Tech and Deckchairs: How AI Is redefining summer vacations by a Product Manager in flip-flops (or almost)

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By a Product Manager in flip-flops (or almost)

The beaches are filling up, the offices are emptying, but technology isn’t taking a break. Better yet: it’s transforming our vacations.
We asked our product manager what this year’s summer tech trends are!

  1. Dynamic itineraries that adapt in real time

Planning a vacation itinerary can quickly become overwhelming: you want to see the must-sees, but you don’t want to end up in a packed crowd under the midday sun.

AI completely transforms this process by generating a live, flexible program. Instead of a rigid plan, it takes into account:

  • the day’s weather,
  • peak hours at tourist spots,
  • your energy levels,
  • and even your current mood.

You receive real-time suggestions as your day unfolds. If a storm is coming, it suggests indoor activities. If a local festival pops up, it works it into your route.

It’s like having a co-pilot that continuously adjusts the journey so you can explore more and stress less.

  1. Smart translation with social and cultural awareness

Beyond just translating words, modern AI understands the cultural and social context of a conversation. That means:

  • it guides you on the right level of politeness,
  • helps you catch subtle meaning or local humor,
  • and highlights non-verbal cues (like personal space or gestures to avoid).

This kind of intelligent translation goes far beyond literal meaning — it enables true immersion.

You avoid misunderstandings, communicate more authentically, and show respect for local customs.

  1. Proactive budgeting: control your spending without the stress

Vacation budgeting can quickly turn into a headache. AI helps you relax by:

  • accounting for your total budget,
  • distributing it across transport, lodging, food, and activities,
  • and adjusting forecasts based on your decisions as you go.

Spend a bit more at dinner? It recalculates the rest of the trip. Go over a limit? It flags it or suggests cheaper alternatives in real time.

This proactive budgeting means fewer surprises — and more freedom to enjoy.

  1. Smart hotel comparison, based on what actually matters to you

Searching for a hotel often means scrolling through endless listings filtered by stars, price, or promotions. AI takes personalization further by ranking options based on:

  • how quiet the neighborhood is,
  • proximity to transport or nature,
  • trustworthy reviews (filtered for fake ones),
  • and alignment with your travel style (family-friendly, minimalist, remote, etc.).

Instead of pushing deals, it curates truly relevant options that match how you want to travel.

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