MANILA, Philippines - Before you make those last-minute plans for Christmas, keep in mind the following nationwide regular holidays and special non-working days for the December 2012 as per Proclamation No. 295, s. 2011:

December 24, Monday - special non-working day according to Proclamation 361, s. 2012

December 25, Tuesday - Christmas Day (regular holiday)

December 30, Sunday - Rizal Day (regular holiday)

December 31, Monday – Last Day of the Year (special non-working day)

According to Proclamation 361, s. 2012, "the declaration of 24 December 2012 as a special (non-working) day will give the people full opportunity to celebrate Christmas with their family and loved ones."-Rappler.com