When author Kyle Chayka explored 2010s minimalism in Longing for Less, a very different world existed. Today, a polycrisis-ridden and digitally saturated society finds people yearning for more. Whether you chalk it up to post-pandemic release or a general sense of impending doom, people are now looking for a...

The mainstreaming of AI is setting a new precedent for how people relate to non-human sources of intelligence. While automation on a consumer level has typically focused on specific tasks like replying to emails or budgeting, it’s now swiftly expanding to a more dynamic range of applications.

Mobile app Lambus facilitates group travel arrangements by letting people comment on itinerary ideas, make documents accessible for all users, split costs, and share pictures. The app caters to the fact that many tourists find trip-planning daunting and helps to streamline the process.

The pursuit of the fantastical has become the norm for many holidaymakers, who are looking for unique experiences to cherish and share on social media. How is Hamburg-based start-up Sleeperoo enabling people to indulge in mini-adventures that are both sustainable and budget-friendly?

As people wake up to the impact of their everyday decisions on the environment, they’re looking for alternative ways to enjoy their favourite leisure pursuits. It’s why many Europeans are embracing ‘slow travel’, swapping instant gratification for eco-friendly and experience-led trips on trains.

A holiday used to be a two-week affair once a year. But with always-on lifestyles and enticing getaways at the click of a button, Britons are escaping the daily grind in shorter stints, more than ever before. So how can brands tap into the UK’s newfound passion for bite-sized getaways?