Eid al-Adha (estimated)

📣 Traveler notes

Indonesia is a large archipelago of 17,000 islands between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, known for diverse destinations beyond Bali.

• Religious celebrations are widespread but often localized to specific communities (e.g., Hindu festivals in Bali).
• Public holidays affect most citizens, though specific observances may be confined to certain areas.
• Chinese New Year (Imlek) is typically observed mid-January to mid-February, often limited to Chinese-populated areas.
• Nyepi (Hindu New Year) occurs in March and may lead to total shutdowns in Bali, advising non-observers to remain indoors.
• Good Friday (Wafat Isa Al-Masih) usually falls in March or April.
• New Year's Day (Tahun Baru Masehi) is observed on January 1st.
• When eating, use only your right hand, as the left hand is reserved for personal hygiene. While eating by hand is common, it is advised to use utensils (chopsticks, forks, spoons) when available, especially in formal settings, and to maintain a quick pace during meals.