Imagine describing an upcoming trip that you're planning for your boss, and getting handpicked suggestions for flights, tours, activities, hotels and restaurants that fit their preferences perfectly - all available instantly, at the click of a button.
While the leisure-focused travel planners like like justasklayla.com, wonderplan.ai, tripplanner.ai, and Iplan.ai might be a bit off-target if you are trying to schedule your boss’ conference trip, Generative AI tools like ChatGPT can still be a helpful travel planning sidekick - and even help you research, build and structure your next travel itinerary.
Traditionally, planning a trip meant diving into endless Google searches, sifting through numerous google ads, comparing searches on different booking pages, and deciphering generic, one-size-fits-all advice, usually targeted at leisure travelers. You might find yourself buried in a flood of information about accommodations, local attractions, and dining options, often leading to decision fatigue. So we say - work smart, not hard - and use AI to cut through the noise to find better, more tailored recommendations, that will make planning and decision making a breeze.
A great first step when you start using ChatGPT for research, is to master the art of prompting. We have broken down the key elements of creating ChatGPT prompts for travel planning here. If you're already a prompt expert, here are some practical tips to elevate your trip planning research with ChatGPT.
If you're tired of comparing flight times, prices, and accommodation options manually, ChatGPT can help you with a comparative analysis. For example, you can enter your travel dates and ask for a comparison of business class flights from several airlines, highlighting the best combination of price and timing.
Instead of wading through detailed descriptions, ask ChatGPT to summarize options, highlighting key points such as pros, cons, and pricing.