Web3 in Travel: Recent Episodes
Luca De Giglio
Web3, the web of crypto and blockchains, is coming to the travel industry.
In this podcast series Luca De Giglio, a travel and blockchain veteran, takes you in a slow paced and deep learning journey, which will give you great insights and understanding, allowing you to navigate the upcoming decade, catching the best opportunities and avoiding the worst pitfalls.
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 CV 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/tokenhttps://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 analyses the Camino Blockchain White Paper (Part 2)https://camino.network/
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In this episode, Luca analyses the Camino Blockchain White Paper
https://camino.network/
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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In this episode, Luca searches Twitter to find news about Web3 in Travel and finds many interesting projects and updates.
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In this episode, Luca searches Twitter to find news about Web3 in Travel and finds many interesting projects and updates.
In this episode, Luca searches Twitter to find news about Web3 in Travel and finds many interesting projects and updates.
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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.
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In this episode, Luca searches Twitter to find news about Web3 in Travel and finds many interesting projects and updates.
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In this episode, Luca analyses the Etihad NFTs.
https://twitter.com/EtihadNFT
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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.
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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.
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In this this episode, Luca talks about the convergence of AI and crypto in the travel industry.
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In this this episode, Luca talks about the Web3 in Travel Conference In Barcelona held on the 15th of May 2023 https://web3intravel.com
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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
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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
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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.
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In this episode Luca talks with Michele Ruberl from Peakwork about the upcoming infrastructure and Web3 apps in they are building.
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In this episode Luca talks about bank failures, BTC pumping and the $1M bet, ugradeable smart contract and DAOs token holders responsibilities.If you want to support this podcast check out these links:
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In this episode Luca analyses Buk Trips, a new NFT booking project.https://buktrips.com
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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/
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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/
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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
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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 analyses LIFE, a NFT based travel and rewards project
https://liferewards.ai
In this episode, Luca analyses DecentraBNB, a decentralised Airbnb project.
https://decentrabnb.com
In this episode, Luca analyses TravelX, a NFT flight ticket project from Argentina, based on the Algorand blockchain.
https://www.travelx.io
https://travel.xyz
https://algoexplorer.io/application/855331006
In this episode, Luca talks about hacking happening in DeFi and what kind of hacking we can expect in Web3 in Travel, when it actually becomes a thing.
In this episode, Luca analyses a "What Bitcoin Did" Podcast episode in which the Host says that there is never going to be a decentralised Airbnb.
The WBD episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/71M1nmL3mAoRMuYNykWVuc
In this episode, Luca analyses Pinktada which is leveraging NFTs to allow guests to resell their booking.
https://www.pinktada.com/
In this episode, Luca talks about the "Web3 in Travel Summit" held in Porto on the 14th of September 2022.
https://web3intravel.com
In this episode, Luca talks about the management of a crypto treasury, specifically discussing the Gnosis Safe, now rebranded to Safe.
In this episode, Luca presents the first travel summit dedicated to the transition to Web3 together with Antonio Bortolotti, founder of the VRWS.
Speeches, panels and workshops to help the industry upgrade to the new Web.
The Web3 in Travel Summit is in Porto, Portugal on the 14th of September 2022.
https://web3intravel.com
https://vacationrentalworldsummit.com
In this episode Luca talks about SVG NFTs, a subset of NFTs which can be completely onchain and dynamic, opening a new pandora box of possible use cases in travel.
https://ticket.web3intravel.com
In this episode Luca talks about compliance in Web3 by examining the eternal tension between innovators and regulators.
In this episode (Part 2) Luca talks interviews the builders at Chain4Travel, who are creating the new Camino blockchain, a travel-focused L1.
In this episode (Part 1) Luca interviews the builders at Chain4Travel, who are creating the new Camino blockchain, a travel-focused L1.
This interview gives them the microphone to comment on the analysis done in the previous two episodes.
https://chain4travel.com
In this episode (Part 2) Luca analyzes the new Camino blockchain litepaper, a travel-focused L1 by Chain4Travel, itself a new big effort by travel industry professionals in the web3 space.
https://chain4travel.com
In this episode (Part 1) Luca analyzes the new Camino blockchain litepaper, a travel-focused L1 by Chain4Travel, itself a new big effort by travel industry professionals in the web3 space.
https://chain4travel.com
In this episode Luca talks about the crypto scams and the future ones in Web3 in travel.
In this episode Luca talks about commissions and why they will be lower in Web3.
https://tripscommunity.com/en/white-paper/
Marc Andreessen & Chris Dixon of a16z | Reinventing the Internet
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RXHITeaGB8Q
Bankless
5 Mental Models for Web3 | Chris Dixon
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jezH_7qEk50
In this episode Luca talks about the Zero-Knowledge Proofs
https://starkware.co/starknet/
https://docs.ethhub.io/ethereum-roadmap/layer-2-scaling/zk-rollups/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zero-knowledge_proof#The_Ali_Baba_cave
https://twitter.com/EliBenSasson
In this episode Luca talks about the Tourism Category on Coingecko.
https://www.coingecko.com/en/categories/tourism
In this episode Luca talks about the upcoming Web3 In Travel Conference in Porto, Portugal, organized by Trips Community.
https://web3intravel.com
In this episode Luca talks about what needs to be built for travel to finally upgrade to Web3, how to do it and how you can be part of it.
