TAMPA, Fla. (BLOOM) — In the world of remote work, new vacation models are emerging that blend business and fun without employees necessarily keeping up with their bosses. According to a recent survey, nearly one-third of Americans secretly turn their vacations into work opportunities.
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The survey, commissioned by hospitality management platform Mews and conducted by OnePoll, looked at responses from 2,000 employed Americans. It found that 52% of respondents are willing to work remotely while traveling, but 29% have already done so without notifying their workplace.
Interestingly, this trend is not only caused by workaholism. Approximately 39% of people who combine work and travel say they are motivated by the fact that they truly enjoy their work. Others pursue this path to meet important deadlines (28%) or to save on paid time off (26%).
Hotels are also catching on to this trend, with many employees noticing that guests often extend their business trips to enjoy a few days of leisure. These extensions, known as “bleisure” trips, are becoming increasingly popular, with travelers expected to take an average of 11 trips this year, including vacations, family visits and work-related trips.
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As noted by 69% of survey participants, the preferred environment for many of these stealth workers is the comfort of a hotel room. However, many people prefer to work from more scenic areas of the hotel, such as the pool, spa, or even the bar.
This move towards workation trends also coincides with a broader shift in prioritizing travel. Three out of four travelers and hotel workers believe more Americans are traveling this year than last year, according to the survey. Additionally, technology plays a vital role in improving the travel experience, with a significant number of respondents (80%) preferring hotels that offer advanced technology such as automated check-in and AI-based travel recommendations. I like it.
Hotel staff has observed increased use of amenities by both locals and travelers, reflecting the trend for hotels to serve as community hubs rather than just places to stay. . From coworking spaces to yoga classes, modern hotels are diversifying their offerings to meet the varying needs of their guests.
The fusion of work and vacation reflects a larger trend toward flexibility and maximizing time. As remote work becomes the norm, the lines between personal and professional life continue to blur, creating new types of travel experiences that accommodate both.
Research Methodology: The study included 1,000 American travelers and 1,000 hotel employees and was conducted from January 30, 2024 to February 8, 2024. The survey was conducted by market research company OnePoll. Its team members belong to various professional research associations such as the Market Research Association and the Market Research Association. American Public Opinion Research Association.
