July 28, 2026
People are increasingly looking for ways to go offline, experience the real world, and “touch grass.” This year, searches for “adult tennis lessons,” “trail running,” “hiking,” and “running clubs” are higher than ever. People are also searching for questions like “how to digital detox” (up 110% since the beginning of the year) and “how to meet people my age near me.”
To help you make the most of your time offline, AI Mode in Google Search provides tools to get the information you need. Here’s how:
1. Find local classes that fit your schedule.
Want to try something new but don’t know where to start? You can use AI Mode to ask questions like: “How do I start playing tennis? Are there any beginner camps or classes nearby?”
Personal Intelligence allows you to securely connect information across Google apps, making AI Mode’s responses more tailored to you. For example, say you want to improve your cooking skills and find a class next month that easily fits into your schedule. If you’ve opted to connect your Google Calendar, you’ll receive recommendations that match your existing schedule.
2. Find the gear you actually need.
Getting outdoors is a great way to step away from the digital world, but for activities like hiking and trail running, you need to make sure you’re fully prepared before you head out. You can shop directly in AI Mode to ensure you get exactly what you need. Try asking: “Can you help me find some affordable hiking boots with good ankle support?” AI Mode will help you choose between products that meet your needs. You can also add “near me” or “nearby” to your search to check local availability, or even let Google make a call for you to nearby stores to check their inventory.
3. Refine your strategy.
If you’ve taken up board games this year, you can use Canvas in AI Mode to create a guide to help you remember core gameplay strategies. Go to AI Mode, click the plus menu, select Canvas, and enter a prompt like: “I know the basic rules of chess and how the pieces move, but I want to improve. Please make a guide with a few easy-to-remember strategies I can start using right away to get an edge when playing with friends.” Once you’ve mastered the key moves, you can even use Canvas to build a game simulation to practice against the computer.
4. Find and book event tickets.
If you like spending your offline time attending live events, you can use AI Mode to help you find and book tickets for nearby events, such as concerts and sporting events. Provide details like your budget, how many tickets you need, and what kind of event you want to attend. AI Mode will compile a list of options, allowing you to complete your booking on your preferred platform to ensure a smooth entry.
5. Design a dinner party invitation.
Hosting a dinner party is a wonderful way to put your phone away and spend quality time with friends. By connecting some of your favorite apps (like Canva) to Search, you can easily turn any inspiration into an editable design, all in one place. Just try entering a prompt like: “Create a flyer in Canva for a party I’m hosting in two weeks. Make the style modern and minimalist.” Canva will generate a custom design right in your search results. You can continue adding final design details in Canva, or easily download and send it out. Then, you can get back to planning your table setting.
Want more inspiration? Learn more about what people are searching for to see how everyone is making a conscious effort to disconnect and return to offline life.