Natural Long Weekends (2)

These holidays fall on Mondays or Fridays, automatically creating 3-day weekends without taking any additional days off.

International Women's Rights Day (in lieu)

Natural 3-Day Weekend
Holiday Date: Monday, March 10, 2025
Weekend Period: Mar 8 - Mar 10

International Women's Rights Day (in lieu) falls on Monday, creating a natural long weekend

Lao New Year's Day

Natural 3-Day Weekend
Holiday Date: Monday, April 14, 2025
Weekend Period: Apr 12 - Apr 14

Lao New Year's Day falls on Monday, creating a natural long weekend

Bridge Day Opportunities (5)

Take strategic days off to create extended weekends. The more efficient the bridge, the better the return on your vacation days.

New Year's Day

Take 2 days, get 5 days
Holiday Date: Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Days to Take Off: Monday, Dec 30, Tuesday, Dec 31
Total Break: Dec 28 - Jan 1

Take Monday-Tuesday off to create a 5-day break with New Year's Day

Lao New Year's Day

Take 1 day, get 4 days
Holiday Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Days to Take Off: Monday, Apr 14
Total Break: Apr 12 - Apr 15

Take Monday off to bridge Lao New Year's Day for a 4-day weekend

Lao New Year's Day

Take 2 days, get 5 days
Holiday Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Days to Take Off: Monday, Apr 14, Tuesday, Apr 15
Total Break: Apr 12 - Apr 16

Take Monday-Tuesday off to create a 5-day break with Lao New Year's Day

International Labor Day

Take 1 day, get 4 days
Holiday Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
Days to Take Off: Friday, May 2
Total Break: May 1 - May 4

Take Friday off to bridge International Labor Day for a 4-day weekend

Lao National Day

Take 1 day, get 4 days
Holiday Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Days to Take Off: Monday, Dec 1
Total Break: Nov 29 - Dec 2

Take Monday off to bridge Lao National Day for a 4-day weekend

How to Use This Planner

Natural Long Weekends happen automatically when a public holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, giving you a 3-day weekend without using any vacation days.

Bridge Opportunities show where taking just 1-2 vacation days can create a 4-5 day break. These are perfect for maximizing your limited PTO.

Always verify holidays with your employer, as some companies may observe different dates or have additional company holidays.