Lunar New Year (estimated)

📣 Traveler notes

Indonesia is a large archipelago of 17,000 islands, famous for its diverse destinations, including Bali. The country is situated between the Indian and Pacific Oceans.

• Many festivals are localized; some celebrations are confined to specific regions (e.g., Bali).
• All Indonesians receive a public holiday during major celebrations.
• Chinese New Year (Tahun Baru Imlek) generally falls between mid-January and mid-February, centered in Chinese-populated areas.
• Nyepi (Hindu New Year) occurs in March and requires travelers to avoid Bali, as the entire island shuts down.
• Good Friday (Wafat Isa Al-Masih) occurs in March or April, featuring unique traditions in Catholic communities like Flores Island.
• When eating with hands, always use your right hand, as the left hand is considered unclean. While hand-eating is common, feel free to use cutlery (chopsticks, forks, spoons) in upscale or mixed-dining settings.