Web3 in Travel

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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