vacationists

/vəˈkeɪʃənɪsts/

NOUN

1. People who are on vacation

People who spend a period away from their usual work or daily activities for leisure, relaxation, recreation, or travel.

1.1. Tourists and leisure travelers

People who travel to another place for pleasure, sightseeing, exploration, or recreational activities during a vacation.

Synonyms

Examples

  • The resort town was abuzz with happy vacationists from around the world.
  • Seasoned vacationists appreciate the charm of off-the-beaten-path destinations.
  • The travel agency specializes in organizing group tours for adventurous vacationists.
  • Beachfront condos are popular choices among sun-seeking vacationists.
  • Ski resorts attract winter-loving vacationists seeking snowy adventures.

Related Words

  • pilgrims
  • rubberneckers
  • rubbernecks
  • snowbirds
  • sunseekers
  • transients
  • visitors
  • trekkers
  • explorers
  • wanderers

1.2. Guests at holiday accommodations

People staying temporarily at hotels, hostels, resorts, or other accommodation while enjoying a vacation.

Synonyms

  • guests
  • hostelers
  • hostellers

Examples

  • The resort town was abuzz with happy vacationists from around the world.

Related Words

  • lodgers
  • boarders
  • roomers
  • renters
  • sojourners
  • customers
  • clients
  • transients
  • visitors