Travel agents and eco-minded consumers can make more informed travel decisions thanks to a tool from Google that provides precise carbon emissions data from flights. It comes at a time when greenwashing claims and the cost of living crisis have undermined people's motivation to travel better.

Luxury hotel brand Songtsam has unveiled an eco-retreat in Tibet, the first in the region. The announcement arrives as people’s travel mindsets are changing, with focuses shifting to sustainable trips that allow people to respect local cultures and environments while also being eco-conscious.

The travel and leisure industries play an important role in helping people escape a world that is often oppressively miserable. Despite budgets being stretched, people are spending on luxurious dining and tourism experiences not only because they deliver a higher standard of service but also because they’re seen as a justified investment in their wellbeing.