Project Proposal: Travel Diaries

Mission of the Site

The site's mission is to share and blog my experiences/personal reflections from my travels. The site aims to inspire wanderlust and provide a cute and comforting environment for people to read my blog.

Audience for Site

  1. ravel Enthusiasts: Individuals who are passionate about exploring new places and cultures.
  2. Prospective Travelers: People planning trips to China, Hawaii, Vietnam, or Taiwan and seeking inspiration or practical guidance.
  3. Cultural Explorers: Readers interested in learning about traditions, history, and everyday life in these destinations.
  4. Personal Connections: Friends, family, and acquaintances who wish to follow my journey.
  5. Content Creators: Bloggers, photographers, or writers looking for creative travel inspiration.

Content for Site

  1. Travel Journals:
  2. China: Experiences at iconic landmarks like the Great Wall and Forbidden City, local cuisines, and outdoor activities.
    3. Different locations: Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Macau, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Chongqing, Changsha With extra time: Hawaii: Adventures on tropical beaches, hiking trails, and insights into Hawaiian traditions. Vietnam: Reflections on bustling markets, serene countryside, and unique cultural encounters. Taiwan: Stories of night markets, temple visits, and modern urban life in Taipei.
  3. Travel Tips: Recommendations on accommodations, dining, transportation, and budgeting.Must-visit attractions and hidden gems.
  4. Photo Galleries: Images showcasing landscapes, architecture, food, and people.
  5. Interactive Maps: Highlighting travel routes and key locations from each trip. (?!?)
  6. Personal Reflections: Narratives that share emotional and personal takeaways from the travels.

Graphics for the Site

  1. Banner Images: High-quality banner images of iconic locations from each destination.
  2. Photo Albums: Organized by location and theme, including city view, food, and personal shots.
  3. Infographics: Travel itineraries, packing lists, and key statistics about each destination.
  4. Icons: Thematic icons representing each region
  5. Interactive Visuals: Hover effects on maps and images for additional context or captions.
  6. Videos: Short clips capturing memorable moments like scenic views or cultural performances.

Notes on Overall Design

  1. Visual Style: A cutsey and comforting aesthetic inspired by a scrapbook vibe. Handwritten-style fonts for headers to evoke a personal and whimsical touch. Pastel color schemes with soft pinks, blues, greens, and yellows to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Decorative elements like stickers, washi tape borders, and doodles around images and sections.
  2. Navigation: User-friendly menu structure categorizing content by location and then by topic, but make it a long scroll. making the topic navigator navigate to the header. Search functionality for quick access to specific articles or tips.
  3. Typography: A mix of handwriting fonts like Cake Fantasy demo from CalligraphyFonts Emphasis on readability and a welcoming tone.
  4. Mobile Responsiveness: Fully optimized for mobile devices to ensure accessibility on the go, hopefully?
  5. Interactivity: Comment sections for readers to share their thoughts and experiences. Link navigation and header menu for easy navigation
  6. Aesthetic Balance: Ample white space to avoid clutter, but enough elements to make it cute and comfy Consistent design elements like borders, padding, and alignment for a cohesive look.