Everything that changes in France in May 2025May 2025 in France features three public holidays, potential rail strikes, and implications for electric vehicle registration fees.
5 reasons to look forward to May in FranceMay in France offers multiple public holidays and spring festivities, making it a unique month filled with joy and beauty.
Reader question: Why does secular France have so many Catholic holidays?France, despite being secular, has many public holidays rooted in Catholic traditions.The country's secularism is codified in a law that contrasts with its religious history.
5 reasons to look forward to May in FranceMay in France offers multiple public holidays and spring festivities, making it a unique month filled with joy and beauty.
Reader question: Why does secular France have so many Catholic holidays?France, despite being secular, has many public holidays rooted in Catholic traditions.The country's secularism is codified in a law that contrasts with its religious history.
What's open and closed over Easter weekend in GermanyEaster creates a significant four-day holiday period influencing business operations and family vacations in Germany.
La Belle Vie: Must-visit French villages and is May France's best month of the year?Good Friday is not a public holiday in most of France, contrasting with other European countries.
What's open and closed over Easter weekend in GermanyEaster creates a significant four-day holiday period influencing business operations and family vacations in Germany.
La Belle Vie: Must-visit French villages and is May France's best month of the year?Good Friday is not a public holiday in most of France, contrasting with other European countries.
Why Berlin residents get an extra holiday this yearPublic holidays in Germany vary by state, reflecting religious and cultural diversity, with Berlin's unique additions.
From dancing bans to forbidden films: How strict are Germans over Easter?There are varying and strict dancing bans on Good Friday across Germany despite a decline in the Christian population.
Inside Germany: Boozy public holidays, bilingual kids and the countdown to Euro 2024A good year for public holidays in Germany, especially in May, allowing for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment.
Why Berlin residents get an extra holiday this yearPublic holidays in Germany vary by state, reflecting religious and cultural diversity, with Berlin's unique additions.
From dancing bans to forbidden films: How strict are Germans over Easter?There are varying and strict dancing bans on Good Friday across Germany despite a decline in the Christian population.
Inside Germany: Boozy public holidays, bilingual kids and the countdown to Euro 2024A good year for public holidays in Germany, especially in May, allowing for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment.
Why is Maundy Thursday a holiday in Denmark and Norway but not in Sweden?Danish and Norwegian workers enjoy Maundy Thursday off, while Swedes do not, due to historical differences in church reform policies.
EXPLAINED: The Spring rail strikes that could hit train services in FrancePotential strikes by French rail unions could disrupt travel during Easter and May public holidays.Sud-Rail and CGT Cheminots are planning strike actions affecting rail services in the coming weeks.
What changes in France in April 2024April marks the beginning of various April traditions and changes in France, including practical jokes, public holidays, and significant updates for motorists.
Family Day 2025: Here's what open and closed in Toronto on Monday | CBC NewsFamily Day in Ontario allows families to enjoy activities together, despite varying public service hours due to winter weather.
Google Calendar removed events like Pride and BHM because its holiday list wasn't 'sustainable'Google Calendar has removed default highlights for cultural events like Pride month and Black History Month, leading to user outrage.
These are the countries with the most bank holidaysMaximizing holiday allowance is crucial for travel planning, especially in light of potential reductions in bank holidays.
Google Calendar removed events like Pride and BHM because its holiday list wasn't 'sustainable'Google Calendar has removed default highlights for cultural events like Pride month and Black History Month, leading to user outrage.
These are the countries with the most bank holidaysMaximizing holiday allowance is crucial for travel planning, especially in light of potential reductions in bank holidays.
Across Asia, hundreds of millions gather to mark lunar new yearThe lunar new year celebrations in Asia emphasize family gatherings, cultural traditions, and are marked by record travel and festive decorations.
Why Are NYC Schools Closed The Day After Halloween?NYC students get a day off on November 1st for Diwali, a new public school holiday, post-Halloween.
Here's How to Turn 11 Vacation Days Into 44 in 2025Maximize vacation time by strategically taking PTO around public holidays, transforming 11 days of leave into 44 days of vacation.
How to double your holiday allowance in 2025Strategic leave booking around holidays maximizes vacation time with minimal annual leave usage.