The COVID-19 crisis has not dampened affluent Americans’ desire to travel, but it has affected the kinds of experiences they’re craving. How are brands satisfying HNWIs’ hunger for exclusive and extraordinary trips while also responding to growing expectations for sustainability and privacy?

Consumer confidence in the UK is on the rise with people feeling more comfortable about their finances and the economy. Consequently, consumer spending is growing with people spending more on retail, hospitality, and travel as they look to make up for lost time during lockdown.

Memorial Day weekend saw many travel across the US to reunite with loved ones. But due to COVID-19 concerns, they went by car instead of air and opted for Airbnbs over hotels. Canvas8 spoke to eight people to find out how the pandemic has impacted their summer 2021 travel plans.

The UK’s traffic light system was intended to restore people’s confidence in travelling abroad again, but it’s had the opposite effect on many. So, what will convince them to start booking overseas trips? Canvas8 spoke to nine Britons to find out how COVID-19 has impacted their summer plans.