Travel Smarter This Summer With These Google Tools

As summer approaches, the anticipation for the upcoming vacation season is growing, and I, for one, am ready to hit the fast-forward button. And, just in time, Google is offering up six ways to travel smarter with Google tools, to help you prepare for and manage your travel plans.

Discover trip ideas with AI: Search Generative Experience can help plan your next trip with tailored itineraries, including attractions, restaurants, flights, and hotels, all based on your preferences.

Access curated recommendations in Maps: Find quality suggestions from trusted sources and local experts, as well as trending and hidden gem lists within Google Maps for select cities in the US and Canada.

Personalize your travel lists in Maps: Customize your travel plans by arranging your saved places in the order you prefer and add social content like reviews for more context. This feature is coming soon to Google Maps on Android and iOS.

Elevate your style with Search: Explore personalized style recommendations for clothes and accessories, rate your preferences, and refine your vacation wardrobe, available now in the US on mobile browsers and the Google app.

Translate using Circle to Search and Lens: Instantly translate text on your screen with Circle to Search on select Android devices or use Lens to translate real-world text like street signs.

Dive deeper into your surroundings with Lens: Explore and learn more about the world around you through AI-powered multi-search capabilities, offering instant insights. For example, snapping a photo at a museum and asking, “Why did the artist paint this?” for a quick answer from your own personal tour guide.

Written by: Kaylen A.