ASTRA - The AI Travel Planning Tool For Travel Agents
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Stay Ahead of Your ChatGPT-Savvy Customers
Your clients are already using ChatGPT for holiday inspiration. Now you can exceed their expectations with ASTRA – your professional-grade AI platform that transforms how you research, plan, and present travel experiences.
The Challenge You Face Daily
Your customer walks in with a ChatGPT printout: “We want to do this 14-day Japan itinerary.”
They’ve done their homework. They have ideas. They expect you to know everything they’ve found, and more.
ASTRA ensures you’re always ten steps ahead.
What ASTRA Does for You
Professional-Grade Travel Intelligence at Your Fingertips
ASTRA is your private AI research assistant, specifically trained for travel professionals. It’s not just ChatGPT; it’s a comprehensive platform that enhances your expertise and accelerates your workflow.
Your Daily ASTRA Advantages:
- Instant Destination Expertise – Research any destination in seconds, not hours
- Rich Media Libraries – Access videos, maps, and images to enhance your proposals
- Comparison Tools – Quickly evaluate multiple itineraries and options
- Trend Intelligence – Stay current with emerging destinations and experiences
- Professional Prompts – Pre-built searches that deliver agency-ready content
The ASTRA Workflow: How You’ll Use It Daily
1. Customer Enquiry Arrives
“We’re thinking about Southeast Asia for our anniversary. Maybe Thailand or Vietnam? We like culture but need some beach time too.”
2. Open your personalised interface to ChatGPT
Within your secure agent portal, you input the client’s requirements. ASTRA immediately generates:
- Multiple itinerary options with day-by-day breakdowns
- Hidden gems and insider experiences your competitors won’t know
- Practical logistics and timing recommendations
- Visual content to support your recommendations
- Cost indicators and seasonal considerations
3. Enhance with Your Expertise
ASTRA provides the foundation; you add the magic:
- Layer in your preferred suppliers and exclusive rates
- Add personal experiences and testimonials
- Include your protected packages and commission opportunities
- Customise based on your client knowledge
4. Present with Confidence
Whether in person, via email, or over the phone, you’re now equipped with:
- Comprehensive destination knowledge
- Multiple tailored options
- Supporting visuals and media
- Answers to questions before they’re asked
- Authority that builds trust and closes sales
5. Optional: Share Research with Clients
When appropriate, share the options you’ve curated with your customer. Keeping you positioned as the expert who provided this valuable resource
Getting Started with ASTRA
Account Setup (15 minutes)
- Register your agency account (FREE, no credit card)
- Complete your profile
- Explore the dashboard – familiarise yourself with the layout
- Try our guided tutorial – research a popular destination How/Who/video,
- Practice with different prompt styles
- Save your first research project
- Generate your first client proposal
- Test your knowledge with the Go There Travel Training packages
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Frequently Asked Questions
About ASTRA’s Purpose
Q: Is this meant to replace my expertise? A: Absolutely not. ASTRA amplifies your expertise by handling time-consuming research, letting you focus on personalisation, relationship building, and crafting perfect travel experiences.
Q: How does this help with ChatGPT-educated customers? A: ASTRA ensures you have access to the same AI capabilities as your customers. Additionally, they lack professional features. You’ll always be better informed and prepared.
Q: Can my customers access my ASTRA account? A: No.
Your ASTRA account is your professional tool. You can choose to share the research, but the platform itself is exclusively for registered travel professionals.
Technical & Practical Questions
Q: How current is ASTRA’s information? A: ASTRA pulls from the same continuously updated knowledge base as ChatGPT, enhanced with travel-specific intelligence. We recommend verifying specific prices and availability as you normally would.
Q: Can I save and reuse research? A: Yes! Build your own library of researched destinations, itineraries, and client proposals. Premium users get unlimited storage and advanced organisation features.
Q: Does ASTRA book flights or hotels? A: No. ASTRA is your research and planning assistant. You maintain control of all bookings through your preferred suppliers and systems.
Training & Support
Q: What training is provided? A: FREE users get access to video tutorials, the knowledge base, and our agent community.
Premium members receive live training sessions, one-to-one support, and exclusive masterclasses.
Q: How do I get better at using AI for travel planning? A: Our ASTRA Academy includes prompt engineering courses, best practice guides, and monthly workshops on maximising AI in your travel business.