Travelogue writing is an interesting activity. Many of the writers maintain their travel dairies and use them as raw material for their novels and stories. Sometimes, their dairy notes can also become a book. Travelogue is a separate genre in literature. Not all of novelist or the story writers are travelogue writers. Here is the list descriptive adjectives which can make your language in your travelogue writing more readable and eye catching.(Mansoor)
The setting, the destination.
breathtaking, stunning (views, scenery) sensationnel, à couper le souffle
exotic (beauty, charm, location)
picturesque, quaint (streets, villages, cottages) pittoresque
Outstanding, gorgeous, magnificent, splendid (architectural legacy)
Impressive / awe-inspiring impressionant
Striking (beauty) saisissant
Vibrant / bustling (city, market) / lively (city) iconic (city, destination)
ideal, idyllic, earthly paradise, heavenly, divine divin, paradisiaque
compelling (destination) fascinant
scenic (route) panoramique, pittoresque, touristique (scenic train)
spectacular (Chilean fjords), dramatic (alpine lake) spectaculaire
majestic (mountains and national parks) majestueux
crystal clear (sea) colourful (coral) turquoise (waters)
adventurous (destination)
off-the-beaten track: en dehors des sentiers battus
sumptuous (surroundings, suites)
unspoilt=untouched (rainforest) préservé, intact, pristine (beach) immaculé
tranquil (waters) peaceful (atmosphere)
intimate (ambience), charming (resort)
jagged (coastline) déchiqueté, découpé, rugged (landscape, coast) accidenté, découpé
mighty (river, cathedral, oak) puissant
snow-capped, snow-covered (mountain, volcano)
Hotel / restaurant / museum
World-class (museum, cuisine, accommodation) supérieur, de classe international
quality (service)
Award-winning (restaurant)
Renowned / famous / well-known / world famous
State-of-the-art (cruise ship) = à la pointe du progrès
Upmarket / upscale / high-end haut de gamme
Top notch (service) de premier ordre, excellent
Luxury (hotel) = de luxe luxurious= luxueux
gourmet (food, cuisine) gastronomique
specialty (restaurant)
authentic, genuine (cuisine)
stupendous (national cuisine) prodigieux
Mouthwatering (cookery = cuisine)
a perfect blend of stylish luxury, informality and excellent local cuisine
waterfront (hotel, campsite)
opulent (palace)
The experience
Exhilarating: exaltant, euphorisant, enivrant intoxicating: grisant, enivrant
glamorous : séduisant, ensorcelant
A dream (holiday)
Once-in-a-lifetime (experience) / the trip or cruise of a lifetime
amazing, incredible, unforgettable, memorable
cultural (immersion)
Other
Unparalleled, unrivalled (service): incomparable
unequalled (spendour) inégalé = unsurpassed
Magical, Dazzling (tropical fish) éblouissant
Timeless: éternel
hidden (asset) / best-kept (secret)
overwhelming (boulversant) fascinating
historical (monuments), historic (interest)
natural (beauty, habitat) authentique, véritable
medieval (legend, area)
stately (homes) imposant, majestueux
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