AI Receptionist for Travel. Never miss a booking opportunity.
AgentZap's AI receptionist captures trip inquiries, handles itinerary changes, answers destination questions, and provides 24/7 support across all time zones—so you book more trips while you sleep.
Why travel agencies need an AI receptionist. Every missed call is a booking lost to OTAs.
68%
of travel inquiries come outside 9-5 business hours
Source: Phocuswright Research
$2,847
average commission per booked vacation package
Source: ASTA Travel Survey
74%
of travelers prefer phone for complex trip planning
Source: Travel Weekly
5.2x
higher booking rate with immediate response
Source: Harvard Business Review
From inquiry to booked vacation. Automatically, 24/7.
Traveler Calls
A couple in Sydney calls at 9 PM about their honeymoon in the Maldives.
AI Qualifies
Gathers dates, budget, resort preferences, special requests, and dietary needs.
Destination Matching
Recommends packages matching their criteria and highlights current promotions.
Consultation Booked
Schedules call with honeymoon specialist and sends confirmation with brochures.
Sample Travel Inquiry Call
"Thank you for calling Paradise Travel. I'm here to help with your travel plans. Are you inquiring about a new trip or an existing booking?"
"New trip! We're planning our 10-year anniversary and want to go somewhere tropical."
"Congratulations! When are you planning to travel, and how many days are you thinking? Also, do you prefer all-inclusive resorts or more of an adventure-style trip?"
"Late February, about 7-10 days. Definitely romantic - maybe overwater bungalow. Budget around $8,000."
"Perfect! The Maldives and Bora Bora are stunning options for that. Sarah, our honeymoon specialist, has availability tomorrow at 2 PM. Shall I book that consultation?"
AI receptionist features for travel. Capture more bookings and delight travelers.
Destination Knowledge
AI is trained on your destinations, packages, resorts, and specialties. Provides informed guidance on destinations and travel requirements.
Specialist Routing
Routes inquiries to the right specialist—honeymoon, family, adventure, luxury, group, or cruise experts based on caller needs.
Promotion Awareness
Highlights seasonal offers, early booking discounts, and limited-time promotions. Creates urgency for time-sensitive deals.
Group Travel
Captures details for destination weddings, corporate retreats, family reunions. Gathers headcounts and special needs.
24/7 Global Coverage
Every call answered instantly—across all time zones, holidays, and peak seasons. No hold times, no voicemail.
Emergency Support
Recognizes travel emergencies—flight cancellations, medical issues, lost documents—and escalates immediately.
Consultation Booking
Books consultations directly into agent calendars. Sends confirmations with brochures and preparation materials.
Multilingual Support
Communicate with international clients in 20+ languages including Spanish, French, German, and Mandarin.
Booking Analytics
Track inquiry sources, conversion rates, peak times, and destination popularity. Optimize your marketing spend.
Lead Qualification
Captures travel dates, budget range, group size, and destination preferences for qualified leads.
And many more features...
Get Started →Integrates with your travel software. Connect with GDS systems and booking platforms you already use.
Our team configures your CRM, calendar, and software integrations for you. Sync call data across 1,500+ apps automatically.
White-Glove Setup
We configure everything for you. Just tell us what tools you use.
Real-Time Sync
Call data flows to your CRM and calendar automatically.
Ongoing Support
Need changes? Our team handles updates and new integrations.
AI receptionist vs hiring. Save 90% on front desk costs.
Hiring a Travel Receptionist
- Annual Salary$32,000 - $42,000
- Benefits & Taxes$6,000 - $8,000
- Training (Travel knowledge)$2,000 - $3,000
- Office Space & Equipment$3,000 - $5,000
- Total Annual Cost$43,000 - $58,000
Limitations: Only covers 40 hours/week. After-hours travelers (68% of calls) go to voicemail.
AgentZap AI Receptionist
- Starter Plan (Monthly)$139/month
- Professional Plan$279/month
- Coverage24/7/365
- Setup & IntegrationIncluded
- Total Annual Cost$1,668 - $4,788
Includes: 24/7 coverage, unlimited calls, GDS integration, no sick days.
Annual Savings: $38,000 - $53,000+
That's enough to fund marketing campaigns or sponsor fam trips.
Simple, transparent pricing. Start free. Upgrade when ready.
Solo Agent
$79/mo
- Up to 50 calls/month
- 24/7 call answering
- Appointment scheduling
- Lead qualification
Perfect for solo agents
Travel Agency
$199/mo
- Up to 150 calls/month
- 24/7 call answering
- Appointment scheduling
- Lead qualification
- CRM integrations
Great for travel agencies
Multi-Location
$499/mo
- Up to 500 calls/month
- All professional features
- Priority support
- Call recording & transcripts
- Advanced analytics
For travel agency chains
Available on All Plans
Live Receptionist Backup
Human agents available 24/7
Instant Call Transfers
Connect callers to your team
Free SMS Integration
Text message notifications
Speed to Lead
Instant lead capture & alerts
AI Powered Engine
Advanced natural language AI
Smart Call Routing
Intelligent Q & transfers
AI + Human. The best of both worlds.
AI Receptionist Handles (85% of calls)
Agent Escalation
Travel Emergency Escalation Protocol
AI Detects Emergency
Flight cancellation, medical emergency, or stranded traveler triggers escalation
Immediate Agent Alert
On-call agent receives SMS and call with traveler details and booking reference
Traveler Comfort
AI provides immediate assistance tips while agent is being contacted
Resolution Arranged
Agent resolves issue or arranges alternative travel arrangements
Trusted by travel agencies nationwide. See the results.
