Language: Indonesian, also known as Bahasa Indonesia is the official language. You will find that some will know English in the bigger cities, especially the more touristy major cities like in their providence Bali.

Plugs: The plugs in Indonesia are type C or F. It is the standard Europlug socket with two round prongs.

Currency: Indonesian Rupiah. Abbreviations are IDR or Rp. For a quick conversion check, my go to’s are Google and XE Currency Converter. XE also has a great app.

Cash or Card?: Cards and cash are both used in Indonesia. Cards can be used at most hotels, restaurants, and tours. However, cash is best used for everything else. I would make sure to always have some on you.

Best Time To Visit: Being so close to the equator, Indonesia is hot all year long. The best time to visit is between April and October during their dry season.

How Long Should I Go For?: Ideally, if you wanted to see the whole country, I would spend at least 2 weeks so you can jump around to each major island. However, you could spend forever here exploring every part. I would even spend just 2 weeks exploring the island of Bali! Need help planning your next trip? Check out some of my guides here and the bucket list here!

What To Bring: Prepare for the heat! All year long the country is on the warm side. If you are traveling during the winter months, be prepared for the rain that may come and go. Check out some of my essentials here.