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Quick answer
Spain has the better 2028 calendar, with 18 more public holidays and 3 more long weekends.
Winner
Spain
Holidays gap
18
Long weekends gap
3
Best month
May
Spain
Spain comes out ahead on this comparison because it combines the stronger efficiency signal with a better long-weekend profile for 2028.
| Country | Holidays | Long Weekends | Efficiency | Best Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | 17 | 4 | 2.1x | Jun |
| Spain | 35 | 7 | 2.3x | May |
Spain has the better 2028 calendar, with 18 more public holidays and 3 more long weekends.
May is the strongest month to plan around.
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Compare public holidays and long weekends for 2028.
Compare public holidays and long weekends for 2028.
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