Stressed out Gen Yers are looking for an escape from city life, and the ocean, with its therapeutic properties, is emerging as a support system. Thera-Sea is introducing urbanites to the sea’s healing powers, and awakening an understanding of this powerful but fragile ecosystem.

The pandemic has left the travel industry shellshocked and travelers unsure when they can travel again. HipCamp offers people the opportunity to stay anywhere from a cabin in the woods to unused farmland, offering the dose of nature they crave and helping hosts stay afloat in tough times.

With traditional ways of socialising blocked and the stress of the pandemic having a drastic impact on people's mental health, many Britons have embraced the soothing balm of a new or old hobby. But how might an uptick in creativity impact their leisure preferences in the post-pandemic era?

With travel restrictions in China nearly dissolved, citizens are on a revenge travel streak, snapping up mystery flights to unknown destinations from as low as ¥98. This has been particularly popular among Chinese youth, who are big on new experiences and quick-fix indulgences.

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?

Ever wanted to take a dip in your neighbor's pool? Pool rental platform Swimply allows people to rent out private pools by the hour. As the pandemic prompts a rise in local-first mindsets, the platform looks well-placed to tap growing desires for local travel and leisure experiences.

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.