turisti

Turisti is a noun used in several European languages to refer to people who travel to a destination other than their usual place of residence for leisure, business, or other short-term purposes. It is commonly found in discourse on travel and tourism and is typically translated into English as tourists. In Italian, turisti is the plural of turista. In Romanian and in several South Slavic languages, such as Croatian, Serbian, and Bosnian, turisti is a common plural form for travelers visiting from outside the locale.

The word has its roots in Latin turista and has cognates in multiple languages, including English tourist. The pronunciation and spelling vary by language, but the core meaning remains that of non-resident visitors who stay temporarily to explore a place, participate in activities, or conduct business.

In practice, turisti are a primary target group for tourism industries and destinations. Data about turisti are used to analyze inbound tourism, including origin, duration of stay, spending, and seasonality. Tourism policy, infrastructure planning, and marketing strategies often differentiate turisti from local residents and other categories of visitors.

The concept of turisti intersects with broader topics such as sustainable tourism, cultural exchange, and the economic impact of travel. While the term is language-specific, it encapsulates a universal phenomenon: people traveling for short periods to experience places outside their home environment.