Oh, I'm super reliant on them. Before I book anything, I dive deep into the reviews. It's like doing my homework before a big test. I need to know what I'm getting into, especially with food. You can't just go to any place and expect it to be great.

— 32-year-old female foodie from Boston, MA, who uses TripAdvisor to explore restaurant recommendations.

I think the number of reviews and the consistency of what they say matters a lot. Also, if reviewers have photos or detailed descriptions, it feels more real. But, it's the negative reviews that I pay the most attention to because they make me anxious about potential bad experiences.

— 23-year-old female international student from Tucson, AZ, who reads reviews to plan trips during school breaks.

I trust the reviews more than the ratings. Ratings can be manipulated easily, you know? But reviews, even if some are fake, give you a better sense of what to expect. It's the details in the reviews that help me make a decision, not just a number.

— 34 years old non-binary avid gamer from Chicago who loves TripAdvisor products.

I'm going to keep using it the same way, but maybe even more. I'm planning some trips outside of Boston, and I'll definitely rely on TripAdvisor to find the best local eateries. It's become an essential tool for my food adventures!

— 32-year-old female foodie from Boston, MA, who uses TripAdvisor to explore restaurant recommendations.

It's like having a foodie friend who knows all the best spots! When I'm looking for a new place to eat, TripAdvisor suggests restaurants based on my preferences and past reviews. It's like my friend is saying, 'You have to try this place, it's got amazing pasta and the ambiance is just what you like!'

— 32-year-old female foodie from Boston, MA, who uses TripAdvisor to explore restaurant recommendations.

I'd say an 8. Most of the time, the reviews are spot on, especially for restaurants. But sometimes, I come across a few that seem a bit off or biased.

— 32-year-old female foodie from Boston, MA, who uses TripAdvisor to explore restaurant recommendations.

Well, you know, I've been using TripAdvisor a lot lately for planning my cross-country road trips. It's been really helpful in finding those hidden gem places to stop at. Like last month, I was driving through New Mexico, and TripAdvisor led me to this wonderful little diner in Santa Fe. The reviews were spot-on about the homemade green chili stew. It's amazing how accurate the descriptions and ratings can be!

— 52-year-old retired female from Dallas, TX, who uses TripAdvisor extensively to plan cross-country road trips.