{"id":586,"date":"2024-07-12T17:08:30","date_gmt":"2024-07-12T09:08:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/horizonfastferry.com.sg\/blog\/?p=586"},"modified":"2025-07-31T15:56:22","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T07:56:22","slug":"batam-at-a-glance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/horizonfastferry.com.sg\/blog\/batam-at-a-glance\/","title":{"rendered":"Batam At A Glance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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CURRENCY<\/strong> \u2013 Indonesia\u2019s currency is the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), and it is divided into 100 small denomination coins, or sen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CONSULATE<\/strong> \u2013 For more information on Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in Batam, please click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WATER<\/strong> \u2013 Tap water is not safe for drinking, so make sure to only drink bottled or boiled water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

POWER SUPPLY<\/strong> \u2013 Plugs are available in two or three pin configurations of 220 volts and 50 Hz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FRIDAYS<\/strong> \u2013 It is common to see people wearing traditional Indonesian batik clothing as a sign of respect and appreciation for the culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GETTING AROUND<\/strong> \u2013 We recommend car charter, Blue Bird Taxis, or GoJek (which has its own pick-up point just outside Shu Guo Yin Xiang Hot Pot) to get around Batam. When booking rides with other cab services, make sure to negotiate the price before getting in. Grab cars can drop off passengers but cannot pick up at Harbourbay Downtown. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

HANDICAP ACCESSIBILITY<\/strong> \u2013 Batam is handicap-accessible at most major hotels and malls; however, a large part of the island is still not equipped with ramps or lifts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HANG NADIM AIRPORT<\/strong> \u2013 It is approximately 20 kilometers away from Harbourbay Downtown, which is an approximate 27-minute drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

INTERNET CONNECTIVITY<\/strong> \u2013 High-speed internet is easily accessible in most major hotels and shopping malls. It is also available through Harbour Bay Ferry Terminal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

LANGUAGE<\/strong> \u2013 The languages used are mainly Indonesian and Chinese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PHONE USE<\/strong> \u2013 Foreigners can purchase SIM cards at booths right outside the arrival hall of Harbourbay Ferry Terminal for use within Indonesia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PRAYER ROOM<\/strong> \u2013 There are prayer rooms in most shopping malls, hotels, and restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELIGION<\/strong> \u2013 Muslims make up the majority of the population but there are also followers of Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, and other faiths. Each religion has its unique set of beliefs and customs that people adhere to while living in harmony with one another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SMOKING & ALCOHOL<\/strong> \u2013 Smoking and alcohol are generally permitted. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

TIPPING<\/strong> \u2013 Tipping is not required or expected, but greatly appreciated by the locals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TIME ZONE<\/strong> \u2013 Batam follows Western Indonesian Time (GMT+7), which is one hour behind Singapore\u2019s time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WEATHER<\/strong> \u2013 Batam has a tropical climate with constant warm temperatures all year, averaging around 29\u00b0 Celcius. The island receives high amounts of rainfall, with the rainiest months being October and November.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Singapore Public Holidays<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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Event<\/strong><\/td>Date<\/strong><\/td>Day<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
New Year’s Day<\/td>1 January 2025<\/td>Wednesday<\/td><\/tr>
Chinese New Year<\/td>29-30 February 2025<\/td>Wednesday & Thursday<\/td><\/tr>
School Holiday<\/td>15-23 March 2025<\/td>Saturday – Sunday<\/td><\/tr>
Hari Raya Puasa<\/td>31 March 2025<\/td>Monday<\/td><\/tr>
Good Friday<\/td>29 March 2025<\/td>Friday<\/td><\/tr>
Labour Day<\/td>1 May 2025<\/td>Thursday<\/td><\/tr>
Vesak Day<\/td>12 May 2025<\/td>Monday<\/td><\/tr>
School Holiday<\/td>31 May – 29 June 2025<\/td>Saturday – Sunday<\/td><\/tr>
Hari Raya Haji<\/td>7 June 2025<\/td>Saturday<\/td><\/tr>
Youth Day – School Holiday<\/td>7 July 2025<\/td>Monday<\/td><\/tr>
National Day<\/td>9 August 2025<\/td>Saturday<\/td><\/tr>
Teacher’s Day<\/td>5 September 2025<\/td>Friday<\/td><\/tr>
School Holiday<\/td>6 – 14 September 2025<\/td>Saturday – Sunday<\/td><\/tr>
Children’s Day<\/td>3 October 2025<\/td>Friday<\/td><\/tr>
Deepavali<\/td>20 October 2025<\/td>Monday<\/td><\/tr>
School Holiday<\/td>22 November – 31 December 2025<\/td>Saturday – Wednesday<\/td><\/tr>
Christmas Day<\/td>25 December 2025<\/td>Thursday<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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