Untangling Tourism Tech

Untangling Tourism Tech

Welcome to our Untangling Tourism Tech podcast, dedicated to sharing how tourism operators and destinations unlock new tech opportunities. Hosted by Fabienne Wintle and Liz Ward, this weekly series dives into practical digital strategies and insights specifically tailored for the tourism industry.

Episodes

May 18, 2025 21 mins

AI is the new front desk for travel planning – and if your tourism business isn’t showing up in tools like ChatGPT or Gemini, you might already be invisible. 😬

In this episode, Fabienne and Liz break down what AI search really means for tourism operators and how to get your website and digital assets AI-ready. They cover:

✅ Why travellers are using AI tools instead of traditional search ✅ The surprising comeback of Bing (yes, real...

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In this episode, Liz Ward and Fabienne Wintle dive into the rise of AI search and what it means for tourism businesses. With Google’s market share dipping for the first time in a decade and Gemini stepping up, the search game is changing fast. We unpack why Google Things to Do is critical for tours and activities, why rich, detailed product content matters more than ever, and how operators can stay ahead by using AI tools to boost ...

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In this episode of Untangling Tourism Tech, Fabienne Wintle and Liz Ward explore the latest AI tools shaping the tourism industry. They dive into the strengths of ChatGPT, Grok, and Perplexity, highlighting how these tools can enhance marketing, research, and coding workflows.

Discover how Grok excels in coding and logic, Perplexity provides reliable, up-to-date research, and ChatGPT streamlines marketing plan development—including...

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In this episode of Untangling Tourism Tech, Fabienne Wintle and Liz Ward explore powerful AI tools that are helping businesses save time and enhance marketing efforts. From Google Meet's AI note-taking feature to Veed.io's video editing capabilities and Grok AI’s summarisation of news on X (formerly Twitter), discover practical solutions for streamlining workflows and staying ahead of the competition. Tune in for insights on integr...

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September 8, 2024 14 mins

Welcome to Episode 8 of Untangling Tourism Tech! In this episode, we’re diving into the world of tourism excellence, with insights straight from former tourism award judges on what it really takes to succeed.

🔍 Why Listen? Learn how to navigate the tourism awards process like a pro! Discover tips from ex-judges on how to craft a winning submission, from tracking online reputation to showcasing innovation and sustainability. This e...

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Welcome to Episode 7 of "Untangling Tourism Tech"! We're coming to you from the Tourism Innovation Forum at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, where we're diving into the latest in tourism technology and innovation.

🔍 Why Watch? Discover cutting-edge AI applications in tourism, from itinerary generators to advanced booking tools. Learn about TRVLR.AI, an app revolutionising trip planning and booking with AI. Get an ins...

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Welcome to Episode 6 of "Untangling Tourism Tech"! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of data and analytics in tourism with Lou Clifton, General Manager of Blue Mountains Tourism.

🔍 Why Watch?

  • Discover how Local Tourism Organisations (LTOs) like Blue Mountains Tourism leverage data to demonstrate their value to councils and visitor information centers.
  • Learn practical tips on setting up and interpreting Google Analyt...
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In this episode, Fab and Liz dive into three main topics:

  1. Business Success Hack: Liz shares an inspiring story about a caravan park on the Gold Coast that prioritises staff wellness. The General Manager has implemented a policy where park managers work only five days a week with standard hours, promoting a healthy work-life balance. This approach has led to higher job satisfaction, lower turnover, and significant financial ben...

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In this episode, Liz Ward and Fabienne Wintle explore the evolving landscape of destination marketing and share strategies for DMOs to achieve financial independence and enhance visitor experiences. Drawing from their presentation at the Local Government New South Wales Visitor Economy Conference, they highlight the importance of leveraging digital assets and local expertise to transform the business models of DMOs and local govern...

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In this Episode, Liz and Fabienne discussed ways to optimise follow-up efforts and lead generation at trade shows, such as ATE.  Liz emphasised the importance of a CRM system and a dedicated trade page on the operator's website, while Fabie suggested using automation and personalisation techniques to keep leads engaged. They agreed that technology can greatly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of these efforts, but also ackno...

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TikTok when council blocks it, ChatGPT 4.0 Omni, and accessibility enhancements.

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