The cruise industry is currently worth $37 billion. The cliché that these ‘floating malls’ only appeal to newlyweds or senior citizens is backed by the fact that only 7% of cruisers are Millennials. Can a company called Un-Cruise Adventures lure younger travellers aboard?

A cruise holiday is often regarded as a traditional pastime, reserved for relatively well-off Boomers. Now, Carnival is trying to attract a younger crowd, bringing an element of personalisation to the high seas with the Ocean Medallion – a wearable that functions as a digital concierge for guests.

The beach holds a privileged place in the Australian psyche. Synonymous with down time Down Under, it’s a particularly important part of the nation’s leisurely lifestyle. But is this really still true? What role does the beach play in contemporary Aussie living – and spending?

Aussies had record levels of untaken annual leave in 2015. But though they may be working harder than ever, they’re determined to make the most of their free time – with their nearest and dearest. Research shows that Aussie families are jetting off on luxurious, multi-generational getaways.