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AI Methods in Hospitality Review

The paper aims to systematically review AI methods applied in hospitality and tourism by analyzing 146 articles published between 2010 and 2021. It identifies the various AI applications used, such as demand forecasting and customer service, and analyzes their relationship with different AI methods and data domains. The review discovers new knowledge about AI methods and their use in hospitality/tourism settings. It also proposes novel personalized AI models to precisely predict tourism behavior patterns.
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AI Methods in Hospitality Review

The paper aims to systematically review AI methods applied in hospitality and tourism by analyzing 146 articles published between 2010 and 2021. It identifies the various AI applications used, such as demand forecasting and customer service, and analyzes their relationship with different AI methods and data domains. The review discovers new knowledge about AI methods and their use in hospitality/tourism settings. It also proposes novel personalized AI models to precisely predict tourism behavior patterns.
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Abstract

Purpose – Several review articles have been published within the Artificial Intelligence (AI)
literature that have explored a range of applications within the tourism and hospitality sectors.
However, how efficiently the applied AI methods and algorithms have performed with
respect to the type of applications and the multimodal sets of data domains have not yet been
reviewed. Therefore, this paper aims to review and analyse the established AI methods in
hospitality/tourism, ranging from data modelling for demand forecasting, tourism destination
and behaviour pattern to enhanced customer service and experience.
Design/methodology/approach – The approach was to systematically review the relationship
between AI methods and hospitality/tourism through a comprehensive literature review of
papers published between 2010 and 2021. In total, 146 articles were identified and then
critically analysed through content analysis into themes, including “AI methods” and “AI
applications”.
Findings – The review discovered new knowledge in identifying AI methods concerning the
settings and available multimodal data sets in hospitality and tourism. Moreover, AI
applications fostering the tourism/hospitality industries were identified. It also proposes novel
personalised AI modelling development for smart tourism platforms to precisely predict
tourism choice behaviour patterns.
Practical implications – This review paper offers researchers and practitioners a broad
understanding of the proper selection of AI methods that can potentially improve decision-
making and decision-support in the tourism/hospitality industries.

a. Introduction
Several review articles have been published within the Artificial Intelligence (AI)
literature that have explored a range of applications within the tourism and hospitality
sectors. However, how efficiently the applied AI methods and algorithms have
performed with respect to the type of applications and the multimodal sets of data
domains have not yet been reviewed.
b. Objective
Therefore, this paper aims to review and analyse the established AI methods in
hospitality/tourism, ranging from data modelling for demand forecasting, tourism
destination and behaviour pattern to enhanced customer service and experience.
c. Method
The approach was to systematically review the relationship between AI methods and
hospitality/tourism through a comprehensive literature review of papers published
between 2010 and 2021. In total, 146 articles were identified and then critically
analysed through content analysis into themes, including “AI methods” and “AI
applications”.
d. Results
The review discovered new knowledge in identifying AI methods concerning the
settings and available multimodal data sets in hospitality and tourism. Moreover, AI
applications fostering the tourism/hospitality industries were identified.
e. Recommendation

It also proposes novel personalised AI modelling development for smart tourism


platforms to precisely predict tourism choice behaviour patterns.
f. Conclusion

g. Implication (if present)


This review paper offers researchers and practitioners a broad understanding of the
proper selection of AI methods that can potentially improve decision-making and
decision-support in the tourism/hospitality industries.

Doborjeh, Z., Hemmington, N., Doborjeh, M. & Kasabov, N. (2022). "Artificial intelligence:


a systematic review of methods and applications in hospitality and tourism", International
Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, 34(3), 1154-1176.

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The review identifies a research gap in understanding the efficiency of applied AI methods concerning the type of application and data domains. It suggests a need for further exploration of AI's role in enhancing industry operations, particularly in contexts involving multimodal data .

This review has contributed new knowledge by identifying AI methods relevant to hospitality and tourism settings and highlighting the use of multimodal datasets. It uncovers the practical applications of AI methods in fostering industry growth, thus aiding future research and smart tourism platform development .

Personalised AI modelling assists in predicting tourism choice behavior patterns by analysing historical data to identify trends and preferences. This predictive modelling enables service providers to tailor experiences and anticipate future trends, increasing customer satisfaction and engagement .

Multimodal datasets are crucial for applying AI within the tourism industry because they provide a comprehensive data input that enhances the accuracy and efficiency of AI models. These datasets allow for a more nuanced understanding of customer behaviour and preferences, supporting the development of sophisticated and personalised AI applications .

AI methods enhance customer service and experience in the tourism and hospitality industry by utilising data modelling for demand forecasting, which helps in anticipating customer needs and preferences, thereby personalising services. AI applications facilitate the development of smart tourism platforms that predict tourism choice behaviour patterns, leading to enhanced customer engagement and satisfaction .

Challenges associated with integrating AI methods into the hospitality industry include handling multimodal datasets, which require complex data processing and analysis capabilities. Efficiency in application and algorithm performance is also a concern, as the AI models need to be adaptable to diverse data environments and user contexts within tourism and hospitality settings .

Analysing both AI methods and applications in a single review helps understand both the technical and practical aspects of AI integration in hospitality and tourism. It allows for a comprehensive examination of how AI methods are operationalised and their impact, thereby providing a holistic view of AI's role in these sectors .

The findings provide a broad understanding of the suitable AI methods for improved decision-making in tourism and hospitality. By identifying specific AI applications and methods, the paper offers guidance on selecting AI tools that can enhance decision-support, optimise operations, and improve customer satisfaction .

The paper proposes novel personalised AI modelling for smart tourism platforms, which use predictive analytics to forecast tourism choice behavior patterns. These models help in understanding customer preferences and behaviours by analysing past data to create highly customised and responsive tourism experiences .

The systematic review approach in the paper involves a comprehensive literature review of 146 articles, which allows for an in-depth analysis of AI applications in tourism. This method facilitates the identification of prevailing themes and patterns, providing insights into how AI methods have been applied and the extent of their effectiveness .

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