How many days off are there on May Day? An inventory of holiday arrangements and hot topics that are hotly discussed across the Internet
As Labor Day approaches, the topic of holiday arrangements has once again become the focus of attention across the Internet. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the May Day holiday arrangements in 2023, and take stock of related hot events.
1. Official arrangements for the May Day holiday in 2023

| date | Week | Holiday arrangements |
|---|---|---|
| April 29 | Saturday | Have a holiday |
| April 30 | Sunday | Have a holiday |
| May 1 | Monday | statutory holidays |
| May 2 | Tuesday | Off work days |
| May 3 | Wednesday | Off work days |
According to the 2023 holiday arrangement notice issued by the General Office of the State Council, the May Day holiday this year will be from April 29 (Saturday) to May 3 (Wednesday), a total of 5 days. Work on April 23 (Sunday) and May 6 (Saturday).
2. Hot topics related to the May Day holiday
| Ranking | hot topics | Discussion popularity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | May Day holiday adjustment causes controversy | high fever |
| 2 | May Day travel bookings are hot | high fever |
| 3 | Calculation of overtime pay on May Day | medium heat |
| 4 | May Day movie schedule | medium heat |
| 5 | Air ticket prices before and after May Day | medium heat |
3. Inventory of hot events during the May Day holiday
1. The compensation leave system has triggered heated discussions
After the announcement of the holiday arrangements for the May Day holiday, it triggered widespread discussion among netizens. Supporters believe that the five-day holiday is convenient for arranging long-distance travel and visiting relatives; opponents say that the adjusted holiday disrupts normal work and rest, and the actual holiday is only one day.
2. The tourism market has fully recovered
According to data from Ctrip, Qunar and other platforms, the number of travel bookings during this year’s May Day holiday has exceeded the level of the same period in 2019. Popular destinations include: Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Chongqing, Xi'an and other cities.
3. Calculation standards for overtime pay
Calculation rules for overtime pay during the May Day period: - May 1 (statutory holiday): no less than 300% of salary - April 29, 30, May 2, and 3 (rest days): no less than 200% of salary
4. Arrangements for May Day activities in various places
| City | Main activities | time |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing | International Labor Day Celebrations | May 1 |
| Shanghai | May Day Shopping Festival | April 28th - May 5th |
| Guangzhou | Food and Culture Festival | April 29th - May 3rd |
| Chengdu | Special events at the Panda Base | April 29th - May 3rd |
5. Travel Suggestions
1. Plan your itinerary in advance to avoid peak hours 2. Pay attention to weather changes and prepare appropriate clothing 3. Pay attention to personal protection and avoid excessive gatherings 4. Book accommodation and tickets in advance to avoid temporary price increases
Although the May Day holiday is only 5 days long, with proper planning, you can still have a fulfilling and enjoyable holiday. Whether you choose to travel or rest at home, you must pay attention to the balance between work and rest, and be in the best condition to welcome work and life after the holidays.
As May Day approaches, the popularity of related topics will continue to rise. It is recommended that netizens pay attention to the latest official news in a timely manner and arrange their holiday life reasonably.
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