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# Agent Updates - Enhanced Trip Recommendations Integration
## Summary
All agent files have been updated to utilize the enhanced `get_trip_recommendations` tool with its new parameters and capabilities.
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## 📝 Files Updated
### 1. `src/a2a_chatbot.py` - Multi-Agent System ✅
#### Travel Agent Enhanced
**Changes**:
- Added comprehensive system instructions for using `get_trip_recommendations`
- Documented all 6 parameters: location, start_date, end_date, num_people, preferences, budget_per_person
- Added strategy guide for trip planning with real-time weather data
- Included 7 preference categories with descriptions
- Added example scenarios for different use cases
**Key Features**:
```python
# New capabilities the Travel Agent understands:
- Real-time weather forecasts
- Preference-based recommendations (adventure, nature, food, culture, etc.)
- Group travel tips for multiple travelers
- Budget-aware suggestions
- Weather-based packing advice
- External resource links (TripAdvisor, Google Maps, etc.)
```
**Example Usage**:
```
User: "Plan a 5-day trip to Goa for 4 people who love adventure and food"
Travel Agent: Calls get_trip_recommendations with:
- location: "Goa"
- num_people: 4
- preferences: "adventure, food"
- Dates auto-default to upcoming weekend
```
#### Orchestrator Enhanced
**Changes**:
- Updated example workflows to show how to pass team size to Travel Agent
- Added instructions to summarize preferences from team food data
- Included date and budget parameter examples
- Enhanced example showing complete trip planning with team integration
**Example Workflow**:
```
Query: "Plan a trip to Goa for Sarah's team"
1. Get team members (count = 5)
2. Get food preferences (3 vegetarian, preferences: seafood)
3. Call Travel Agent with:
- location: "Goa"
- num_people: 5
- preferences: "food, culture, relaxation"
- Additional context: vegetarian and seafood options
4. Combine results with weather forecast and recommendations
```
---
### 2. `src/chatbot.py` - Single Agent System ✅
**Changes**:
- Expanded system instruction to include external APIs section
- Documented all available tools with their parameters
- Added comprehensive trip planning strategy guide
- Included instructions for team trip integration
- Enhanced result presentation guidelines
**New Instructions Cover**:
1. **Tool Descriptions**:
- `run_cypher_query` - Organizational data
- `run_sql_query` - Food/venue/trip data
- `get_trip_recommendations` - Trip planning with weather
- `get_country_info` - Country details
2. **Trip Planning Strategy**:
- Extract trip parameters from user query
- Handle team trips with group size and dietary needs
- Present results in user-friendly format
- Highlight weather and practical advice
3. **Enhanced Capabilities**:
```
- Real-time weather data integration
- Preference-based recommendations
- Group-aware planning
- Budget-conscious suggestions
- Practical packing advice
```
**Example Query Handling**:
```
Query: "Plan a weekend trip to Mumbai for my team"
Agent Process:
1. Use run_cypher_query to count team members
2. Use run_sql_query for food preferences
3. Call get_trip_recommendations with:
- location: "Mumbai"
- num_people: [from team count]
- preferences: [from food data + user hints]
4. Format and present comprehensive results
```
---
### 3. `src/orchestrator.py` - Simulated System ✅
**Changes**:
- Completely rewrote `travel_agent_task` method
- Now calls `get_trip_recommendations` with multiple parameters
- Parses JSON response instead of plain text
- Formats comprehensive report with all sections
**Enhanced Output Includes**:
```
=== TRIP PLAN FOR UDAIPUR ===
Duration: 3 days (2025-11-29 to 2025-12-01)
Group Size: 3 people
Preferences: food, culture, sightseeing
Weather: Weather in Udaipur: clear sky, 25°C
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Getting Started:
• Research local customs and etiquette
• Book accommodations in advance
• Check visa requirements
Food & Culture:
• Try local street food
• Join food walking tours
• Visit local markets
TRAVEL TIPS:
• Hot weather expected - stay hydrated
• Traveling with 3 people - consider group discounts
--- DESTINATION INFO (India) ---
Capital: New Delhi
Currency: INR
Languages: Hindi, English
USEFUL LINKS:
• Weather: https://openweathermap.org/city/Udaipur
• Tripadvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Search?q=Udaipur
• Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Udaipur
• Booking: https://www.booking.com/searchresults.html?ss=Udaipur
```
**Parameters Demonstrated**:
- `location`: "Udaipur"
- `num_people`: 3 (based on team size)
- `preferences`: "food, culture, sightseeing"
- Dates auto-default to upcoming weekend
---
## 🎯 Key Improvements Across All Agents
### 1. Parameter Awareness
All agents now understand the 6 parameters of `get_trip_recommendations`:
| Parameter | Type | Usage |
|-----------|------|-------|
| location | string (required) | City name |
| start_date | string (optional) | YYYY-MM-DD format |
| end_date | string (optional) | YYYY-MM-DD format |
