Authorities in the UAE are trialling aerial-based public transport systems in Dubai. With Emirates getting used to their cities being hotbeds of technological innovation, it's inspiring city planners and home technology brands alike to develop smarter cities that improve its residents' wellbeing.

Soon, airplane passengers might not have to clamour for window seats – there’ll be more than enough to go around. Dubai-based airliner Emirates is trialling virtual windows in its first-class cabins to up the ante of the flyer experience, creating a whole new type of in-flight luxury.

As people wake up to the impact of their everyday decisions on the environment, they’re looking for alternative ways to enjoy their favourite leisure pursuits. It’s why many Europeans are embracing ‘slow travel’, swapping instant gratification for eco-friendly and experience-led trips on trains.

In a few years, sleeper trains have gone from empty carriages to eco-luxury. Connecting Central Europe both day and night, Austria’s Federal Railway (ÖBB) is transforming the train travel experience. Will the next decade provide a Europe-wide renaissance of the romance of rail?