Next-Gen MERN-Based Travel Booking Platform

This research paper outlines the design and development of a Tour and Travel Booking Portal—a web-based platform that streamlines the process of discovering, booking, and managing travel packages. Users can explore curated itineraries, make secure bookings, and receive personalized receipts. The system features user authentication, real-time package browsing, integrated payments, and role-based dashboards for vendors and administrators. This model is developed using React.js, Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB. The portal prioritizes scalability, responsive design, and user engagement through a built-in chatbot. Comprehensive testing confirmed its efficiency in package exploration, booking management, and centralized data handling. This work demonstrates the practical use of full-stack development in the tourism sector and sets the stage for future enhancements like mobile apps, analytics, and multilingual support.