Luxembourg combines 26 days of paid annual leave with 11 public holidays, giving workers 37 days off a year. It also offers some of the highest salaries globally, making time off particularly valuable.

Sick pay is among the best globally, with employees receiving full salary for 77 days before long-term benefits continue for up to 78 weeks. Maternity leave lasts a lengthy 20 weeks at full pay, with 10 days of paternity leave also available for new dads. Luxembourg delivers across the board when it comes to work-life balance.

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