Traveling to new destinations can often be overwhelming for tourists due to the lack of accessible and personalized information about local attractions, accommodations, and events. Tourists frequently struggle to find reliable recommendations for entertainment spots, places to stay, and upcoming events, leading to a less enjoyable travel experience. Additionally, local businesses often face challenges in attracting tourists, resulting in missed opportunities for growth.

By developing a smart travel app that provides real-time, location-based recommendations and integrates with local businesses, we can simplify travel planning for tourists while boosting visibility and customer engagement for local businesses. This triangular business model will create a win-win situation for both tourists and local enterprises.

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Frontend	React Native	TypeScript	JavaScript	CSS
Backend	Node.js	Fast Api	Python	Firestore
APIs & Services	Ticketmaster API	Firebase	Firebase Auth	GeoAPIfy
Tools	Git	GitHub	Jira	VS Code

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To get the project up and running locally, follow these steps:

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/Kaleemunnisa/CS691-Spring2025-Team6.git
   cd CS691-Spring2025-Team6

2. Install dependencies:

   For the frontend (Expo/React Native):

   cd frontend
   npm install

3. Set up Firebase:

   • Create a Firebase project at Firebase Console.
   • Set up Firebase Authentication and Firestore as per the instructions in the Firebase documentation.
   • Add your Firebase config details in your project. firebaseConfig.js

4. Start Expo Development Server:

   • Go to the frontend directory and run:

   cd frontend
   npx expo start

   This will start the Expo development server, and you'll see a QR code in the terminal or a link to open the app in the Expo Go app on your phone or in a simulator.

   • If you don't have the Expo Go app installed, you can download it from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).
   • Alternatively, you can run the app in an iOS simulator or Android emulator.

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• You only need to install Expo CLI and run npx expo start to start the frontend.
• Expo Go will be used for testing the app on your device.
• If you’re using Expo Managed Workflow, there’s no need for a physical Android/iOS device for testing, as it works with simulators or Expo Go on any device.

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