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...

Conversations about sustainability are no longer enough. As it becomes all but certain that global heating will increase beyond the 1.5°C of the Paris Agreement, the effects of climate change are already a reality for many communities worldwide. People are not only sensing the urgency of the matter but are re...

There is growing interest in sustainable travel as people reassess their priorities, but there’s an intention-action gap brought about by a lack of transparency from the tourism industry. Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Christina Chi about how brands can align with their audience’s eco-conscious demands.

Aruba has introduced a tourist fee to enhance sustainability and control overtourism. This initiative reflects a broader effort by the luxury resort to balance the economic benefits of tourism with the preservation of natural and cultural heritage for future generations.

Researchers at Washington State University have found that a majority of Americans are prioritizing sustainability when traveling. The findings point to a growing aversion to greenwashing claims from companies, as people instead look to support local communities as a sustainable alternative.

Could AI be the next frontier in personalised travel? How can companies deal with overtourism? Are niche experiences going to replace shared global events? In this part of the 2025 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about how attitudes to travel and leisure are adapting to changing times.