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1 Jul 2023

Could your next trip be planned by a virtual travel agent? Booking.com announces new AI Trip Planner

Leading online travel agency Booking.com has ventured into the world of AI with a new ChatGPT-powered trip planner.

One of the world’s leading online travel platforms, Booking.com, is hoping to make your next trip easier with the help of AI.

Announced today (27 June), the booking site’s new AI Trip Planner aims to help you home in on destinations and accommodation in a conversational way.

“Much like how you would begin to talk about planning a trip with your partner or friends,” says Rob Francis, CTO of Booking.com.

Ultimately, it could provide the same services and benefits of a human travel agentBooking.com’s CEO Glenn Fogel told Euronews Travel at ETC’s Destinations Europe Summit.

Powered partly by OpenAI’s ChatGPTthe tool will launch in beta mode to a selection of US travelers on the Booking.com app on 28 June.

Will Booking.com’s AI Trip Planner make life easier for travelers?

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30 Jun 2023

Florida’s Natural Wonders: Exploring the Magnificent Trio of Ginnie Springs, Everglades, and Crystal River

It’s widely known that Florida is brimming with attractions that showcase the state’s spectacular natural splendor. This great position adds to its humid subtropical climate, making it a beautiful natural marvel with unique attractionsspecies, plants, and ecosystems.

Few places can compete with Florida’s natural splendor, and entertaining, one-of-a-kind excursions are always assured. The Sunshine State is full of magnificent treasures and different landscapes just waiting for travelers to discover, from white sand beaches to hidden tunnels. Discover some of Florida’s greatest natural treasures from the pristine Crystal River to the breathtaking Everglades!

Florida Travel Tips:

Florida is great for visiting any time of the year. However, each season can impact certain aspects. Remember to choose dates carefully to avoid large crowds and hot weather. This is usually months from June to September.

In these months, temperatures can reach up to 95° F, which can be very difficult to explore

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29 Jun 2023

7 Things To Do In Sigiriya Sri Lanka

There are many things to do in Sigiriya Sri Lanka – this is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Most people travel here to visit the famous Rock of Sigiriya, but if you give it enough time you’ll discover a beautiful region, with lush nature and hidden gems that all deserve to be explored.

In this post, I highlight all the unmissable things to do in Sigiriya and share some practical information to organize your visit.

7 Great Things To Do In Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

Climb Sigiriya Rock

One of the top things to do in Sigiriya is climbing/hiking the giant Sigiriya Rock. Upon seeing it, you will completely understand why this is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s simply unique! If you decide to see just one of all the ancient cities and holy sites, make it

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27 Jun 2023

Harris & Johnson Say Members Are “Embracing The New Ensemble”

“We’re in a really good spot,” says David Harris, Executive Chairman of Ensemble.

TravelPulse Canada caught up with Harris and Ensemble President Michael Johnson a year after the consortium – a cooperative for over 50 years – was acquired by Navigatr Group.

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At the time, Johnson said: “Travel has evolved and it’s time the consortium did too. Ensemble is the 50-year-old new kid on the block.”

Although 95% of the former cooperative’s shareholders voted in favor of the acquisition, it still was a tumultuous time for Ensemble, especially as it happened just as the pandemic that devastated the travel industry was beginning to release its hold.

Ensemble Travel Group CEO David Harris — Ensemble Travel Group has named David Harris as CEO, a newly-created position. He’ll be based in Toronto.

“We had to prove ourselves,” says Harris. “We’re thrilled with where we are.”

During a conversation at last October’s Ensemble agency owners and

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24 Jun 2023

Fun Things to Do With Teenagers in Dallas, Texas

I’m excited to talk to you all about some of the great things to do with your teenagers in Dallas, Texas. As a parent of two teenagers myself, I know how difficult it can be to find activities that feel age-appropriate yet also enjoyable for all involved. Luckily, Dallas is chock-full of amazing opportunities that will make for the perfect family outing. From thrilling amusement parks to unique museums, there’s something for everyone!

1. Visit Six Flags Over Texas

Six Flags Over Texas is a superb place to take your teenagers when they crave adventure. It has some of the wildest rides around, including some of the best roller coasters in the nation. While there, don’t forget to check out the Hurricane Harbor water park for refreshing fun on hot summer days.

