Miami, FL – Areas today announced the successful acquisition of Delaware North’s Travel Hospitality Services (THS), adding 237 outlets across 22 U.S. airports and welcoming more than 4,000 new team members. THS generates over $500 million in annual revenue, significantly strengthening Areas’ footprint in the U.S. travel hospitality market.
This strategic acquisition represents a major milestone in Areas USA’s growth and firmly establishes the company as the largest privately held travel hospitality operator in the United States.
As a result, Areas USA has tripled in size, now operating nearly 400 locations across 27 airports and 12 travel plazas, with a team of more than 6,000 employees nationwide.
The U.S. division now stands as the largest business unit of Areas, a global travel hospitality leader headquartered in Barcelona. Together, the company will generate more than $3.1 billion in annual revenue, operate over 2,200 restaurants and retail stores, and employ 24,000 people across 11 countries.
Guided by a personalized, locally focused strategy, the U.S. division is accelerating its expansion by forging partnerships with top local, regional, and national brands and advancing a growing portfolio of proprietary concepts. Together, these efforts enhance the company’s ability to deliver exceptional, destination-driven dining experiences across airports nationwide.
“Our team has worked diligently over the past few months to ensure a seamless transition for both existing and incoming employees as we come together as one team,” said Carlos Bernal, CEO of Areas USA. “I want to thank our airport partners, joint venture partners, and brand partners for their continued support and assure them that our unwavering focus on service excellence remains unchanged. As always, we remain dedicated to providing travelers with an outstanding dining and retail experience and exceptional customer service.”
This acquisition underscores Areas’ commitment to growth and innovation in the travel hospitality industry, while strengthening its global footprint and expanding its partnerships with leading airports and travel venues worldwide.
About Areas
Areas is an international leader in food and beverage and travel retail, operating across Europe and the Americas. The company serves travelers in major transport hubs—airports, train stations, travel plazas—and leisure destinations. Committed to delivering exceptional service, Areas has become a global benchmark in the industry, known for its deep understanding of traveler needs and its broad portfolio of dining concepts. Learn more at www.areas.com.
About Areas USA
Areas arrived in the United States with a bang in 2006 when it landed its first US contract with the highly coveted Miami International Airport. Ever since, Areas USA has continued to expand its operations in airports and travel plazas across the country. The company offers a diverse mix of local, regional, national and proprietary brands, ensuring travelers experience both trusted favorites and authentic flavors. By partnering with local businesses, Areas USA creates unique dining and retail experiences that reflect the communities it serves.