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Web3, the web of crypto and blockchains, is coming to the travel industry. In this podcast series Luca De Giglio, a travel and blockchain veteran, takes you in a slow paced and deep learning journey, which will give you great insights and understanding,

Luca De Giglio


    • Jan 19, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 41m AVG DURATION
    • 104 EPISODES


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    How to leverage agents in Web3 in Travel: The Eliza Framework

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 52:51


    In this episode we get more concrete on agents in Web3 in Travel. We analyse the Eliza Framework and its open source plugins. Do not miss it if you build on Web3 in Travel. https://github.com/elizaOS/eliza

    AI Agents & Crypto Wallets: Reimagining Travel Without the UX Headaches

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 45:39


    In this episode, we dive into how AI agents are finally unlocking crypto's promised revolution in travel - without requiring users to become crypto experts. Forget complicated wallet management and token swaps. We explore how smart AI layers are enabling next-gen travel experiences: from wallet-based travel identities that eliminate loyalty program headaches, to dynamic group coordination that makes organizing trips effortless. Luca breaks down why previous crypto-travel initiatives failed, and how this new paradigm of AI-managed wallets changes everything. We explore fascinating use cases like verified travel credentials, automated group coordination, and cross-provider permission management that could transform how we travel. Whether you're a travel tech enthusiast, crypto builder, or just curious about the future of travel, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how AI agents are bridging the gap between crypto's potential and real-world adoption. Learn why some of the biggest players in travel are starting to take notice of this new approach.

    Voy Travel - Tokenized Loyalty Points

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 58:40


    In this episode, we dive into the world of TravelFi - the convergence of travel rewards and decentralized finance. My guest is Simon Talling-Smith, Executive Chairman of Voy Travel, a pioneering Web3 startup that aims to reimagine loyalty programs which made it to the Tectris accelerator finals in Zug, at the CV Summit. Simon shares Voy's mission to solve the problem of billions of unredeemed travel rewards points by leveraging blockchain technology. We discuss their universal loyalty point system that consolidates rewards into a tokenized currency, allowing users to aggregate points across major travel brands. A key highlight is Voy's innovative "Stake to Escape" program, enabling travelers to supercharge their rewards by staking crypto assets like Voy Coins and liquidity provider tokens. Simon explains how this novel concept bridges DeFi and travel to help users reach dream destinations faster. We also explore Voy's vision for tokenized travel experiences through real-world asset tokenization, creating a liquid marketplace to buy, sell and trade future trips. Simon provides insights into the flexibility and potential this brings to travel planning. Tune in to learn about this exciting TravelFi venture from the Executive Chairman himself. GET $100 of travel credits in Voy tokens! https://www.voytravel.com/web3intravel?promoCode=Hs5gD31c

    Aqi Travel - Next-generation Travel Experience for Digital Natives

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 65:32


    In this episode, we have Nick from Aqi Travel, an AI/Crypto based travel solution. We have discussed: - The inspiration and story behind founding Aqi Travel - How their product works and the problem it solves - Challenges they've faced as a startup and lessons learned - Their growth plans and vision for the future

    Interview with Me Protocol & GetSmartToken - Loyalty in Web3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 74:46


    In this episode of the Web3 in Travel Podcast Luca talks with the winner of the first Tectris global call Robert Wesley of Me Protocol, who invited Josh Lange from Get Smart Token as a use case for charity points.

    Recap of the Web3 in Travel Conference 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2024 25:53


    In this episode of Web3 in Travel, Luca gives us a recap of the Web3 in Travel Conference 2024 which took place in a castle in Umbria, and comments on the state of the industry.

    Is Travel the Next Thing in Crypto?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 32:21


    In this episode of Web3 in Travel, Luca talks about travel as being the next use case for crypto, after Bitcoin > DeFi > NFTs as thought sparked by Tectris presenting at the upcoming VC Summit in Zug.

    Chat with Claude

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2024 32:02


    In this episode of Web3 in Travel, host Luca explores the intersection of AI, crypto, and travel with Claude 3.5 Sonnet. They discuss AI-assisted development revolutionizing startups, personalized UX in crypto apps, and promising Web3 travel ideas. From solving the crypto UX problem to niche solutions for existing crypto users, this conversation offers insights into the future of travel tech. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on innovation, challenges, and opportunities in the evolving landscape of Web3 and AI in the travel industry.

