
Designing a more inspirational package holiday experience for the modern traveler
PROJECT OVERVIEW:
Client: TUI
My Role: UX/UI Design, Research, Prototyping
Timeline: 2023, Stockholm
Tools: Figma, Miro
Project Team: Fredrik Palmebäck & Alexandra Sanzobar
CHALLENGE:
TUI’s package holiday booking process felt functional but uninspiring.
How might we reimagine the booking journey to feel more personalized, aspirational, and flexible — while still offering the reliability travelers expect from TUI?
PROCESS:
Research → Insights
Conducted interviews with target group The Curious.
Learned that for shorter trips, travelers wanted to pre-book activities, while for longer holidays they valued flexibility and exploration.
→ Insight: Travelers seek a balance of reliability and freedom.
Ideation → Concept
Developed a search and booking flow highlighting experiences and activities.
Personalized recommendations based on user interests.
Design → Mockups
Inspirational design language with strong imagery.
Simplified booking steps with transparent pricing and options.
Prototypes showcasing activity filtering, inspirational landing pages, and personalized results.
RESULT
A redesigned concept that shifts TUI’s booking flow from transactional to inspirational.
Supports both shorter and longer holidays by balancing structure and freedom.
Strengthens TUI’s positioning as both trustworthy and modern.