‘Transformational festivals’ such as Burning Man are gaining popularity in the US as young people seek out-of-town utopias that shun the commercialism of the traditional festival experience. Beyond simply wanting to let off steam, they want to take part in something that speaks to their values.

Traditional media consumption and consumer digital advertising fatigue continues to change the ways in which brands interact with consumers online. To tackle this, legal information services company Lawyers.com is cutting through the noise by using an influencer strategy that baits Trump.

While many travellers now expect immersive experiences as part of their holidays, some intrepid individuals are demanding more – adventure. Secret Compass provides extreme escapes to remote jungles, deserts, and polar regions. But why are people venturing to the ends of the Earth for a vacation?

For digital natives, Facebook and Instagram are key social lifelines – but they also present a risk to users’ wellbeing as they judge themselves by what they see on these platforms. How is satirical site Lifefaker sparking a conversation about the dangers of obsessing over one’s online image?