junta de turismo
/xunta de tuɾismo/from spelling rules
In Spanish, tourism board is translated as junta de turismo.
This phrase refers to an official organization that promotes travel and tourism in a specific area.
Which one should you use?
While junta de turismo is a standard term, other forms exist depending on the specific type of organization or the desired level of formality. For example, patronato de turismo is a common alternative used in many Spanish-speaking countries for an official board.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The choice of term often depends on the country. Junta de Turismo is commonly used in Mexico and parts of Central America. Consejo de Turismo is used in Spain and various Latin American countries. In Latin America, you may also encounter Secretaría de Turismo or the government-specific Instituto de Turismo.
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the word junta can refer to a benign administrative board or a military dictatorship that has seized power.
- The term junta is a doublet of the word yunta, which refers to a pair of oxen working together.
- In some contexts, junta refers to a physical joint or seal, such as a gasket in an engine, which is a very different type of 'board'.
Examples in context
- La junta de turismo publicó un nuevo folleto.The tourism board published a new brochure.
- La junta de turismo organiza este festival anual.The tourism board organizes this annual festival.
Example conversation
Elena and Mateo are planning a trip to a new city.
- ElenaBusqué el sitio web de la junta de turismo.I looked up the tourism board's website.
- Mateo¡Qué bien! ¿Encontraste algún hotel recomendado?Great! Did you find any recommended hotels?
- ElenaSí, la junta de turismo tiene una lista completa.Yes, the tourism board has a complete list.
- MateoPerfecto, entonces reservemos una habitación hoy.Perfect, then let's book a room today.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, junta, turismo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
