Just returned from a sun-kissed escape with bleached hair, grains of sand still in your bag, and the post-vacation blues in full swing? Back-to-routine lacks appeal, even after trend shopping like the hot denim skirt, home redecorating, or gym memberships. The perfect counter: plot your next getaway! As travel experts, we've crunched the numbers—strategically taking just 10 days off unlocks 37 days of vacation by bridging French public holidays. On your marks, get set, book!
With late 2020 offering only 3 public holidays, turn to 2021 stays. November's All Saints' Day (1st) falls on Sunday, but Armistice Day (11th) is Wednesday. Use Thursday and Friday for paid leave or RTT to score a 5-day weekend.
For Christmas holidays, snag 10 days by requesting just 4. December 25 and January 1 land on Fridays—take the first 4 weekdays off for 10 days off.
2021 holidays often hit weekends, but capitalize on these: Ascension (May 13, Thursday) and Armistice (November 11, Thursday)—add Friday for 4-day weekends. Bastille Day (July 14, Wednesday) pairs with 2 RTT days for a 5-day summer break.
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