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Skyscanner's Updated 'Holidays' Tool: Plan Effortless Long Weekend Getaways

May 1 is fast approaching, followed by May 8, Ascension, and Pentecost—prime opportunities for long weekends. To simplify booking flights during these periods, travel search engine Skyscanner has revamped its 'Holidays' tool, originally launched last year. Now featuring an interactive calendar, sleek new design, intuitive usability, and a dedicated landing page for seamless planning.

A Smart Feature for Hassle-Free Reservations

Access the tool on Skyscanner.fr's holidays page and enter your departure airport. It instantly highlights top deals for escapes to France or abroad, showing stay duration and required days off. For the May Day weekend from Paris, options include a 4-day trip to Geneva (1 day off, from €103 round-trip) or Reykjavik (1 day off, from €104 round-trip). From Marseille on May 8, fly to Barcelona for 4 days from €93 round-trip. Skyscanner also analyzed 2018's top French bookings during bridges: Marrakech topped the list, followed by European cities like Lisbon.

Explore more tailored travel ideas on Skyscanner's holidays page—perfect if you're set for a getaway!