Voyago: The Smartest Way to Explore, Plan, and Travel!

BuildBit engineered Voyago’s AI-powered travel assistant, redefining smart exploration and seamless trip planning in just 2 months.

IndustryEntertainment, E-Ticketing
Project durationApril 2024 - June 2024
CountrySpain
Team6 members
Technologies
FlutterFlutter
NodeJSNodeJS
FigmaFigma
GithubGithub
FirebaseFirebase
About the project

Voyago is a smart travel companion app designed to make exploring new places fun, effortless, and interactive. Whether you’re planning a solo adventure, a group trip, a romantic date night, or a party, Voyago helps you discover exciting locations by swiping through curated destinations. From hidden gems to popular hotspots. Voyago ensures you never run out of places to explore. With intuitive planning features, smart recommendations, and seamless group coordination, traveling has never been this engaging and hassle-free.

Project goals ⚡️
  • Provide users with a simple swipe-based interface to discover and bookmark exciting destinations.
  • Enable users to create, customize, and share travel plans, whether for solo trips or group outings.
  • Make it easy for friends and groups to plan trips together, vote on destinations, and sync itineraries.
  • Use AI-powered insights to suggest locations based on user preferences, past trips, and trends.
  • Foster a community-driven travel experience where users can share reviews, tips, and experiences.
Challenges 🏔
01Ensuring accurate, up-to-date, and diverse location listings across different regions.
02Providing tailored recommendations without limiting users to predictable or repetitive choices.
03Developing smooth real-time interactions for group planning, voting, and itinerary sharing.
Clients feedback
client-profile
Clara DelaneyCo-Founder & Chief Experience Officer, Voyago
BuildBit didn’t just build an app—they unlocked a new way to fall in love with travel.

When we dreamed up Voyago, we wanted to turn travel planning from a chore into an adventure—a platform where spontaneity meets discovery. But how do you translate the magic of stumbling upon a hidden café in Paris or a secluded beach in Bali into an app? Playway didn’t just answer that question—they turned it into an art form. From our first brainstorm, Playway’s team leaned into the joy of exploration. They proposed the ‘swipe-to-discover’ feature, which felt like Tinder for travel—playful, addictive, and perfectly tailored to Gen Z wanderlust. But they didn’t stop there. They built smart recommendation algorithms that learn your vibe: cozy bookshops for solo trips, rooftop bars for date nights, and even crowd-pleasing spots for group trips where no one can agree. I’ll never forget the beta test. A user in Lisbon swiped right on a ‘mystery destination’ feature Playway suggested—it led her to a family-owned fado house tourists never find. Her reaction video went viral, and suddenly, Voyago wasn’t just an app—it was a movement. What sets Playway apart? They get people. When we struggled with group coordination, they designed a real-time voting system where friends can debate destinations in-app—with GIFs and polls. No more endless WhatsApp threads. And their "off-the-grid" mode? A game-changer for adventurers craving unplugged escapes. Playway didn’t just code features—they crafted stories. Investors now call Voyago the ‘Netflix of travel,’ but to me, it’s something deeper: a passport to serendipity. To the Playway team—your creativity, grit, and refusal to settle for ‘good enough’ turned our wildest ideas into a app that’s redefining how the world explores. Thank you for making every journey feel like the first chapter of an epic novel.

The process 🚧

Voyago was crafted through a collaborative, iterative process, uniting engineers, UX designers, travel experts, and data analysts to build a seamless, engaging travel companion app. By diving deep into market research and user studies, we uncovered how travelers discover destinations, plan trips, and coordinate with friends—shaping a platform tailored to their needs. Powered by AI-driven recommendations and real-time trip planning, Voyago delivers personalized destination suggestions and effortless itinerary management. Through continuous user feedback, rigorous testing, and optimization, we’ve refined the app to enhance navigation, group planning, and discovery features. With cross-functional collaboration, data-driven insights, and relentless innovation, Voyago has become the ultimate travel platform—intuitive, social, and smart—making it easier than ever to explore, plan, and experience new destinations.

Stages 🎢
01
Market Research & Concept Development

Extensive research was conducted to understand travel habits, user preferences, and pain points in trip planning. The concept was refined based on surveys and competitor analysis to ensure Voyago solves real-world travel challenges.

02
UI/UX Design & Prototyping

A minimalistic, swipe-based interface was designed to ensure a fun and engaging user experience. Interactive prototypes were developed to test usability, navigation flow, and visual appeal, focusing on easy trip planning and group coordination.

03
Backend & Database Development

A Node.js (Express.js) backend was built to manage location data, trip details, and user interactions. MongoDB was used for scalable data storage, while APIs were developed to fetch real-time travel insights and user-generated content.

04
Mobile App Development

Using React Native, Voyago was built for iOS and Android, ensuring a smooth and responsive experience. Features like swipe-based discovery, trip bookmarking, group chat, and itinerary sharing were implemented with a focus on real-time interaction.

