Why Americans Need to Take Vacations

In the ever increasing pressure of a constantly connected world, the thought of a vacation can keep you going and give you something to look forward to. As Americans though we have a tendency to short-change ourselves when it comes to relaxation. In fact, as much as 75% of Americans who qualified for paid leave did not take all of it in 2013, according to Glassdoor, an employment website. Worse, we often struggle to switch off when we do take vacation because technology allows us to always remain connected and check email and voicemail even when we are far away. Even if you want to cut ties with the office for your holiday period, colleagues reach out regularly — 25% of survey respondents had been contacted by a colleague and 20% by the boss. This inability to truly relax impacts as many as one in ten vacationers, according to Happify.

While commitment to work and productivity is adorable, everyone needs a break — and a half-hearted attempt at a vacation can leave you feeling even more drained than before. More than 60% of us continue to work while we are on holiday. Vacations should be a time of fun and relaxation with few distractions, an opportunity to reconnect with your family and with yourself. For many Americans vacations to Mexico offer so much when it comes to relaxing, exciting and charming holidays.

From exploring the ruins of ancient civilizations to shopping in cosmopolitan Mexico City, the country has a host of beautiful and affordable destinations. Places like Los Cabos, which actually offer three destinations in one, Cabo San Lucas, the Corridor and San Jose del Cabo, are excellent options for long or short getaways. To the west Cabo San Lucas is one of Mexico’s’ top five tourism destinations, praised for its beautiful beaches and marine life. Connecting Cabo with San Jose del Cabo is a 20-mile stretch known as the Corridor, which also boasts pristine coastlines with sandy beaches and scuba diving opportunities. San Jose del Cabo itself is a laid-back town with impressive 18th century Spanish architecture offers a tranquility far away from Cabo’s nightlife.

With a number of all inclusive vacation resorts in the Mexican state of Baja California, travelers are spoiled for choice when it comes to options. Luxury resorts and luxury villas make this place a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The beauty of all inclusive vacation resorts is that you never need travel far to get what you need: food, drink, entertainment, it is all in the same place. All inclusive vacation resorts delight with four and fire star luxury at reasonable prices and a range of options. Cabo’s international appeal means most businesses and tourist attractions accept both dollars and pesos, though the rate is often higher and your change will be in pesos.

Taking the vacation you have earned and deserved means you can recharge and rejuvenate ready to give your all when it is back to work times. It is important to take the time to do that so that you do not experience burn-out. A 2012 study found that more than 63% of those surveyed report high levels of stress at work and often feel extreme fatigue and out of control. A one or even two week break in a getaway destination like Cabo San Lucas is just the remedy for the stress of modern life.