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"Hot off the press" It gives us immense pleasure to share that our article titled "The Effect of Motivated Consumer Innovativeness on the Intention to Use Chatbots in the Travel and Tourism Sector" is published in "Asia Pacific Journal of Tourism Research" (Scopus Q1, ABDC- A). We would like to thank all anonymous reviewers and the editorial team of "Asia Pacific Journal of Tourism Research" for their support and guidance in shaping the paper. Happy to see the result of our hard work and perseverance! #research #publication# symbiosis #teamwork # chatbot #Travel

🌍 Boosting Local Tourism with AI 🤖 Promoting local tourism can be a tough challenge. How do you provide potential visitors with the right information that makes them choose your destination? Today’s travelers crave unique, authentic experiences—not just the same stale tourist spots they’ve seen in every brochure. So, how can you offer these experiences in multiple languages, while answering countless questions along the way? Artificial Intelligence is the key! But do all DMOs (Destination Marketing Organizations) need to develop their own AI chatbot? Thankfully, the answer is no! DMOs can now RENT an AI travel concierge—like the one from @dm2find—that's tailored to their destination, complete with an extensive event calendar and their own branding. 🚀 Easier, faster, more cost-effective, and fully customized. With more than 40 DMO bots already available, there's never been a better time to enhance your visitor engagement! Check them out at 👉 https://dm2find.ai/dmo * I requested AI to render an image of the 750 year old horse market with carnival and market in Vianen, province of Utrecht, the Netherlands, held yearly in October

Techtrends. Just because I love to travel I think the first step towards smart tourism should be how the role of technology can embrace the tourism experience , these are my best one : #techforgood 🌍 Reveel can instantly transform your paper maps into interactive digital guidebooks that will open up straight in your phone with just one scan. You can display all the information you wish your visitor to see - opening times, history, fun facts or simply show how to get around through the interactive map. And the content is in 28 global languages and a personalized AI chatbot. #traveltrends 🌍Trip Planner AI you can build , personalize, and optimize your itineraries with this free AI trip planner for vacations and workstations. #techtrends 🌍askLAYLA an innovative Artificial Intelligence tool that acts as your very own travel planner and tour guide. Layla guides you through various stages of travel planning, from discovering new destinations to specifying an itinerary. #traveltech #retailadvisor 🌍Civitatis is the leading company in online distribution of guided tours, excursions and activities in Spanish in the world's top destinations. With more than 30,000 activities in 900 destinations founded by Alberto Gutiérrez Pascual #spanishentrepeneurs Good journey!!

Visit Estes Park is featured in a recent PhocusWire article for its innovative approach to integrating AI into destination marketing. Our CEO, Kara Franker, JD, CDME, alongside Janette Roush of New York City Tourism + Conventions, discusses how DMOs can educate local partners and businesses on leveraging AI to stay competitive in the ever-evolving travel industry. As Kara points out in the article, "The more savvy the destination is as a whole when it comes to both technology and marketing, the better chance we have at maintaining market share and driving the tourism economy." We are honored to be a part of this important conversation. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3SRvUjC

Experiences are increasingly at the heart of trip planning.🌍 This is just one reason the wider travel industry is paying closer attention than ever to this $1 trillion market that shapes traveller behaviour. Some of the insights from industry leaders at the Skift Global Forum: 🌍 63% of travellers plan their trips around experiences they want to enjoy.  ⚽ Sports tourism is booming, projected to reach $2.1 trillion by 2030.  📱 Social media plays a key role in inspiration, but not yet booking.  🤖 Generative AI is becoming a major source of travel inspiration and decision-making support. The future of travel is experience-driven. How does your business integrate experiences? #TravelTrends #Experiences #SportsTourism #AI #SocialMedia #Travel

