AFTER months of challenges caused by the coronavirus pandemic, it is more important than ever to get our work-life balance in order for 2021.
Many of us had to cancel our holiday plans this year, but we may be able to pack our suitcases and travel again next year.
With this year drawing to a close in a matter of weeks now may be the time to start planning how to maximise your annual leave.
Here are some ways to potentially double your holiday allowance for next year.
2021 Bank Holiday dates
Friday, January 1 - New Year's Day
Friday, April 2 - Good Friday
Monday, April 5 - Easter Monday
Monday, May 3 - May Bank Holiday
Monday, May 31 - Spring Bank Holiday
Monday, August 20 - Summer Bank Holiday
Monday, December 27 - Christmas Day
Tuesday, December 28 - Boxing Day
How to maximise your time off
In January you can take a ten-day holiday by booking four days off between January 1 to January 9.
You could manage a ten-day break in April between by booking four days off between April 2 and April 11.
In may you can enjoy a nine-day trip by taking four days off and a three-day weekend.
Another nine-day break could be on the cards if you book four days off between August 28 and September 6.
During the festive period you can treat yourself to a ten-day holiday by booking just three days off between December 23 to January 3.
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