WanderLust is a full-stack web application that allows users to explore, search, and list vacation rentals from around the world. Built with Node.js, Express, MongoDB, and EJS, it includes features like authentication, reviews, image uploads, and map integration.

[👉 https://wanderlust-1-bppj.onrender.com/listings]
(Note: First load may take a few seconds on free hosting)

• User registration and login (authentication)
• Create, update, and delete rental listings (CRUD)
• Search rentals by title or location
• Upload listing images with Cloudinary
• Map integration using Leaflet + OpenStreetMap
• Leave reviews on listings
• Flash messages for errors and success
• Responsive UI using Bootstrap

• Backend: Node.js, Express.js
• Database: MongoDB (via MongoDB Atlas)
• Templating Engine: EJS + EJS-Mate
• Styling: Bootstrap 5
• Map API: Leaflet.js + LocationIQ (or Mapbox)
• Image Hosting: Cloudinary
• Authentication: Passport.js
• Validation: Joi

Follow the steps below to run the Wanderlust project on your local machine.

1. Clone the Repository https://github.com/pratikKenjale/WanderLust

2. Open Project Directory (Open the project folder in VS Code and navigate to it using the terminal): cd WanderLust

3. Install Dependencies: npm install

4. Start the Server: nodemon app.js

5. Open in Browser (Open your browser and visit): http://localhost:8080/listings