In reality, there are still many days off to celebrate and the best thing is that some fall on Mondays and others on Fridays, so due to their proximity to the weekend on the calendar, it is the ideal opportunity to enjoy a short vacation with your family or friends. . And the thing is, bridges benefit adults and children. There are only a few months left until the end of the year, but that does not mean that in Colombia the ones are over holidays.
To organize these walks it is important to know which festivities are not yet celebrated, but due to their importance in the calendar They become days off. For this reason, Depor has prepared this article with information about the events that remain to be celebrated this year so that you can organize your next activities.
What holidays and events are missing to celebrate in Colombia?
- Monday, November 6: All Saints’ Day
- Monday, November 13: Independence of Cartagena
- Friday, December 8: Day of the Immaculate Conception
- Monday, December 25: Christmas Day
How much do they pay in Colombia if you work on a holiday?
Law 51 of 1983 guarantees that both public and private sector employees have the right to enjoy “paid leave” during official holidays. In accordance with the provisions of the Substantive Labor Code, specifically in its article 179, it is established that workers are obliged to receive an additional compensation of 75% for holidays and Sundays on which they perform their duties.
How many bridges are there in 2023?
Only the months of February and September lack official holidays. Most of the holidays are concentrated in April, during the celebration of Holy Week, which makes it one of the periods with the most days of rest in the year 2023. However, April will not be the only month with notable holidays. , since in July many citizens will also be granted days off.
Why are there so many bridge days or long holidays in Colombia?
It is thanks to Law 51 of 1983 that there are so many long holidays spread over the years in Colombia, since the rule establishes that, if a holiday falls on a weekend, it is moved to the following Monday, benefiting the employee with three consecutive days of rest. It was former senator Raimundo Emiliani Román who promoted this law with the aim of not harming the national economy or the performance of companies, and that the worker has more days off, which he can take advantage of to spend time with family, travel or resolve pending issues.
What recommendations to follow during the holidays?
If you are planning a trip with family or friends, it is essential that you plan in advance the places you want to visit and look for suitable accommodation options. Please note that during these dates, many people tend to travel, so it is important to remain patient. Additionally, although some people choose to travel abroad, you can also take advantage of the beauty and charm of Colombia’s towns.