"much needed vacation" is correct and usable in written English. It can be used when you want to emphasize how important and necessary a vacation is. Example: After working non-stop for months, I'm finally going on a much needed vacation.
Happy Holidaze to all and to all a much needed vacation!
The Obamas are taking a much needed vacation this week -- but not before squeezing in a quick public appearance, of course.
I'm not saying don't plan that much needed vacation, or take some time off work to start a new hobby or stay in the AC, but it's important to remember that balance and self-respect should be something you practice in all four seasons of the year.
Although some decisions can be evaluated using objective measures along a single dimension (e.g., choosing between identical items that differ only by their price), many of the decisions humans and animals face have incommensurate consequences (e.g., should I spend my extra money on a much needed vacation, or should I spend that money on much needed home repairs).
Last week I took a much needed working vacation by flying to Reno.
Then, on the second day of our much needed family vacation, Bill's back herniated.
But I am looking forward to a much needed and deserved summer vacation!
Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.
Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com