Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kismet?

Kismet is an open source travel technology platform that provides MCP (Model Context Protocol) infrastructure for developers to build conversational AI travel applications. Kismet also provides hotel-facing technology that enables properties to integrate, respond to inquiries, and sell with both public and private rates.

How does conversational AI travel search work?

Users ask natural language questions like "Find me a romantic hotel in Paris for next weekend under $300." Hotels integrated with Kismet's technology receive these inquiries and use AI workflows to respond with real-time availability, property details, and pricing using both public and private rates.

How does Kismet enable complex travel planning?

Kismet's infrastructure enables ongoing conversations between hotels and guests, supporting complex planning workflows that go beyond simple bookings. Hotels can engage in natural language dialogue for custom itinerary planning, handle multi-step requests, and provide personalized recommendations throughout the entire guest journey.

Where does Kismet work?

Anywhere an AI can query or tool call. Anywhere natural language is typed or spoken. Kismet's platform-agnostic technology integrates with any system that supports conversational AI, from chat interfaces to voice assistants to AI-powered applications.

What is NLWeb technology?

NLWeb is Microsoft's open source standard for natural language web interfaces. Kismet is built natively with NLWeb, enabling seamless integration with AI assistants and natural language interfaces.

Learn more about NLWeb technology.

What is MCP integration?

MCP (Model Context Protocol) integration allows AI assistants like Claude, ChatGPT, and others to directly access Kismet's travel search capabilities. This enables users to plan travel through their preferred AI assistant.

Learn more about MCP integration.

How do I get access to Kismet?

Access to Kismet is currently by invitation only. You can request access through our registration page or connect your GitHub account for automatic approval. We're gradually expanding access as we refine the platform.

Is Kismet free to use?

Kismet's MCP is free for app developers to build on and will always remain free. Developers can build pricing into their platforms and sell directly to hotels. Kismet verifies transactions and identities for hotels who host on Kismet's MCP servers and charges hotels directly for these services.