Disconnecting on vacation seems like a no brainer. Vacation is our reward for those long nights spent working to meet tight deadlines, but its sometimes hard to not take the stress, deadlines, and projects with you. How do you disconnect on vacation when work is just a click away on your smartphone? While there is no simple answer, you can take some steps prior to setting foot on the plane can help immensely. 1. Establish expectations: Talk to your manager and anyone else within your department who may need to contact you while you’re away. Read more.