More than 24% of workers in the United States report feeling burned out at their jobs, according to a survey conducted by USA Today and SurveyMonkey, so half plan to use their paid time off (PTO) for vacations.

General economic uncertainty has caused many workers to lose their jobs, and those who remain must take on more workloads, coupled with the implementation of Artificial Intelligence, have generated some concerns related to waves of layoffs, leading many employees to report not only difficulties but also exhaustion. The survey report detailed that, in this regard, 55% of workers, or about 3,156 employees, plan to use their paid time off to go on vacation, while 50% indicated they will use it to keep up with their family obligations. Many of those surveyed stated that, due to the current economic situation, they are restricting discretionary spending to stay within a budget; However, they express that rest during their paid time off is necessary for their mental health. The survey results also indicated that at least 51% of the workers surveyed prefer to cut expenses in other areas and save so they can continue traveling on their vacations. According to a survey conducted by Expedia, American workers have the least amount of paid time off, receiving an average of only 12 days off per year. In this regard, Melanie Fish, Vice President of Global Public Relations at Expedia Group, advises: "Don't accumulate your paid time off for one long trip. Instead, book a few three- or four-day getaways that coincide with school and office closures. Request your paid time off early in the year to secure the most sought-after dates and truly enjoy the time you've earned," she said.