It may not feel like it, but we're now over half-way through 2024, and for many people thoughts are turning towards summer holidays. The August bank holiday is just weeks away and for many people across Ireland, it provides a much-needed break and a perfect opportunity for a summer getaway. It also coincides with the school summer holidays, so families often use this opportunity to book time off work.
It's traditionally one of the busiest travel periods. While some choose to stay local, taking advantage of Ireland's coasts, countryside and many events happening across the country, others head abroad to enjoy sun-soaked beaches. But no matter what your plans are, the key is to plan ahead.
With this in mind, some savvy planners could take advantage of the August bank holiday, which falls on Monday, August 5 this year. There is the potential to get a generous nine days off work, using only four days of annual leave. READ MORE: Michael Kors bags at unbeatable prices in huge sale - with sought-after item down to just €52 READ MORE: Met Eireann July heatwave verdict as weather maps show Ireland sizzling in 26C scorcher If you book four days of annual leave on Tuesday, August 6, Wednesday, August 7, Thursday, August 8 and Friday, August 9, you could get a luxurious nine-day break beginning Friday, August 2 and ending on Sunday, August 11.
This is because you have the weekends before and after and you already have the Monday off for the bank holiday. This hack leverages the bank ho.