Do you feel amazed with everyday grind? It can bring not one, but two long weekends – ideal for disconnecting and recharge. Whether you are looking at the home destination of quiet hills in the northeast or fresh greenery in South India, these extended breaks are your chance to feel peaceful.
Here are long weekends in May 2025
This month it contains two such extended breaks thanks to Labor Day and Buddha Purnima.
May 2, 2025: The first long weekend began on Thursday, May 1, observed as the Labor Day. By taking time off on Friday, May 2, people can enjoy a four -day stretching of the holidays by Sunday.
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May 10, 2025: The second long weekend begins on Saturday 10 May and continues to Monday, May 12, which is a public holiday for Buddha Purnima.
Domestic destinations in India
May is an ideal time to explore destinations in cold weather throughout India, especially in the northeastern and hilly areas.
1. Shilllong in Meghalaya: It is often called “Scotland in the east”, offers a refreshing climate, stunning waterfalls and fresh green hills. Visitors can enjoy quiet places like Umam Lake, Cascading Elephant Falls and Mawlynnong, celebrated as the cleanest Asian village.
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2. Valley Ziro in ARUNACHAL PRADESH: Ideal for those looking for a quiet, unusual retreat. It is surrounded by rice fields and home of the unique Apatani tribal culture, it is a refuge for slow travel and photography.
3. Darjeeling in West Bengal: Scenic beauty of magic visitors with tea gardens, train and views of Kanhenjung.
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4. Ladakh: It opens to tourists in May and offers a breathtaking landscape of high heights, monasteries and excursion paths.
5. Munnar in Kerala: Known for his tea plantations and Eavicula National Park, while Coorg in Karnataka offers Misty Hills, coffee estates and picturesque waterfalls.
International destination
1st Dubai, UAE: Just a short flight from India, ideal for shopping, luxury and desert safari.
2. Maldives: Squeaky-Clean Beaches and Overwater Villas are ideal for relaxing escape.
3. Sri Lanka: Fresh landscapes, beaches and culture are all close.
4. Nepal: Great for treks, temples and peaceful retreats.
5th Thailand: Affordable, live nightlife and tropical beauty.
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