In this episode Luca talks about the new non transferable NFTs called SBT "Soulbound" a primitive we need to represent stuff which cannot be transferred online.
https://vitalik.eth.limo/general/2022/01/26/soulbound.html
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4105763
In this episode Luca talks about how custodial wallets will allow the onboarding of the masses.
In this episode Luca talks about the Merge, Ethereum passing to Proof of Stake and suggests some ways to help testing by minting NFTs and getting some potential future airdrops.
Tutorial:
1) Go to kiln.themerge.dev and add network to Metamask
2) Get ETH at a Faucet
https://faucet.kiln.themerge.dev (ENS domains required)
https://kilnfaucet.com/ (no ENS required)
3) Mint a girlfriend
https://explorer.kiln.themerge.dev/address/0x446E57b8584f3606737F187ab18a5cEaD037BbC4/write-contract
4) Mint a Traveler Loot
https://explorer.kiln.themerge.dev/address/0x2E00209C3D86132A55Cd045C7b3468A4e062Ad9D/write-contract
5) Get some Trips to mint a Little Traveler
https://twitter.com/tripscommunity/status/1528398406162710530
6) Go to https://littletraveler.org and mint some NFTS
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What to test: https://twitter.com/shegenerates/status/1527290682519392258
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Free NFTs for testers from OnlyDust https://twitter.com/dimahledba/status/1526940225108332544
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The Kiln explorer https://explorer.kiln.themerge.dev
In this episode Luca talks about what happened in the last crash, how to survive the crypto winter and the opportunities ahead.
In this episode Luca talks with Maksim Izmaylov, founder of Winding Tree about their Win.so launch, a decentralised booking protocol.
In this episode Luca talks about Communities in Web3, what they are, the kinds of communities, how to create a successful one.
In this episode Luca talks about the best ways to lose money in Web3 in Travel. There's many, so don't despair!
In this episode Luca talks about the existing Web3 Travel projects: Travala, LockTrip, DTravel and Winding Tree with their new Win.so platform.
In this episode Luca talks about the Metaverse, its definitions and how it may impact travel and the travel industry in the future.
In this episode Luca talks about Direct Bookings and how Web3 is a much more friendly environment for a direct relationship with the guests.
In this episode, Luca describes the difference between Platforms and Protocols, and theorizes the rise of open standards in Web3, which will put an end to the fragmentation of the travel industry.
In this episode Luca digs a bit deeper in the airdrops phenomenon, which is one of the most counter intuitive, decentralized and community building marketing tools web3 gave us.
In this episode Luca talks about how NFT bookings may deeply influence revenue management by exposing nights to the open secondary markets.
In this episode Luca talks about custody, how to keep your crypto and NFTs safe, self-custody vs custodial services and what is the current situation in the travel industry.
In this episode Luca talks about the multichain world we are in, the risks of cross bridges and what trade offs to consider when launching a travel app on blockchains.
Show notes:
Vitalik Buterin on multichain vs crosschin: https://twitter.com/VitalikButerin/status/1479501366192132099
The Wormhole bridge hack: https://www.theverge.com/2022/2/3/22916111/wormhole-hack-github-error-325-million-theft-ethereum-solana
Travala Tigers: https://www.travala.com/en-US/nft
The Little Traveler PFP: https://littletraveler.org
Defillama: https://defillama.com
Polygon multisig: https://twitter.com/Justin_Bons/status/1492561186310733824
In this episode Luca talks about the transition to Web2 to Web3 in the travel industry, the pitfalls and the opportunities.
In this episode Luca talks about PFP NFTs, the profile picture NFT which Twitter has integrated recently and their possible influence and use cases in the travel industry.
In this episode Luca speculates about Airbnb entering Web3 following Brian Chesky's tweets.
In this episode Luca reads the amazing Messari report "Crypto Thesis for 2022" from the point of view of the travel industry.
In this episode Luca reads the amazing Messari report "Crypto Thesis for 2022" from the point of view of the travel industry.
Governance is the way things are decided in Web3. It's immature and evolving fast, but it's already being used at scale.
How to invest in Web3 in travel? Luca shares his 8 years experience and his own approach to investing in tokens and NFTs in crypto in general, and what we can expect from the travel space.
In this episode, Luca comes back on NFTs from the perspective of the travel industry.
What has been done? What can we do with them?
DeFi, Decentralised Finance, is one of the building blocks of web3: the financial system.
In this episode Luca will give a basic overview of it and gives us a glimpse of things to come.
In this episode, Luca explains what DAOs are: a new construct to coordinate human effort around the creation of value in goods and services, made possible by the emergence of cryptocurrencies.
In this episode Luca explains what fees are: a mechanism to keep the network secure, validate transactions and maintain decentralization.
In this episode Luca explains what decentralization is and why it's important. You will learn an open secret which only few people, even in the crypto industry, appreciate it real significance.
An introduction to Web3, cryptocurrencies and blockchain for anyone interested or working in the travel industry. This podcast sets the base to understand this new environment and start the journey.