Project Overview

Traveling for the first time can feel overwhelming with passport rules, packing lists, seasonal tips, and even time zones can confuse new travelers. I designed and developed a centralized, easy-to-use travel guide to give first-time international travelers the confidence they need.

The site organizes essential information into a clear, step-by-step format that reduces confusion and increases preparedness.

My Role

UX Researcher • UX Designer • UI Designer • Front-End Developer

Tools

HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Figma, Photoshop

The Challenge

First-time travelers often rely on scattered information across government sites, travel blogs, and YouTube videos. I wanted to create a single resource that organizes everything travelers need into a clean, friendly, and reliable guide.

The Solution

A centralized travel platform with:

• Passport guide + form steps

• Packing checklist

• Seasonal traveling tips

• Time zone selector

• Clean UI designed for easy scanning

Process

1. Research

• Reviewed travel.gov and top travel blogs

• Noted common beginner questions:

  “What paperwork do I need?” “How do I pack?” “When should I fly?”

• Defined the core user goal: “Help me feel prepared.”

2. Wireframes

• Built a card-based layout to keep information modular and digestible

• Focused on readability and visual grouping

3. Visual Design

• Friendly, calm color palette for trust and simplicity

• Clear visual hierarchy

• Icon-driven sections for quick recognition

4. Development

• Built custom UI with HTML/CSS

• Implemented time zone selector with JavaScript

• Created dynamic content modules for each travel category

Outcomes

• Completed and launched a fully functional, intuitive travel guide

• Strengthened UX structuring and content hierarchy skills

• Created a scalable base for additional features (currency converter, visa checker)

What I’d Improve Next

• Add interactive packing list

• Include beginner itinerary templates

• Add user personalization (destinations, reminders)