Americans receive fewer paid vacation days than workers in most other industrialized nations. Strategically requesting paid time off around federal holidays can maximize vacation time. Planning ahead ...

What days to take off to maximize PTO in 2026—and the smart planning strategies that help you actually feel rested, avoid burnout and make the most of every vacation day you’ve earned. ByBrittany Anas ...

Americans receive fewer paid vacation days than workers in most other industrialized nations. Strategically requesting paid time off around federal holidays can maximize vacation time. Planning ahead ...

Workers in Western Pennsylvania scheduling days off for 2026 might get some help from the calendar. Most federal holidays this year fall either on or close to a weekend, allowing for more maximization ...

Americans are famously bad at taking time off from work, and are generally known for having the fewest paid vacation days of most industrialized countries, but with some smart planning you can make ...

This guide shows how a little strategy can turn ordinary PTO into longer adventures, calmer escapes and your most rewarding travel year yet. Fifteen days of PTO can unlock nearly 45 days of real ...