May Bank Holiday Breaks 2010

Get the most from your bank holiday weekends in May!

May Bank Holiday BreaksIn the UK, May is blessed with two bank holiday weekends, and it seems a shame to spend those rare three day bank holiday weekends at home when there are so many fantastic places to escape to for a short break. The May Day bank holiday (Early May bank holiday) on the first Monday and the Spring bank holiday on the last represent the two bank holidays in May, with the actual bank holiday Mondays falling on the 3rd and 31st May in 2010.

The actual origins of the May Bank Holidays, especially May Day, are somewhat unclear, originating in pre-Christian Europe, yet adopted to mean many things to many people. The May Bank holiday celebrations are now usually seen as the start of summer, providing a chance to rid you of the winter blues over the May Bank Holiday weekend.


Top Five May Bank Holiday Destinations

May Bank Holidays in ScotlandMay Bank Holidays in Scotland
There are always a huge number of May bank holiday events put on in Scotland. Show Scotland is an unmissable bank holiday celebration of creative culture hosted in galleries, museums and town centres across the country.

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May Bank Holidays in FranceMay Bank Holidays in France
With only three days to take over a May bank holiday weekend and quick transport options, France is a great choice for a bank holiday break. Plus with three May holidays of their own, there is always something special to do!

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May Bank Holidays in WalesMay Bank Holidays in Wales
Escaping to Wales with your family in May is a wonderful experience. The rural regions are coming into full bloom by May Day, providing some of the most picturesque and charming places to enjoy the bank holiday Monday.

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May Bank Holidays in PortugalMay Bank Holidays in Portugal
If you would like to celebrate your May Bank Holiday weekend in the sun, the beaches of Portugal's famous Algarve region are beginning to get into full swing, letting you enjoy the first hot summer holidays of the year.

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May Bank Holidays in EnglandMay Bank Holidays in England
There are a number of villages and towns in England which offer fantastic May Day Celebrations, including the Obby Oss Festival in Padstow and the traditional May Day events in Whitstable and Rochester in Kent.

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There are many options for taking bank holiday weekend breaks, with many of our holiday home owners happy to take short bookings over bank holidays if you do not wish to take a full week off work after the bank holiday Monday. The chance to spend a little quality time with your family is a great motivation to taking a bank holiday break abroad. However, with such a short time with which to travel, you may wish to take a holiday close to home in the UK.

The May bank holidays are still celebrated in a traditional style in many town and villages throughout the UK. Morris dancers, Maypoles and sporting events are enjoyed with gusto in many regions, from the traditional May Day celebrations in Whitstable and Rochester to the Guineas Racing Festival at Newmarket Racecourse and from the Spirit of Speyside Whiskey Festival to the Exmoor Walking and Cycling Festival in Devon. Wherever you wish to be for the May bank holiday weekends, finding excellent entertainment will be easy.

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Amelia, excellent central location in Funchal. Easy walking to attractions
Portugal , Madeira Island , Funchal
This is a very spacious, light and airy luxury 1 bedroom apartment, in an excellent central location in the City of Funchal. This 2nd floor apartment is ideal for wheelchair access and it is served by 2 lifts . The apartment is close to the bea... [full details of property 408337]

South Beach Miami Luxury Apartment right on the beach
North America , USA , Florida , Southern Florida , Miami Area , South Beach
Luxury one bedroom apartment with kitchen in the heart of South Beach. Located in The Carlyle an iconic Art Deco building at 1250 Ocean Drive. The Carlyle has featured in movies such as Scarface & The Birdcage and was recently refurbished to a hig... [full details of property 84567]

VICHY 15 miles- Happy&very comfortable home in real mountain village
France , Auvergne , Puy-de-Dome
Family home renovated to a very high standard (Ainsley bone china), situated on one acre of garden in 2000 inhabitants village. The village has a FABULOUS baker, a pharmacy, a butcher, two grocers, two hairdressers,one beauty shop, a newsagent, a ... [full details of property 1735]

EXCEPTIONAL RESIDENCE,15% DISCOUNT - PARC, 2 POOLS & TENNIS. SEA -0.3miles
France , Cote d'Azur - Riviera , Cannes - Grasse - Antibes , Cannes
15% DISC UNTIL 18TH DEC -This delightful apartment on 2ND FLOOR with LIFT of terraced residence has a very large sitting room & 2 double bedrooms with en suite marbled bathrooms. There is also a third, guest shower room. The huge sitting room 28 ... [full details of property 430315]

Character Apartment, Old Auberge, Charming Village in SW France.
France , Midi-Pyrenees , Lot
This peaceful 19th Century old Auberge is situated in the centre of the tranquil village of Saint Projet with a view of the Chateau. It is close to the medieval town of Gourdon in South West France. Auberge du Causse has been recently restored and... [full details of property 54865]


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Amelia, excellent central location in Funchal. Easy walking to attractions
Portugal , Madeira Island , Funchal
This is a very spacious, light and airy luxury 1 bedroom apartment, in an excellent central location in the City of Funchal. This 2nd floor apartment is ideal for wheelchair access and it is served by 2 lifts . The apartment is close to the bea... [full details of property 408337]

South Beach Miami Luxury Apartment right on the beach
North America , USA , Florida , Southern Florida , Miami Area , South Beach
Luxury one bedroom apartment with kitchen in the heart of South Beach. Located in The Carlyle an iconic Art Deco building at 1250 Ocean Drive. The Carlyle has featured in movies such as Scarface & The Birdcage and was recently refurbished to a hig... [full details of property 84567]

VICHY 15 miles- Happy&very comfortable home in real mountain village
France , Auvergne , Puy-de-Dome
Family home renovated to a very high standard (Ainsley bone china), situated on one acre of garden in 2000 inhabitants village. The village has a FABULOUS baker, a pharmacy, a butcher, two grocers, two hairdressers,one beauty shop, a newsagent, a ... [full details of property 1735]

EXCEPTIONAL RESIDENCE,15% DISCOUNT - PARC, 2 POOLS & TENNIS. SEA -0.3miles
France , Cote d'Azur - Riviera , Cannes - Grasse - Antibes , Cannes
15% DISC UNTIL 18TH DEC -This delightful apartment on 2ND FLOOR with LIFT of terraced residence has a very large sitting room & 2 double bedrooms with en suite marbled bathrooms. There is also a third, guest shower room. The huge sitting room 28 ... [full details of property 430315]

Character Apartment, Old Auberge, Charming Village in SW France.
France , Midi-Pyrenees , Lot
This peaceful 19th Century old Auberge is situated in the centre of the tranquil village of Saint Projet with a view of the Chateau. It is close to the medieval town of Gourdon in South West France. Auberge du Causse has been recently restored and... [full details of property 54865]


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