Our thanks to the Google Home team for sending us review devices to try so we could write this article.
Dreaming of a trip to Paris or Italy in 2025? You’re certainly not alone. Travel interest for these iconic destinations is heating up fast. According to Google, searches for “Italy itinerary” are up nearly 50%, and “Paris trip” is trending strong, too. It’s no surprise, really … these are some of Europe’s hottest destinations and with the Rome Jubilee 2025 expected to draw millions of visitors, it’s going to be a busy summer on the continent.
Planning a big international trip can feel overwhelming. Where do you start? What should you pack? How do you stay on top of everything while you’re gone?
Google’s tools and devices can help. Whether you’re organizing your itinerary, translating on the go or making sure your home is safe while you’re exploring, Google can help to make travel easier and smarter.
Use Gemini, Google’s AI Assistant
The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in everyday life may feel overwhelming but with the right tools, AI can make your life simpler, especially when it comes to something as detail-heavy as travel. Enter Gemini, Google’s powerful AI assistant. It can act as your own digital travel concierge, available 24/7 and can be accessed on mobile (Android and iPhone and iPad using the Google app for iOS), desktop or laptop.
With Gemini, you can create a personalized assistant, called a Gem, that’s tailored to your travel style. Want to focus on luxury hotels, budget-friendly adventures, cultural experiences or eco-conscious travel? Just tell your Gem and it will start building your ideal vacation around your preferences.
Gemini can help with:
Flight and hotel research: Get real-time suggestions from Google Flights and Google Hotels without having to open multiple tabs.
Itinerary building: Have Gemini pull info from your Gmail (like booking confirmations), then organize it into a day-by-day itinerary using Google Docs or Drive.
Maps and logistics: Ask Gemini to map out walking tours, public transportation routes or drive times between cities using Google Maps.
Activity planning: Use Gemini to find restaurants, events, museums or even YouTube videos about places you want to visit.
Keeping it all in one place: No more searching through emails or apps. Gemini brings everything together in a streamlined plan you can reference anytime.
If you want to try it out for yourself, here’s a sample prompt for Gemini: “Hey Gemini, help me plan a 10-day eco-friendly trip to Italy next July. I want to focus on outdoor activities, local food and stay in sustainable hotels. I’ll be flying from New York. Keep the budget moderate and suggest an itinerary that includes Rome, Florence and the Amalfi Coast.”
Once you give Gemini this prompt, here’s an example of what you might get in response:
1. Flights & Travel Dates
-Search Google Flights for roundtrip flights from NYC to Rome in July
-Recommend flight options that balance price, timing, and emissions ratings (for eco-conscious travel)
2. Accommodations
-Pull suggestions from Google Hotels for stays with eco-certifications or sustainability practices
-Filter for moderate price range in Rome, Florence, and along the Amalfi Coast
3. Itinerary Outline
-Suggest how many days to spend in each city based on your interests
-Offer a day-by-day plan that includes:
-Outdoor activities (e.g., biking tours in Rome, hiking in Positano)
-Local food markets and sustainable dining spots
-Off-the-beaten-path excursions and cultural sites
4. Transportation Between Cities
-Recommend train routes via Google Maps with schedules and booking links
-Suggest the most eco-friendly and efficient ways to travel between destinations
5. Pull in Confirmation Info
-Scan your Gmail for booking confirmations (optional with permission)
-Auto-organize all reservation details into a folder in Google Drive and add them to a shared Google Doc or Calendar
6. Bonus Suggestions
-Recommend travel vlogs from YouTube about Italy or your specific destinations
-Share travel tips (e.g. “learn these 5 Italian phrases,” or “how to pack for coastal Italy in summer”)
Break the Language Barrier with Pixel
Traveling to France or Italy but can’t speak a lick of the language? If you’re using a Pixel phone, the Live Translate feature lets you have real-time conversations with locals. The Pixel 9 Pro is also made for travel photography. It has:
• 48MP 5x telephoto lens
• 42MP front camera
• Low-light magic for those nighttime Eiffel Tower shots
Stay Active with Fitbit
It’s easy to lose track of your steps on vacation. Fitbit Charge 6 and the Pixel Watch automatically recognize and log your movement, so you don’t miss a beat … or a calorie burned climbing the Spanish Steps. The Fitbit app also tracks:
• Oxygen levels (SpO₂)
• Skin temperature
• Heart rate and more
Keep an Eye on Home with Nest
Vacation is better when you know your home is safe. With Nest Cameras and the Google Home app, you can check in anytime.
• Adjust lighting or temperature with the Nest Learning Thermostat
• Get motion alerts and camera updates
•,Set routines from anywhere
Trending Travel Searches Right Now
Need more reasons to plan early? Here’s what other travelers are searching for:
• “Paris trip” → +28% QoQ
• “Italy hotels” → +49% QoQ
• “Paris restaurants” → 110K+ searches last month
• “Rome Jubilee 2025” → up 4,269% YoY
Translation: Paris and Italy are hot destinations for 2025 and things will book up fast.
Wherever your travels take you, Google’s ecosystem helps you travel smarter, not harder.
Plan it all with Gemini, navigate and translate with Pixel, stay healthy with Fitbit and keep your home safe with Nest. So you can stop stressing about logistics and focus on what really matters: the adventure.
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