As artificial intelligence continues to integrate into our daily lives, the challenge is finding ways to use it effectively. Google has been working hard to make its Gemini AI assistant more accessible and versatile. It has even stepped up competition with ChatGPT Voice with the launch of Google Gemini Live.
So what sets Gemini apart from other AIs out there? It’s not just about answering questions or helping with research. Gemini’s capabilities extend to more specific tasks, making it a versatile digital assistant. Need help planning a trip? It can find competitive prices for flights and accommodation. It can even plan your movie dates for you.
This guide will walk you through using Gemini for travel planning, showcasing its practical applications. However, a word of warning: it is essential to approach Gemini's suggestions with a critical mind: always check the information, especially when you have to make important decisions.
Follow these steps to harness Gemini when it comes to planning your next trip.
1. Log in to Google Gemini
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Open your web browser and navigate to Gemini. Then, Click on Chat with Gemini.
2. Go to Settings
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Once logged in, you will be taken directly to the Gemini interface. Go to the left sidebar and Click on Settings. SO, Select Extensions.
3. Enable Google Flights
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In the Extensions menu, make sure that the Google Flights extension is enabledThis will allow Gemini to access the flight information you are looking for.
While you're here, it's a good idea to enable Google Hotels extension — because the two tend to go hand in hand.
4. Ask Gemini for the cheapest flights
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Now exit the Extensions menu by by clicking on New Discussion. In the dialog box, ask Gemini a query like: “Find the cheapest flights for two adults travelling from Bristol to Berlin from September to October.”
Be as specific as possible about your travel needs to get the most accurate results. Then, press enter to generate the Gemini response.
5. Review the results
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Gemini will provide you with a list of options based on your criteria. Take the time to consult the various flight informationConsider factors such as price, stopovers and airline preferences.
6. Discover the hotels
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You will notice that in the generated response, Gemini asks if you would like to help find hotels. If you would like Gemini to consider hotels, Type something like “Help me find hotels that match my flight needs” in the dialog box.
You will receive the hotel information in the form of a list and images, which will make it easier to consult the relevant websites.
7. Export information
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To make sharing and comparing easier, have Gemini structure the information so you can easily copy and paste it into a Google Sheet. Just type something like: “Structure the format so I can easily paste it into a Google Sheet.”
Once generated, Click Export to Sheets and a pop-up in the lower left corner will inform you of its creation. Finally, Click Open Sheet to have.
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