Traditional city playmats for kids lack green spaces, promoting car-centric views of urban areas from an early age. Tackling this, a new generation of children has reimagined the old-school playmat with Bolt to promote healthier city living with greenery, public transit, and bikes.

France and Ireland have partnered to launch a combined ferry ticket that will simplify travel between the two countries. Aimed at Gen Zers, the scheme seeks to liberate eco-conscious travellers and quell the rise of careless jet-setting by providing convenient, environmentally-friendly options.

In the UK, TravelWest’s Birthday Bus Pass is a transport initiative offering residents free bus travel during the month of their birthday. Launched in August 2023, it’s the first intervention of its kind in the country that increases passenger numbers and encourages behavioural change.

While they may want to select eco-friendly options, it can be difficult for people to prioritise sustainability when travelling amid rising costs and shrinking budgets. Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Ivan Paunovic to find out how these anxieties are impacting holiday decisions and what this means for brands.