概览
What is TripAdvisor Vacation Planner MCP Server?
This MCP server provides access to TripAdvisor data for planning vacations, finding attractions, restaurants, and hotels. It integrates with the TripAdvisor API and is designed for use with Claude Desktop and the Google Maps MCP Server.
How to use TripAdvisor Vacation Planner MCP Server?
Prerequisites: Python 3.10+, uv, a TripAdvisor API key, Claude Desktop, and the Google Maps MCP Server. Install dependencies with uv add "mcp[cli]", set the TRIPADVISOR_API_KEY environment variable, then run mcp run server.py. For Claude Desktop, run mcp install server.py or add a custom server configuration in Claude Desktop Settings. To plan a vacation, start a conversation in Claude and prompt with "Vacation Planner".
Key features of TripAdvisor Vacation Planner MCP Server
- Search for locations by name and category
- Get detailed information about specific locations
- Find nearby attractions, restaurants, and hotels
- View photos and reviews
- Interactive vacation planning prompt
Use cases of TripAdvisor Vacation Planner MCP Server
- Planning a complete vacation agenda from scratch
- Finding top-rated restaurants or hotels near a destination
- Gathering photos and reviews for a specific attraction
- Exploring what's nearby a given location
FAQ from TripAdvisor Vacation Planner MCP Server
What are the prerequisites to run this server?
Python 3.10 or higher, uv, a TripAdvisor API key, Claude Desktop, and the Google Maps MCP Server.
How do I get a TripAdvisor API key?
Obtain one from the TripAdvisor Developer Portal at developer.tripadvisor.com.
Why am I seeing 401 Unauthorized errors?
Your API key may be incorrect, or your IP address may not be whitelisted in the TripAdvisor Developer Portal.
What if Claude fails to complete?
You are likely using too many input tokens—the get_location_details_tool is usually the cause.
Do I need the Google Maps MCP Server to use this server?
Yes, it is listed as a prerequisite for the setup.
