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A PROJECT REPORT
Submitted by
ISHA PATEL
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BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
CERTIFICATE
This is to certify that the project/internship report submitted along with the
Internship entitled Design and Implementation of a Travel and Tourism
Platform has been carried out by Isha Patel under my guidance in partial fulfillment
for the degree of Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology, 8th Semester
of Parul University, Vadodara during the academic year 2024-25.
DECLARATION
We hereby declare that the Internship report submitted along with the Internship
entitled Design and Implementation of a Travel and Tourism Platform submitted
in partial fulfillment for the degree of Bachelor of Technology in Information
Technology to Parul University, Vadodara, is a Bonafide record of original project
work carried out by me at Collabera Digital under the supervision of Ms. Tejal Patel
and that no part of this report has been directly copied from any student’s reports or
taken from any other source, without providing due reference.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We would like to take this moment to thank everyone who gave of their precious time, unwavering
support, and collaboration to make this project possible.
We owe an obligation of appreciation to our guide, Ms. Tejal Patel, an assistant professor of
engineering and technology and Ms. Krutika Patel, for her constant support and ongoing assistance
in the form of project workspace. We express our gratitude to Dr. Pooja Sapra, our Head of
Department, and Dr. Vipul Vekariya Sir, our principal, for providing us with the chance to work on
this project. We would also want to thank our friends for their many contributions to the success of
our endeavor. Their constant encouragement and direction enabled us to overcome the various
challenges and finish the project.
We see this as a great opportunity and a turning point in our professional lives. We'll endeavor to
enhance and make the greatest use of the knowledge and abilities we've acquired.
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ABSTRACT
The travel and tourism industry has witnessed a significant shift towards digital solutions, enabling
travellers to explore destinations and book services conveniently. This project focuses on the design
and implementation of a web-based platform that enhances user experience by providing a seamless
and interactive travel planning system. The platform allows users to browse various destinations,
view travel packages, and make bookings efficiently. With a visually appealing and responsive
design, the website ensures accessibility across different devices, making it an effective solution for
modern travellers.
The development process incorporates modern web technologies, including HTML, CSS, and
JavaScript, along with optimized UI/UX principles to improve navigation and engagement. The
website integrates essential features such as destination galleries, customer reviews, contact support,
and secure booking options, enhancing user trust and convenience. Additionally, performance
optimization techniques are applied to ensure fast loading speeds and a smooth browsing experience.
This platform aims to bridge the gap between travel service providers and users by offering a well-
structured, visually appealing, and efficient digital solution. By leveraging technology, the project
contributes to making travel planning more accessible and enjoyable while streamlining the booking
process. Future enhancements may include AI-based recommendations, real-time availability
tracking, and integration with third-party travel services to further improve the platform’s
functionality and user engagement.
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Table of Contents
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Chapter 4: System Design 12
4.1 System Design and Methodology 12
4.2 Data Dictionary 12
Chapter 5: Implementation 16
5.1 Implementation Platform/ Environment 16
5.2 Snapshots 16
5.3 Result Analysis 18
Chapter 6: Testing 19
6.1 Testing Planning 19
6.1.1 Testing Types 19
6.1.2 Testing Tools 19
6.1.3 Testing Process 19
6.1.4 Final Testing Report & Analysis 19
6.2 Test Result and Analysis 20
6.2.1 Test Cases 20
Chapter 7: Conclusion 21
7.1 Overall Analysis of Internship/ Project Viabilities 21
7.2 Dates of Continuous Evaluation 21
References 22
Appendixes 23
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List of Figures
Figure 3.4.2 Use Case Diagram of the Travel and Tourism Platform 10
Figure 3.4.3 DFD Level 0 Diagram of the Travel and Tourism Platform 11
Figure 5.2.3 Place Description Section of the Travel and Tourism Platform 17
List of Tables
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List of Symbols and Abbreviations
IT Information Technology
UK United Kingdom
QA Quality Assurance
OS Operating System
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CHAPTER-1 OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Collabera Digital is a global leader in digital talent solutions and engineering services, empowering
businesses to stay ahead in an ever-evolving technological landscape. For over 25 years, we have
been at the forefront of providing cutting-edge IT and digital talent services, direct placement and
career advisement, global remote talent, and comprehensive learning solutions. Our expertise enables
the Fortune 1000 and other enterprises worldwide to build, scale, and optimize their digital
capabilities efficiently.
