4 SMART Ways to Use Your PTO

When did you last go on vacation without a laptop, or didn't check your work emails all weekend? 

No wonder 55% of the US workforce let their PTOs slide.

And guess what? 

Women leave more on the table than men.

And we get it.

Planning a vacay can be a total mood killer, especially if you don’t have the bandwidth and already feel burned out at work. 

Leaving you ready to ditch those travel dreams. (But hey, imagine having a travel planner that effortlessly streamlines every step, making travel planning fun.)

This is your sign to start planning.

Here are four epic ways to max out your PTO ⬇️

🌍 Plan Epic Escapes With Piggyback Technique

Pair your weekday holidays with your PTO. Those Friday or Monday holidays? They're pure gold.

Got a 3-day weekend?

Add Monday and Tuesday off when Friday's a holiday, or start your vacay on Thursday when Monday's off.

Boom💥 You've got a 5-day holiday but used only 2 PTO days. Still, plenty of PTO left for more breaks.

This is a great way to stretch your vacation time, especially if you only get 8 yearly PTO days. With this trick, you can enjoy at least 5 extra-long weekends. 

🌟 Recharge With Micro & Macro Breaks Throughout The Year 

If your company's PTO policy gives you up to 3 weeks off, consider yourself lucky, girl! 💁‍♀️

Mini breaks are perfect for smashing stress and fatigue, while long trips offer amazing new experiences.

Use those short vacays to shake off the monotony and enjoy retreats in nearby cities. Save the long ones to dive into new cultures or hang out with your long-distance bestie. 🌍👯‍♀️

✈️ Gift Yourself A Dream International Vacation

Dreaming of chilling on a 15-day cruise or joining a 2-week camp exploring the pyramids of Egypt? 🌴🏜️

Most companies give you 5 PTOs + 10 paid vacation days. Using them wisely is how you live your wanderlust dreams.

Scenario 1: Your company gives separate paid leaves and vacation days.

👉🏻 Mix some PTOs with your vacation days for max time off.  

👉🏻 Keep some paid leaves for sick days or family events.

Scenario 2: Your company lumps everything into 14 PTOs.

👉🏻 Use all your PTOs in one go.  

👉🏻 Plan your big vacation at the year's end to keep paid days for important stuff.

Make sure you handle these 2 Tasks

• Inform your manager about your leave.  

• Set boundaries. 

Back to vacay planning: Say goodbye to travel stress with the ultimate Travel Planner.

It’s like having your own personal assistant for planning flawless trips, managing budgets, and making exploration effortless. No more travel headaches, just smooth sailing and epic adventures.

So, next time you feel overwhelmed with planning, lean on your travel planner like a trusted friend.

✅ Sort out everything from flights to accommodations.

✅ Budget smart for every part of your trip.

✅ Jot down those must-remember details.

Get your travel partner here and start creating memories that’ll stick with you forever.

Let’s make 'em unforgettable. 

📚 Upskill Using Your Unused PTOs

This hack is gold if your company cashes out unused PTOs by year-end. If it’s December and you’ve got extra PTO days, cash it in, girl!

Invest that dough in learning something new—like a language or course. Boosting your skills makes you a top-notch asset. 💪

Up your game earn more moolah without dropping a dime. It’s all about compounding magic. 

Take today's edition as your ultimate sign to make the most of your PTOs and create that perfect work-life harmony. 

Happy travels!

Xo,

The Girls @Girls Who Excel