U.S. workers forfeit hundreds of millions of vacation days every year, and health experts say the habit can raise stress, disrupt sleep, and contribute to burnout. New survey data and medical research are renewing attention on the cost of skipping time off.
A growing share of travelers say anxiety affects their trips, but many still leave home without knowing what protections, planning steps, and mental health support are available. Travel industry data and health experts say a few practical checks before departure can make a major difference.
Dallas is set to be one of the busiest U.S. gateways for FIFA World Cup 2026, and local officials are already warning visitors to plan ahead for airports, heat, transit, and long travel times across the metro area. For fans flying in, the biggest advice from locals is simple: Dallas-Fort Worth is larger, hotter, and more spread out than many first-time visitors expect.
Kansas City is one of 16 host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, yet it has drawn far less attention than larger U.S. markets. That lower profile could make it one of the most practical and rewarding tournament bases for travelers.
U.S. travelers are expected to spend a record $1.37 trillion in 2026, showing that demand for trips remains strong even as prices stay high. Industry forecasts point to steady growth in domestic and international travel, with higher costs and larger trip volumes both pushing spending upward.
A growing share of Americans say they are going into debt to pay for trips in 2026, underscoring how strong travel demand is colliding with stubborn household budget pressure. New survey data shows about 1 in 10 travelers expect to borrow, with average planned debt topping $1,000.
A new survey found 26% of Americans have gone into debt to pay for a vacation, while 13% said they have dipped into retirement savings to fund a trip. The findings highlight how persistent travel demand is colliding with household budget pressure.
A new survey found that more than 1 in 3 Americans who took a summer trip last year are still paying off the credit card charges. The findings point to how inflation, high interest rates, and strong travel demand continue to collide for household budgets.
