Back to reality after summer holidays? Make the most of the benefits

Summer has come to an end and it’s time to get back into the work rhythm. After the holidays, it often turns out that some company benefits remained unused – and that’s a pity. If you didn’t use your employee points during the summer vacation, you can still treat yourself to an even more pleasant autumn break. Or use the points next year. We’ve got a few ideas on how to spend the remaining points (and those that will be added).

What will you find in this article?

• Why you shouldn’t neglect rest

• How you can use your benefits before they expire

• Where we recommend going in autumn

• Why it’s worth using benefits after summer

Why it’s worth using benefits after summer

Do you come back from summer holidays to your work routine with the feeling that you’d like to go away again? Right now is the perfect moment to check your benefit points balance and plan how to use them best – for example through the Wakacje za benefity portal. There are quite a few reasons why it’s worth remembering:

Recovery and rest are an investment in yourself

Benefits are not just a reward – they can help you regain strength, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. Even a short autumn weekend getaway can restore energy and boost focus at work.

Higher productivity and creativity

Studies show that regular rest improves problem-solving skills, supports creativity, and boosts motivation. You don’t need to take time off only during summer or spring holidays. Using benefits for shorter or longer breaks can help you “recharge your batteries” also outside the main summer season.

Autumn offers unique experiences

Whether it’s hiking in autumn nature, wellness stays, or culinary events – the remaining benefits can be spent on experiences you didn’t have time for in summer, or when the weather wasn’t right.

What to do with unused points

Another vacation – that’s obvious! Or maybe not? Not everyone is planning a longer trip this year – but that doesn’t mean the points have to go to waste.

Convert points into a voucher

Benefit points can easily be converted into vouchers and used later – for example in spring or summer. 

Give them as a gift

If you know you won’t use all your employee points, convert them into a voucher that you can also give to someone else. 

Go just for one day or weekend

You don’t have to pack for a two-week vacation – rest also comes during a long weekend. From a one-day wellness stay to a weekend in the Dolomites. Even a small experience can brighten the whole week, especially when a public holiday makes it longer.

Where to go for an autumn holiday

Autumn has its charm – nature shines with all colors, places are not crowded, and prices are often more favorable than in the main season. The hot summer days give way to pleasant temperatures (until the autumn rain arrives), making traveling much more comfortable.

Long weekends in nature

Go to the mountains, national parks, or forests. The colorful autumn scenery and fresh air are perfect not only for hiking but also for cycling.

Gastronomic experiences

Autumn is the time of grape harvest, seasonal festivals, and local specialties – a great way to combine travel with culinary pleasures. Go, for example, to Zielona Góra or Sandomierz and enjoy southwestern Poland in its autumn version.

Cultural and city stays

No more hot city centers with little shade. No more crowds at the most interesting monuments. Autumn is simply the perfect time to visit cities and really experience them – including enjoying their rich cultural offerings. The capital Warsaw never gets boring, and to see what smaller towns have to offer, check out Toruń or Kazimierz Dolny.

Whether you decide on a long weekend, a wellness stay, a wine tasting during grape harvest, or converting your points into a voucher for next year, the most important thing is not to leave them unused. Benefits are meant to bring joy, rest, and new experiences – also outside the main season.

Plan your autumn so it warms you not only physically but also spiritually. At Wakacje za benefity we’ll be happy to help you with that.