138°
Abu Dhabi
“Dubai’s calmer, richer cousin. Guaranteed winter sun, theme parks and a mosque you won’t forget.”
Sat 1 to Mon 3 May · 2 nights
May Bank Holiday 2027 · In 6 months
Seven ideas for May Bank Holiday, from Dublin
Long weekend: Sat 1 to Mon 3 May · 3 days
Make it longer: take Fri 30 Apr or Tue 4 May off: 4 days for 1 leave day.
Stretch it: take Tue 4 to Fri 7 May off (4 leave days) for 9 days off (Sat 1 to Sun 9 May).
239°
Doha
“Winter sun with skyscrapers and a very good museum. Do not go in July.”
Sat 1 to Mon 3 May · 2 nights
338°
Dubai
“Winter sun turned up to eleven. Skyscrapers, beaches and a mall with an aquarium.”
Sat 1 to Mon 3 May · 2 nights
432°
Cancún and the Riviera Maya
“White sand, turquoise sea, Mayan ruins and swimming in cenotes. Long flight, worth it.”
Sat 1 to Mon 3 May · 2 nights
531°
Orlando
“Theme parks, sunshine and outlet shopping. Your wallet will need a holiday after the holiday.”
Sat 1 to Mon 3 May · 2 nights
632°
Cairo
“The pyramids are every bit as good as you think. The traffic is every bit as bad.”
Sat 1 to Mon 3 May · 2 nights
729°
Marrakech
“Souks, spice, rooftop sunsets and snake charmers. A full-on assault on the senses, in the best way.”
Sat 1 to Mon 3 May · 2 nights
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Make it 9 days off
Take Tue 4 to Fri 7 May off (4 leave days).
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