70% of Americans Say Travel Anxiety Starts at Home
HAWTHORNE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As Americans plan their summer getaways, a new national survey commissioned by Ring reveals that for 70% Americans, the hardest part of vacation isn't missing work emails or updates – it's the stress of what's happening back home.
The study, which surveyed over 2,000 Americans about their travel anxieties, found that key concerns included home security (49%), pet care (49%), and family or loved ones needing support (43%). Since respondents could select all concerns that applied to them, the percentages reflect overlapping worries rather than a total of 100% - underscoring how travel-related stress is often multi-layered. For many, the stress begins before the vacation even starts, with over half (52%) saying their concerns kick in either as soon as they leave their property or while they are traveling.
'It's eye-opening to learn that the majority of people worry about what's happening back home before they've even fully settled into their vacation,' said Mimi Swain, Chief Commercial Officer at Ring. 'Vacations should be a time to relax, disconnect, and not think about what's happening at home or what could go wrong.'
The emotional toll is clear: 78% of respondents say these home-related worries affect their ability to relax, with over a quarter (27%) reporting a significant impact.
And it's not all hypothetical – 42% of Americans report having had a home-related issue that actually disrupted their holiday, such as break-ins, property damage, or other security incidents. Notably, over 15% report that this has happened to them multiple times.
When asked how they try to alleviate these concerns, the most common method was asking a friend, neighbor, or family member to check in (58%). However, many are already turning to tech – 40% trust smart home devices or security cameras, and 36% check in on their property remotely through an app or video doorbell. Since respondents could select multiple methods, these approaches often overlap, reflecting how people are layering technology to feel more secure while away from home.
This growing reliance on connected technology reflects a major shift in how homeowners manage peace of mind from afar. And the data speaks for itself – 75% agree that being able to check in on their home virtually would make it easier to relax while on vacation.
'With home security being one of the top concerns, there are simple things you can do to give yourself peace of mind, and leave the stress at home,' said Swain. 'Installing a video doorbell or security cameras around the house will help keep your home protected. I also go the extra step and have Ring Alarm and use Virtual Security Guard to have a professional monitor our cameras. If something is really wrong, they will send me a notification and alert the authorities so I can disconnect knowing they will contact me only in an emergency.'
About Ring
Since its founding in 2013, Ring has been on a mission to make neighborhoods safer, together for everyone. From the first-ever Video Doorbell, to the award-winning DIY Ring Alarm system, Ring's smart home security product line, as well as the Neighbors app, offers users affordable whole-home and neighborhood security. At Ring, we are committed to making security accessible and convenient for everyone—while working hard to bring communities together. Ring is an Amazon company. For more information, visit www.ring.com. With Ring, you're always home.
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