# Autonomous Travel Consumers favor self-service options in every aspect of travel. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Mar 7, 2016 | Category: [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/global-trends-and-hip-travel) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autonomous-travel ## Key Figures - Trend score: 2.8/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Autonomous Travel trend? **Autonomous Travel:** Understanding the growing consumer preference for doing things oneself, without human intervention, many travel companies and hospitality brands are offering full self-service options. Less about convenience, this progression speaks to the desire for travel to become an entirely self-directed experience, as well as the growing independence of consumers. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 8 to Mar 9, 2016 - Published: Mar 7, 2016 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Autonomous Travel trend ### Self-service terminals and kiosks Companies are offering full self-service options for check-ins and baggage drops, replacing traditional staff at airports and hotels. ### Concierge apps Hospitality apps like ButlerPad are providing customers with a personal concierge experience and helping them carry out tasks that would traditionally require staff assistance. ### Self-service rebooking solutions Innovative digital tools like the Amadeus Ticket Changer Shopper are allowing users to modify flights and itineraries without leaving the website or needing to speak to a travel agent. ## What the Autonomous Travel trend means for industry ### For Hospitality Hotels are adopting self-service solutions like concierge apps and automated baggage counters for more efficient and cost-effective operations. ### For Aviation Airports are introducing self-service terminals and kiosks for check-ins and baggage drops, which helps reduce long lines and promote efficiency. ### For Travel agencies Digital tools like the Amadeus Ticket Changer Shopper are being adopted by travel agencies to lower operational costs and provide users with self-service rebooking options directly on their websites. ## Workshop question How could you empower consumers by giving them more responsibility in their interactions with your brand? ## Trend signals for Autonomous Travel Trend score 2.8 out of 10, from popularity 47%, activity 29%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 47% - Activity: 29% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Autonomous Travel trend 5 featured examples from Mar 8 to Mar 9, 2016. - [Self-Serve Hospitality Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concierge-app): ButlerPad is a Concierge App That Increases Self-Service Options (Category: World) Implication: Apps like ButlerPad are transforming the hospitality industry by enabling greater guest self-service, personalization and engagement through digital technology. - [Self-Serve Luggage Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baggage-counter): India is Unveiling Automated Baggage Counters at Airports (Category: World) Implication: The hospitality industry can leverage automation to enhance guest experiences and improve operational efficiency. - [Convenient Baggage Kiosks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hong-kong-international): Hong Kong International Airport Introduces Self-Service Baggage Stations (Category: Tech) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced airport technologies that streamline processes, enhance traveler experiences, and improve operational efficiency. - [Sophisticated Self-Service Airports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melbourne-airport): Melbourne Airport Debuts a High-Tech Self Service Terminal (Category: Tech) Implication: Airlines can explore integrating advanced self-service terminals into their operations to optimize the check-in and baggage processes for passengers. - [Self-Serve Rebooking Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amadeus-ticket-changer): The Amadeus Ticket Changer Adds Features to Travel Agency Sites (Category: Tech) Implication: Travel agencies can greatly benefit from offering self-service rebooking tools on their websites to improve customer experience and reduce operational costs ## Recent trend clusters - [Layered Getaways](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/short-trip-leisure) (World) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in World - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) - [Family Rave Vacations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/family-rave) - [Free In-Flight Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-in-flight-internet) - [Flexible Luxury Motorhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-luxury-motorhomes) All articles: [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world)