Kayak WTF Study: Polling Thousands of Users for Future Travel Trends [Video]

Out with one and done trips, in with multi-destination city jumping adventures planned by an AI travel agent.

Kayak launched its WTF – What the Future Report, which reveals eight predictions for travel by 2030.

In partnership with The Future Laboratory, the WTF Report blends social and cultural research, interviews with Kayak executives and external experts, survey insights from 9,100 people across nine countries, and an in-depth analysis of Kayak user behaviour.

Here are their eight travel trends for the next few years.

AI Agents

A new wave of travel agents is emerging, focusing on personalized travel experiences.

“By 2030, virtual AI Assistants will handle a variety of travel arrangements, offering tailored trips and securing the best deals effortlessly,” Kayak said

“AI is already rapidly improving customer support for travel delays and itinerary changes. It’s also suggesting personalized recommendations of places to visit and things to do. The next big step forward will be automated bookings, and we’re already making Kayak AI agent-friendly,” said Steve Hafner, …