    Tectris, the First Web3 in Travel Accelerator

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 19:46


    In this episode of Web3 in Travel, Luca De Giglio shares exciting news about the launch of Tectris, a global Web3 Travel & Hospitality startup competition offering up to €100,000 in funding and an additional €150,000 in Camino tokens for the winners. Luca discusses the journey of Trips Community since 2017, the evolving landscape of Web3 in the travel industry, and the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. He delves into the Tectris Global Call, its investment thesis, and the potential for AI-driven innovation in the travel sector. Luca also outlines the submission workflow for startups interested in participating in the accelerator program. Tune in to learn more about this groundbreaking initiative and how it aims to transform the travel industry through Web3 technologies.

    The Great AI Debate on Web3 and Travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 52:14


    In this groundbreaking episode, Luca moderates a first-of-its-kind debate between two advanced AI systems, Claude and ChatGPT, on the future of web3 and its potential impact on the travel industry. Witness a fascinating exchange as these AI minds go head-to-head, presenting compelling arguments and insights that push the boundaries of our understanding. Claude, a strong proponent of web3, presents a vision of a decentralized travel industry that leverages blockchain, smart contracts, and other innovative technologies to create a more efficient, secure, and customer-centric ecosystem. It highlights the potential for reduced costs, enhanced privacy, and the emergence of new business models that could revolutionize the way we travel. ChatGPT takes a more cautious approach, challenging the web3 hype and emphasizing the practical obstacles that stand in the way of widespread adoption. It delves into the complexities of integrating decentralized systems with existing travel infrastructure, the lack of clear regulatory frameworks, and the substantial investments required to transition to a web3-based industry.

    A Discussion with ChatGPT and Claude About Web3 in Travel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 52:44


    Join me as I chat with ChatGPT and Claude about the exciting possibilities Web3 could bring to the travel industry. We dive into how blockchain, decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are set to boost transparency and put more control into travelers' hands. We'll also tackle the big question: why are Web3 interfaces so tricky to use, and what can we do about it? Expect a lively discussion on cutting-edge solutions like AI-driven interfaces that promise to make these technologies easier to use through the magic of natural language processing. Together, we'll sketch out our roles in this bold initiative and really dig into the nuts and bolts of incorporating such futuristic technologies. Tune in to discover how blending creativity with practicality could revolutionize your travel experience, making it safer, smoother, and just plain better.

    Will AI Solve the Crypto UX problem?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2024 37:10


    In this episode I explore whether AI could solve crypto's notorious UX problem. Could AI agents become the friendly "frontend of frontends" that finally makes blockchain accessible to the masses? I discuss the potential forms these AI assistants might take, the challenges and risks involved, and the wider implications for how we interact with complex technologies. #AI #crypto #UX

    Introduction to tokenomics and tokenomics analysis of Camino Network & Dtravel

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 44:27


    In this episode Luca introduces the main concepts and trends of tokenomics and compares them to Camino and Dtravel tokenomics. https://www.dtravel.com/token https://camino.network/static/docs/Camino_Network_Whitepaper.pdf#view=fit

    Analysis of the Dtravel Nite Protocol Litepaper

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 50:04


    In this episode Luca analyses the Dtravel Nite Protocol Litepaper https://dtravel-1.gitbook.io/nite-protocol-litepaper/nite-protocol/how-dtravel-will-support-the-protocol [PANEL] "The Protocol - An Open Protocol for Listings, Calendars and Reviews: https://youtu.be/fMI1soFGjjU

    Analysis of the Camino Blockchain White Paper (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2024 64:21


    In this episode Luca talks analyses the Camino Blockchain White Paper (Part 2) https://camino.network/ If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Analysis of the Camino Blockchain White Paper

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 56:07


    In this episode Luca talks analyses the Camino Blockchain White Paper https://camino.network/ If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    How to choose a Blockchain for your Web3 Travel startup

