wanderlust

[/ˈwɑːndərləst/]
noun
paixão por viajar
1. a strong desire to travel and explore the world; an irresistible urge to wander
Her wanderlust led her to visit over 50 countries before turning 30.
Sua paixão por viajar a levou a visitar mais de 50 países antes de completar 30 anos.
2. the characteristic of being drawn to adventure and discovering new places
Wanderlust is a common trait among backpackers and digital nomads.
A paixão por viajar é uma característica comum entre mochileiros e nômades digitais.
Wanderlust has become increasingly prominent in contemporary culture, especially among millennials and Gen Z in both the USA and Brazil. In Brazil, it reflects growing interest in travel tourism and digital nomadism. The word is frequently used on social media, in travel blogs, and in tourism marketing. It represents a cultural shift toward valuing experiences over material possessions.
NYC Slang
travel bug; the itch to roam
Synonyms / Sinônimos
travel bugrestlessnessnomadismadventurousnessitchy feet
Antonyms / Antônimos
homeboundsedentarystay-at-homelethargy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
paixão por viajar
most common translation; literally 'passion for traveling'
General Brazilian
espírito aventureiro
alternative; means 'adventurous spirit'
São Paulo
vontade de viajar
more casual; literally 'desire to travel'
Portugal
sede de viajar
Portuguese variant; literally 'thirst for traveling'

Related Words

traveladventureexplorenomadbackpackerjourney

Related Idioms & Phrases

have itchy feet
bitten by the travel bug
hit the road
see the world
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