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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Business
Vinay Patel

36% Americans Willing To Go Into Debt To Fund Their Vacation, 20% Can't Pay For It In One Billing Statement

Americans are increasingly optimistic about their vacation plans, with a majority confident about taking time off in 2024. (Credit: Pexels)

Thirty two-year-old Ryann Checchi is gearing up to travel to Lisbon, Porto, and Barcelona on Sunday - even though she can't afford it. The PR professional explained that she feels justified in taking the trip despite her financial limitations, claiming she "needed it — mentally more than anything."

"I needed something to look forward to, and that alone justifies it for me," the Phoenix resident added. "I'd rather be on a budget for a month when I get home, if needed, for a lifetime of memories with girlfriends and happiness."

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