Established in 2010, Collabera Digital has rapidly grown into a trusted name in the industry, helping
organizations navigate complex digital challenges through innovation, agility, and deep technical
expertise. Our presence spans 25 offices in 11+ countries across the Asia-Pacific and European
regions, supporting over 300+ clients, including Fortune 500 companies.
With a workforce of over 10,000 professionals, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation
and excellence. Our team of experts specializes in next-generation solutions that accelerate digital
transformation, optimize business operations, and drive sustained growth.
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1.2 ORGANISATION CHART
Civica is an international software business group that specializes in IT services and IT consulting.
The organization boasts a substantial capacity, with a workforce ranging between 5,001 to 10,000
employees. Established in 2001, Civica has its headquarters in London, UK.
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CHAPTER-2 INTRODUCTION OF PROJECT
This project focuses on developing a web-based platform for travel and tourism that enhances user
experience by providing a seamless and interactive travel planning system. The platform allows users
to browse destinations, view travel packages, and make bookings efficiently. It integrates essential
features such as destination galleries, customer reviews, contact support, and secure booking options.
The system incorporates modern web technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ASP.NET
Core, ensuring a visually appealing and responsive design for accessibility across various devices.
The project aims to bridge the gap between travel service providers and users by offering a structured,
user-friendly, and efficient digital solution. Future enhancements may include AI-based
recommendations, real-time availability tracking, and third-party service integration to improve
functionality and engagement.
2.2 PURPOSE
The primary purpose of this project is to develop a web-based Travel and Tourism Platform that
enhances the travel experience for users by providing an interactive and seamless booking system.
The platform aims to:
• Simplify Travel Planning: Allow users to browse destinations, view travel packages, and
book services efficiently.
• Improve Accessibility: Ensure a responsive design that works across various devices.
• Automate Processes: Streamline booking, payment, and customer support to reduce errors.
• Increase Business Efficiency: Provide travel agencies with a digital platform to manage
travel packages, customer inquiries, and transactions effectively.
• Ensure Security: Implement secure payment gateways and user authentication mechanisms
for safe transactions.
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2.3 OBJECTIVES
The primary objective of the internship at Civica is to provide practical exposure and hands-on
experience in software development, particularly focusing on the Horizon project. Through active
engagement with cutting-edge technologies such as ASP.NET Core 6.0, ASP.NET MVC and SQL
Server Management Studio, the internship aims to enhance technical proficiency and problem-
solving skills in a professional environment. Furthermore, the internship seeks to foster collaboration,
innovation, and continuous learning, preparing interns for successful careers in the software
development industry. By working on meaningful projects and interacting with experienced
professionals, interns are empowered to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios,
contribute to impactful solutions, and gain valuable insights into software development best practices.
2.4 SCOPE
The internship involves active participation in software development tasks for the Horizon project.
Interns will work with technologies spanning the .NET framework, including ASP.NET Core 6.0,
ASP.NET, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) for database management, and ADO.NET for
data access within the application. Additionally, interns will engage in version control using Git
within Azure DevOps. Responsibilities encompass coding, testing, and collaborating with cross-
functional teams on various project-related activities. The internship provides a structured learning
environment aimed at practical skill development in software development techniques and project
management methodologies.
2.5 TECHNOLOGY
The technologies for the Horizon project encompass an exploration of ASP.NET Core 6.0, ASP.NET
MVC and SSMS. It involves studying relevant documentation and articles to understand the
capabilities, best practices, and potential integration strategies of these technologies in the context of the
project’s requirements.
