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As travel disruptions put summer trips to a halt and employees experience anxiety about the coronavirus pandemic and working from home, fewer workers appear to be claiming paid time off this year.
To stave off burnout and avoid a year-end vacation crunch, many employers are encouraging workers to use their time off. For employees who are worried about going on a trip, some employers are emphasizing planned time off, or a staycation, to promote better well-being.
Evelina Nedlund is an associate editor of Employee Benefit News and Employee Benefit Adviser. She can be contacted via email at evelina.nedlund@arizent.com.
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