Google to Create Personalized AI-Generated Travel Itineraries for Your Next Vacation

Google ‌Unveils AI-Powered Travel Planning Features​ and ⁢Personalized Recommendations

Search Generative Experience (SGE)⁢ Update

With the summer holiday season approaching, ⁣Google​ is introducing a range of travel updates ‍that position the company at the heart of the travel planning process. The most notable addition is​ an update to its Search Generative Experience (SGE), which harnesses the power of AI⁣ to help users create personalized travel itineraries and generate trip ideas.

Currently available in English to U.S. users‌ enrolled in the Search Labs program, this new feature draws inspiration from websites,‌ reviews, photos, ⁢and user-submitted details about destinations worldwide. For instance, if a user asks, “plan me a three day trip to Philadelphia that’s all ⁢about history,” the AI will generate a sample itinerary featuring​ attractions, restaurants, and an overview of flight and hotel options, organized by time of day.

Google has not commented on when or if ⁤it might roll this out more widely. But it points to how⁢ the company is experimenting with ⁢how and where it can apply its ⁣AI engine.

While the itineraries are currently ​non-actionable, users ⁤can export them to Gmail, Docs, or Maps once they are satisfied with the plan. This update not only⁢ showcases Google’s experimentation⁣ with AI applications but also gathers valuable data on ‍travel purchasing ⁤intent and‍ user appetite ⁤for such services.

Enhanced Recommendations in Google Maps

Google is also making it easier for users to ​discover lists of recommendations in Google Maps for ​select cities in ⁤the U.S. and Canada. ​When ‌searching for a city in Maps, users ‍will‌ now see curated lists of places to visit from publishers like The ⁣Infatuation and other users. Additionally, curated‌ lists of top, trending, and⁢ hidden gem restaurants will⁢ be available in over 40 U.S. cities.

Customizable Lists for Personalized Travel Planning

To further enhance the travel planning experience, Google is⁣ introducing new tools that allow users to ​customize their lists. This feature enables better organization​ of travel plans and ‌easier sharing of favorite spots with friends and family.​ Users can now⁢ arrange the order of places in a list, prioritizing by top‌ favorites or creating a chronological itinerary. Moreover, users can link content ⁣from their social channels to their lists.

As Google continues to innovate in the travel sector, these updates demonstrate the company’s commitment to providing⁤ users with personalized, AI-driven⁢ solutions that streamline the travel planning process and offer valuable insights for‍ both travelers ‍and the travel industry as a whole.