ASP.NET Core 6.0 is an open-source, cross-platform framework designed for modern web
development, offering high performance, scalability, and seamless integration with front-end
frameworks like Angular, React, and Blazor. It enhances developer productivity with built-in
dependency injection and a unified configuration system.
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2.6 PROJECT PLANNING
The development strategy for the Horizon project internship is centered around agile methodologies,
particularly utilizing frameworks like Scrum. Agile methodologies foster iterative development,
ongoing feedback loops, and the capability to adapt to evolving requirements. Opting for an agile
approach is warranted due to its capacity to improve teamwork, address potential risks, and provide
incremental benefits.
The internship development strategy for the Horizon project follows agile methodologies. The team
leader spearheads effort and time estimation by breaking down tasks into features, estimating their
durations, and allocating resources accordingly. Utilizing capabilities, tasks are categorized,
prioritized, and delegated to team members effectively. Time estimation is crucial for scheduling
tasks and optimizing resource allocation, while cost estimation accounts for expenses like personnel,
software licenses, and infrastructure. This approach aids in tracking progress, estimating effort, and
ensuring effective management of project timelines.
As a Software Developer Intern at Civica, working on the Horizon project, the roles and
responsibilities includes:
• Software Development:
o Writing code, implementing new features, and fixing bugs using ASP.NET Core 6.0
and ASP.NET MVC.
o Collaborating with team members to understand requirements and translate them into
technical solutions.
• Database Management:
o Working with SSMS to design and optimize database schemas, tables, and queries.
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• Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:
o Creating technical documentation, user guides, and release notes to assist stakeholders
in understanding the application functionalities.
o Embracing a growth mindset and actively contributing ideas and suggestions for process
improvements and optimization.
While the internship places a strong emphasis on individual contributions, mentorship plays a pivotal
role in navigating group dependencies. Industrial Mentor provides guidance and support for problem-
solving, facilitating the advancement of the project’s workflow. Collaboration with cross-functional
teams ensures effective resolution of dependencies and promotes cohesive project execution.
During my internship, which commenced on 1st December, 2024, I participated in various training sessions,
encompassing compliance and technical aspects. These sessions provided essential insights and prepared me
for project involvement. The scheduling ensured a gradual integration into the Horizon project, allowing
for a comprehensive understanding of its intricacies.
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CHAPTER-3 SYSTEM ANALYSIS
The current travel and tourism industry relies on a mix of manual processes and digital solutions, yet
many inefficiencies remain. While online booking platforms have made travel planning easier, several
systems still struggle with outdated methods and fragmented services. Tour package management is
often done manually or through basic digital tools that lack flexibility for real-time updates and
personalized recommendations. Booking and reservation systems are largely dependent on third-party
service providers, which can result in delays, miscommunication, and an inability to provide live
availability updates. Additionally, many businesses continue to use offline booking methods, making
the process slow, prone to errors, and inconvenient for customers.
Another significant challenge is customer management, as many travel businesses lack a proper
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to handle user data efficiently. Without a
centralized system, storing and retrieving customer information, including personal details, travel
history, and preferences, becomes fragmented and inefficient, making personalized recommendations
difficult. Similarly, the payment and billing process in many travel platforms still faces issues such as
security vulnerabilities, a lack of multiple payment gateways, and delays in processing refunds and
cancellations. Since user feedback plays a crucial role in the travel industry, having a reliable review
and feedback system is essential. However, many platforms struggle with fake or unverified reviews
due to a lack of proper moderation and authentication mechanisms, leading to trust issues among
travellers.
Despite advancements in digitalization, the existing travel and tourism systems suffer from
inefficiencies that negatively impact user experience and business operations. Many travel agencies still
rely on semi-manual processes for managing bookings, customer support, and itinerary planning, which
results in slow response times, errors in reservations, and delays in updating travel plans. Data
discrepancies are also a common issue, where poor integration between booking systems leads to
overbooking, incorrect pricing, and missing customer records, ultimately affecting user satisfaction.
