Dhaka, Oct. 12 -- The number of travelers using artificial intelligence (AI) to plan holidays has doubled in the past year, according to new research from the UK travel association ABTA.

Of the 2,000 people surveyed, 8 percent said they now use AI tools for travel inspiration and advice - up from 4 percent in 2024. Travelers aged 25-34 are leading the trend, with 18 percent using AI to plan their trips. Meanwhile, 13 percent of those aged 18-24 and only 3 percent of those aged 55-64 said they rely on AI for trip planning.

The study also found that 43 percent of respondents feel confident using AI to help organize a holiday, and 38 percent would consider booking a trip through AI-powered platforms - a process made easier by partnerships ...