Headout expands AI capabilities with acquisition of Dabble to revolutionize travel bookings

Travel app company Headout recently expanded its platform to include artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities with the acquisition of AI startup Dabble. The acquisition is considered an important step forward for the company. It could pave the way to revolutionizing the way travelers book and enjoy trips.

Headout currently operates in 125 cities and serves over 27 million people. In recent years, its operations have been profitable. It uses artificial intelligence for a variety of tasks, including content creation, fraud prevention, and pricing.

Headout now aims to take the use of AI to the next level. Dabble was founded in 2021 and has since partnered with major e-commerce platforms including Amazon and Etsy. It helps companies speed up tasks such as content creation and thus improves workflow. It also supports companies in developing accurate product models.

The travel experience sector is highly fragmented. Small businesses operate at different levels. Some use advanced technologies, others lack modern infrastructure.

Arival CEO and co-founder Douglas Quinby highlighted the potential of AI in uniting a diverse sector. He said artificial intelligence could help with discoveries and recommendations. As a result, it becomes easier for travelers to navigate through the plethora of options.

Viator offers over 4,000 tours in Rome alone, which can be daunting for travelers. Holibob CEO Craig Everett highlighted the importance of artificial intelligence in improving the quality of customer choices.

The Headout strategy of pre-selecting travel options ensures that customers are not overwhelmed by the multitude of choices. Headout points to a promising future with acquisitions in the industry. It states that it has plans to further personalize the traveler experience.