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...

People are craving comfort. Amid what can feel like a state of constant crisis – a layering of traumatic societal events – it can sometimes seem like we’ve lost a sense of scale and cohesion. In the face of this, the desire to retreat into nostalgia is more seductive than ever.

Once a signifier of luxury or novelty, custom products and services are now within reach of the everyday consumer, thanks to the rise of artificial intelligence, algorithm-led platforms, and the COVID-era digitisation boom. Today, everyone wants to be the main character of their brand experience.

A survey from Expedia has found that travellers are using their favourite shows and latest binge-watches as a means of planning upcoming vacations. The influence of screens – both big and small – is catching up with traditional travel inspiration, like peer recommendations and social platforms.

India’s culinary landscape is evolving from traditional dining to immersive experiences that engage all the senses, fueled by urbanisation and the spending power of experience-hungry youth. Diners there crave regional delicacies, micro-cuisine journeys, and interactive environments.

Luxury travellers are increasingly aware of their environmental impact and are willing to spend more to reduce their footprint. Orient Express responds to this desire by offering immersive railway services that celebrate regional cultures and transform the journey into an unforgettable experience.

A travel startup has partnered with Netflix to host curated trips to Paris for fans of the showEmily in Paris. The themed trips tap into people's growing enthusiasm to capture brand moments that create memories and the desire to participate in exclusive, personalised, fandom-inspired experiences.