Make the most of every
long weekend with aja
A new year means new chances to escape, unwind and explore. Whether it’s a spontaneous beach break by the Baltic Sea, a few days of mountain air in the Alps or a relaxing spa weekend at Lake Scharmützelsee – aja makes it easy to turn short breaks into real holidays.
Plan smart, travel often, and let every extra day off become a mini getaway to remember.
Some of the best times to travel:
- Easter: spring sunshine and first hikes of the year
- Early May: nature in full bloom – perfect for outdoor adventures
- Autumn & Winter: cosy spa days and festive vibes
Turn public holidays
into little escapes
A little planning goes a long way: with public holidays and long weekends, you can turn just a few days off into a real break. Whether it’s a seaside escape, mountain adventure or a few relaxing days by the lake – aja makes it easy to enjoy more holidays with less effort.
Check your calendar early, pick your favourite weekends and plan ahead — the best spots fill up fast! With a bit of foresight, 2026 could be your year full of spontaneous escapes, long weekends and endless holiday moments.
Public holidays 2026
across Europe
3 April (Friday): Good Friday – the perfect excuse for a spring escape
6 April (Monday): Easter Monday – enjoy four days of pure holiday feeling
1 May (Friday): Labour Day – nature in bloom, ideal for outdoor adventures
25 December (Friday): Christmas Day – cosy winter moments with aja
26 December (Saturday): Boxing Day – extend the festive feeling a little longer
Dates may vary slightly depending on your home country.
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How to make the most
of your 2026 holidays
A little planning goes a long way. With a few smartly chosen days off, you can turn short breaks into real holidays. Check early which public holidays work best with your weekends – and start dreaming about your next aja getaway.
Whether it’s an Easter escape, a sunny May weekend or a cosy winter wellness break – with aja, every extra day feels like a mini holiday. The sooner you plan, the more choice you’ll have – and the sooner you can look forward to the sea, the mountains or the lake.
Our tip: Don’t miss the aja Early Bird offers – book early and make every break count.
Easter Long
Weekend
- Public holidays: 3 April (Good Friday) – 6 April (Easter Monday)
- Recommended travel period: 28 March – 12 April
- Take 8 days off → enjoy 16 days of holiday
Spring is calling! How about salty air and sunshine by the sea in Grömitz, a relaxing wellness escape at Lake Scharmützelsee, or the first mountain sun in Ruhpolding?
Wherever you go – aja makes your Easter break feel like the perfect start to the year.
Long Weekend
around Labour Day
- Public holiday: 1 May (Friday, Labour Day) or in UK first monday of May
- Recommended travel period: 25 April – 3 May
- Take 4 days off → enjoy 9 days of holiday
Perfect for a long spring weekend – whether you’re in the mood for a little wellness by the lake, seaside walks along the Baltic coast or outdoor adventures in the Alps. With aja, your May getaway can be as active or as relaxed as you like.
Perfect for a long weekend - wellness or active, just as you like.
*Not in all countries a holiday!
Ascension Day
(mid-May public holiday)
- Public holiday: 14 May (Thursday)
- Recommended travel period: 10–18 May
- Take 4 days off → enjoy 9 days of holiday
Time for a well-deserved break! How about a few sunny beach days in Travemünde, or some mountain air and hiking trails in Garmisch-Partenkirchen? With aja, your long weekend turns into a little holiday filled with fresh energy and good vibes.
*Not in all countries a holiday!
Late May Long
Weekend (Whitsun)
- Public holiday: 25 May (Monday, Whit Monday)
- Recommended travel period: 23–31 May
- Take 4 days off → enjoy 9 days of holiday
Longer days and mild temperatures – perfect for cycling, hiking or your first beach moments of the year. Enjoy coastal vibes in Warnemünde or lake views and spa time in Bad Saarow – with aja, May feels like summer already.
*Not in all countries a holiday!
Festive Holidays
over Christmas & New Year’s Eve
- Public holidays: 25–26 December (Friday & Saturday) + 1 January (Thursday)
- Recommended travel period: 19 December 2026 – 3 January 2027
- Take 8 days off → enjoy up to 16 days of holiday
Clever planning really pays off at the end of the year: with just a few days off, you can enjoy nearly two full weeks of pure holiday feeling. Spend Christmas in Garmisch-Partenkirchen or Ruhpolding, where snowy days and mountain views make the season truly magical. Enjoy the festive lights, crisp air and peaceful moments that slow life down in the best way.
Whether it’s sparkling lights by the Baltic Sea, cosy wellness time in Bad Saarow, or festive evenings in the Alps – every aja hotel shines in its own way at the turn of the year. Start the new year completely relaxed and explore our New Year’s Eve offers for your perfect winter escape.
Short trip ideas
for your bridging days
Sometimes just one day off is all it takes to truly unwind – and with aja, even a weekend feels like a little holiday. Whether you’re craving fresh Baltic Sea air, alpine adventures or pure relaxation, our hotels are set in the places where switching off comes naturally.
Our short break ideas for 2026:
- Wellness by the sea: Feel the warmth of the sauna while the waves crash outside – best experienced at aja Travemündeor aja Grömitz.
- Fresh mountain air: Lace up your boots or hit the slopes – at aja Garmisch-Partenkirchen or aja Ruhpolding, every breath feels like freedom.
- Time by the lake: Peace and quiet come naturally at aja Bad Saarow – between the lakeshore, spa time and glowing sunsets.
- Spring in Warnemünde: Stroll along the beach, grab a fresh fish sandwich at the harbour and unwind with wellness and sea views.
- Golden autumn in Werfenweng: Crisp air, colourful forests and cosy hours with mountain views – autumn doesn’t get any better than this.
How to make the most of
public holidays
A little planning goes a long way: by checking your public holidays and long weekends early, you can get so much more out of the year. Take a look now to see which dates are perfect for a getaway – and secure your preferred time at one of our aja hotels.
Plan smart and travel often: combine public holidays with weekends, enjoy spontaneous short breaks during quieter times, and treat yourself to a little time out in between. Whether it’s wellness, hiking or waves – with aja, every day off becomes a real holiday moment.
Popular travel times in
the aja Hotels
Every season has its own special charm and at aja you will always find the perfect destination.
- In spring, nature awakens, the sun comes out more often and the Baltic Sea slowly gets warmer - ideal for your first walks on the beach or wellness moments with a sea view.
- The full programme awaits in summer: sun, beach, active holidays in the mountains or relaxing days by the lake. Perfect for families, couples or anyone who just wants to get out and about.
- Autumn is calm and colourful - a wonderful time for wellness, hikes or enjoyable days in the warmth.
- And when winter arrives, our hotels are transformed into wellness centres with saunas, spas and views of snow or waves.
No matter when you travel - at aja it's always the right time for a holiday.
Plan cleverly, experience more
If you plan your holidays around the public holidays cleverly, you can get much more out of the year with little effort. With good planning, you can create long weekends and short breaks - without many additional days off.
Use public holidays that fall in the middle of the week and combine them with one or two days of holiday. This creates relaxed mini-breaks, extended weekends and enough time to discover new places, get away from it all or simply relax.
It's worth planning early, especially over the holidays. Many popular destinations are booked up quickly - those who book early not only secure the best dates, but also the greatest anticipation.
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