London Design Silver

2025

Explora Journeys: Leading UI and UX Innovation

Entrant Company

Explora Journeys

Category

User Experience Design (UX) - Best User Interface / Experience

Client's Name

Explora Journeys

Country / Region

Switzerland

A digital experience that invites, immerses and elevates.



Creativity / Concept / Idea:

Explora Journeys’ digital platform was conceived as a seamless fusion of refined luxury and intuitive digital craftsmanship. The project aimed to create an interface and user experience that not only presents complex travel offerings but does so with the calm elegance and emotional resonance of a boutique luxury hotel at sea. The design concept emphasizes fluidity, minimalism, and storytelling, crafting a unique “Ocean State of Mind” online.



Content / Brief / Objective / Planning / Execution:

The brief required a unified UI/UX solution that inspires, informs, and converts across diverse user groups — affluent travellers, travel advisors, and partners — while handling deep content complexity with grace. Meticulous planning involved journey mapping, persona research, and iterative usability testing to ensure clear paths from discovery to booking. Execution prioritised clean, purposeful interfaces supported by intelligent backend systems.



Visual / Design:

Visually, the platform embraces restraint and elegance: full-screen cinematic video, a refined colour palette inspired by sea and luxury interiors, spacious typography, and subtle interactive cues. The design balances emotional storytelling with clear functional zones, allowing users to explore voyages, suites, destinations, and experiences without overwhelm. Motion and transitions guide the eye while maintaining a serene experience.



Innovation / Functionality / Effectiveness:

The interface integrates sophisticated functionality—itinerary planning, suite comparisons, deck plans, and regional personalisation—without compromising simplicity. The UX carefully manages complexity, enabling personalised exploration and easy booking. This balance of depth and clarity is rare in luxury travel digital experiences.



Impact / Memorability:

User engagement metrics demonstrate extended session duration, increased conversion rates, and strong repeat visitation. Feedback highlights the platform’s ability to convey luxury and confidence digitally, making the journey feel luxurious long before guests board the ship. This digital experience sets a new standard in travel UI/UX.





Credits

Explora Journeys
Paul Smart
Explora Journeys
Amanda Rosito
Explora Journeys
Clément Guerin
Explora Journeys
Silvia Pagliarino
Explora Journeys
Gauthier Van Damme
Skywire
Louise Wittlin-Hart
Skywire
Tom Wittlin
Skywire
Eva Hoff
Skywire
Andreea Iliescu
Skywire
Howard Dean
Skywire
Ben Thompson
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