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Want more time off? Your answer could relate to where you're from. Expedia's 24th “Vacation Deprivation Report” shows 62% of global workers feel they need more time out of the office. But this number rises to 84% in Germany, 69% in France, even though workers in both places take about a month of annual leave on average — the highest of all surveyed countries. Conversely, Japanese respondents felt the least vacation deprived, despite taking only 12 days off per year. This story examines the "why" behind these results. Expedia Group #burnout #travel #vacations

Americans continue to lead the world when it comes to prioritizing work over vacation. 53% don’t plan on using all of their time off this year, despite receiving fewer days off—just 12, annually—than any country surveyed in a recent report by Expedia. And it may be starting to take a toll. The number of Americans feeling deprived of vacation time is at an 11-year high of 65%, according to the survey. But even if more Americans are starting to lament days in the office that could have been spent on the beach, somehow they’re not as upset about it as the French are. Despite taking nearly a month off from work on average, more than any other country in the survey, 69% of French workers reported feeling “vacation deprived.” bit.ly/3xvbqFT

It's fascinating to see how much—or how little—people work in different countries. What really strikes me is that the countries where people are happiest and most productive, like those in Scandinavia, tend to have the shortest working hours. Take Denmark, where people work about 1,380 hours a year, or Sweden with 1,437 hours. Compare that to Mexico’s 2,207 hours or Costa Rica’s 2,171 hours, and you can see there's a huge difference. This really makes you think about how we balance work and life. The Scandinavian countries seem to have figured out a sweet spot where shorter work hours actually boost productivity and happiness. Every one of the best performing countries also boast strong social policies, including lots of paid holidays, very good public services such as education and health, and interestingly high tax rates (people pay the latter because they know they will get the former). This combination of what might best be classed "social democratic" measures helps people feel more satisfied with their lives. Meanwhile, in the U.S., people work around 1,799 hours a year but don’t have guaranteed paid holidays, which might explain why more hours worked doesn’t necessarily mean more productivity or happiness. It’s high time more than a few countries need to re-examine their approach to work and where it fits into a decent life. Adopting some of these Scandinavian practices - like paid vacation - could lead to healthier, happier, and more productive workplaces all over the world. #WorkLifeBalance #Productivity #EmployeeWellbeing OECD - OCDE #LearnFromScandinavia #WorkTrends (Based on OECD data: https://lnkd.in/eQ6GSJRq)

🌍 Explore global perspectives on paid time off! 🇨🇦 Canadians: Love vacations but leave some days unused. On average, they took 16.3 out of 19.4 statutory days, leaving 3.1 days unused. 🇪🇺 Europeans: Take the most vacation days but struggle to unplug. France, Spain, and Germany lead with 30 days each, but finding work-life balance remains a challenge. 🇺🇸 Americans: Have fewer vacation days but make the most of them. With an average of 10 statutory days, Americans used 17.4 out of 23.2 available days, maximising their time off. 🌏 Asians and Africans: Embrace leisure travel. Although vacation usage is lower, both regions experience significant growth in international tourist arrivals, showcasing their love for exploration. From leisurely beach vacations to cultural sightseeing, employees worldwide make the most of their time off. How do you utilize your paid time off? Share your favorite vacation destinations and experiences with us! 🌴📸 #leavetracker #timetracker #HRtool #HRsoftware #management #PTO #leavemanagement #timeoff #timeoffmanagement #HR #humanresource #slack #slackintegration #companyculture #vacation #HRtips #hrmanagement #employeeexperience #to #employees #hrlife #workfromhome #futureofwork #workplace #hrtech #hrsolutions #remotework

🌍 Explore global perspectives on paid time off! 🇨🇦 Canadians: Love vacations but leave some days unused. On average, they took 16.3 out of 19.4 statutory days, leaving 3.1 days unused. 🇪🇺 Europeans: Take the most vacation days but struggle to unplug. France, Spain, and Germany lead with 30 days each, but finding work-life balance remains a challenge. 🇺🇸 Americans: Have fewer vacation days but make the most of them. With an average of 10 statutory days, Americans used 17.4 out of 23.2 available days, maximising their time off. 🌏 Asians and Africans: Embrace leisure travel. Although vacation usage is lower, both regions experience significant growth in international tourist arrivals, showcasing their love for exploration. From leisurely beach vacations to cultural sightseeing, employees worldwide make the most of their time off. How do you utilize your paid time off? Share your favorite vacation destinations and experiences with us! 🌴📸 #leavetracker #timetracker #HRtool #HRsoftware #management #PTO #leavemanagement #timeoff #timeoffmanagement #HR #humanresource #slack #slackintegration #companyculture #vacation #HRtips #hrmanagement #employeeexperience #to #employees #hrlife #workfromhome #futureofwork #workplace #hrtech #hrsolutions #remotework

