The long holidays have just ended and here we are facing another year (and expecting more holidays to come!). At least I can say so for myself. For hardworking employees, public holidays are the only time they can relax and take a break from their work, other than weekends of course.

The list of public holidays in the Philippines for 2009 is already out. That’s good. Filipinos can already plan early their vacations for this year. Don’t forget to plan ahead!

2009
1 Jan New Year’s Day.
24 Feb EDSA Revolution Day.
9 Apr Bataan Day (Araw ng Kagitingan)/Maundy Thursday.
10 Apr Good Friday.
4 May Labour Day.
15 Jun Independence Day.
30 Aug National Heroes’ Day.
21 Sep Eid Ul Fitr (exact date varies).
1 Nov All Saints’ Day.
30 Nov Bonifacio Day.
25 Dec Christmas Day.
30 Dec Rizal Day.
31 Dec New Year’s Eve.