CultureJuly 15, 2026

travelogue

/ˈtræv.ə.lɒɡ/

Definition

A film, documentary, or written account that chronicles personal experiences, locations, and adventures encountered during a journey.

Etymology

The word combines the French 'travail' (meaning labor or journey) and the Greek 'logos' (meaning word or discourse). It emerged in the 19th century to describe lectures or presentations that detailed exotic travels.

In the news

The film 'Fun Island' is described as a travelogue because it documents a surf trip that becomes unexpectedly sidelined by quarantine. It highlights the narrative aspect of the journey beyond just the act of surfing.

Surfalorus Film Festival announces lineup for August event

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