Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 988 AI responses · See how Parse measures this
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Measured across ChatGPT & Google AIAI assistants consistently recommend 
TikTok| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Alphabet | 47% | |
| 2 |  Meta | 43% | |
| 3 |  RedditA top source for authentic, unfiltered advice from locals in city-specific subreddits. | A top source for authentic, unfiltered advice from locals in city-specific subreddits. | 34% |
| 4 |  YelpMentioned for restaurant reviews, but its prominence has decreased over the last six months. | Mentioned for restaurant reviews, but its prominence has decreased over the last six months. | 23% |
| 5 |  TripadvisorMentioned for reviews, but often with a warning to look past tourist-heavy recommendations. | Mentioned for reviews, but often with a warning to look past tourist-heavy recommendations. | 19% |
| 6 | TikTok | 18% | |
| 7 |  Atlas ObscuraThe primary suggestion for finding quirky, unusual, and off-the-beaten-path attractions. | The primary suggestion for finding quirky, unusual, and off-the-beaten-path attractions. | 13% |
| 8 |  Worldpackers | 11% | |
| 9 |  Vox Media | 9% | |
| 10 |  Unwto | 8% | |
| 11 |  Uber | 8% | |
| 12 |  Booking Holdings | 7% | |
| 13 |  Quora | 6% | |
| 14 |  Airbnb | 6% | |
| 15 |  HalfHalf Travel | 5% | |
| 16 |  Lost With Purpose | 5% | |
| 17 |  Condé Nast Traveler | 4% | |
| 18 |  Pinterest | 4% | |
| 19 |  Roadtrippers | 4% | |
| 20 |  JPMorgan Chase | 4% | |
| 21 |  Foursquare | 4% | |
| 22 |  UN Tourism | 3% | |
| 23 |  Resy | 3% | |
| 24 |  Charita Česká republika | 3% | |
| 25 |  National Geographic | 3% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
reddit.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 48% of analyzed answers.
Mentions surged as a key source for unfiltered recommendations in city-specific subreddits.
Dropped from rank #8 to #13 between November and March as social media discovery grew.
“A primary resource for reviews” → “A source to use cautiously due to tourist focus”
Became a top-cited platform for finding local spots between January and March.
Fell from #2 to #4 in overall mentions, increasingly cited for groups and events.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reddit | 13% | 30% | |
 Google | 16% | 12% | |
 Eater | 11% | 23% | |
| Google Maps | 14% | 20% | |
| Instagram | 10% | 18% |
The two models disagree most about Apple Maps (ChatGPT #7, Google #18).
AI assistants consistently recommend Instagram as the top tool for discovering unique local experiences. Across the six-month window, social platforms like TikTok and Reddit have surged in recommendations, positioning user-generated content as the primary way for travelers to avoid tourist traps.
Across 988 AI responses, Alphabet is mentioned most, named in 47% of them, followed by Meta (43%) and Reddit (34%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 988 AI responses to this market's buyer questions. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is published weekly.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
Instagram
FacebookAtlas ObscuraAI recommendations have consistently focused on using local-curated platforms and community insights. Early responses highlighted 
How can I find fun and unique things to do in a new city that aren't just tourist traps?
AI recommendations have consistently focused on using local-curated platforms and community insights. Early responses highlighted
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Brands mentioned
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Atlas ObscuraInstagramRedditHow can I find unique, local experiences that aren't listed in the guidebooks?
