I had three days in Dublin and a list of places to see as long as an Irish pub menu. The problem wasn't finding information — it was everywhere — but figuring out which attractions were really worth visiting, in what order, and how not to waste time zigzagging around the city. It was in this specific context that I decided to test Secret World AI Trip Planner, an AI-based travel planning tool that in 2026 is gaining a lot of attention among independent travelers.
I used Secret World to organize a three-day itinerary in Dublin starting from scratch. No pre-existing plan, no paper guide: just my preferences entered into the platform and the curiosity to see what it would come up with. The result surprised me enough to write this honest review, with all the pros, cons, and details that you normally don't find in glossy reviews.
How it really works: my session with AI in Dublin
I started by telling the AI that I wanted to visit Dublin in three days, with a medium budget, an interest in history and local culture, and that I would prefer to avoid long lines. The response came in less than thirty seconds: a structured itinerary day by day, with suggested times, walking distances between points, and practical notes. The first day started at Trinity College (entrance to the Book of Kells about 16 euros, recommended to book online), then walking to Temple Bar — about 10 minutes — and in the afternoon Dublin Castle, with an estimated visit of 90 minutes.
What struck me is that the AI did not just list famous attractions. When I specified that I wanted something less touristy, it suggested Glasnevin Cemetery — an extraordinary place often overlooked by tourists — complete with directions on how to get there by bus from the city (line 40, about 20 minutes from the center). It also noted that the museum attached to the cemetery has interactive exhibits on Irish history that are worth at least an hour and a half. This kind of concrete detail is exactly what I was looking for.
Pro: what works well and why
The main strength of Secret World is the real customization. It does not give you a standard copy-paste itinerary: it responds to your specifications. I asked to optimize the second day's route to avoid backtracking, and the AI redesigned the tour starting from Kilmainham Gaol (reservation required, about 8 euros), then moving on to Phoenix Park — the largest park in Europe, 707 hectares — and concluding with a walk along the Grand Canal. Total walkable distance: about 6 km, doable in a day without stressing.
Another positive aspect is the transparency about prices and times. The AI does not exaggerate or minimize: it clearly tells you that the Guinness Storehouse is worth a visit but that the entrance costs nearly 30 euros and that queues on weekends can exceed 45 minutes without a reservation. Useful, concrete information that allows you to make informed decisions. I also appreciated the itinerary export feature, which I saved directly on my phone.
Cons: what still needs improvement
Not everything is perfect. The main limitation I encountered concerns restaurants and venues: the dining suggestions were quite generic, with names of well-known places but lacking the depth I would have liked. To find a good authentic pub in Dublin — not the tourist one — I had to supplement with manual searches. The AI recommended the Stoneybatter neighborhood as an interesting area for local spots, which was correct, but without specific indications on where to sit.
Another limitation is the handling of unforeseen events: if the weather changes or you want to modify the plan at the last minute, the AI responds well to direct questions but does not automatically suggest alternatives. You have to ask explicitly. It’s not a serious flaw, but compared to some competing apps like Wanderlog or TripIt, it still lacks a bit of proactivity in dynamic trip management.
Comparison with competitors and final vote
Compared to Wanderlog, Secret World offers more detailed and personalized responses, but Wanderlog wins on group collaboration and flight synchronization. Compared to freely used ChatGPT, Secret World has the advantage of being structured for travel: you don't have to do the prompt engineering work, the platform guides you. For an independent traveler who wants to plan on their own without becoming an AI expert, Secret World is genuinely more accessible.
My vote is 9/10. I take off one point for the limitations in the dining section and for the lack of proactive adaptation to unforeseen events. But for everything else — speed, accuracy, concrete details about Dublin, and the ability to truly customize the itinerary — Secret World has proven to be a serious and reliable tool. If you are planning a trip and want to save hours of research without sacrificing quality, try Secret World for free and build your personalized itinerary in just a few minutes.
