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United States has the better 2029 calendar, with 2 more public holidays and 2 more long weekends.
Winner
United States
Holidays gap
2
Long weekends gap
2
Best month
Jun
United States
United States comes out ahead on this comparison because it combines the stronger efficiency signal with a better long-weekend profile for 2029.
| Country | Holidays | Long Weekends | Efficiency | Best Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 13 | 3 | 2.1x | Dec |
| United States | 15 | 5 | 2.1x | Jun |
United States has the better 2029 calendar, with 2 more public holidays and 2 more long weekends.
Jun is the strongest month to plan around.
Check the official United Kingdom calendar before booking — employers can differ on observed dates.
Open the leave planner for United Kingdom or United States and see what your leave days are actually worth.