As a business owner it’s easy to feel like your work is never done – because no matter how much you do, there is always more that could theoretically be done. Many business owners we’ve spoken with also feel that they have a responsibility to be available to their team and that if they step away they are putting an undue burden on their team. So, we wanted to hear from a broad range of business owners on whether they take vacations and we’ve shared some of their responses below.

Jacqueline Sharp

Being your own business- owner and operator and sole proprietor means you are the business. Taking a vacation means planning weeks in advance but that is also the key to running it as well, choose something you love and you never work a day in your life. So there’s no need for a vacation. And with dogs, everyone loves dogs so there’s plenty of people who want to help. Read more>>

Valeria Caballero

I love taking vacations with my family, just me & my husband, especially a girls trip. We all need to take some time and make vacations a priority as well because it’s definitely needed. Read more>>

Nirva Orisca

My love for travel began after I had my son. Postpartum depression can creep in and knock you down, but I was determined to rise above it. I wanted to find something to get me out of the funk I was in, and solo travel came to mind. Read more>>

Rachel Mayers

Yes! I love taking vacations and it’s always a bonus to step away from work every now and then to go do something outside your regular routine. I grew up taking vacations with my family and grew to love the adventure and experiences it brought. Read more>>