🇨🇷 Long Weekends in Costa Rica 2027
7
Opportunities
9
Public Holidays
9
Max Days Off
Free!
Best Efficiency
15
Total PTO for All
Pro Tip
In 2027, Costa Rica has 2 free long weekends and 5 bridge opportunities. Best deal: 4 days off around Maundy Thursday — completely free!
Bridge Day Opportunities
Maundy Thursday
4 days off — no PTO needed
Maundy Thursday
Take 3 PTO → Get 9 days off
New Year's Day
3 days off — no PTO needed
Independence Day
Take 2 PTO → Get 5 days off
Independence Day
Take 2 PTO → Get 5 days off
New Year's Day
Take 4 PTO → Get 9 days off
Independence Day
Take 4 PTO → Get 9 days off
Strategic PTO Plans
Zero-PTO Long Weekends
Enjoy 2 natural long weekends — 7 days off with no PTO needed!
7 days off — no PTO needed
Best Short Break
Take 3 days off around Maundy Thursday (Mar 20–28) and enjoy 9 consecutive days off.
Take 3 PTO days → Get 9 days off
Maximum Vacation
Take 4 days off around New Year's Day (Dec 26–Jan 03) for a 9-day vacation.
Take 4 PTO days → Get 9 days off