Christmas leave bonus for workers
Last updated at 11:41 10 December 2007
The Canary Islands are the most popular destination for sun-seekers
Savvy sun-seekers are turning just a few days' leave into two-week breaks this Christmas, it has been revealed.
The way the days fall for the festive season this year means many workplaces will remain shut from December 21 until January 2.
This has prompted a big rush to the sun, according to travel agent TravelRepublic.co.uk, with the Canary Islands and their year-round sun the most popular destination.
Even those workers whose offices will remain open over Christmas are only having to take a few days off to ensure a long time away.
TravelRepublic.co.uk managing director Paul Furner said: "We have seen demand for two-week holidays over Christmas and the New Year soar by 238% compared to this time last year.
"I think this is largely because we were promised a long hot summer which didn't happen, meaning that people postponed their sunshine holidays until the winter."
He went on: "All you hear about at the moment is the rise and rise of the short break, largely in cities. But people need more than a few days of pounding the pavements sightseeing and shopping to recharge their batteries.
"Many companies now close between Christmas and New Year, meaning you can get away for a whole fortnight using just three days' leave. Even if your company does open between Christmas and New Year, you can take just six days' leave for a two-week break."
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