05
Testing & User Feedback

Comprehensive unit, integration, and beta testing ensured the app performed well under different use cases. Beta testers provided insights to refine travel recommendations, improve navigation, and enhance real-time group planning features.

06
Deployment & Continuous Updates

Voyago was launched on the App Store and Google Play, backed by real-time monitoring and continuous improvements. Data-driven optimizations, user engagement strategies, and new feature rollouts ensure ongoing app enhancement.

Results
AI-Powered Court Booking & Matchmaking Engine

Developed a real-time court reservation system with AI-driven player matching, analyzing skill levels, availability, and playstyle preferences. Features include instant booking confirmations, automated waitlists for peak hours, and smart suggestions for local tournaments. Reduced average booking time by 70% and increased player retention through personalized match alerts.

Smart Player Verification & Scheduling System

Built a secure scheduling hub with geolocation-based court availability, fraud-resistant booking validation, and dynamic session planning. Integrated NFC check-ins, skill-tiered matchmaking, and anti-no-show penalties (e.g., automated refunds for last-minute cancellations). Cut scheduling conflicts by 50% and boosted user trust with verified player profiles.

Community-Driven Performance Dashboard

Launched a player analytics dashboard tracking progress, coaching session milestones, and competitive stats. Features include AI-generated improvement plans, social leaderboards for local leagues, and in-app coaching session bookings. Increased user engagement by 45% and streamlined coach-athlete collaboration with real-time feedback tools.

Team composition 👨‍💻
Full stack DevelopersDevOps EngineersQA EngineerProject ManagerUI/UX designerTech Lead
Technology stack ⚙️
Front-End
Next.js (React.js) – High-performance, SEO-optimized web interface for smooth navigation and destination discovery
Back-End
Node.js (Express.js) – Scalable API and real-time data processing for travel recommendations and bookings
Mobile App
Flutter – Cross-platform iOS & Android development for seamless travel planning and swiping experience
Database
postGres – Structured data management for user preferences, saved destinations, and travel history
Maps & Location Services
Google Maps API, Mapbox – Geolocation-based destination discovery and navigation
Authentication
Firebase Auth, OAuth 2.0 – Secure user login, social authentication, and access control
Payments
Stripe, Razorpay – Secure transactions for premium features, reservations, and travel bookings
Hosting & Infrastructure
AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda) – Scalable cloud hosting for smooth performance and real-time updates
Real-Time Features
WebSockets, Firebase Realtime Database – Live travel updates, group planning, and trip coordination
AI & Personalization
TensorFlow, OpenAI – AI-driven travel recommendations and user behavior analysis
DevOps & Monitoring
Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions – CI/CD automation and system reliability
Security
JWT, SSL Encryption – Secure transactions, user authentication, and data protection
Core features 💻
Voyago Guide
Voyago Guide
  • Onboarding Tutorials: Simplifies app setup with quick, guided walkthroughs.
  • Feature Highlights: Explores tools through step-by-step demos.
  • First-Time Tips: Showcases key benefits for new users.
Plan Family Trips
Plan Family Trips
  • Shared Itineraries: Collaborate with family on travel plans.
  • Kid-Friendly Picks: Share preferences for child-safe activities.
  • Budget Sync: Track schedules and expenses in one place.
Start a Group
Start a Group
  • Instant Group Setup: Create travel groups with custom names.
  • Easy Invites: Share links via email or social media.
  • Trip Goals: Set preferences like budget or destinations upfront.
Build Your Bucket List
Build Your Bucket List
  • Dream Destinations: Save locations with notes and photos.
  • AI Suggestions: Get personalized recommendations.
  • Progress Tracker: Check off experiences as you go.
Join or Create Groups
Join or Create Groups
  • Public/Private Groups: Browse or start your own.
  • Role Assignment: Assign planners or budget trackers.
  • Real-Time Updates: Share polls and announcements instantly.
Flexible Chat Options
Flexible Chat Options
  • Multi-Format Chat: Switch between text, voice, or video.
  • Media Sharing: Send photos, maps, or links in conversations.
  • Custom Notifications: Mute or prioritize alerts as needed.
Group Location Tracker
Group Location Tracker
  • Live Sharing: See member locations in real time.
  • Meetup Pins: Mark spots for easy coordination.
  • Safety Alerts: Get notified when friends arrive safely.
Smart Maps & Live Weather
Smart Maps & Live Weather
  • GPS Navigation: Access accurate, turn-by-turn routes.
  • Weather Updates: Check live forecasts for destinations.
  • Offline Maps: Save routes for areas with no internet.
AI Trip Planner
AI Trip Planner
  • Wishlist Dashboard: Save and organize dream locations.
  • Auto-Itineraries: Generate plans based on your interests.
  • Group Feedback: Share drafts for input before finalizing.
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