tourism

[toor-iz-uhm]

noun

1. the activity or practice of touring, especially for pleasure.

2. the business or industry of providing information, accommodations, transportation, and other services to tourists.

3. the promotion of tourist travel, especially for commercial purposes.

tourism

/ ˈtʊərɪzəm /

noun

1. tourist travel and the services connected with it, esp when regarded as an industry

Word History and Origins

Origin of tourism¹

First recorded in 1805–15; tour + -ism

Example Sentences

The project aims to promote medical tourism in Macau, create jobs and bring healthcare and leisure under one roof, said the resort chain's chief executive Lawrence Ho.

From BBC

The blizzard struck during China's eight-day Golden Week holiday, a peak season for local tourism.

From BBC

One can well understand Mayor Louis Bonnet's desire to protect his town's reputation and its tourism industry.

From BBC

The comedy festival is part of the kingdom’s Vision 2030 plan, which includes the goal of increasing tourism revenues to represent 10% of the economy in five years.

From Salon

Its Vision 2023 plan, spearheaded by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, includes funnelling money into sectors such as tourism, entertainment, and sports.

From BBC

Related Words

• touristry 
• travel