How to Plan Your Trips Ahead With These 2023 Public Holidays

Dec 07, 2022

Are you ready for your summer vacation? We're here to help! We've put together a list of public holidays and other events that could impact your travels in the year ahead. Whether you're planning your first trip ever or are an experienced traveler, we hope this guide will help make sure that you have everything covered.

Knowing the 2023 public holidays will help you plan your trip ahead for next year. You'll know what days are expected to be off work, what days are expected to be busier than usual, and how much time you should expect to spend at your destination.

These holidays are important to keep in mind because they can determine how long it takes to get from one place to another.

If you are traveling to a different state or country, knowing the public holidays that fall during your travels will help you determine how long it will take you to get through customs and immigration.

If you are driving, knowing these holidays can help you plan ahead and make sure that there is enough time left before your trip ends so that you don't run out of gas or break down on the side of the road!


January 1 to 2: New Year's Day

The first day of January is also a public holiday, meaning all government offices and businesses are closed on this day. You should also know that New Year's Day is a national holiday, which means all government offices and businesses are closed on this day.

However, if you have to travel abroad during these days (e.g., from Manila), your employer may require you to work overtime or even report back early from your trip because they want to make sure there will be no delays in deliveries or services provided by their employees during this period.

April 9: Araw ng Kagitingan

Araw Ng Kagitingan, or the Day of Valor and Sacrifice, is a day to remember the sacrifices of Filipinos in the Second World War. It is a national holiday, and it's also a day to remember our heroes who fought for our country during that time.

On this day, we can celebrate by paying tribute to them through activities like parades and other commemorative events held all over Metro Manila, such as at Robinson's Place Arena in Quezon City, where they played against Team Canada (which won).

April 21 to 22: Eid'l Fitr

Eid'l Fitr (also called Eid-ul-Fitr) is the end of Ramadan for Muslims. It marks the end of their fasting and celebration with family and friends, as well as giving charity to those in need. The holiday lasts three days, from a Friday to Sunday, so you'll have plenty of time to plan your trip around it!

May 1: Labor Day

Labor Day in the Philippines is celebrated on May 1. The holiday is a national holiday, which means that it's observed throughout the country. The Philippine Labor Union also holds its annual congress on Labor Day every year.

The best thing to do during this holiday is to plan your trip ahead of time. This way, you won't be scrambling when the time comes to go somewhere.

During Labor Day, Filipinos will gather at their places of work to share together their happiness, appreciation, and gratitude for all the hard work they have done throughout the year. They will also celebrate with food and drinks as well as other merriment activities like games, dances, and sports events.

June 12: Independence Day

June 12 is a national holiday in the Philippines. It commemorates the declaration of Philippine independence from Spain on this date in 1898. The holiday is celebrated with fireworks and parades throughout the country, as well as events at various venues such as museums and parks.

The celebration includes performances by celebrities who often dress up in costumes that honor their favorite historical characters from Filipino history or culture (for example, Ninoy Aquino or Jose Rizal).

Planning your trip to the Philippines for Independence Day? Make sure you're prepared for all the fun activities that are sure to be happening!

Independence Day is a big deal in the Philippines, so you'll want to plan your trip so that you can take advantage of all the festivities. The first thing people do when they get home from work on July 4 is going see a fireworks show. You can book tickets ahead of time or just show up and grab one at the event itself. Every city has its own fun events and ceremonies, but if you're going to one of the bigger cities where there are more things going on, it might be hard to find everything in one day—so make sure you see as many attractions as possible on this day!

August 21: Ninoy Aquino Day

Ninoy Aquino Day is a national holiday in the Philippines. Ninoy Aquino Day, also known as the Constitution Day of the Philippines, is a national holiday celebrated on August 21 every year. This day honors the memory of Ninoy Aquino, a Filipino politician who fought for the country's independence during the 1960s and 1970s.

August 28: National Heroes Day

August 28, 2023 is a public holiday. It's a tribute to the heroes of our country, who fought for what they believed in and made sure that we have freedom today. The heroes who fall under this category include Jose Rizal, Andres Bonifacio, and Apolinario Mabini—all Filipinos whose works are admired by all Filipinos today.

Also, the holiday was created to recognize the contributions of past and present Filipino heroes who have made significant contributions to the country's history.

This holiday is very important because it brings people together to remember all of these brave individuals who have served their country so well. The holiday also highlights the importance of national unity by bringing everyone together under one flag and celebrating the achievements of these great people while they are still alive.


Start planning your vacation days ahead.

Planning ahead is a great way to save time and money, but it can also make your trip more enjoyable. You're less likely to get caught in traffic or find yourself stranded without an internet connection, so you can spend more time enjoying the sights and sounds of your destination. And if something goes wrong on your trip—like an injury or illness—you won't have any trouble getting back home because there will be fewer public holidays around that time!

Public holidays in the Philippines are a great way to celebrate your country. From the annual celebration of Independence Day, Labor Day, and Ninoy Aquino Day, you can guarantee that a lot will be going on during those days. You should plan ahead so that you know when each one falls and how much time it will take away from work or school. The best thing is that these holidays come around every year, so there's no need to worry about missing out again!

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