As airlines struggle to recover from the pandemic, providers Frontier and Spirit have merged, to bring competitive prices to the market. With people’s travel needs changing due to economic constraints, brands have an opportunity to offer more affordable travel options that support both parties.

Amid a supply chain crisis and geopolitical instability, the start of 2022 has seen many Americans experience a sudden rise in everyday costs. What tactics are they employing to cope with this increase, and how can brands both manage their bottom lines and better serve their customers?

As the cost of living shoots up, people are trying to find ways to optimize their spending and make their paycheck stretch further. Yet in the US, despite reporting worries about rising costs, teens aren't feeling the pinch or holding back on spending – instead, they're splurging across categories.

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.