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More than half of U.S. workers don’t use all their vacation days each year - and we’re on a mission to change that. With a little planning, you can turn long weekends into full vacations and make every day off count.
Here’s how to maximize your PTO in 2026:
📆 January 16–19
Take off Friday, January 16 and enjoy a 4-day weekend with Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, Jan 19). Perfect for a quick winter getaway.
🌸 May 22–25
Pair a Friday off with Memorial Day (Monday, May 25) for four days of sunshine and relaxation.
☀️ July 2–5
Independence Day falls on Saturday, July 4 (this means Friday, July 3 is the observed holiday). Take July 2 off to make it a 4-day summer weekend.
🍂 September 4–7
Use Labor Day weekend (Monday, Sept 7) for a 4-day trip — Alaska, Hawaii, or a national park are perfect picks.
🎄 December 24–31
Christmas Day is Friday, Dec 25. Take December 24 and Dec 28–31 off for a full 9-day stretch to end the year right.
Your vacation days are too valuable to leave behind. Let’s turn them into something unforgettable. ✈️
✈️ Headed to Europe in 2026? There’s a new travel step to know about.
Two weeks ago, the European Union officially launched its new Entry/Exit System (EES), replacing passport stamps with digital records and biometric scans. It’s designed to make travel more secure and efficient, though travelers may notice slightly longer lines at first as the system rolls out.
Families can breathe easy — children under 12 won’t need fingerprints, just a quick photo and passport scan.
We’re already preparing our Europe-bound clients for the new process so travel days stay smooth and stress-free. Because the only thing you should be focused on is where gelato comes first. 🇮🇹🍦
Planning a European vacation next year? We’ll help you navigate every detail.
✨ The best gifts don’t fit under the tree. They take you somewhere new.
This season, skip the guesswork and give the gift of travel. Whether it’s a family getaway, a couples’ escape, or that bucket-list trip you’ve been talking about all year, we’ll handle every detail so all you have to do is wrap the itinerary. 🎁✈️
From tropical beaches to European Christmas markets, we’ll help you turn “someday” into booked.
Ready to surprise someone with a vacation? Let’s start planning together.
#BrightLifeTravelCo #GiftOfTravel #FamilyTravel #TravelAdvisor #HolidayGiftIdeas
✨ The best gifts don’t fit under the tree. They take you somewhere new.
This season, skip the guesswork and give the gift of travel. Whether it’s a family getaway, a couples’ escape, or that bucket-list trip you’ve been talking about all year, we’ll handle every detail so all you have to do is wrap the itinerary. 🎁✈️
From tropical beaches to European Christmas markets, we’ll help you turn “someday” into booked.
Ready to surprise someone with a vacation? Let’s start planning together.
#BrightLifeTravelCo #GiftOfTravel #FamilyTravel #TravelAdvisor #HolidayGiftIdeas
Where did our clients travel this month? Check out our October #traveldiary to find out! #brightlifetravelco #travelagent #travelagency #traveladivosr #utah #sandalsresorts #disneycruiseline #disneyworld #disneyworld #universalsepicuniverse
If this looks like your idea of fun, then you`ve come to the right place ✨
#brightlifetravelco
Why do we love river cruising with AmaWaterways? Because it’s not just travel — it’s an experience.
Imagine waking up in a charming European town, sipping coffee as medieval castles glide past your window, and stepping right off the ship into the heart of the destination. No long bus rides, no packing and unpacking — just immersive, effortless exploration.
With AmaWaterways, expect:
✔️ Award-winning, boutique ships
✔️ Locally inspired cuisine & drinks
✔️ Guided excursions included (yes, included!)
✔️ Intimate, relaxed atmosphere
✔️ Unmatched service that feels like home
River cruising is slow travel done right — meaningful, enriching, and refreshingly personal.
Ready to sail through storybook landscapes in luxury? Let’s make it happen.
#BrightLifeTravelCo #RiverCruiseDreams #AmaWaterways #TravelDifferently #LuxuryRiverCruise #SlowTravel #EuropeByRiver #CruiseGoals
Hawaii is calling and this itinerary is pure magic 🌺✨
Stay on both the Big Island and Oahu for the ultimate blend of culture, history, and adventure. Explore Pearl Harbor, experience the Polynesian Cultural Center, dive into the ocean with turtles and sharks, and cruise Waikiki’s sparkling waters. Then head to the Big Island to walk through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, snorkel with manta rays at night, and chase waterfalls.
This is the kind of trip your family will talk about for years to come. 🌊🌴
#BrightLifeTravelCo #HawaiiVacation #FamilyTravel #BigIsland #Oahu #BucketListTrip #TravelMore #TropicalAdventure
Our very own @adventures_with_chelsea is onboard the Disney Dream this week with @disneytravelprofessionals getting the whole experience onboard to have all the knowledge to better serve her clients!
We’re loving living through her photos! Halloween on the high seas never disappoints 👊🏼🚢🎃
Get to know our #traveladvisors! Kicking things off with Kristin, our owner, founder, mom extraordinaire! Find out her must-visit locations and what she`s watches when there`s no WiFi on the plane ✈️ #brightlifetravelco
