The duration of New Year holidays in 2021 may vary from country to country. However, most countries only allocate 1 day for this holiday. For example, Vietnam, China, South Korea,… only have 1 day off on January 1st for the New Year. Some other countries may extend this holiday, combined with the winter break.
Official: Schedule for the Lunar New Year Tet Tan Suu 2021
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved the proposed Tet holiday plan by the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs.
Accordingly, during the Lunar New Year Tet Tan Suu in 2021, officials, civil servants, public employees, and workers will have a 7-day holiday. The holiday will start from February 10th, 2021 to February 16th, 2021 in the Gregorian calendar (corresponding to December 29th, Year of Canh Ty to January 5th, Year of Tan Suu in the Lunar calendar).
The Prime Minister also agreed to have a 4-day National Day holiday in 2021. It will start from Thursday, September 2nd to Sunday, September 5th.
Official schedule for the Lunar New Year Tet in 2021.
Agencies and organizations that implement this holiday schedule will be assigned by the Prime Minister to arrange and coordinate their work properly in order to continuously solve tasks and ensure efficient service for organizations and individuals.
Recommended activities during the 2021 Tet holidays
In general, the Lunar New Year Tet falls in mid-February this year. Depending on the situations and production/business conditions, each organization may have different regulations regarding the timing and duration of the Tet holiday. So what are the activities that should not be missed during the 2021 Tet holidays?
Family and Personal New Year’s Greetings
As in previous years, the tradition of exchanging New Year’s greetings with family, friends, and colleagues is more important than ever. This is an occasion for us to wish each other good luck in the new year and ward off misfortune.
Moreover, during the new year, children often receive lucky money envelopes.
Visiting Temples for Blessings
The New Year is also an opportunity for families to visit temples and pray for blessings.
On the first day of the year, it is customary for every household to go to the temple to receive blessings and get their fortunes told. You can go to the temple with your family to find inner peace and pray for health and peace in the Year of Tan Suu.
Traveling with Family and Friends
The Lunar New Year is a time for families to gather and friends to reunite. Instead of spending too much time with social media, phones, and computers, let’s share meaningful stories and wishes together.
You can spend time with your loved ones by going to the park, having coffee and chatting together.
Traveling during the Lunar New Year
Traveling is also a great idea if you have the time and budget.
However, in the context of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, please be careful. Considerations should be made to protect your own health and the health of those around you.
