletter-signup) for the latest deals direct from the airline.Get where you want to go for less, find new destinations, and travel inspiration on the [Jay’s Deals] page!Want to share your favorite stuff to do at these destinations? Find me at @JayKruzOfficial on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/JayKruzOfficial), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jaykruzofficial/), or [Twitter](https://twitter.com/jaykruzofficial), and I’ll share them!I love that new airplane smell!-JayLearn more Exchange student from Bulgaria met the love of her life at CVG
A college student from Bulgaria chose Cincinnati on a whim for an exchange work program. She ended up falling in love with more than just the Queen City.Krasimira (Krasi) Beck and her friends landed jobs at CVG Airport in the summer of 2004. Krasi worked at a small sandwich restaurant in the former Terminal 2. While she was keeping busy with the influx of passengers, she became close friends with one of her coworkers, Adam.Krasi said Adam was very funny and friendly. They were nothing more than friends that summer, although towards the end of her time in the United States, she noticed Adam started becoming extra helpful towards her and her friends. He even started driving them home after work.Krasi returned to Bulgaria to work on her undergraduate degree. She enjoyed working at CVG Airport, and she was eager to return the next summer.Even though Adam and Krasi were a continent apart for a year, there was a spark between them that did not extinguish while they were living separately. The two started dating when Krasi returned the next summer to work at CVG.This time, Krasi had jobs at two different restaurants at CVG, and her boyfriend, Adam, was a manager for a couple of stores and worked 12-to-13-hour shifts.“We pretty much lived at CVG Airport…we would have our lunch dates in the food court,” said Krasi.When the summer came to an end and it was time for Krasi to return to Bulgaria, she and Adam decided to date long distance. He flew to the small European country that winter to meet Krasi’s family for the holidays.Although the two were very fond of each other, it was quickly becoming time for them to decide their future. Krasi only had one summer left before her senior year of college. She knew she was going to return to CVG to work for a third year, but she was unsure where her and Adam’s relationship was heading. After she graduated, she was either going to pursue her master’s degree or get a full-time job.When Krasi returned to the United States in the summer of 2006, she continued dating Adam, and the two worked long hours at CVG. Her decision then became clear.“Towards the end of the summer, he basically proposed to me. He was like, you’re finishing school, what’s next?” said Krasi. “He said, ‘I want you to stay. I love you.’’”Krasi said she loved Adam too and accepted his proposal. The two were soon married, and Krasi moved permanently from Bulgaria to Northern Kentucky. Her husband, who she fell in love with partially for his humor, jokes to this day about how he had to move from the West Side of Cincinnati for his wife.“I am still hearing to this day how he made this ‘horrible’ switch moving 30 minutes south. I moved five thousand miles and a continent away. He doesn’t mean it in any bad way but if someone asked him how we ended up in Northern Kentucky, he would say, ‘Yep, the wife. I love Cincinnati, I was born and raised here…but it’s because my wife made me move alllll this way.’”Jokes aside, Krasi said they enjoy living in Northern Kentucky. She earned her master’s degree from Northern Kentucky University and appreciates the convenience of living close to the airport.“It’s our home airport to fly anywhere. I used to go back home to Bulgaria every year,” said Krasi.Krasi and Adam now have two kids, a seven-year-old boy named Adrian and a four-year-old girl, Liana.After becoming parents, traveling became more difficult for the Becks. Krasi said recent route additions at CVG are going to make traveling to see her family easier.“We love the fact that there is a direct flight to Paris and now British Airways because it gives us a direct flight to Europe, and we make one connection to Bulgaria.”She said without these nonstop flights from CVG, she would have to make more connections, and it would take them longer to see their loved ones.Krasi said she’s very thankful for all that the airport has made possible for her and Adam.“It’s been our home airport since 2004, so if you really think about it, it’s 19 years…CVG Airport grounded us, and we put our roots down to settle in this location. We are still just five miles away from where our love story started.”Krasi and Adam take their kids back to where their love story began. She points out to their kids where mommy and daddy worked. She also tries to make a point to visit a friend who worked at Starbucks in 2004 and is still there today.She said visiting her friend reminds her of the three summers she worked at CVG. In addition to being where she fell in love with her husband, it also provided a professional milestone. “It’s a surreal feeling…it brings us back. We weren’t high schoolers, but it gives us that feeling. It was my first American job. I didn’t have any jobs in Bulgaria. This was my first job coming here with girlfriends,” said Krasi. “It reminds me of my happiest of memories; it reminds me of my younger years; it reminds me of my romance. Honestly, this is where my husband and I fell in love. We were coworkers at the beginning but that is how we met.”Krasi and Adam now have careers outside of aviation; she is an IT programmer, and Adam is an executive chef at a retirement home. They enjoy spending time around the Cincinnati area with their two kids. She says she looks forward to taking more flights with her family to Paris with Delta Air Lines and to London with British Airways, starting in June 2023. She said she can’t thank CVG enough for all that the airport has done for her and family.Learn moreCVG to upgrade 28 passenger boarding bridges