"We were losing 40% of inquiries to OTAs because callers got voicemail at 9 PM. Now every traveler gets immediate help. Our bookings increased 47% in three months."

Jennifer Walsh
Owner, Wanderlust Travel Advisors
Denver, CO
Why travel agencies choose AgentZap. Built for your business.
Instant Response
Every call answered immediately, 24/7/365.
Travel Smart
Trained on destinations and travel terminology.
90% Cost Savings
Full coverage for less than one month of salary.
GDS Sync
Amadeus, Sabre, Travelport—all connected.
Frequently asked questions. Everything you need to know.
What is an AI receptionist for travel agencies?
An AI receptionist for travel agencies is an intelligent virtual assistant that handles inbound calls 24/7 for trip inquiries, booking questions, itinerary changes, and travel emergencies. Unlike traditional answering services, the AI receptionist captures destination preferences, travel dates, group size, and budget parameters while providing the personalized service travelers expect. It integrates with booking systems like Travelport, Amadeus, and Sabre, ensuring all lead information flows directly into your existing workflows.
How does the AI voice receptionist for tour operators qualify travel leads?
The AI receptionist asks strategic qualification questions including: destination interests and flexibility, travel dates and duration, group size and composition (adults, children, ages), budget range and preferences, trip type (leisure, adventure, luxury, honeymoon, business), special requirements (accessibility, dietary, celebrations), and how they discovered your agency. This qualification enables agents to prepare customized proposals and prioritize high-value bookings.
Can the AI receptionist handle travel emergencies 24/7?
Absolutely. The AI receptionist recognizes travel emergencies such as flight cancellations, missed connections, lost documents, medical situations, and natural disasters. It immediately escalates to on-call agents with complete context including current location, booking references, immediate needs, and caller contact information. This 24/7 coverage across all time zones ensures travelers receive help exactly when they need it most.
How does the AI receptionist manage existing booking inquiries?
The AI receptionist can look up booking details, provide comprehensive itinerary information, answer questions about included amenities and policies, handle routine modification requests like date changes or room upgrades, and provide destination-specific information. Complex changes requiring agent authorization are escalated with complete context for efficient resolution.
Can the AI receptionist explain travel packages and seasonal promotions?
Yes. The AI receptionist is trained on your current packages, seasonal promotions, group rates, early booking discounts, and partner deals. It can highlight relevant offers based on caller interests, create urgency for limited-time promotions, and capture leads for time-sensitive bookings. This ensures no promotional opportunity is missed, even outside business hours.
How does the AI receptionist handle calls during peak booking seasons?
Travel agencies experience significant call volume spikes during holidays, spring break, summer vacation, and year-end booking seasons. The AI receptionist scales instantly to handle unlimited simultaneous calls with consistent quality and zero wait times. No busy signals, no hold music, no frustrated callers moving to online travel agencies or competitors.
What information does the AI receptionist collect from trip inquiries?
The AI receptionist gathers comprehensive details: full traveler contact information, destination(s) of interest with flexibility, exact travel dates or date ranges, number of travelers including ages of children, budget range and payment preferences, trip type and interests (beach, adventure, cultural, culinary), special requirements (accessibility, dietary restrictions, celebrations like anniversaries or honeymoons), accommodation preferences, and referral source.
How does the AI receptionist integrate with travel booking systems?
AgentZap integrates with all major travel platforms including Travelport, Amadeus, Sabre, TripActions, Booking.com partner systems, ClientBase, TravelJoy, and custom booking platforms via API. Lead information, booking details, and customer notes sync automatically into your existing CRM and booking workflows, eliminating manual data entry and ensuring no lead falls through the cracks.
Can the AI receptionist handle international callers across time zones?
Yes. The AI receptionist provides true 24/7/365 coverage across all time zones with multilingual support in 20+ languages including Spanish, French, German, Mandarin, Japanese, and Portuguese. International travelers planning trips at 3 AM their local time receive the same professional service as daytime callers, expanding your global reach significantly.
How does AI compare to traditional travel agency answering services?
Traditional answering services charge $3-6 per call, have hold times during busy periods, and operators lack travel industry knowledge. The AI receptionist handles unlimited simultaneous calls instantly, costs a flat monthly rate of $139, provides 24/7 coverage, integrates with your booking systems, and is trained specifically on travel industry terminology, destinations, and sales processes.
Will callers know they are speaking with an AI receptionist?
The AI receptionist identifies itself as a virtual travel assistant and focuses on helping callers efficiently with their inquiries. Most travelers appreciate getting immediate help at 11 PM when planning their dream vacation rather than leaving a voicemail. The experience is professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. Callers can always request to speak with a human agent, triggering immediate escalation.
How quickly can my travel agency get started with an AI receptionist?
Most travel agencies are fully operational within 24-48 hours. Our travel industry specialists configure your destinations, packages, booking system integrations, and escalation rules. We provide dedicated setup support, test calls to verify quality, and ongoing optimization to ensure the AI receptionist handles your specific travel business requirements correctly from day one.
Stop losing bookings to OTAs. Start capturing every inquiry today.
Every missed call is a $2,847+ commission walking to an online travel agency. Start capturing every booking opportunity with AgentZap's AI receptionist.
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