Despite news of retail gloom, mall is adding and expanding stores

Unbowed by news of changing customer habits, International Plaza continues to add new retailers to already eclectic mix

LOUIS LLOVIO: International Plaza is set to see several new stores come aboard before the end of the year.
LOUIS LLOVIO: International Plaza is set to see several new stores come aboard before the end of the year.
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TAMPA —While mall operators across the country are focused on finding non-traditional tenants to stay relevant as shopping habits evolve, International Plaza is doubling down on its niche market of high-end luxury retailers that attract both local shoppers and travelers.

 

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