Google’s new travel tools to plan your next trip
Google has upgraded Search, Maps and Shopping to help users prepare for those summer vacations ahead.
According to Forbes, “These new features can help you easily build personalized itineraries. ... The new perks are in addition to recent travel bookings, including price protection coverage on qualifying flights and AI-powered trip planning functions.”
6 new or improved Google tools
This year, Google has or will release generative AI in Search, recommendation and customization Maps lists, travel wardrobe curation, translation of on-screen text with Circle to Search and multisearch in Lens.
1. Plan a trip without research
To plan a trip using Google’s AI features:
- Opt in for the Search Generative Experience (SGE) and Search Labs.
- Google “Plan me a (pick a number) day trip to (pick a location).”
- Look at the list of suggestions which will include sites, restaurants, hotels, flights and more options to use or visit.
If you like the given itinerary, Google has export options to Gmail, Docs or Maps, according to TechCrunch.
2. Find lists of attractions or restaurant recommendations in Maps — or make your own
To find a list of the best places to visit while traveling:
- Search a location or general city in Maps.
- Scroll down and see “Lists in (location).”
- Click on the list you would like to see to view locations, reviews and images of the best places to visit.