📚 Sunday Reading Suggestion: Accenture's latest research report titled 'The Travel Industry’s New Trip', published on September 26, 2024, highlights three key points I'd like to share with you: 1️⃣ Travelers’ views are remarkably consistent regardless of age or income. They are looking for convenient and simpler ways to get benefits such as personalized trip planning, the best deals and curated itineraries. 2️⃣ An overwhelming majority (97%) of travelers want a travel “superapp.” They want something that will offer one-stop, integrated access to a whole range of travel-related services, including personalized, inspirational destination ideas, flights, dining and everything in between. 3️⃣ The power of gen AI can reinvent travelers’ experience, enabling convenience and simplicity across travel inspiration, planning and booking stages. (According to Skift, gen AI presents a $28 billion opportunity for the travel industry) As Tripnly, we're thrilled to be on the right track with our 'All-in-One Travel Platform' concept and generative AI applications as we work toward reinventing the traveler experience. Let's keep making every trip count with Tripnly! 🧭

World Travel & Tourism Council report (unsurprisingly) suggesting AI is on verge of revolutionising the travel industry… Interestingly, Travel and Tourism is lagging behind most consumer sectors when it comes to AI adoption, but that’s about to change… → Increasingly personalised customer experiences → Boosting potential for sustainability → Even more dynamic pricing models The potential for AI in T&T is huge… Read More here: https://lnkd.in/eMVBFmBD

🎉 Exciting News Alert! 🎉 [HOT OFF THE PRESS]   I am thrilled to announce the publication of our latest article titled "Unpacking the power of user-generated videos in hospitality and tourism: a systematic literature review and future direction" in the esteemed "Journal of Travel & Tourism Marketing" (SSCI Q2, Scopus Q1, and ABDC A).   This work is a collective effort, and I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude and congratulations to my co-authors, Eray Polat, Blend Ibrahim, and Mehmet Ali Koseoglu. Their insights and expertise have been key in bringing this project to fruition.   In this paper, we delve into the transformative role of user-generated videos in the hospitality and tourism management. We systematically review existing literature and offer insights for future research directions, aiming to bridge gaps and open new avenues for exploration.   I am excited to share our findings with the academic community and industry professionals. I believe our work will contribute significantly to the understanding and application of user-generated video in enhancing customer experiences and marketing strategies in tourism and hospitality.   🔗https://lnkd.in/dt4HJNqf   #ResearchPublication #TourismMarketing #Hospitality #UserGeneratedContent #AcademicCollaboration

🌍✨ Did you know that 78% of travelers are more likely to book trips with personalized recommendations? AI is transforming the tourism and hospitality industry, making travel experiences smoother and more tailored! But how does it happen? 🔍 Let's shed some light: 🗺️ Custom travel recommendations: AI tailors travel suggestions based on your unique preferences, crafting routes that suit your style. Whether you love adventure, culture, or relaxation, AI ensures your journey is right for you. 🏨 Optimized hotel operations: AI enhances hotel operations from booking to check-out. Smart systems manage reservations, personalize your room settings, and optimize energy use, making your stay comfortable and sustainable. #ai #travel #smarttravel #personalization #artificialintelligence

Big news in Tourism! OpenAI partners with Dublin City Council to enhance European tourism. Dublin City Council and OpenAI have announced a partnership highlighting AI's role in enhancing Europe's tourism, coinciding with Dublin's title as the European Capital of Smart Tourism for 2024. Initiatives include a Dublin Itinerary Planner powered by GPT-4 for personalised travel recommendations and an AI workshop for smart tourism leaders. This collaboration aims to showcase AI's potential in creating bespoke visitor experiences and supporting tourism innovation across Europe. Dublin City Council is setting a benchmark for cities across Europe to unlock the vast potential of AI. At Digital Dialog, we believe the statistic indicating that over 4 in 5 Irish leaders expect a faster rate of change in 2024 compared to 2023, highlights the agility and forward-thinking necessary in the travel and tourism industry. This sentiment, slightly below the anticipation levels of leaders in North America and Europe, showcases the critical need for innovation and adaptation. Embracing AI, as demonstrated by Dublin City Council's initiative with OpenAI, is a step forward in meeting these evolving demands and staying competitive in a rapidly changing environment. Talk to us about your AI needs! #aimarketing #digitaldialog #aitraining #AItourism #martech #genai #dublintourism https://lnkd.in/ewaPF4_x