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About the Department

Who We Are

The United Nations Department of Vacations was established to ensure every member of the UN workforce has access to well-deserved rest and recreation. Our department coordinates global vacation programs that support both the physical and emotional well-being of UN employees deployed across the world.

Our Mission

To promote balance, resilience, and happiness among the people who dedicate their lives to peace, health, and humanitarian service.

Our Vision

A world where those who serve others are equally cared for — through time, rest, and renewal. 

UN Sustainable Development Goals

💙 Who We Serve

UN Doctors & Medical Personnel
Providing relief and wellness retreats for doctors and nurses who serve in global medical crises and humanitarian missions.

Military & Peacekeeping Forces
Supporting peacekeepers with recovery and recreation opportunities after deployments in demanding and high-stress environments.

Humanitarian & Field Workers
Ensuring engineers, logisticians, and aid workers have access to time away, so they can continue their vital missions with renewed energy.