Is Taking a Long Vacation a Career Crime?

I've been running the show at a busy city hotel for four years now, climbing from front desk to general manager. But here's the kicker: I’ve never taken more than a week off, even though my contract says I get three weeks paid vacation. So, I finally decided to plan a month-long break next year—yes, a whole month! I trained my supervisor, made sure everything would run smoothly, and thought I was being responsible. But when I told my regional manager, she sounded genuinely disappointed, and the owners weren’t thrilled either. Suddenly, my dedication over the years seemed invisible, replaced by their shock that I’d even consider being away that long. Now I’m second-guessing myself. Am I wrong for wanting time off after years of hard work? Or is this just how it goes when you’re in charge? I’d love to hear your thoughts—am I overthinking, or is this a real issue? 😕 #worklifebalance #vacationguilt #careerquestions #JobCareer