KAYAK Study Predicts 2026 Travel Trends

KAYAK and TikTok released the 2026 "What the Future" report in 2025, analyzing billions of searches and surveys of over 14,000 Gen Z and Millennial travelers. It finds strong preferences for lesser-known destinations (69% Gen Z, 66% Millennials), growing trust in AI recommendations (41%), rising demand for flexible payments (35% influenced), and emphasis on wellness, authenticity, and shorter trips. These trends signal shifts for travel platforms and operators.
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