The departure
Example: Departure marks moment traveler leaves starting location
Definition
"The departure" in tourism refers to the moment when a traveler leaves their starting location to begin a journey or trip. It marks the official start of travel and often involves leaving a home, hotel, or transit point to proceed toward the destination.
Etymology
The phrase "the departure" comes from the Old French word 'departir,' meaning to divide or separate. Over time, it evolved in English to signify the act of leaving or setting out on a journey. Did you know? The word originally implied a separation or parting, which perfectly fits its travel use today.
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"The departure" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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