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 28:47


    In this episode Luca talks about recents development in restaking tokens (Eigenlayer) and Data Availability (Celestia), and gives you some hint on how to choose a Blockchain for your Web3 Travel startup If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    The legitimization of crypto and what it means for Web3 in Travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2024 36:49


    In this episode Luca talks about the Bitcoin ETF, what it means for Web3 in Travel, and the Real World Assets (RWA) narrative which may benefit the web3 travel vertical. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Interview with Sam Simmons of Mintpass

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2023 57:08


    In this episode Luca interviewed Sam Simmons of MintPass, which helps you collect digital souvenirs when you travel, inspire others & get rewarded. https://mintpass.com If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Interview with Cynthia Huang of DTravel (2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2023 57:01


    In this episode Luca interviewed Cynthia Huang of DTravel, a Web3 Direct Bookings company which allows you to create your own vacation rentals booking website with fiat, crypto and smart contracts. This is the second episode with Cynthia, and it's packed with interesting insights! https://dtravel.com If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Lessons from Bitcoin for the Web3 Travel Industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 41:51


    In this episode, Luca talks about Bitcoin and how it can represent an important learning experience for the Web3 travel industry. Knowing Bitcoin's history helps us avoid pitfalls and understanding signs of greatness in the builder's space. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    The SBF Trial and Thoughts about Future Web3 Scams in Travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2023 34:47


    In this episode, Luca talks about the SBF/FTX trial in the context of travel, and how we have to learn to understand how decentralised projects really are. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Decoding Web3: A Conversation with Narb, Expedia Developer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 64:55


    In this compelling episode, Luca sits down with Narb, a Web3 fan and key developer at Expedia. Together, they dive deep into the transformative power of Web3 technologies in reshaping the travel industry. From reimagining loyalty programs to streamlining payments, they cover it all. Whether you're interested in the intersection of travel and decentralized technology, or simply looking to glean insights from an industry expert, this episode is a treasure trove of knowledge. Don't miss this engaging conversation that explores the future of travel in the Web3 era. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Web3 in Travel News from Twitter (4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 46:49


    In this episode, Luca searches Twitter to find news about Web3 in Travel and finds many interesting projects and updates. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Web3 in Travel News from Twitter (3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 51:32


    In this episode, Luca searches Twitter to find news about Web3 in Travel and finds many interesting projects and updates. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Web3 in Travel News from Twitter (2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 44:50


    In this episode, Luca searches Twitter to find news about Web3 in Travel and finds many interesting projects and updates. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    NFTs have wallets now! (ERC6551)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 36:18


    In this episode, Luca talks about ERC6511 a new proposed standard which gives every NFT a wallet and may change we do NFTs in the travel industry. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Web3 in Travel News from Twitter

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 36:08


    In this episode, Luca searches Twitter to find news about Web3 in Travel and finds many interesting projects and updates. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    the Etihad NFTs

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2023 40:50


    In this episode, Luca analyses the Etihad NFTs. https://twitter.com/EtihadNFT If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    NFT Factory: the Interface and the Ecosystem

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 28:37


    In this third and last episode of the series, Luca presents a fully fledged startup idea, specifications and advisory proposal for a Web3 in travel startup. With this you can go out there and raise money for startup. It's also revolutionary, an experimental, way to monetise ideas via NTFs. Luca talks about this part of the specifications: the interface and the ecosystem. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Ordinals: NFTs on Bitcoin and travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2023 36:37


    In this this episode, Luca talks about the ordinals protocol which allows NFTs and tokens on Bitcoin and the possible applications in the travel industry. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    The convergence of AI and crypto in travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2023 41:39


    In this this episode, Luca talks about the convergence of AI and crypto in the travel industry. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    The Web3 in Travel Conference In Barcelona - A recap

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 32:21


    In this this episode, Luca talks about the Web3 in Travel Conference In Barcelona held on the 15th of May 2023 https://web3intravel.com If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    NFT Factory the Company, the Tech, the Booking Process

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 29:36


    In this third episode, Luca presents a fully fledged startup idea, specifications and advisory proposal for a Web3 in travel startup. With this you can go out there and raise money for startup. It's also revolutionary, an experimental, way to monetise ideas via NTFs. Luca talks about this part of the specifications: trust, business model, layers and the DAO If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    NFT Factory: Trust, Business Model, Layers and the DAO

