globe-trotter

noun

globe-trot·​ter ˈglōb-ˌträ-tər 

: a person who travels widely

globe-trotting

ˈglōb-ˌträ-tiŋ 

noun or adjective

Examples of globe-trotter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

From a design-forward city escape to an eco-friendly island retreat (and a uniquely historic getaway coming soon), discover what Patina can offer globe-trotters interested in a transformative way of traveling through life and through the world. — Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026

The Midnight Sun House has all the amenities a 21st-century globe-trotter could want, including an in-ground heated pool, a hot tub, a pool house that accommodates four guests (for an additional fee), and a desert picnic area. — Jessica Cherner, Architectural Digest, 5 June 2026

Fortunately, savvy globe-trotters have options in getting a good deal, room upgrade, or benefits, even when booking independent hotels. — Katherine Fan, AFAR Media, 8 Jan. 2026

Unlike Colombia’s Caribbean coast and coffee region, the Chocó district in which Bahía Solano lies has yet to be discovered by globe-trotters. — Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2025

Ahead of each season, the Reluctant Traveler production team scouts out possible locations for the Emmy-winning actor, comedian and nervous globe-trotter to visit. — Christy Piña, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Mar. 2024

This year’s list of 52 Places to Go from The New York Times Travel desk features destinations for every kind of globe-trotter. — Times Insider Staff, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2024

Before his turn in the sci-fi film, however, Mescal played a teenager inspired to see the world after his father informs him that the sons of Denny founder, Henry Denny, were globe-trotters who taught people how to cure bacon. — Jessica Wang, EW.com, 16 Aug. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for globe-trotter

• imprimatur
• underwater
• auteur
• blotter
• cotter
• daughter
• hotter
• mater
• otter
• plotter
• rotter
• slaughter