🌍 Explore global perspectives on paid time off! 🇨🇦 Canadians: Love vacations but leave some days unused. On average, they took 16.3 out of 19.4 statutory days, leaving 3.1 days unused. 🇪🇺 Europeans: Take the most vacation days but struggle to unplug. France, Spain, and Germany lead with 30 days each, but finding work-life balance remains a challenge. 🇺🇸 Americans: Have fewer vacation days but make the most of them. With an average of 10 statutory days, Americans used 17.4 out of 23.2 available days, maximising their time off. 🌏 Asians and Africans: Embrace leisure travel. Although vacation usage is lower, both regions experience significant growth in international tourist arrivals, showcasing their love for exploration. From leisurely beach vacations to cultural sightseeing, employees worldwide make the most of their time off. How do you utilize your paid time off? Share your favorite vacation destinations and experiences with us! 🌴📸 #leavetracker #timetracker #HRtool #HRsoftware #management #PTO #leavemanagement #timeoff #timeoffmanagement #HR #humanresource #slack #slackintegration #companyculture #vacation #HRtips #hrmanagement #employeeexperience #to #employees #hrlife #workfromhome #futureofwork #workplace #hrtech #hrsolutions #remotework

🌍 Explore global perspectives on paid time off! 🇨🇦 Canadians: Love vacations but leave some days unused. On average, they took 16.3 out of 19.4 statutory days, leaving 3.1 days unused. 🇪🇺 Europeans: Take the most vacation days but struggle to unplug. France, Spain, and Germany lead with 30 days each, but finding work-life balance remains a challenge. 🇺🇸 Americans: Have fewer vacation days but make the most of them. With an average of 10 statutory days, Americans used 17.4 out of 23.2 available days, maximising their time off. 🌏 Asians and Africans: Embrace leisure travel. Although vacation usage is lower, both regions experience significant growth in international tourist arrivals, showcasing their love for exploration. From leisurely beach vacations to cultural sightseeing, employees worldwide make the most of their time off. How do you utilize your paid time off? Share your favorite vacation destinations and experiences with us! 🌴📸 #leavetracker #timetracker #HRtool #HRsoftware #management #PTO #leavemanagement #timeoff #timeoffmanagement #HR #humanresource #slack #slackintegration #companyculture #vacation #HRtips #hrmanagement #employeeexperience #to #employees #hrlife #workfromhome #futureofwork #workplace #hrtech #hrsolutions #remotework

🌍 Explore global perspectives on paid time off! 🇨🇦 Canadians: Love vacations but leave some days unused. On average, they took 16.3 out of 19.4 statutory days, leaving 3.1 days unused. 🇪🇺 Europeans: Take the most vacation days but struggle to unplug. France, Spain, and Germany lead with 30 days each, but finding work-life balance remains a challenge. 🇺🇸 Americans: Have fewer vacation days but make the most of them. With an average of 10 statutory days, Americans used 17.4 out of 23.2 available days, maximising their time off. 🌏 Asians and Africans: Embrace leisure travel. Although vacation usage is lower, both regions experience significant growth in international tourist arrivals, showcasing their love for exploration. From leisurely beach vacations to cultural sightseeing, employees worldwide make the most of their time off. How do you utilize your paid time off? Share your favorite vacation destinations and experiences with us! 🌴📸 #leavetracker #timetracker #HRtool #HRsoftware #management #PTO #leavemanagement #timeoff #timeoffmanagement #HR #humanresource #slack #slackintegration #companyculture #vacation #HRtips #hrmanagement #employeeexperience #to #employees #hrlife #workfromhome #futureofwork #workplace #hrtech #hrsolutions #remotework

Are you feeling vacation deprived? 😓 A survey by Expedia Group of more than 11,500 workers showed Americans take the least time off per year (11 days), followed by Japan (12 days). However, only 53% of Japanese said they feel “vacation deprived” compared to 65% of Americans. Can cultural norms be a factor in the perception of work-life balance? Lets look at some of the insights from this survey: 📌“The French overwhelmingly view time off as a basic, fundamental right, while Americans seem to treat is as a guilty pleasure” 📌“In Japan, people take time off every month instead of just twice a year” 📌"Americans tend to save their time off for a big annual trip" 👉Expedia’s report indicates that feeling “vacation deprived” may have less to do with the actual time off one takes, and more to do with cultural norms around work and free time. Link to the survey in the comment #WorkplaceScience #Work-Life Balance #CountryCulture   *** To learn more about using behavioral science at the workplace, check out: www.nudgeable.ai