TRAVEL WISE: A SMART PERSONALIZED TRAVEL COMPANION

Abstract

Tourism in Pakistan, particularly in cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, often lacks personalized and reliable platforms, leaving lesser known but remarkable attractions unexplored. This gap arises as most existing platforms prioritize popular tourist spots without addressing individual traveler preferences or localized needs. Travel Wise tackles this issue by providing tailored recommendations using advanced recommendation systems. Content-based filtering compares user preferences against multidimensional attributes, delivering precise suggestions for attractions and hotels. Meanwhile, collaborative filtering uncovers patterns in user behavior through collective preferences, enabling predictive analytics for enhanced recommendations. Generative AI tools like Chat Groq API enrich the platform by generating detailed, personalized descriptions for suggested hotels and attractions. Additionally, real-time weather updates, a Chabot powered by Botpress, and multilingual support for languages like Urdu, Punjabi, Pashto, and Sindhi enhance user accessibility and experience. The platform integrates modern technologies: Django REST Framework for efficient backend operations, React.js for a dynamic and responsive frontend interface, and SQLite for lightweight yet scalable data storage. By combining these cutting-edge technologies with advanced algorithms like Random Forest and ALS, Travel Wise aims to revolutionize travel planning in Pakistan, offering users an innovative, reliable, and user-friendly platform to explore both hidden gems and popular destinations seamlessly.