variants
or travellers
as in tourists
a person who travels for pleasure
a company that offers guidebooks and maps for travelers
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Recent Examples of travelers
During the eighteenth century, travelers on the Grand Tour, completing their education in art and architectural history, made an obligatory stop in Paestum.
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Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
Reports came in from Morocco, Scotland and other countries that travelers expecting to travel to the USA for the tournament had their access to the country revoked at the last minute, costing them thousands – because nothing at this World Cup will come cheap.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 11 June 2026
For young travelers, Paintbox and Paintbox Petite are the resort’s exclusive clubs for children ages 5 to 12 and 2 to 5.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
In the heart of the Altstadt, a short walk from Marienplatz, another of Munich’s must-sees, Hofbrauhaus is a swirl of oompah music, clinking liters and travelers discovering that Bavarian exuberance doesn’t require a festival.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
For some travelers, that is worth the price.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
Sojern's data shows more than three-quarters of World Cup travelers plan to spend six to 12 nights at their destination.
—Contessa Brewer, CNBC, 10 June 2026
With now more than 1,000 luxury and lifestyle properties globally, Hilton delivers more aspirational choices to discerning travelers.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
Currently, travelers banned by one airline can often simply book with another carrier.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
Reports came in from Morocco, Scotland and other countries that travelers expecting to travel to the USA for the tournament had their access to the country revoked at the last minute, costing them thousands – because nothing at this World Cup will come cheap.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 11 June 2026
For young travelers, Paintbox and Paintbox Petite are the resort’s exclusive clubs for children ages 5 to 12 and 2 to 5.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
In the heart of the Altstadt, a short walk from Marienplatz, another of Munich’s must-sees, Hofbrauhaus is a swirl of oompah music, clinking liters and travelers discovering that Bavarian exuberance doesn’t require a festival.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
For some travelers, that is worth the price.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
Sojern's data shows more than three-quarters of World Cup travelers plan to spend six to 12 nights at their destination.
—Contessa Brewer, CNBC, 10 June 2026
With now more than 1,000 luxury and lifestyle properties globally, Hilton delivers more aspirational choices to discerning travelers.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
Currently, travelers banned by one airline can often simply book with another carrier.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for travelers
tourists
Noun
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The explosion occurred at the Erawan Shrine in the centre of Bangkok, an area popular with foreign tourists.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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Every year, between January and March, Samaná becomes the world center for humpback whale watching, attracting thousands of tourists interested in this incredible natural phenomenon.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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“Travelers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/travelers. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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