On the surface, the thought of taking two weeks off from work for an extended vacation may seem like a dreamy break from all the pressures of work. But before you book that two-week trip, there’s more ...

Most federal holidays take place on Mondays or Fridays in 2026, creating natural opportunities for long weekends.

Americans are notoriously bad at using their vacation time. More than half of their leave days are unused each year, while vacation deprivation has hit an 11-year high, according to the 24th annual ...

With the cruise industry booming, and the largest ships ever built now setting sail, cruising has never been more popular. As bookings surge worldwide, savvy travelers are discovering a unique way to ...

(Family Features) If you’re making the most of this year’s vacation by planning an extra-long trip, you’re not alone. Whether it’s extra vacation days that accumulated due to pandemic restrictions or ...

Dear Amy: My husband’s entire extended family enjoys going on vacations together. While these family members are amazing, these vacations are very stressful for me. From trying to figure out what to ...

Dear Amy: My husband’s entire extended family enjoys going on vacations together. While these family members are amazing, these vacations are very stressful for me. From trying to figure out what to ...