Unlock 25 FREE AI Travel Prompts to Save £100s (Cheat Sheet)
- Nath
- Jun 28
- 5 min read
Tired of overspending on flights, hotels, and activities? Let AI become your ultimate travel scout! Our exclusive cheat sheet delivers 25 real-world-tested prompts that have already helped travellers:✔️ Slash £380 off flights (like Emma’s Bali trip!)✔️ Snag luxury stays for half price (David’s Santorini upgrade hack)✔️ Unearth hidden local eats under £15 (because no one should pay tourist prices for pasta!)
Why guess when AI can find the deals for you?
The Ultimate AI Travel Prompts Hack Toolbox
Match the Right AI to Your Travel Need
1. ChatGPT (Best for Strategic Planning & Creative Solutions)
Use For:
Detailed itineraries: “Plan a 10-day Japan trip with 70% culture, 30% adventure"
Negotiation scripts: "Draft a polite hotel upgrade email mentioning my honeymoon"
Thematic hacks: "Best ‘workation’ destinations with fast WiFi and coworking spaces"
Limitations: Data cuts off at 2023 (free version); verify prices elsewhere.
2. Gemini (Best for Real-Time Data & Google Integration)
Use For:
Live price tracking: “Alert me if 4-star Lisbon hotels drop below €100/night in June”
Localised deals: “Best lunch specials in Rome’s Trastevere neighbourhood today”
Transport hacks: “Cheapest way from Heathrow to London with luggage at 2 am”
Why? Pulls from Google Hotels, Flights, and Maps.
3. DeepSeek (Best for Niche/Regional Research)
Use For:
Offbeat destinations: “Safest solo female travel spots in Colombia”
Regional carriers: “Compare VietJet vs. Bamboo Airways for Hanoi to Da Nang”
Visa/policy checks: “2025 Thailand visa-on-arrival rules for Indians”
Bonus: Free and supports file uploads (e.g., PDFs of travel policies).
4. Claude (Best for Summarising & Ethical Hacks)
Use For:
Condensing info: “Summarise this 3-page airline cancellation policy in bullet points”
Sustainable travel: “Eco-friendly hotels in Bali under £150/night”
Cultural tips: “How to tip in Japan without offending locals”
Strength: Handles long documents better than most AIs.
5. Qwen (Best for Asia-Specific Hacks)
Use For:
China/Asia travel: “WeChat Pay vs. Alipay for tourists in Shanghai”
Local apps: “How to use Didi in Beijing without a Chinese SIM”
Language barriers: “Translate ‘no spicy’ into Mandarin for restaurant staff”
Pro Workflow for Any Hack
Start with AI (e.g., “Find Kyoto ryokans under £100 with onsen access” in ChatGPT).
Verify on Google Maps/Hotels (Gemini) or regional apps (Qwen for Asia).
Book directly via apps like Agoda (Asia) or Booking.com (global).
Example Prompt for Claude:“Compare baggage policies for AirAsia, Scoot, and VietJet for Southeast Asia flights. Highlight hidden fees.”
TL;DR:
ChatGPT = Master strategist
Gemini = Real-time deal sniper
DeepSeek = Niche expert
Claude = Summarizer/ethical guide
Qwen = Asia specialist
Pair AI with local apps (e.g., Grab for transport, OpenRice for Asian dining) to lock in savings.
Want my tested prompts for each category? [Download the cheat sheet] 👈 [Link to your PDF]
✈️ Flight Hacks That Actually Work
(Yes, even in 2025!)
Last year, my friend Emma saved £380 flying to Bali using this prompt:
"Find the cheapest flights from [London] to [Bali] between [June 1–15] with max 2h layovers. Exclude budget airlines with bad safety reviews."
💡 Why it works: AI can scan millions of routes in seconds. It even weeds out sketchy airlines, so you avoid that 3 am layover in nowhere-land.
Other flight prompts to try:
"Track price drops for [NYC to Tokyo] over the next 3 weeks. Alert me if prices drop below £600."
"Compare flying into [Milan Bergamo vs. Malpensa]. Include ground transport cost/time." (Saved me £120!)
Specialised Apps to Pair with AI
For All-In-One Deals:
Kayak (Price alerts + “Explore” map)
Skyscanner (Mix-and-match airlines)
For Error Fares:
Secret Flying (Free alerts)
Jack’s Flight Club (Paid premium deals)
🏨 Hotel Secrets No One Talks About
I used to book the first hotel that looked okay. Big mistake. Now I ask AI:
"Find boutique hotels in [Lisbon] under £100/night with: 4.5+ stars, walkable location, and breakfast included."
🌟 Result: A charming, family-run guesthouse just steps from the old town, with free pastries every morning.
Want a free upgrade? Try this:
"Draft a polite email requesting a free upgrade at [Hotel X]. Mention my [loyalty status or special occasion]."
(Worked for David in Santorini — he ended up with a sea-view suite.)
Specialised Apps to Pair with AI
Hopper (AI-driven price predictions)
HotelTonight (Last-minute luxury steals)
🍝 Eat Like a Local (Pay Like a Student)
Tourist traps? No thanks. AI helped me uncover:
A hidden pasta spot in Rome where locals eat (full meal for €10)
Lunch specials in Paris that cost 70% less than dinner
My go-to prompt:
"Where do locals eat near [the Eiffel Tower]? Prioritise places under £15."
Specialised Apps to Pair with AI
TheFork (Discounts at high-end restaurants)
Eatigo (Asia-specific meal deals)
🎟️ Activities for (Almost) Free
Why pay full price when AI can do the work for you?
Found free museum days in Berlin
Bundled attractions with city passes (saved £50 in Barcelona)
Booked a yoga class on the beach for half price — thanks, DeepSeek
Prompt to steal:
"Find free museum days or events in [city] this month."
Specialised Apps to Pair with AI:
Klook (Legit attraction discounts)
Tiqets (Skip-the-line museum passes)
💡 Real Talk: It’s All in the Prompt
AI won’t book your trip for you — but it will save you hours of planning, if you know how to ask. For example:
❌ "Cheap hotels in Paris" ✅ "Hotels in Le Marais under £90/night, for 2 adults, walkable to metro, for October"
Specific = smart = savings.
I packed 25 of my best prompts into a free, easy-to-use PDF — the same ones I use for flights, hotels, food, and day-to-day savings.
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👋 About Nathalie - Travel lover. AI experimenter. Hidden gem seeker.
Hi, I’m Nath, founder of AI Smart Traveller. I help people plan smarter trips using AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini. Whether you’re travelling solo, with family, or chasing your next big adventure after 50, I’m here to make planning faster, easier, and more you.💛
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