No longer content to just take sea-and-sun breaks or book opulent hotels, the ultra-wealthy are now after travel experiences that are transformative and serve their quest for self-actualisation. How are the shifting values of high-net-worth individuals impacting the holiday decisions they make?

Comparison sites such as Kayak and Skyscanner have enabled people to find the best deals for their own holidays, contributing to the decline of the high street travel agent. But with ‘information overload’ a common source of stress, how is the package trip being adapted for demanding travellers?

Britons are dusting off their passports and going to festivals abroad more than ever, research from Festicket has found. An overseas festival presents people with the opportunity to experience their favourite music, and maximise their holiday time with added sun, sea, and sand.

Scottish indie veterans Belle and Sebastian are launching a music festival set to take place on a Mediterranean cruise ship. As Britons seek better value, comfort and a holiday-like experience from their festivals, the band's idea of combining music and travel offers a double experiential whammy.