staycation

noun

stay·​ca·​tion ˈstā-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce staycation (audio)
: a vacation spent at home or nearby
staycationer noun

Examples of staycation in a Sentence

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Spring break season is here, but with San Diego gas prices higher than a month ago, some locals might be looking for staycation ideas that will not break the bank. Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026 Home to over 120 wineries and tasting rooms, Woodinville’s location makes the property an ideal staycation for Washington state locals looking to explore the region’s excellent wines, and a luxurious getaway for travelers seeking to be wined and dined. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2026 What incited this spontaneous staycation? Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026 Many families may opt to leave town, while others may stick to a staycation in Oklahoma City. Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 25 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for staycation

Word History

Etymology

blend of stay entry 3 and vacation

First Known Use

1944, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of staycation was in 1944

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“Staycation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/staycation. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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