Additionally, many platforms do not offer seamless remote access for customers and travel agents due
to a lack of mobile-friendly interfaces or cloud-based solutions, making it difficult for users to manage
their bookings on the go. Another major drawback is the lack of integration among different
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components of travel management, such as flight reservations, hotel bookings, and local transportation
services. These services often function separately without real-time synchronization, causing
inconsistencies in pricing and availability. Security risks further add to the problem, as handling
sensitive customer information and payment data requires strong security measures. Many platforms
still lack advanced encryption protocols, multi-factor authentication, and secure payment processing,
making them vulnerable to cyber threats such as data breaches, fraud, and phishing attacks.
To address these challenges, the new travel and tourism platform must integrate advanced technology
and automation to enhance efficiency, security, and user experience. Key processes like booking
confirmations, payment processing, and itinerary management should be automated to reduce errors
and improve responsiveness. AI-driven chatbots will provide instant customer support, while dynamic
pricing will adjust travel packages in real-time based on demand. A centralized database will
synchronize customer profiles, bookings, and transactions across flights, hotels, and local transport to
ensure consistency. The platform should feature a user-friendly, responsive interface for seamless
browsing and booking across devices. Integration with third-party APIs will enable real-time
availability and pricing updates. AI-powered personalization will enhance user recommendations, while
security measures like encryption, multi-factor authentication, and compliance with global data
standards will ensure safe transactions. By incorporating these features, the system will provide a
seamless, secure, and efficient travel planning experience.
The new travel and tourism platform will incorporate role-based access control, ensuring secure
access by assigning specific permissions based on user roles. Booking management will allow
seamless reservations for flights, hotels, and tour packages with real-time pricing and availability
updates. Users can efficiently plan their trips through itinerary management, enabling them to create,
modify, and track travel plans for a personalized experience. To enhance user engagement, customer
profile management will store preferences, past bookings, and travel history, enabling personalized
recommendations and loyalty rewards. The system will ensure seamless integration of modules,
facilitating smooth data exchange between payment processing, reservations, and customer support.
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3.4.1 Flow Chart of the Travel and Tourism Platform:
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3.4.2 Use Case Diagram of the Travel and Tourism Platform:
Figure 3.4.2 Use Case Diagram of the Travel and Tourism Platform
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3.4.5 DFD Level 0 Diagram of the Travel and Tourism Platform:
Figure 3.4.5 DFD Level 0 Diagram of the Travel and Tourism Platform
3.5.1 Hardware
The project utilizes a high-performance laptop to ensure smooth execution of development tasks, with
sufficient processing power, memory, and storage. Networking equipment, including routers and
high-speed internet, facilitates real-time data exchange between users and servers.
3.5.2 Techniques/Approaches
For development, the Agile methodology is employed, allowing flexibility, iterative improvements,
and collaboration among developers, designers, and stakeholders. Scrum practices ensure continuous
progress throughout the project lifecycle.
Key software tools include Visual Studio Code, a lightweight yet powerful IDE for web development,
and MySQL/PostgreSQL, a robust database management system for handling customer profiles and
transactions. Stripe and PayPal payment gateways are integrated to enable secure and seamless online
transaction.
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CHAPTER-4 SYSTEM DESIGN
The platform features a well-structured database with tables for users, customers, travel packages,
bookings, payments, destinations, and reviews, ensuring smooth data management. Role-based
access control secures the system, while encryption protects user data and transactions. The user-
friendly interface is designed for accessibility across devices, with seamless API integration for real-
time booking updates. Secure payment gateways support multiple transaction methods, ensuring a
smooth and efficient booking experience.