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 38:32


    In this second episode, Luca presents a fully fledged startup idea, specifications and advisory proposal for a Web3 in travel startup. With this you can go out there and raise money for startup. It's also revolutionary, an experimental, way to monetise ideas via NTFs. Luca talks about this part of the specifications: trust, business model, layers and the DAO If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    A Web3 in travel startup idea for sale

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 40:56


    In this episode Luca presents a fully fledged startup idea, specifications and advisory proposal for a Web3 in travel startup. With this you can go out there and raise money for startup. It's also revolutionary, an experimental, way to monetise ideas via NTFs. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Interview with Michele Ruberl from Peakwork

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2023 58:48


    In this episode Luca talks with Michele Ruberl from Peakwork about the upcoming infrastructure and Web3 apps in they are building. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    The war on crypto

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 49:05


    In this episode, I talk about bank failures, BTC pumping and the $1M bet, upgradeable smart contract and DAOs token holders responsibilities. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Analysis of Buk Trips, a new NFT booking project

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 67:08


    In this episode Luca analyses Buk Trips, a new NFT booking project. https://buktrips.com If you want to support this podcast check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Interview with Horst Treiblmaier, Full Professor for International Management at Modul University Vienna

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2023 70:44


    In this episode Luca interviewed Horst Treiblmaier, Full Professor for International Management at Modul University Vienna. https://www.blockchainresearchinstitute.org/project/blockchain-transformation-in-tourism-and-hospitality/ If you want to support this podcast check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    Interview with Takyon, NFTs as reselable bookings

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 44:15


    In this episode Luca interviewed Antonio Picozzi from Takyon, a startup making the reselable NFT concept real. https://takyon.io/

    Interview with Triend.io, a new review standard

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2023 56:15


    In this episode Luca interviewed Matthew Hairsnape and Josh Mudway of Triend.io, a new review standard, trying to solve the problem of fake reviews with blockchain and AI. https://triend.io/ If you want to support my podcast check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    The Web3 in Travel Conference 2023 in Barcelona

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2023 42:06


    In this episode Luca talks about the Web3 in Travel Conference 2023 in Barcelona and the innovations it brings such us the DAO, and NFT ticketing and sponsorship. The website: https://web3intravel.com NFT Tickets: https://barcelona.ticket.web3intravel.com/ The article about tickets: https://medium.com/trips-community/the-nft-web3-in-travel-ticket-for-barcelona-d310cb885961 The article about the DAO: https://medium.com/trips-community/the-web3-in-travel-conference-dao-500725fd5ae1

    Interview with Cynthia Huang of Dtravel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 86:13


    In this episode Luca interviewed Cinthya Huang of Dtravel, a Web3 Direct Booking company which allows you to create your own vacation rentals booking website with fiat, crypto and smart contracts. https://dtravel.com

    I created a Podcast Donation and Sponsorship NFT

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 24:47


    Luca created a Podcast Donation and Sponsorship NFT which allows you to donate or sponsor the podcast by interacting with a smart contract on Arbitrum, an ETH Layer 2. https://podcast.web3intravel.com https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation

    An introduction to nodes

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2022 31:36


    In this episode, Luca talks about nodes, the backbone of every blockchain.

    Analysis of Blockskye

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 35:37


    In this episode, Luca analyses Blocksye, a blockchain company for enterprise travel and procurement. https://www.blockskye.com

    Analysis of Arise

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2022 48:16


    In this episode, Luca analyses Arise.Travel a DLT tech company which is creating a way for Hotels and Travel sellers to interact directly. https://arise.travel

    Live Reaction to The 2022 Phocuswright Conference: "Blockchain - Game Changer or Bust? How Web3 is Disrupting Travel"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 28:42


    In this episode, Luca reacts to the Phocuswright Conference panel: "Blockchain - Game Changer or Bust? How Web3 is Disrupting Travel" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJo_6Vep0jc

    What Can a Hotel do today in Web3?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 30:52


    In this episode, Luca gives a few ideas for hospitality providers to use Web3 today.

    What's the state of Web3 in Travel?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 27:37


    In this episode, Luca talks about the state of Web3 in Travel

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