2. Bowls and Barrels

If you’re looking for a fun spot to take your teenager bowling, I suggest

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22 Jun 2023

New Orleans Pelicans and TripADeal announce global partnership

The New Orleans Pelicans announced today a first-of-its-kind global partnership with TripADeal, an Australian-based online travel agent offering bucket list trips at unbelievable prices. The partnership between the Pelicans and TripADeal marks the first Australian International Team Marketing Plan (ITMP) in the NBA. TripADeal will become the Official Online Travel Agency of the Pelicans.

“We are thrilled to partner with TripADeal to help create memorable once-in-a-lifetime experiences for basketball fans worldwide,” said Pelicans President Dennis Lauscha. “With the NBA becoming increasingly popular in Australia, this partnership allows us to grow fan engagement and develop interactive opportunities with the passionate basketball fanbase in Australia and its surrounding markets.”

“We’re proud to be the first Australian organization to sponsor an NBA team, and to be doing it with such a reputable organization as the New Orleans Pelicans,” said TripADeal Co-Founder and Co-CEO Richard Johnston. “The popularity of basketball and the NBA in

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21 Jun 2023

Top 10 Beach Vacation Packing List

Planning a beach vacation? Don’t know what to pack for a beach vacation? Picture yourself lounging on pristine sandy shores, soaking up the sun, and savoring the gentle breeze. To make the most of your seaside retreat, here are my recommended top 10 beach vacation packing list. It’s essential to pack wisely. Whether you’re heading to a tropical paradise, a serene coastal town, or your local seashore, I’ve curated the ultimate beach vacation checklist for you. For all your beach trip essentials, this beach list will ensure your getaway is as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.

𝘚𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮ang𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘮a𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘥𝘦 a𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘪ana𝘵𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬𝘴. 𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬𝘴 𝘐 𝘮a𝘬𝘦 a a 𝘴 𝘮ang𝘭𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘩a𝘴𝘦! 𝘛𝘩ang𝘯𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘔a𝘤𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰𝘴 𝘩 𝘛𝘳an𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘴!

1. Sunscreen and sun protection

Nothing ruins a beach vacation faster than a painful sunburn. Protect your skin from harmful UV rays

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16 Jun 2023

Worldline Wants Customers to ‘Be Their Own Travel Agent’

Payments services company Worldline has launched a partnership with travel website travelplanbooker.com.

“At its core, this is new partnership empowers today’s traveler to be their own travel agent, planning and tailoring their trips to their own personal desires and budget,” Worldline said in a news release Monday (June 5).

The three-year partnership will combine travelplanbooker.com’s interactive travel platform and Worldline’s acquiring solutions and payment services for an easier booking experience, according to the release. Travelers enter data and payment details once through Worldline’s solution as they search for and plot out their itineraries.

“We want our customers to be able to enjoy the exciting phase of building their perfect itinerary all through to the end: plan, search, book and pay all-in-one with their preferred payment method,” Ruedi Hesstravelplanbooker.com’s founder and president, said in the release.

He added that Worldline lets his company “give travelers a stress-free and simple

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14 Jun 2023

Google’s AI to power virtual travel agents from Priceline

June 6 (Reuters) – Want a New York hotel near a Christmas market, a vegan restaurant, or another attraction?

Look no further than artificial intelligence from Google (GOOGL.O) at Priceline as early as this summer, the companies told Reuters.

The online travel agency, part of Booking Holdings (BKNG.O), aims to debut a more sophisticated chatbot for planning trips, as well as hotel suggestions that are like “a personal concierge” tailored to users, said Martin Brodbeck, Priceline’s chief technology officers.

“You can easily find out that in Bryant Park there’s a Christmas market that runs from early November all the way through the beginning of January when you’re actually booking your hotel,” he said.

New tools from Google’s cloud division give Priceline access to generative AI, like the technology behind ChatGPT that can draft text as if a human wrote it. The tools also extract information such as hotel prices from

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13 Jun 2023

Canadian Agents Discover the Nile with Exotic Journeys

It was a memorable FAM for nine Canadian agents who traveled with Exotic Journeys to the land of ancient wonders along the Nile.

During their week-long stay, the group had the chance to participate in several excursions and visit breathtaking sites. Some highlights include exploring the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, and the National Museum of Civilization.