holidaymaker

Definition of holidaymakernext
chiefly British

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of holidaymaker In a bar popular with teenagers, there’s a growing realization in Crans-Montana that many of the dead are some of the youngest in this community of locals and holidaymakers. Joseph Ataman, CNN Money, 3 Jan. 2026 At the same time, strikes, southern European wildfires and conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East — as well as memories of how airlines like Air Berlin and Monarch had collapsed before the pandemic — combined to drive holidaymakers back into the arms of companies offering a one-stop shop. Ian King, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025 Despite the mob activity, Corsica is a beloved island for French and international holidaymakers alike and special for its unique culture and traditions. Ed Meza, Variety, 4 Sep. 2025 Since the 1970s, British holidaymakers have flown to Malaga on Spain's Costa del Sol, attracted by the warmer climate and low cost airlines. Alex Ledsom, Forbes, 16 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for holidaymaker
Recent Examples of Synonyms for holidaymaker
Noun
  • As far as vibe goes, this is where tourists and corporate suits from all walks of life rub elbows, whether waiting in line at Shake Shack or the steakhouse Wolf & Lamb.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
  • North Korea banned all foreign tourists during the pandemic but has started easing the restrictions, with a Russian tour group entering the country in 2024.
    ABC News, ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The Buccaneer is a traveler's favorite on Saint Croix.
    Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
  • The viral post comes as survey data suggests many travelers are generally open to seat-switch requests when they are made considerately.
    Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • One house in particular, on the generous corner lot at Gower and Douthit streets, attracted sightseers from all over town.
    Gail Sheehy, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Big Basin was established in 1902 to safeguard its redwood trees and is still visited today by sightseers from all over the world wanting to gaze at the 300-foot giants.
    Kurtis Alexander, San Francisco Chronicle, 19 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 29 Mar. 2026
  • There’s an interactive, educational area so visitors can learn about the horses as well as see them in paddocks.
    Eve Chen, USA Today, 29 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Fully 1000 excursionists from San Diego with a number from Los Angeles journeyed to this city, loading the special San Diego excursion trains to the guards.
    San Diego Union-Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2019

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“Holidaymaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/holidaymaker. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

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