| num_people | int (optional) | Travelers count |
| preferences | string (optional) | Comma-separated |
| budget_per_person | float (optional) | Budget amount |
### 2. Preference Categories
All agents can use these 7 preference categories:
- `adventure` - Hiking, sports, outdoor activities
- `nature` - Parks, wildlife, trails
- `food` - Restaurants, street food, markets
- `culture` - Museums, history, tours
- `sightseeing` - Attractions, landmarks
- `relaxation` - Spas, beaches, downtime
- `shopping` - Markets, malls, souvenirs
### 3. Team Integration
Agents now properly integrate team data into trip planning:
```
Team Size → num_people parameter
Food Preferences → preferences parameter
Dietary Restrictions → mentioned in query to Travel Agent
```
### 4. Weather-Aware
All agents understand that weather data is included and should:
- Highlight weather conditions
- Give packing advice
- Suggest weather-appropriate activities
### 5. External Resources
Agents know to mention external resource links:
- TripAdvisor for reviews
- Google Maps for navigation
- Booking.com for accommodations
- WikiTravel for travel guides
- OpenWeatherMap for detailed weather
---
## 📊 Comparison: Before vs After
| Aspect | Before | After |
|--------|--------|-------|
| **Parameters Used** | location only | 6 parameters (location, dates, people, preferences, budget) |
| **Response Format** | Plain text | Structured JSON parsed into sections |
| **Weather Data** | ❌ Not mentioned | ✅ Real-time forecasts |
| **Group Awareness** | ❌ No | ✅ Group-specific tips |
| **Preferences** | ❌ Generic | ✅ 7 categories supported |
| **Budget Tips** | ❌ None | ✅ Budget-aware suggestions |
| **External Links** | ❌ None | ✅ 5 resource links |
| **Practical Advice** | ❌ Limited | ✅ Weather-based packing tips |
| **Team Integration** | ❌ Basic | ✅ Full team data integration |
---
## 🚀 Example Use Cases Now Supported
### Use Case 1: Simple Trip
```
User: "Plan a trip to Paris"
System:
- Uses location parameter
- Auto-defaults to upcoming weekend
- Default preferences (sightseeing, culture, food)
- Fetches real-time weather
- Provides comprehensive recommendations
```
### Use Case 2: Detailed Planning
```
User: "Plan a 5-day adventure trip to Udaipur from Dec 20-25 for 4 people, budget 5000 per person"
System:
- location: "Udaipur"
- start_date: "2025-12-20"
- end_date: "2025-12-25"
- num_people: 4
- preferences: "adventure"
- budget_per_person: 5000
- Returns weather, adventure activities, budget tips, group advice
```
### Use Case 3: Team Trip with Food Preferences
```
User: "Plan a weekend trip to Goa for my team and consider their food preferences"
System:
1. Query Neo4j for team members (e.g., 6 people)
2. Query Postgres for food preferences (e.g., 3 vegetarian, 2 like seafood)
3. Call get_trip_recommendations:
- location: "Goa"
- num_people: 6
- preferences: "food, relaxation, culture"
- Context: "vegetarian and seafood options"
4. Present comprehensive plan with weather, dining suggestions, activities
```
---
## ✅ Testing the Updates
### Test 1: Basic Query (a2a_chatbot.py)
```bash
python src/a2a_chatbot.py
```
```
You: Plan a trip to Mumbai
```
Expected: Travel Agent uses default parameters, fetches weather, gives recommendations
### Test 2: Detailed Query (chatbot.py)
```bash
python src/chatbot.py
```
```
You: Plan a 3-day trip to Jaipur for 5 friends who love adventure and shopping, budget 4000 per person
```
Expected: Uses all parameters, comprehensive output with weather and tips
### Test 3: Team Trip (a2a_chatbot.py)
```bash
python src/a2a_chatbot.py
```
```
You: Plan a trip to Udaipur for Alpha Team considering their food preferences
```
Expected:
1. Team Agent gets team members
2. Food Agent gets preferences
3. Travel Agent plans trip with group size and dietary info
### Test 4: Orchestrator (orchestrator.py)
```bash
python src/orchestrator.py
```
Expected: Formatted report with trip details, weather, recommendations, tips, country info, and resource links
---
## 📚 Documentation References
For users wanting to understand the tool capabilities:
- **TRIP_RECOMMENDATIONS_GUIDE.md** - Comprehensive tool guide
- **QUICK_REFERENCE.md** - Quick parameter reference
- **ENHANCEMENT_SUMMARY.md** - What changed in the tool
- **README.md** - Setup and usage instructions
---
## 🎓 Agent Learning Points
All agents now understand:
1. ✅ Trip planning requires multiple data points (dates, people, preferences, budget)
2. ✅ Weather data is real-time and should be highlighted
3. ✅ Preferences should be extracted from user queries or team data
4. ✅ Group size affects recommendations (group discounts, accommodations)
5. ✅ Budget impacts suggestions (budget-conscious tips)
6. ✅ Results should be formatted in user-friendly sections
7. ✅ External resources should be mentioned for deeper dives
8. ✅ Practical advice (packing, weather) enhances user experience
---
**Status**: ✅ All agents updated and ready for testing
**Backward Compatible**: ✅ Yes (basic location-only queries still work)
**Enhanced Capabilities**: ✅ 6 parameters, real-time weather, 7 preference categories