December is always the most eagerly awaited month. The Christmas and New Year break is the perfect time to head back to your hometown, travel with family, or simply rest after a full year of work.
But the year-end holidays are also known for tickets selling out fast, congested roads, and prices going up. To keep your holiday enjoyable, here are some year-end holiday tips you can start preparing for now.
Plan Well in Advance
Decide on your destination, departure date, and holiday length as early as possible. Check the calendar of national holidays and collective leave days, then request leave from work early, before your team’s calendar fills up. The sooner you make your plans, the more transport and accommodation options are available.
Book Tickets and Accommodation Early
The Christmas and New Year period is peak travel season. Flights, train tickets, and hotel rooms usually sell out faster, and prices tend to rise as the departure date approaches. Book early, and choose options that can be rescheduled or refunded, just in case.
Set a Realistic Budget
Note down every spending category: transport, accommodation, food, attraction tickets, souvenirs, and an emergency fund. A clear budget helps you enjoy your holiday without worrying about a dwindling balance at the start of the new year.
Choose Departure Times Outside Peak Hours
Avoid setting off on the first day of the long weekend if you can. Leaving earlier, or at a less busy time, can save you time and energy on the journey.
Check the Weather Forecast
December falls within the rainy season across much of Indonesia. Check the BMKG forecast before you set off, pack a raincoat or umbrella, and adjust your outdoor plans accordingly.
Pack Only What You Need
Packing light makes travelling more practical. Bring clothes that are easy to mix and match, your personal medication, a charger and power bank, and digital copies of important documents such as your ID and tickets.
Secure Your Home Before You Leave
Before you go, unplug any electronics you don’t need, turn off the water taps and the stove, lock every door and window, and ask a neighbor or close family member to keep an eye on the place. Don’t announce in real time on social media that your home is empty.
Store Valuables Somewhere Safe
A long holiday means your home or apartment sits empty for longer. Valuables such as important documents, jewelry, collections, or electronics are better off not left behind just like that. Keep them somewhere safe and monitored, such as a self storage unit.
Arrange Day Storage for Short-Term Needs
There are times when you only need somewhere to leave your belongings for a few hours or a single day. You’ve checked out of your hotel but your flight isn’t until the evening, say, or you’ve just arrived in Jakarta and want to head straight out, or you need somewhere to put your shopping and souvenirs before heading home. Dragging a suitcase around is a hassle, so arrange day storage close to your travel route.
Look After Your Health and Digital Security
Get enough rest before you leave, drink plenty of water, and bring your own medication. While travelling, avoid using public Wi-Fi for financial transactions, and turn on two-step verification for your important accounts.
Storing Your Belongings at SpaceHub Over the Holidays
When it comes to storage during the holidays, SpaceHub has two options to suit your needs.
Need somewhere to leave a suitcase, a bag, or your shopping for just a day? SpaceHub’s shared storage is a communal storage area you can use for day-to-day needs, from Rp 50,000, without having to rent a private unit on a monthly basis.
Suitable for: a suitcase before a flight, shopping after a day out in the city center, or luggage while transiting through Jakarta.
Location: the Thamrin branch at Galeon Square (formerly Chubb Square), close to BNI City station, which connects to the Soekarno-Hatta airport train, as well as Dukuh Atas MRT and the Tosari TransJakarta stop.
Rates: from Rp 50,000
How it works: you can drop your belongings off yourself during SpaceHub’s operating hours, from 9:00 AM.
Private Units for Longer Holidays
If you’re going away for a while — heading home for a few weeks, for instance, or taking a holiday while your house is being renovated — a private self storage unit may be the better option. Valuables, furniture, or household equipment can be kept in a private unit that only you can access.
Every SpaceHub unit comes with 24-hour CCTV, private access by PIN or card, and clean, air-conditioned rooms with regular pest control. Unit rental starts from Rp 400,000 per month for a Micro unit at Thamrin. The full range of sizes and prices is available on the SpaceHub Pricelist.
FAQ About the Year-End Holidays
When is the best time to book tickets for the year-end holidays?
The earlier the better. The Christmas and New Year period is peak season, so tickets and accommodation usually sell out quickly as the departure date approaches.
How do I keep my home secure while I’m away on holiday?
Lock every door and window, unplug any electrical appliances you aren’t using, ask a neighbor or family member to keep an eye on the place, and store your valuables somewhere safe.
Where can I find day storage for a suitcase in Jakarta?
One option is SpaceHub’s shared storage at Galeon Square in the Thamrin Nine area, which you can use to store belongings for a matter of days without a monthly rental.
What’s the difference between shared storage and a private self storage unit?
Shared storage suits short stays, such as a single day. A private self storage unit suits longer-term storage, in a space only the renter can access.
A year-end holiday feels far more enjoyable when the preparation is thorough — from tickets and budget through to the security of your home and your belongings. That way, you can focus on enjoying time with the people you love.
Need somewhere to store your belongings over the holidays, whether for a day or for weeks? SpaceHub is here to help.
