How to relax on the May holidays in Russia? The days off in May. Weekends in May in Ukraine and Belarus
Probably, there are very few people who woulddid not like the May holidays. First of all, the favorite date for many this month is Victory Day, which is celebrated on May 9. However, the holidays preceding this day are a good occasion to rest.
What days do we celebrate May holidays this year?
As some festive dates fall onweekend, will have to face the transfer of these days. So, at the beginning of the month, we rest from the first to the fourth of May inclusive. If you look at the calendar, you'll see that it's Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
As for the Victory Day, it will be possible to rest for three days in a row. It's Saturday, Sunday and Monday. But let's start in order.
May holidays in Russia
On Friday May 1, we celebrate the Holiday of Spring and Labor;
The next two days are the days off;
May 4 is a day off, which this year was postponed from January 4;
5, 6 and 7 May are ordinary working days;
May 8 - shortened pre-holiday working day;
May 9 - Victory Day;
10 May - closed on Sundays;
May 11 - Monday, which is a day off due to the fact that May 9 fell on Saturday.
May holidays in Ukraine
In Ukraine, this list is somewhat shorter, but in general, the neighbors will also be able to have a good rest. Public holidays in May are:
1, May 2 - International Workers' Solidarity Day. As a result, Monday May 4 will be a weekend, and we will be able to rest for four days in a row (May 1, 2, 3, 4)
May 9 is Victory Day, which is also postponed to Monday, so each of us is waiting for three days off (May 9, 10, 11)
Before each state holiday it is recommended to arrange shortened days, so that we can fully prepare.
May holidays in Belarus
The Belarusians have a slightly different attitude toholidays. Those of them that fall out on a day off are not compensated, so they rest a lot less Russians. For example, Victory Day in 2015 falls on a day off (May 9 - Saturday). There will be solemn events in the country, and on Monday everyone will go to work.
A day off from the norm will only be May 1 - Labor Day, as it falls on Friday. Thus, the Belarusians will rest for three days in a row (Friday, Saturday and Sunday).
How to celebrate the May holidays so that they will be remembered?
For those who on May holidays will be in their hometown there are several good options for a pleasant pastime:
Visit on a visit to relatives or friends;
Shopping;
Shish kebabs in the nature;
Going to the museum, theater, planetarium, zoo, cinema with children or friends.
For many people whose lives are differentfast rhythm and big employment, weekends can be an excellent occasion to tidy up your appearance, and also give time to relaxation and walks in nature. Perhaps for someone a festive date - it's just a good reason to read a feature book, which was missing sooner. In any case, use every day for good, then it will remain forever in your life.
