Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 342 AI responses · Shares cover the last 30 days · See how Parse measures this
American Automobile Association (AAA) leads AI recommendations for finding cheap theme park tickets. Across the observed window, AI models increasingly emphasized using authorized third-party sellers and membership programs like Costco over general deal-hunting tips.
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| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frequently cited as the top authorized reseller for legitimate ticket discounts. | 73% | |
| 2 | Consistently the top recommendation for its valuable member discounts on park admission. | 72% | |
| 3 | A rising recommendation for members seeking package deals and discounted gift cards. | 44% | |
| 4 | Frequently suggested for its gift card strategy, especially using the RedCard discount. | 37% | |
| 5 | 32% | ||
| 6 | 32% | ||
| 7 | 32% | ||
| 8 | 29% | ||
| 9 | A consistent source for online deals, though its prominence has slightly decreased. | 27% | |
| 10 | 27% | ||
| 11 | Increasingly mentioned alongside AAA for affiliation-based discounts on park admission. | 23% | |
| 12 | 20% | ||
| 13 | 16% | ||
| 14 | 15% | ||
| 15 | 15% | ||
| 16 | 14% | ||
| 17 | 14% | ||
| 18 | 13% | ||
| 19 | 13% | ||
| 20 | 12% | ||
| 21 | 12% | ||
| 22 | 11% | ||
| 23 | 11% | ||
| 24 | 11% | ||
| 25 | Consistently warned against as an unverified and risky source for purchasing tickets. | 10% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
nerdwallet.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 73% of analyzed answers.
Moved from rank #8 to #5 between November and March.
“A source of general user sentiment and warnings.” → “Cited for specific, actionable savings hacks like gift card strategies.”
Jumped from rank #13 to #7 between November and March.
Dropped from rank #3 to #12 between November and March.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25% | 87% | ||
| 54% | 52% | ||
| 29% | 70% | ||
| 54% | 0% | ||
| 42% | 52% |
Across 342 AI responses, Undercover Tourist is mentioned most, named in 73% of them, followed by American Automobile Association (AAA) (72%) and Costco (44%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 342 AI responses to this market's buyer questions over the last 30 days. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is re-measured on the same 30-day window.
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.
AI responses evolved from generic advice, like buying tickets online, to highly specific strategies. Since December, both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews have consistently recommended using authorized third-party resellers like Undercover Tourist and leveraging membership discounts from organizations such as AAA and
Costco. Google AI's responses consistently appear as a structured list, while ChatGPT often provides a more conversational breakdown with subheadings.
Brands mentioned
What are the best tips for finding cheap tickets to a theme park?
AI responses evolved from generic advice, like buying tickets online, to highly specific strategies. Since December, both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews have consistently recommended using authorized third-party resellers like Undercover Tourist and leveraging membership discounts from organizations such as AAA and
Costco. Google AI's responses consistently appear as a structured list, while ChatGPT often provides a more conversational breakdown with subheadings.