Travel Vocabulary

About Travel Vocabulary

Test your knowledge of travel-related words and phrases! Travel Vocabulary packs 15 multiple-choice questions with a mix of 5 easy, 5 medium, 5 hard questions into a relaxed session of roughly 7 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.

A few sample questions

1. 1. What does 'itinerary' mean?

   Answer: A planned route or schedule of a journey

   An itinerary is a detailed plan or route for a journey, including destinations, dates, times, and activities. The word comes from the Latin 'itinerarium,' meaning 'a road' or 'journey.'

2. 2. What does 'passport' refer to?

   Answer: An official government document certifying identity for international travel

   A passport is an official government-issued document that certifies a person's identity and nationality, allowing them to travel to and from foreign countries. The word may derive from French 'passer' (to pass) and 'porte' (gate or port).

3. 3. What does 'departure' mean in travel?

   Answer: The act of leaving a place to begin a journey

   Departure refers to the act of leaving a place, especially at the start of a journey. In airports and train stations, the departure area is where travelers go to board their flights or trains. It is the opposite of 'arrival.'

4. 4. What is a 'layover' during travel?

   Answer: A stop or waiting period between connecting flights

   A layover is a period of time a traveler must wait at an intermediate stop between connecting flights. Layovers can range from a short wait of an hour or two to an overnight stay, depending on flight schedules.

5. 5. What does 'souvenir' mean?

   Answer: A memento or keepsake purchased during a trip

   A souvenir is an item purchased or kept as a reminder of a place visited, an event, or an experience. The word comes directly from French, where it means 'to remember.'

Things you'll learn along the way

• ✓Customs is the government authority responsible for regulating the flow of goods in and out of a country. When traveling internationally, you pass through customs where officials may inspect your luggage and collect duties on imported items.
• ✓An excursion is a short journey or trip, usually made for pleasure, often as a side trip during a larger vacation. The word comes from the Latin 'excurrere,' meaning 'to run out.'
• ✓Jet lag is a temporary sleep and fatigue disorder that occurs when a person travels rapidly across multiple time zones, disrupting their body's internal clock (circadian rhythm). Symptoms include tiredness, insomnia, and difficulty concentrating.