Amadeus study shows 74% of US travelers use AI in trip planning, only 20% trust it to spend money autonomously

PUBT · 1d ago
Amadeus study shows 74% of US travelers use AI in trip planning, only 20% trust it to spend money autonomously
  • Amadeus report “Tailored Horizons” finds AI is now embedded in U.S. travel planning, with 74% using it to plan trips.
  • Adoption remains high for support tasks, with 49% using AI during trips for real-time updates.
  • Trust drops at transaction points: 65% want booking and payment inside an AI assistant, while 20% would let AI spend within budget unaided.
  • Control remains a constraint, with 43% allowing AI spending only under restrictions, while 29% would not allow it at all.
  • Monetization looks limited: 50% expect AI assistance at no extra cost, while 4% see it becoming premium-priced.


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