User-Centric Travel Experience Design for Qatar Airways

Suhail

Suhail Qureshi

Overview

This project aimed to enhance the digital journey for modern, tech-savvy families by designing a user-centric and sustainable travel experience through Qatar Airways' digital platforms. The focus was on empowering users to plan, book, and manage trips effortlessly using intuitive web and mobile interfaces. By aligning with Qatar Airways’ brand values of premium service and innovation, the solution emphasized convenience, environmental responsibility, and real-time communication—making travel smarter, smoother, and more family-friendly.

My Role

To better align with the brief of designing a landing page for millennials eager to explore destinations before traveling, I took a more empathetic approach through quick desk research and data analysis. Compared to Gen X and Boomers, millennials show distinct travel behaviors:
75% are willing to increase their travel budget.
82% are environmentally conscious, factoring sustainability into travel plans.
75% prefer installing travel apps on their smartphones.
Notably, 46% are more likely to spend on business class—a valuable insight for premium offerings.
These insights helped me better understand the millennial mindset, preferences, and travel patterns—forming the foundation for a user-centric and relevant design solution.

Problem Statement

Limited Time for Planning: A busy work schedule leaves little time to research destinations, compare options, or organize travel details, making trip planning feel overwhelming.
Balancing Family Needs: Finding accommodations and activities that cater to both adults and children—while also supporting sustainable travel—can be difficult.
Avoiding Travel Friction: Long layovers, complex itineraries, and confusing logistics make it hard to enjoy a smooth, stress-free travel experience.

Design Process

User Persona

Empathy Map

User Interview Questions

Blue Sky Thinking

Screens with Design Justification

Responsive View- Mobile & Desktop

Interaction Design

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Posted May 7, 2025

Elevating modern family travel through sustainable, intuitive digital solutions in line with Qatar Airways’ commitment to innovation and excellence.