

A majority of American workers do not utilize all their paid time off, with 78% citing busy schedules and work pressure as reasons, according to a Harris Poll survey. Despite rising travel costs, which have increased by 15% since 2019, paid time off remains a highly valued benefit. To combat employee burnout and improve retention, some companies, particularly in the travel industry, are offering significant vacation stipends to promote employee travel and well-being. These companies, which are currently hiring for remote and hybrid roles, provide benefits ranging from flight or hotel credits to annual stipends for vacation expenses.

According to the Harris Poll survey, 78% of U.S. workers say they do not use all of their paid time off.

According to a Harris Poll survey, 48% of U.S. workers would prefer to have more paid time off (PTO) rather than receiving a higher salary. This preference highlights the value that many employees place on having more leisure and personal time compared to additional income.