The mainstreaming of AI is setting a new precedent for how people relate to non-human sources of intelligence. While automation on a consumer level has typically focused on specific tasks like replying to emails or budgeting, it’s now swiftly expanding to a more dynamic range of applications.

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.

Cycling holidays aren’t typically associated with all-out luxury, but LeBlanq is filling this gap in the market. The tour operator offers trips that combine top-notch cycling with world-class dining, exposing luxury travellers to some of the biggest names in the worlds of sport and gastronomy.

A desire to explore the outdoors without sacrificing luxury amenities has led many Chinese travellers to opt for glamping holidays. In addition to offering a close-to-home option as lockdown restrictions persist, it provides a chance for people to relax and re-engage with nature.

Europe’s big spenders are travelling no less in 2021, but they’re opting for short-haul holidays. This has inspired Spain to swap a mass tourism model for one that caters to the premium traveller as luxury tourists increasingly choose southern Europe over tropical destinations.