Bridge guide with examples
We show when to use 1, 2 or 3 vacation days to turn holidays into long breaks, with examples for 2026 and 2027.
Optimize Your Vacation: Turn 30 Days into up to 50 Days of Rest
Planning and Holiday Calendar.
Maximize your rest and browse full calendars by location.
Maximize Your Rest
Our tool scans the calendar to find the perfect bridge days, turning your vacation days into much longer breaks.
Calendar by Location
Access calendars of holidays, optional days and recesses by municipality, state and country — all in one place.
AI Suggestions
Get creative trip ideas! Based on the season and the length of your break, our AI suggests types of activities to inspire your itinerary.
How It Works
In three simple steps, you’ll have an optimized vacation plan.
1
Set Your Location and Vacation Days
Choose your state and city, and tell us how many vacation days you have and how you’d like to split them.
2
Find the Best Dates
With one click, our algorithm crosses your data with every holiday and weekend of the year.
3
Review and Save Your Plans
Get a list of optimized options, with how many rest days each one gives you. Save your favorites!
Practical content you can use today
We explain how to combine holidays, vacation days and optional leave with real examples so you can reduce risk and get more time off.
Validated calendar
Dates verified against official bulletins and local laws; we flag holidays that still depend on a decree.
Ready-to-use plans by city
City-specific suggestions for major hubs, considering municipal and school calendars.
About this content
MaxiDays is a project dedicated to providing accurate and up-to-date information about holiday calendars, enabling you to plan your vacations with confidence. Every holiday is verified against official legislation.
Last updated
January 27, 2026
Methodology
Verification with federal, state and municipal agencies
We recommend always confirming information with your employer or competent agency before making commitments.
Quick holiday FAQs
Direct answers so you can decide without surprises.
How do I choose between taking 1 or 2 days?
Use 1 day when the holiday falls on Friday or Monday; use 2 days if it falls on Tuesday or Thursday to create 4 days off at low cost.
Does this apply to every city?
No. Each city has its own calendar. In MaxiDays, pick your location to see municipal holidays and regional optional days.
How do I avoid HR issues?
Send your plan early, include local holidays, and confirm internal policies about optional days and time-off banks.
Top locations
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New York, NY, United States
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Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Chicago, IL, United States
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Checklist used in recommendations
How we evaluate each holiday
Our checklist to avoid surprises and keep the calendar trustworthy:
Source and validity: we check federal, state and municipal laws and whether a decree is in effect.
Work impact: we note when it is optional leave and whether banks and the public sector typically observe it.
Travel opportunity: we highlight long weekends and dates with lower reschedule risk.
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