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If your paid time off vanished faster than your last vacation cocktail this year, you’re in good company. And while the U.S. may not exactly be known for its generous PTO policies–the average worker gets about 10-11 annually–there is a way to stretch your days off much further without burning through your entire stash.

The secret? Strategic planning around federal holidays and long weekends.

By pairing even just one PTO day with national holidays, you can double, triple, even quadruple your time away from work. And with NYC being the world’s most stressful city to live in, we certainly will take all the time off we can get.

Whether you’re dreaming of a long weekend upstate, a beach escape, or finally booking that international trip, here’s exactly how to maximize your v

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