Travel Nation
How our esteemed Drupal development team assisted our client with Drupal 7 to Drupal 9 migration for their legacy website.
The Business Needs
A deep dive into the client’s pain points.
Travel Nation, a leading travel agency, found itself in a pickle as their ancient website built with Drupal 7 & Drupal 7 will officially reach its End of Life on 5 January 2025. Therefore, they were looking for a reliable Drupal development company to help them migrate their website to the latest version.
Their basic needs include:
- Process the Drupal 7 to 9 migration skillfully.
- Execute the entire migration process effectively.
- Deliver the website with better performance and ease of administration.
About Our Client: Travel Nation, based in Brighton, they’re an independent round-the-world expert with decades of experience and an appetite for adventure. They understand that choosing a tour operator for a landmark trip is a big decision. Their friendly consultants are knowledgeable, and our pricing is fair, so your payment and trip plans are safe. They’ve been arranging amazing trips for satisfied customers since 2001.
Our Approach
See how our Drupal experts helped the client migrate their website to Drupal 9
Once the project onboarding process is completed, our foremost step is to conduct a meticulous analysis of the existing site, pinpointing any constraints or oversights that could impede the migration process. Following this scrutiny, we opted for a phased migration approach from Drupal 7 to 9, ensuring a systematic and seamless transition. Collaborating closely with the client, we elucidated the myriad benefits of the latest Drupal features, encompassing enhanced speed and superior performance, among others.
Once the client was fully briefed on the migration intricacies, we devised a strategic blueprint for execution. This necessitated assembling a proficient and seasoned team drawn from our extensive pool of Drupal development expertise and past migration endeavors. Comprising adept developers and bolstered by the inclusion of a dedicated quality analyst tasked with post-migration testing for performance, security, and manageability, our team was further complemented by a seasoned project manager to oversee seamless project orchestration.
The Solution
The journey of end-to-end Drupal 9 migration
To initiate the migration process, we conducted a comprehensive assessment of the content types present on the legacy website, devising a meticulous migration plan tailored to these specifications. Following this analysis, we meticulously curated a checklist encompassing all site modules to ensure a thorough migration scope. Subsequently, we commenced the migration journey by upgrading the Drupal version from 7 to 8, marking the completion of the initial phase of migration.
Transitioning seamlessly into the second phase, we commenced by safeguarding the existing website through comprehensive backup procedures. Armed with a pristine installation of Drupal 9, our seasoned team, well-versed in Drupal 9 migration practices, propelled the migration forward with adept proficiency. Methodically selecting the most suitable migration approach tailored to the site’s unique features and modules, we navigated through the migration process with unwavering efficiency.
A pivotal stage in the process entailed a meticulous content assessment to ensure a seamless migration trajectory. Identifying and eliminating redundant content pieces proved instrumental in streamlining the migration process, saving valuable time and resources. As the project drew to a close, we successfully migrated the website to the latest iteration of Drupal, achieving a significant milestone in the journey.
Striking Features
A bird’s eye view of top-notch features of our migrated website.
Clients Speak-Stories from our Clients
After delivering the website to the client, our client was ecstatic and shared the following:
Final Outcome
Would you like to know the outcome of the project? Let’s find out.
Following the seamless migration of their website from Drupal 7 to Drupal 9, our clients in the travel industry can expect a myriad of tangible outcomes. These include enhanced website performance, improved security measures, optimized user experience, streamlined content management, and increased scalability for future growth. With the latest features and functionalities of Drupal 9, our client’s website will be better equipped to meet the evolving needs of its audience, drive higher engagement and conversions, and maintain a competitive edge in the dynamic landscape of the travel industry.
