Website
Rainforest

Overview
This is a premium adventure travel website for curated riverboat and small-ship cruises. It highlights expert-crafted journeys, showcases exotic destinations (Amazon, Peru, Galápagos, Vietnam, etc.), promotes signature expeditions and “bucket list” trips, builds trust with press mentions and traveler reviews, and captures leads through inquiry search + newsletter signup.
The Challenge
1. Selling high-ticket travel with trust
Luxury/adventure travel needs instant credibility and a premium feel, otherwise users won’t inquire.
2. Helping users discover the right trip fast
Visitors come with different intents (destination-first, cruise-type, bucket list, dates), so navigation must be clear and quick.
3. Making exploration feel inspiring but structured
The site must balance strong visuals with organized content so users don’t get lost in long scrolling.
4. Converting browsing into inquiries
Most travel sites struggle to turn “dreaming” into “booking.” CTAs and lead capture must be placed at the right moments.
5. Communicating value: experts, private guides, tailor-made trips
The brand promise needs to be explained simply and confidently without heavy text.
Our Solution
1. Premium hero + clear search entry point
We designed a strong hero section with destination-focused messaging and a quick search/inquiry bar to start planning immediately.
2. Destination-first discovery system
We created an “Exotic Destinations” grid so users can browse by location visually and jump into relevant trips fast.
3. Curated trip collections for decision-making
We added “Expedition Cruises” and “Bucket List” sections to guide users to best-sellers and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
4. Trust-building throughout the page
We included press logos and traveler reviews in high-visibility sections to reduce hesitation and increase inquiries.
5. Clear conversion points without being salesy
We placed CTAs naturally across key sections (destinations, expeditions, bucket list, newsletter) to convert interest into leads.
6. Consistent luxury design system
We used a calm, nature-inspired layout, premium typography, and clean spacing to match a high-end travel brand and keep the experience elegant and readable.
Project Details
Timeline
3 weeks
Key Results
- 100k+ monthly visitors
Technologies
PHP
WordPress