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2) Table Name: Customers
Primary Key: customer_id
Foreign Key: user_id
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4) Table Name: Payments
Primary Key: payment_id
Foreign Key: booking_id
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6) Table Name: Reviews
Primary Key: review_id
Foreign Keys: customer_id, package_id
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CHAPTER-5 IMPLEMENTATION
5.2 SNAPSHOTS
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Figure 5.2.2 Places Section of the Travel and Tourism Platform
Figure 5.2.4 Place Description Section of the Travel and Tourism Platform
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Figure 5.2.5 Blog Page of the Travel and Tourism Platform
The selection of ASP.NET and C# ensures a robust, scalable, and efficient platform for travel
management. The integration of SQL Server provides a secure and reliable database for handling user
data, bookings, and transactions. The frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap)
contribute to a modern, responsive, and user-friendly interface, enhancing the overall user experience.
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CHAPTER-6 TESTING
The testing phase ensures the platform's functionality, security, and performance through various
testing methods. Unit testing verifies individual components like user authentication and booking
confirmation, while integration testing ensures seamless interaction between modules and APIs.
System testing evaluates real-world user scenarios, including destination searches and payment
processing, while user acceptance testing (UAT) involves travel agents and customers to assess
usability. Security testing detects vulnerabilities like SQL injection and cross-site scripting, and
performance testing measures system responsiveness under heavy traffic.
Testing tools such as NUnit and xUnit for unit testing, Selenium for automation, JMeter for performance,
and OWASP ZAP for security were used. The process involved test case creation, execution across
multiple devices and browsers, defect logging in JIRA, and re-testing after issue resolution. Before
deployment, real-world testing with limited users will ensure final adjustments. A final test report will
document the number of test cases executed, pass/fail results, and issue resolution status.
The testing process begins with test case creation, where each functionality is documented with
expected inputs, outputs, and edge cases to ensure comprehensive coverage. Test execution follows,
where test cases are run across multiple environments, including desktop, tablet, and mobile devices,
ensuring cross-platform compatibility. Different browsers such as Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
are also tested for consistent performance.
The final testing report documents test case execution, pass/fail results, and issue severity. Most tests
passed successfully, ensuring smooth functionality, security, and performance. Minor UI/UX
improvements were made based on feedback, and defects were resolved through re-testing. The system
is now deployment-ready, with final optimizations for usability and reliability.
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6.2 TEST RESULT AND ANALYSIS
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8. Payment Payment should Payment Pass
1. Enter valid credit card
Processing be successful processed
details
successfully
2. Click Pay Now
3. Process payment
9. Invalid Error Message: Error Message Pass
1. Enter incorrect CVV
Payment "Invalid card displayed
or expired card
Details details" correctly
2. Click Pay Now
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CHAPTER-7 CONCLUSION
The Travel and Tourism Website project demonstrates high viability in addressing challenges faced
by both travelers and service providers. It aligns with the industry's objectives of enhancing customer
experience and many more. The system provides a seamless travel planning experience by integrating
user authentication, travel package management, payment processing, and customer reviews.
By leveraging ASP.NET, C#, and SQL Server, the system ensures scalability, security, and
efficiency. The platform successfully meets industry standards and has the potential for real-world
deployment to assist travel agencies and customers in making well-informed travel decisions.
Throughout the development phase, continuous evaluations were conducted to assess the progress of
different components of the project. These assessments ensured that the design, implementation, and
testing phases adhered to best practices.
Date Topics
01/12/2024 Evaluation of C# Programming
11/12/2024 Evaluation of SQL Queries
11/12/2024 Evaluation of C# Practical
20/12/2024 Evaluation of HTML, CSS, Bootstrap
05/01/2024 Evaluation of SQL Practical
15/01/2024 Evaluation of OOPS
25/01/2024 Evaluation of Ado.Net Integration
10/02/2024 Evaluation of API Integration
20/02/2024 Evaluation of Payment Gateway Security
05/03/2024 Evaluation of Final Testing
31/03/2024 Final Project Submission & Review
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