While luxury travellers may once have taken monogrammed Louis Vuitton luggage on their trips, the fast and functional Rimowa is prized by the new jet set. With Gen Y flying abroad more often than older generations, the sturdy suitcase brand serves as a no-frills status symbol for those on the go.

People buy luggage out of necessity, not desire – but Raden is rethinking this attitude. As a growing number of objects join the Internet of Things, Raden is adding suitcases to the catalogue of items that are merging with technology to make lives easier.

As US domestic airlines seek to win the battleground of domestic travel, perks and incentives begin to play a more prominent role in a passengers decision. Canvas8 spoke to ten Americans to understand what options they feel would most improve their experience.

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?