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May Bank Holiday Breaks 2009

Get the most from your bank holiday weekends in May!

May Bank Holiday Breaks In 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 4th and 25th May in 2009.

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 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.

» View Early May Bank Holiday Accommodation in Scotland
» View Late May Bank Holiday Accommodation in Scotland

May 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!

» View Early May Bank Holiday Accommodation in France
» View Late May Bank Holiday Accommodation in France

May 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.

» View Early May Bank Holiday Accommodation in Wales
» View Late May Bank Holiday Accommodation in Wales

May 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.

» View Early May Bank Holiday Accommodation in Portugal
» View Late May Bank Holiday Accommodation in Portugal

May 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.

»View Early May Bank Holiday Accommodation in England
»View Late May Bank Holiday Accommodation in England

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.

See a selection of homes available during Early May Bank Holidays from 03/05/08 to 05/05/08

Luxurious 1-bed apartment steps from La Croisette
1 bedrooms to sleep 4
From £NaN per week
Cannes | France

Luxury villa sun decks sea views communal pool close to all amenities
3 bedrooms to sleep 6
From £342 per week
El Campello | Spain

Superior Apartment With Panoramic Views Of Sea And Mountains
2 bedrooms to sleep 5
From £275 per week
Mijas Costa | Spain

See a selection of homes available during Late May Bank Holidays from 24/05/08 to 30/05/08

Luxurious 1-bed apartment steps from La Croisette
1 bedrooms to sleep 4
From £NaN per week
Cannes | France

Luxury villa sun decks sea views communal pool close to all amenities
3 bedrooms to sleep 6
From £342 per week
El Campello | Spain

Superior Apartment With Panoramic Views Of Sea And Mountains
2 bedrooms to sleep 5
From £275 per week
Mijas Costa | Spain

See search results for homes available during Early May Bank Holidays from 03/05/08 to 05/05/08

Luxurious 1-bed apartment steps from La Croisette
France , Cote d'Azur - Riviera , Cannes - Grasse - Antibes , Cannes
This first floor, one bedroom apartment in Les Arcades, is situated on Rue du Commandant André, one of the most exclusive and vibrant streets in Cannes. The street links La Croisette to the main shopping street, Rue d’Antibes. The apartment is cen... [full details of property 69960]

Luxury villa sun decks sea views communal pool close to all amenities
Spain , Alicante - Costa Blanca , Alicante area , El Campello
This large 3-bedroom villa is situated at Dorado country Club 20 minutes from Alicante airport. The spacious accommodation comprises of one double & two twin bedded rooms. There are two bathrooms, the master being en suite, with a large lounge, di... [full details of property 63305]

Superior Apartment With Panoramic Views Of Sea And Mountains
Spain , Andalucia , Malaga Province (Costa del Sol) , West Costa del Sol , Mijas area , Mijas Costa
Just minutes away from beach, racecourse, the mountains and excellent golf courses, this new third floor apartment lies between Fuengirola and Marbella. Facing south-west with large balcony, there are two superb swimming pools and a jacuzzi overlo... [full details of property 8395]

2-bed Cannes apartment - one minute from Palais
France , Cote d'Azur - Riviera , Cannes - Grasse - Antibes , Cannes
This apartment is the perfect Cannes location for anyone - whether coming for one of the many festivals / congresses or simply for a holiday or break away. The apartment is on the top (5th) floor of a typically french building with a lift. The apa... [full details of property 65626]

Luxury property with any comfort in village overl. the Ocean.
Portugal , Lisbon & Costa de Lisboa , Costa do Estoril - Lisbon area , Sintra area , Colares
The villa offers: A large suited, double-bedroom facing the sheltered pool, with bathroom, walk-in wardrobe and own sun-terrace. A medium-size twin-bedroom with its own bathroom and facing a little patio (to be used as a sun-terrace). A large suit... [full details of property 18250]

