vacationing
Away for pleasure
Vacationing is taking a vacation—traveling or spending time away from work for rest and recreation.
The word is more common in American English; British speakers prefer holidaying.
They're vacationing in Mexico this week.
She spent summers vacationing at the family lake house.
Sanctuary or withdrawal
- unwindingReleasing coiled tension
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
- tranquilityUndisturbed peacefulness
- serenityUndisturbed mental quietude
respite · downtime · lounging · decompressing · spa · hammock · poolside · beach
Intended arrival point
- journeyTravel from place to place
- flightAerial journey by aircraft
- cruiseLeisurely ocean voyage
- voyageJourney by sea
globetrotting · jetting · overseas · international · domestic · transit · layover · connecting
Visiting places of interest
- landmarksDistinctive, recognizable locations
- monumentsStructures commemorating notable achievements
- guidebookReference for travelers
- souvenirsObjects preserving travel memories
museums · attractions · tour · photography · heritage · culture · architecture · historical
Government-issued travel credential
- visaTravel authorization stamp
- bookingAdvance arrangement secured
- reservationAdvance arrangement to hold
- accommodationShelter or housing provided
luggage · packing · itinerary · hotel · hostel · Airbnb · check-in · checkout
Organized exploratory journey
- safariWildlife observation journey
- trekkingLong-distance foot travel
- backpackingSelf-supported wilderness travel
- exploringTraveling to learn firsthand
discovery · hiking · diving · snorkeling · kayaking · rafting · zip-lining · bungee
Locomotion through water
- campingOutdoor recreational lodging
- fishingCatching aquatic creatures
- skiingSnow sport on runners
- surfingRiding waves standing up
cycling · sailing · golfing · snorkeling · tennis · paddleboarding · parasailing · windsurfing
retreat
Sanctuary or withdrawal
- unwindingReleasing coiled tension
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
- tranquilityUndisturbed peacefulness
serenity · respite · downtime · lounging · decompressing · spa · hammock · poolside · beach · resort
destination
Intended arrival point
voyage · globetrotting · jetting · overseas · international · domestic · transit · layover · connecting · boarding
sightseeing
Visiting places of interest
- landmarksDistinctive, recognizable locations
- monumentsStructures commemorating notable achievements
- guidebookReference for travelers
souvenirs · museums · attractions · tour · photography · heritage · culture · architecture · historical · itinerary
passport
Government-issued travel credential
- visaTravel authorization stamp
- bookingAdvance arrangement secured
- reservationAdvance arrangement to hold
accommodation · luggage · packing · itinerary · hotel · hostel · Airbnb · check-in · checkout · airport
expedition
Organized exploratory journey
- safariWildlife observation journey
- trekkingLong-distance foot travel
- backpackingSelf-supported wilderness travel
exploring · discovery · hiking · diving · snorkeling · kayaking · rafting · zip-lining · bungee · paragliding
swimming
Locomotion through water
surfing · cycling · sailing · golfing · snorkeling · tennis · paddleboarding · parasailing · windsurfing · scuba
- pastimeshobbies, amusement, puzzles, cards, crafting
- family lifebirth, kinship, childbirth, pregnancy, new baby
- good timeshaving fun, partying, celebrating, playing, laughing
vacationingworking
In active function
laboring · toiling · on the job · on duty · working overtime
vacationingstaying home
Not going out
homebound · staying put · at home · settled · housebound
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