Dev Log
Consumer
Building LargeKite Travel
Plan your dream trip in seconds.
Architecture
Users pick a destination, travel style, budget, and preferences via a conversational form. The backend generates a full day-by-day itinerary using AI, enriched with real Google Places data (ratings, photos, hours). A drag-and-drop planner lets users reorder activities, and a route optimizer minimizes travel time. Plans export to PDF with maps.
Tech Stack
Plan a Trip
largekitetravel.com/
Build Timeline
Destination database + trip builder form
Created a curated database of 30+ city destinations with hero images, audience targeting (family, couple, solo, adventure, luxury), and budget tiers. Built the conversational trip builder form with autocomplete city search, pill selectors for travel style and budget, and preference hints for quick customization.
AI itinerary generation with Google Places
Integrated Google Places API for real ratings, photos, and operating hours. The AI generates structured day-by-day itineraries with morning, afternoon, and evening activities — each enriched with place data. Added a comparison view so users can evaluate alternatives side-by-side.
Drag-and-drop planner + route optimization
Built a drag-and-drop day planner where users can rearrange activities across days. Implemented route optimization that minimizes total travel time between stops. Added PDF export with embedded maps, daily schedules, and place details for offline use during trips.