
Travel Social Media App Redesign Case Study
Redesigning a travel-centric social media app
This case study highlights how Onix revitalized a travel social media app, implementing a dynamic rebranding strategy and enhancing the UX/UI for an engaging and authentic user experience.
Travel
Industry
3 specialists
Team size
USA
Location
1 month
Project duration
[ Business context ]
Trvlpage, a travel social media app, approached the Onix team seeking a transformation of their existing app.
The client's challenge was clear: create a trendy and clean social travel app design that fosters authentic content and a sense of community.
Trvlpage aimed to be a space where users could effortlessly share travel pictures and reviews without the need for filters and where recommendations would be honest and straightforward.
The key differentiator was the advice from a user's network of trusted individuals.
Despite having an existing app, Trvlpage desired a comprehensive overhaul, including rebranding and improvements to UX and UI.

The Onix team was responsible for:
Conducting a thorough analysis of Trvlpage's goals and user expectations
Developing a new logo and branding strategy that reflected the desired image of a trendy, clean, and community-oriented platform
Creating an improved user flow based on customer wishes and insights from competitor research
Designing a landing page that encapsulated Trvlpage's brand personality – enthusiastic, community-oriented, authentic, helpful, and reliable

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Understanding the user journey
To comprehensively address the user journey for Trvlpage, the Onix team meticulously examined the existing app's flow, conducting a thorough audit to identify pain points and enhance navigation.
Simultaneously, we delved into user feedback, extracting valuable insights to understand their experiences and expectations. This process aimed to eliminate bottlenecks and enhance user convenience, laying the foundation for a more intuitive and user-friendly Trvlpage.

Conducting competitive analysis
We thoroughly analyzed industry competitors, studying their strategies to engage users before and after their travel experiences. This involved analyzing features, user interfaces, and community-building aspects.
The goal was to create a platform that met and surpassed industry standards, offering users a distinctive and compelling experience.

Wireframing and prototyping
We developed high-fidelity wireframes reflecting improved user flow based on customer wishes and competitive research. These wireframes served as a blueprint for the app's structure, outlining the placement of critical features and the overall navigation.
Additionally, we created a clickable prototype that allowed stakeholders to visualize and interact with the proposed design, providing a tangible sense of the user experience. This process was instrumental in validating our design decisions and aligning the final product with Trvlpage's vision.

Branding overhaul
Beginning with a comprehensive analysis of Trvlpage's objectives and user expectations, we crafted a new logo and branding strategy that captures the essence of a stylish, uncluttered, and community-centric platform. The design process involved carefully considering color schemes, typography, and visual elements to evoke enthusiasm, friendliness, and authenticity.
This new branding was consistently applied across all design elements, ensuring a cohesive visual identity. The branding overhaul not only refreshed Trvlpage's visual appearance. It was pivotal in shaping Trvlpage's image, reinforcing its unique personality in the competitive landscape.

Cohesive visual identity
The application is centered around the theme of tourism. As such, we have incorporated green, yellow, and orange colors that resonate with the vibrancy and energy of the tourism sphere.
Additionally, pastel tones have been carefully chosen to accentuate warm relationships and foster a sense of mutual understanding. Pastels' soft and soothing nature complements the app's focus on creating a welcoming and harmonious environment for users, enhancing the overall experience of exploring and engaging with the world of travel.

Landing page design
In line with establishing a stylish, clean, and community-centric platform, we crafted a landing page to act as an engaging introduction for users.
The enthusiastic and friendly brand personality was carefully infused into the layout, emphasizing authenticity, helpfulness, and reliability. The landing page seamlessly integrates with the app design, ensuring a cohesive user experience. We carefully selected visuals, color schemes, and engaging content to reflect Trvlpage's identity and encourage user engagement.

Core technology stack we used
Figma prototype,
Figma,
Illustrator,
Photoshop
[ Results ]
The comprehensive design overhaul delivered transformative results for Trvlpage.
The revamped travel social network app design and landing page design significantly improved user engagement, providing a more intuitive and enjoyable experience.
Trvlpage's improved brand identity, defined by a fashionable, streamlined, and community-focused platform, received positive resonance from users.
The new travel-centric social media app design bolstered trust among users, cultivating an atmosphere conducive to genuine and supportive interactions.
The app effectively sets itself apart in the competitive market by highlighting trustworthy recommendations from reliable networks.






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FAQs
How much does it cost to redesign a travel-centric social media app from strategy to launch?
The cost typically ranges from $40,000 to $150,000+, depending on the scope, number of features, and platforms involved (iOS, Android, web). A full redesign usually includes product discovery, UX research, UI design, development, testing, and launch. Integrations with booking systems, maps, or social features can increase the budget. Starting with an MVP redesign helps validate improvements before investing in a full-scale rebuild.
What is the complete process for redesigning a travel-centric social media app to boost engagement and bookings?
The process usually starts with product discovery and UX research to identify user behavior, pain points, and conversion gaps. Next comes UX architecture, UI redesign, and prototyping, followed by usability testing and iterative improvements. Development, integrations (booking engines, maps, payments), and QA come next. The final stage includes launch, analytics setup, and ongoing optimization based on user feedback.
What is the best process to revitalize a stagnant travel social media app and boost active users?
First, analyze user analytics, retention metrics, and drop-off points to understand why engagement declined. Then redesign the core user journey, simplify navigation, and highlight features that drive interaction, such as trip sharing or recommendations. Introducing gamification, personalized feeds, and community features can also increase engagement. Continuous testing and feature iteration help maintain long-term user activity.
How can I revitalize my travel social media app to increase user-generated content and community growth?
Focus on making content creation fast, rewarding, and visible for users. Features like easy trip sharing, location tagging, social challenges, and curated travel feeds encourage users to post more content. Incentives such as badges, rankings, or featured posts can motivate participation. Strong moderation tools and community guidelines also help maintain a healthy and active travel community.
What is the typical process an agency follows for enhancing the UX and UI of a digital product?
Most agencies start with a UX audit and product discovery to identify usability issues and business goals. Next come user journey mapping, wireframing, and UI design to create a clearer, more intuitive interface. Prototypes are tested with real users to validate improvements before development. After implementation, analytics and A/B testing help refine the experience further.
How much does it cost to enhance the UX and UI of an existing mobile app to improve conversions?
UX/UI enhancement projects usually cost $10,000 to $50,000, depending on the product's complexity and the number of screens being redesigned. A basic UX audit and interface improvements are on the lower end, while a full redesign with new flows and interaction patterns costs more. The investment often pays off by improving user retention, engagement, and conversion rates. Many companies start with a UX audit to identify the most impactful improvements.
Where can I see case studies of successful projects redesigning travel-centric social media apps before hiring a vendor?
Most agencies showcase relevant projects in their portfolio, case studies section, or blog. These case studies typically describe the client’s challenge, the redesign process, technologies used, and measurable results such as increased engagement or bookings. Reviewing them helps you understand the agency’s design approach and industry expertise. You can also request additional examples during the discovery call.








