Ever wonder how everyone on your Facebook friend’s list seems to be on a permanent holiday? While you’ve been staring at your vacation picture flooded timeline, we’ve cracked the code on how they do it. Follow our handy guide on how to make the most of public holidays for 2019 in South Africa.
Plan your leave like a pro
In 2019 South Africans will have three official long weekends. These include public holidays surrounding:
- Easter Weekend
- Youth day
- Women’s day
Compared to last year’s six long weekends the list seems a little short. Not to worry though, with a few days leave you can easily squeeze in three more long weekends for 2019.
Key Dates and Schools Holidays 2019
December holiday: Ends Wednesday 9 January
April holiday: Monday 18 March to Monday 1 April
(10 working days, 16 total days)
July holiday: Monday 17 June to Monday 8 July
(15 working days, 22 total days)
September holiday: Monday 23 September to Monday 30 September
(4 working days, 10 total days)
December holiday: Starts 5 December
When to take Leave
Take the amount of leave days on these specific dates to sneak in a few extra long weekends in 2019.
- Public Holiday: Human Rights Day, Thursday 21 March.
Take leave: Friday 22 March
Days leave: 1
Total days off: 4
- Public Holiday: Worker’s day, Wednesday 1 May.
Take leave: Monday & Tuesday 29 & 30 April
Days leave: 2
Total days off: 5
- Public Holiday: Heritage Day, Tuesday 24 September.
Take leave: Monday, 23 September
Days leave: 1
Total days off: 4
Book in Advance
Now that you’ve gotten the leave cheat sheet for 2019, book your getaway in advance to take advantage of early bird offers and special rates. Make your Facebook friends jealous and book your stay at your favourite Anew hotel today.
