A stop-over is a period of time during a journey where the traveller stops at a particular location en route to their final destination. Other synonyms for stop-over include layover, transit, break, interval, pause, halt, lay off, and rest. A stop-over can be either planned or unplanned and can last from a few hours to several days or even weeks. It can be an opportunity for travellers to explore and experience a new location or city, break up a long journey, or simply rest and recharge before continuing on to their final destination. Whether you call it a layover or a rest-break, a stop-over can be an enriching and enjoyable part of any journey.