# Tourcrib

> Tourcrib is a tourism and activity booking platform for the Caribbean, connecting travelers with local experiences, activities, and accommodations in Martinique and Guadeloupe.

## About

Tourcrib is an online marketplace where tourists can discover and book authentic local experiences in the French Caribbean. Hosts (local activity providers) list their offerings on the platform, and travelers can browse, book, and pay securely. The platform covers activities, points of interest, accommodations, and beaches.

## Core Offerings

### Activities & Experiences
Travelers can browse and book a wide range of local activities and experiences including water sports, cultural tours, nature excursions, culinary experiences, and more. Each activity listing includes descriptions, photos, availability calendars, pricing, reviews, and location details.

### Points of Interest
A curated directory of must-visit attractions, restaurants, and landmarks across Martinique and Guadeloupe, with detailed information and location mapping.

### Accommodations
Lodging listings including hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodation options throughout the Caribbean destinations.

### Beaches
A dedicated beach guide with detailed listings of beaches across Martinique and Guadeloupe.

### Blog & Travel Guides
Editorial content including travel tips, destination guides, and local insights to help travelers plan their Caribbean trips.

## Destinations

- **Martinique** — Primary destination with activities, POIs, accommodations, and beaches
- **Guadeloupe** — Secondary destination with similar coverage

## How It Works

### For Travelers
1. Browse activities by destination, category, or search
2. View activity details, availability, and reviews
3. Select dates and number of participants
4. Book and pay securely via Stripe (credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay)
5. Receive booking confirmation and communicate with the host
6. Leave a review after the experience

### For Hosts
1. Create a host account and complete Stripe Connect onboarding
2. List activities with descriptions, photos, pricing, and availability
3. Receive and manage booking requests
4. Get paid via Stripe transfers after confirmed bookings

### Affiliate Program
Partners can join the affiliate program to promote activities and earn commissions on referred bookings.

## Key Pages

### English

- [Home](https://tourcrib.com/en) — Main landing page
- [Activities in Martinique](https://tourcrib.com/en/martinique/what-to-do) — Browse all activities
- [Activities in Guadeloupe](https://tourcrib.com/en/guadeloupe/what-to-do) — Browse all activities
- [What to Visit in Martinique](https://tourcrib.com/en/martinique/what-to-visit) — Points of interest
- [Accommodations in Martinique](https://tourcrib.com/en/martinique/accomodations) — Lodging options
- [Beaches in Martinique](https://tourcrib.com/en/martinique/beaches) — Beach guide
- [Blog](https://tourcrib.com/en/blog/) — Travel articles and guides
- [Search](https://tourcrib.com/en/search) — Global search across all listings
- [Map](https://tourcrib.com/en/map) — Interactive map of activities and POIs
- [Become a Host](https://tourcrib.com/en/go) — Host signup landing page
- [Contact Us](https://tourcrib.com/en/contact-us) — Contact form
- [Help Center](https://tourcrib.com/en/help-center) — FAQs and support

### Français

- [Accueil](https://tourcrib.com/) — Page d'accueil
- [Activités en Martinique](https://tourcrib.com/martinique/what-to-do) — Toutes les activités
- [Activités en Guadeloupe](https://tourcrib.com/guadeloupe/what-to-do) — Toutes les activités
- [Que visiter en Martinique](https://tourcrib.com/martinique/what-to-visit) — Points d'intérêt
- [Hébergements en Martinique](https://tourcrib.com/martinique/accomodations) — Options de logement
- [Plages de Martinique](https://tourcrib.com/martinique/beaches) — Guide des plages
- [Blog](https://tourcrib.com/blog/) — Articles et guides de voyage
- [Recherche](https://tourcrib.com/search) — Recherche globale
- [Carte](https://tourcrib.com/map) — Carte interactive des activités et points d'intérêt
- [Devenir hôte](https://tourcrib.com/go) — Page d'inscription pour les hôtes
- [Contactez-nous](https://tourcrib.com/contact-us) — Formulaire de contact
- [Centre d'aide](https://tourcrib.com/help-center) — FAQ et support

## Languages

The platform is available in French and English, with URL-based locale switching (`/fr` and `/en`).

## Payments

All payments are processed securely through Stripe, supporting credit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. Hosts receive payouts via Stripe Connect.

## Technical Stack

- Ruby on Rails backend with PostgreSQL database
- Vue.js frontend components
- Algolia-powered search
- Google Maps integration for location-based browsing
- Prismic.io headless CMS for editorial content
- Stripe Connect for marketplace payments