What happened in 2024 cannot happen again in 2025 – that is why we are already planning our 2025 bank holiday getaways for the maximum yield of fun and adventure. We want to have as much time as possible to lay back and relax, enjoy a little culture and go on an adventure worthy of telling all our friends and family about. 2025 Bank holidays will give us an opportunity to take a little break without spending what little holiday days we already have, maybe taking off a Friday or Monday here and there can give us that break we need for adventure.
Of course, Not in the Guidebooks holidays are not for the average tourist, and so our recommendations are going to give you those unique and unforgettable experiences that make a holiday an adventure. Whether going abroad to learn new skills, tick a few experiences off your bucket list or a stay-cation to recharge your batteries, we’ve got something for everyone. Here are some of the trips we’re planning for our 2025 bank holiday getaways – and which days you should take off to optimise your time off.
French painting holidays – May 2025 bank holiday
The time has come for you to ditch the doodles and take up an actual paintbrush. Our painting holidays in France are the perfect opportunity to decorate your house with some questionable art pieces that you’re whole heartedly proud of. Imagine yourself sitting on the edge of the French countryside, wearing a little beret and a canvas in front of you – absolutely everything you need to create beautiful paintings – in theory.
No need to stress if your art skills are more “stick figure chic” than “Louvre-ready.” Our instructors will have you painting like a pro. Between strokes, immerse yourself in local French culture – think wine tastings and cheese samplings. So, whether you’re aiming to create a masterpiece or just want an excuse to drink wine at 10 AM, our painting holidays in France are the perfect blend of skill-building and cultural marination. Time to make those artistic dreams a reality!
If you book off May 2nd then you can get use the early May bank holiday to get an extra day away in France. You could book our 3 day painting and wine holiday in France with that clever time-off booking.
Italian cooking holidays – More from May
Your fantasies of cooking pasta like a true Italian nonna can finally come true. Our cooking holidays in Italy are your ticket to culinary success – even if that is just in your own home. Picture yourself in a sun-drenched Tuscan kitchen, armed with flour, eggs, and a whole lot of enthusiasm.
Don’t worry if your current cooking repertoire is limited to burnt toast and questionable omelettes. Our expert, patient chefs will guide you on how to cook the perfect Italian dishes. Between cooking sessions, immerse yourself in Italian culture – tasting the local wines, market visits, and of course tasting the delicious food.
So, whether you’re aiming to become the next Master Chef or just want an excuse to eat copious amounts, our cooking holidays in Italy are the perfect blend of skill-building and gastronomic adventure. Time to turn those Food Network dreams into a tasty reality!
If you really want to get the most out of Italy, you could book off May 6th-9th and head off on a 6-day cooking holiday in Tuscany! Getting way more holiday for your holiday!
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Painting and Wine-Tasting in South France
Taste local wines at the source and use the vineyards to inspire your artwork on this 3-night art & wine holiday in Fran..
Tuscany
Italian Cooking and Gastronomy in Tuscany
So much more than your average Italian cookery holiday, this 6 night gastronomic adventure takes you on a journey from f..
Morocco
Northern Cities of Morocco in 10 days
Experience the essence of Morocco’s northern cities in a 10-day journey filled with discovery and charm. Travel in com..
Suffolk
Secret Water Houseboat Retreat
Secret Water is a luxury floating glamping pod, it is the first of its kind in the United Kingdom and will provide you w..
England
Lake District Glamping Retreat – Tarn Hut
Escape the everyday and immerse yourself in the beautiful wilderness of the UK with these intimate shepherd's huts. Set ..
Lake District
Meditate with Horses in Ambleside
An enchanting way to connect with animals and nature through relaxation and meditation techniques. Interact with horses ..
Adventure holiday in Morocco – April holiday
Okay, maybe you’re looking to step a little further afield, and if so it’s got to be Morocco. Just a short hop from Europe, this North African gem offers adventure that’ll make all your colleagues’ staycation stories seem as bland as unseasoned couscous. Imagine wandering through Marrakech’s labyrinth medina, haggling for treasures in vibrant souks, where the air is thick with the scent of saffron and mint tea. Take a ride atop a camel, trekking across the Sahara’s golden dunes as the sun sets in a blaze of orange and pink.
For the culture vultures, there’s the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen, perfect for those Instagram-worthy shots. Adrenaline junkies can hit the waves in Taghazout or tackle the hiking trails in the Atlas Mountains But the real magic? The people you’ll meet. From storytellers in Djemaa el-Fna to Berber families in remote mountain villages, each interaction is a chance to see the world through new eyes. So why settle for ordinary when your bank holiday can be extraordinary? Morocco’s calling, and adventure is on the menu!
To get the most out of a Moroccan holiday, you could book off the 4 days after easter, April 22nd-24th. This way you can get up to 10 whole days away, perfect for our Northern cities of Morocco getaway!
Relaxing UK staycations – Recharge in December-January
I know I bad-mouthed staycations a little just then, but there is a lot of good to be said about a relaxing, unique staycation in the UK. The UK has some really amazing getaways that’ll have you questioning why you ever bothered with airport security lines. Maybe you want to be a sailor for the day? Relax in one of our serene hot tub accommodations. A great opportunity to take in a bit of nature before the year starts.
Maybe you’re more the no Wi-Fi sort of getaway guy, well the Lake District’s glamping retreat at Tarn Hut is definitely your jam. It’s all the instagram-worthy views without the deflating aur mattress drama. And if you thought horse whispering was just for cowboy movies, think again! Meditate with horses in Ambleside – it’s like yoga, but with more neighing and less downward dog. Who needs abroad when the UK’s serving up adventures this quirky?
If you book from 30th-31st December 2024 to capitalise on the 1st January bank holiday, you can have up to 5 days to unwind from the Christmas break before your life starts up again.
If you want more help choosing what to do on your next holiday, why not check out what Caroline, our trade manager, has to say about what’s hot right now!
03/08/2021 
