What is Julia?
Julia is the virtual assistant of Rome, developed to enhance the tourist experience in the capital. Using artificial intelligence, it responds quickly and tailor-made to the needs of visitors, offering personalized solutions based on their preferences, making access to information easier.
What services does Julia offer?
Julia helps visitors to Rome by providing useful and personalized information to make their experience in the city more enjoyable and tailored to their needs. Among the information it can provide are:
• Ongoing events, such as cultural events, shows, exhibitions, and demonstrations;
• Personalized itineraries, based on the user's time and preferences, Julia can suggest tailor-made routes, combining main attractions with alternative paths;
• Mobility and transport, Julia offers updated information on public transport, traffic, and sustainable mobility alternatives, to facilitate getting around the city;
• Dining and accommodation services, thanks to direct connections with local restaurants and hotels, Julia offers gastronomic and lodging options suitable for the user’s tastes and specific needs.
Where did the idea of Julia come from?
Julia was created to improve the tourist experience in Rome, making it easier for visitors to find accurate and reliable information. Often, tourists struggle to find reliable sources among unclear websites or global platforms that prioritize sponsored and less useful content. Julia solves this problem by offering personalized responses based on direct, updated, and verified sources, countering the imprecise or outdated information found on global platforms.
Where does Julia get its information from?
Julia collects and organizes information exclusively from reliable sources, such as local operators in Rome (museums, hotels, restaurants, and theaters). All data is verified and continuously updated to ensure maximum accuracy, timeliness, and reliability, providing visitors with information they can trust.
What technologies does Julia use?
Julia uses advanced artificial intelligence with natural language understanding algorithms, allowing it to interpret visitors' requests and respond in a simple and intuitive way.
How is Julia different from Google and other global platforms?
Unlike Google, which often prioritizes sponsored content and clickbait, Julia doesn’t rely on information gathered from the internet, which may be unreliable. All the information provided by Julia comes directly from verified sources and local operators, such as museums, restaurants, and hotels. This guarantees accurate, updated, and personalized responses. Additionally, Julia doesn’t simply provide a list of results, but interacts with the user to create tailored itineraries and useful recommendations for a truly customized experience.
How can I access Julia?
Simply send a message via WhatsApp or other messaging platforms using the dedicated phone number, or through the official website. No app downloads or registrations are required.
In which languages does Julia speak?
Julia can interpret and respond to requests in multiple languages, removing language barriers and ensuring a simple and intuitive experience for tourists from around the world.
What is the benefit for local service providers using Julia?
Julia allows operators to communicate directly with tourists without intermediaries, update their activity information in real-time, and reach a large and interested audience.
How can local operators register on Julia?
Operators can register by filling out a questionnaire on the official website of the Municipality of Rome, providing accurate information about their business.
Does Julia require the download of an app?
No, Julia does not require app downloads or registrations. It is accessible via WhatsApp or other commonly used messaging platforms, ensuring immediate and uncomplicated access.
Does Julia promote sustainable tourism?
Yes, Julia promotes sustainable tourism by encouraging the discovery of alternative routes and less crowded destinations. This not only alleviates pressure on the most popular tourist areas, but also allows for a more authentic "local" experience, engaging with the culture of lesser-explored areas.
Can Julia be used offline?
No, an internet connection is required to use Julia.
What are the advantages of Julia compared to traditional guides?
Unlike traditional guides, Julia offers dynamic interaction, understanding the specific requests of users and continuously updating the information provided. It doesn’t just provide a list of options, but engages with the user to create a tailored experience.
Is Julia free?
Yes, Julia is completely free for users seeking information and planning their experience in Rome, and it is also free for operators registering their business.