» See all available homes during Early May Bank Holidays

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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 4th and 25th May in 2009. 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 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. » View Early May Bank Holiday Accommodation in Scotland » View Late May Bank Holiday Accommodation in Scotland May 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! » View Early May Bank Holiday Accommodation in France » View Late May Bank Holiday Accommodation in France May 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. » View Early May Bank Holiday Accommodation in Wales » View Late May Bank Holiday Accommodation in Wales May 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. » View Early May Bank Holiday Accommodation in Portugal » View Late May Bank Holiday Accommodation in Portugal May 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. »View Early May Bank Holiday Accommodation in England »View Late May Bank Holiday Accommodation in England 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. See a selection of homes available during Early May Bank Holidays from 03/05/08 to 05/05/08 Luxurious 1-bed apartment steps from La Croisette 1 bedrooms to sleep 4 From £NaN per week Cannes \| France Luxury villa sun decks sea views communal pool close to all amenities 3 bedrooms to sleep 6 From £342 per week El Campello \| Spain Superior Apartment With Panoramic Views Of Sea And Mountains 2 bedrooms to sleep 5 From £275 per week Mijas Costa \| Spain See a selection of homes available during Late May Bank Holidays from 24/05/08 to 30/05/08 Luxurious 1-bed apartment steps from La Croisette 1 bedrooms to sleep 4 From £NaN per week Cannes \| France Luxury villa sun decks sea views communal pool close to all amenities 3 bedrooms to sleep 6 From £342 per week El Campello \| Spain Superior Apartment With Panoramic Views Of Sea And Mountains 2 bedrooms to sleep 5 From £275 per week Mijas Costa \| Spain See search results for homes available during Early May Bank Holidays from 03/05/08 to 05/05/08 Luxurious 1-bed apartment steps from La Croisette France , Cote d'Azur - Riviera , Cannes - Grasse - Antibes , Cannes This first floor, one bedroom apartment in Les Arcades, is situated on Rue du Commandant André, one of the most exclusive and vibrant streets in Cannes. The street links La Croisette to the main shopping street, Rue d’Antibes. The apartment is cen... [full details of property 69960] Luxury villa sun decks sea views communal pool close to all amenities Spain , Alicante - Costa Blanca , Alicante area , El Campello This large 3-bedroom villa is situated at Dorado country Club 20 minutes from Alicante airport. The spacious accommodation comprises of one double & two twin bedded rooms. There are two bathrooms, the master being en suite, with a large lounge, di... [full details of property 63305] Superior Apartment With Panoramic Views Of Sea And Mountains Spain , Andalucia , Malaga Province (Costa del Sol) , West Costa del Sol , Mijas area , Mijas Costa Just minutes away from beach, racecourse, the mountains and excellent golf courses, this new third floor apartment lies between Fuengirola and Marbella. Facing south-west with large balcony, there are two superb swimming pools and a jacuzzi overlo... [full details of property 8395] 2-bed Cannes apartment - one minute from Palais France , Cote d'Azur - Riviera , Cannes - Grasse - Antibes , Cannes This apartment is the perfect Cannes location for anyone - whether coming for one of the many festivals / congresses or simply for a holiday or break away. The apartment is on the top (5th) floor of a typically french building with a lift. The apa... [full details of property 65626] Luxury property with any comfort in village overl. the Ocean. Portugal , Lisbon & Costa de Lisboa , Costa do Estoril - Lisbon area , Sintra area , Colares The villa offers: A large suited, double-bedroom facing the sheltered pool, with bathroom, walk-in wardrobe and own sun-terrace. A medium-size twin-bedroom with its own bathroom and facing a little patio (to be used as a sun-terrace). A large suit... [full details of property 18250] » See all available homes during Early May Bank Holidays See search results for homes available during Late May Bank Holidays from 24/05/08 to 30/05/08 Luxurious 1-bed apartment steps from La Croisette France , Cote d'Azur - Riviera , Cannes - Grasse - Antibes , Cannes This first floor, one bedroom apartment in Les Arcades, is situated on Rue du Commandant André, one of the most exclusive and vibrant streets in Cannes. The street links La Croisette to the main shopping street, Rue d’Antibes. The apartment is cen... [full details of property 69960] Luxury villa sun decks sea views communal pool close to all amenities Spain , Alicante - Costa Blanca , Alicante area , El Campello This large 3-bedroom villa is situated at Dorado country Club 20 minutes from Alicante airport. The spacious accommodation comprises of one double & two twin bedded rooms. There are two bathrooms, the master being en suite, with a large lounge, di... [full details of property 63305] Superior Apartment With Panoramic Views Of Sea And Mountains Spain , Andalucia , Malaga Province (Costa del Sol) , West Costa del Sol , Mijas area , Mijas Costa Just minutes away from beach, racecourse, the mountains and excellent golf courses, this new third floor apartment lies between Fuengirola and Marbella. Facing south-west with large balcony, there are two superb swimming pools and a jacuzzi overlo... [full details of property 8395] 2-bed Cannes apartment - one minute from Palais France , Cote d'Azur - Riviera , Cannes - Grasse - Antibes , Cannes This apartment is the perfect Cannes location for anyone - whether coming for one of the many festivals / congresses or simply for a holiday or break away. The apartment is on the top (5th) floor of a typically french building with a lift. The apa... [full details of property 65626] Luxury property with any comfort in village overl. the Ocean. Portugal , Lisbon & Costa de Lisboa , Costa do Estoril - Lisbon area , Sintra area , Colares The villa offers: A large suited, double-bedroom facing the sheltered pool, with bathroom, walk-in wardrobe and own sun-terrace. A medium-size twin-bedroom with its own bathroom and facing a little patio (to be used as a sun-terrace). A large suit... [full details of property 18250] » See all available homes during Late May Bank Holidays Our best holiday ideas? 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