Today, voice assistants have become essential partners in everyday life. Among them is Alexa! Developed by Amazon, this equipment has rapidly established itself as a benchmark in the field. Are you one of those who like to get away from it all in France, Europe and the rest of the world? Le Petit Futé, the well-known travel guide for globetrotters, has teamed up with Alexa to help you find the next destination that will thrill you.
Alexa and Le Petit Futé partnership: on the road to future travels!
There's a lot you can do with a voice assistant: request information and carry out searches, control household appliances or manage diaries and to-do lists... And what if this equipment, which is revolutionizing everyday life, could also help us find the destination of our dreams for a future trip?
Le Petit Futé is delighted to announce that it is teaming up with Alexa to give users access to a wealth of information on a wide range of places around the world, and to discover a new destination every day. With free, unlimited access to over 450 destinations and more than 150 podcasts, there's sure to be something to inspire everyone from a last-minute weekend getaway to a long trip to the other side of the world .
How does it work?
Do you havean Alexa voice assistant from the Echo range? You can now use the Skill Petit Futé is now available to all users of this type of device in France.
Once you're near your equipment, say "Alexa, open Petit Futé or "Alexa, where should I go on vacation?". The intelligent personal assistant then prompts you to specify your request. Are you planning to leave next weekend? August or December? The idea is to provide you with suitable suggestions. For an imminent departure, the application will focus on nearby destinations. But if you're leaving yourself plenty of time to get away, it won't hesitate to suggest places further afield, in Europe or the rest of the world.
Note that for owners ofan Echo Show device with a screen, Skill offers a carousel of destinations accompanied by captivating visuals. For those equipped with an Echo Show 8, 10 or 15, an additional feature is available: the Petit Futé Widget! This visual brick offers immediate access to the day's destination, carefully selected by Petit Futé experts. All you have to do is click on "find out more " to discover more!
Are you interested in one of our destinations? What can you do?
There are several options. You can opt for a brief voice description of the place to learn more about its charms and distinctive features, or dive straight into one of the 158 captivating podcasts available. If a destination appeals to you, simply request the best addresses by e-mail to start planning your trip!
The Petit Futé skill not only helps you find a destination to suit your desires, but is also very useful for those who have a precise idea of their future getaway. Planning a trip to Brittany or Cyprus? Say "Alexa, ask the Petit Futé for information on Brittany" or "Alexa, ask the Petit Futé to tell me more about Cyprus", and you'll have access to useful content on these destinations.
The Petit Futé Skill is regularly updated. Two new podcasts are added every week. Users thus have access to ever more exclusive content.
Alexa, the voice assistant for travel
By joining forces with Le Petit Futé, the Alexa voice assistant makes accessing Le Petit Futé content effortless. Simply use your voice to listen to destination presentations, travel ideas and practical advice. Everything you need to plan a weekend or extended vacation in places that are familiar to everyone, as well as those off the beaten track.