Boarding bridges in Concourse B will soon offer passengers a fresh, new experience as they jet on and off their flights. CVG will begin a phased approach to replace all 28 bridges starting in June 2023. This project will span the next two-and-a-half to three years.Recently, CVG learned it will be awarded $14 million for this project through the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Terminal Program. This program and funding was made possible as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. CVG had already been planning to replace these bridges this year, but this funding will accelerate the replacement of all the existing bridges, some of which are close to 30 years old.As the airport continues its ambitious strategic plan, [New Heights], this federal funding will go a long way to improve operational efficiency and provide passengers with a fitting ‘front door’ to the Cincy region.Learn more- Aug 1, 2023
Local businesses at CVG offer a taste of Cincy for travelers
Beer, bourbon, and black raspberry chocolate chip ice cream. These Cincy region staples are becoming standouts at CVG through the airport’s partnerships with locally owned Braxton Brewing Company, Cork ‘n Bottle, and Graeter’s Ice Cream. These establishments bring local flavor to passengers from around the world.Braxton Brewing CompanyA large greenery wall and window for up-close plane viewing greet travelers as they walk into Braxton’s taproom in Concourse A, along with a bar, televisions, and rows of tables that allow customers, including families, to enjoy meals before or after flights. This taproom, which opened in spring 2023, is Braxton’s first full-service restaurant.“Food is very important to the overall experience, and our location at CVG is helping us lead the way on what having food at all our locations looks like,” says Braxton co-founder and chief executive officer Jake Rouse.Rouse and his team worked with CVG to establish a food menu that caters to a crowd who is looking for a quick bite to eat, especially during the airport’s busiest time: the mornings.The brewery adapted its existing Taco Fuerte menu to feature breakfast tacos and burritos, breakfast nachos, eggs and tots, and more signature items. “People are really loving the menu, the flexibility, and the quickness. We are getting good feedback on the beer as well,” says Rouse.Braxton has not yet used CVG to test new products, although that is something the company may tap into. For now, Braxton’s business is taking advantage of the airport’s captive audience.“We are opening our brand up to so many more customers and potential customers who could go buy our beer at the thousands of locations that sell it across Cincinnati." Down the way from Braxton is long-established Cincinnati sweet shop, Graeter’s. The family-owned, handcrafted ice cream business has been dishing out delicious treats to locals in the Cincy region since 1870 and has been serving travelers from around the world at CVG since 2013. The company started with a smaller scoop of the airport experience when it opened two kiosks: one in Concourse A and one in B.Passengers proved they were craving Graeter’s flavors while on the go, and the sweet shop worked with CVG to replace both kiosks with an inline store in Concourse A. Graeter’s chief of retail operations, Chip Graeter, says this decision was icing on the cake.“What really cemented us in the airport was when we opened our inline store in 2016. I was very proud and excited to be a part of that store,” says Graeter.The fourth-generation owner and operator of the business says starting the store at CVG was an easy process thanks to their relationship with the airport, contractors, and his highly reliable team. The airport store showcases its most popular items across three product lines: ice cream, candy, and baked goods. The busy mornings at CVG allow Graeter’s to serve delicious donuts and comforting coffees to thousands of travelers who fly out of the airport daily."We have the ability to reach people who would never see our store otherwise. They might have heard about Graeter’s in a publication or book, and they can experience it themselves without leaving the airport,” says Graeter.The chief of retail operations is proud to operate a business that brings joy to all. His family’s treats are a great way to sweeten a flight out of CVG and provide a taste of home to those returning.Another taste of home at CVG, especially for Kentucky travelers, can be found at Cork ‘n Bottle. Hundreds of bourbons, including rare varieties, wines, and spirits can be tasted and/or purchased at two locations: an inline store in Concourse B and a kiosk in Concourse A. Later in 2023, the kiosk in Concourse A will be replaced with a second inline store.“We are constantly looking for different business formats. We have found the CVG relationship to be very strong, and we think it’s because of the breadth of customer exposure that the airport provides,” says Tom Neyer, owner of Cork ‘n Bottle. “Being able to introduce Kentucky’s finest spirits to the global audience is good for Kentucky and the Greater Cincinnati region.”![cork-n-bottle-store-front](//images.ctfassets.net/38z8fjm5i4nh/3meZykmvH8fAz9wvIP6P3M/d8608c10c41220f46299bdb8d39de4ea/cork-n-bottle-store-front.png)Cork ‘n Bottle took a similar flight path to Graeter’s and launched its business at CVG as a kiosk in 2018. After two years of successful business, the beverage shop opened its first inline location at the start of the pandemic. Cork ‘n Bottle persevered through its partnership with the airport.“CVG has been \[a\] transparent and constructive business partner,” says Neyer. “The people involved \[from\] top to bottom have been even-handed, fair minded, and are looking for a win-win.” Neyer says his stores at the airport are perfect for travelers looking to grab a bottle to enjoy once they arrive at their destination, or for travelers who want to relax before their flight and try some of the best locally made beverages. Either way, Cork ‘n Bottle’s locations are sure to lift spirits.CVG is always looking to bring more local businesses and flavors to the airport to provide a unique Cincy experience to the more than 7.8 million passengers it serves annually; this includes food, beverage, and retail store concepts. In mid-August 2023, the airport will be open for new business solicitations in these areas. If you’d like more information on how to start doing business at CVG, please [email procurement@cvgairport.com](mailto:procurement@cvgairport.com).Learn more