Homecoming (Mudik) for Eid 2023? Check out These 8 Tips to Make Your Trip Safer and More Comfortable

Homecoming for Eid, which is usually known as “Mudik Lebaran”, has become a tradition of the people of Indonesia. From year to year, every time we enter the last week of Ramadan fasting, the streets in the city begin to quieten down. When your annual leave is approved, the holiday allowance is disbursed, and Eid gifts are in hand, it's time to prepare yourself to let go of your homesickness and gather with your family in your hometown.

This Lebaran homecoming moment in 2023 feels more special because the Covid-19 pandemic has subsided. During this homecoming, the government will no longer impose travel restrictions as in previous years. As a Joint Decree or Surat Keputusan Bersama (SKB) of 3 ministers agreeing that this year's Eid holidays will start from April 19 to April 25 2023, there seems to be no reason not to go home. What's more, if you still have a lot of unused annual leave, this is the right time to spend it.

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The Minister of Transportation, Budi Karya Sumadi, explained that the reason for the additional and advanced Eid 2023 joint leave dates is because this year's homecoming rate is predicted to be very high so that the additional 2023 Eid joint leave is considered effective in avoiding the accumulation of homecoming routes. For that, those of you who want to go home this year must really make good preparations, so that your trip will be safer and more comfortable. Here are the tips you need to see:

1. Make Sure You Have Complete Vaccination, even though the Covid-19 pandemic has been very sloping in Indonesia. For the sake of everyone's health, especially for our parents in the village, make sure that all families who are going home are vaccinated. At least until the second dose. This is a form of love for our parents, by preventing them from being exposed to disease.

2. Maintaining Physical Condition. You can start a new routine by doing light exercise a few days before your homecoming schedule. Take care of your body especially if you are driving the vehicle yourself. Good physical condition keeps you focused during long trips, not easily tired, and ready to face various weather and road conditions during homecoming.

3. Ensure the Condition of the Vehicle. Check all vehicle functions and safety such as brakes, tires, engine, lights, and mirrors in good condition. If there is damage, repair it immediately, if necessary, take it to the workshop first. This is to ensure the vehicle is in top condition before starting a long journey. Don't forget to bring spare tools such as spare tyres and all other safety equipment.

4. Prepare Enough Supplies. Make sure you bring food, drinks, medicine and other supplies so that you and your family are comfortable during the trip. It's a good idea to bring some toys and your child's favorite books so they don't get bored. Medications such as medicated oil, instant herbal medicine, anti-motion sickness, gauze, and antiseptic drops must be in the first aid kit that you will bring. Don't miss documents such as driving license, vehicle registration certificate, ID card, electronic toll cards, and enough cash just in case.

5. Use Driving Safety Equipment, such as seat belts, helmets and masks. This will protect you and the passengers if unwanted things happen. Don't forget to install a baby chair if there are children traveling with you.                                                                                                                             

   
   
   

    

6. Obey Traffic Signs, including road markings, traffic signalling devices, and traffic control by officers. Drive at normal speed and do not exceed the recommended speed limit.

7. Avoid Activities that Interfere your concentration such as using cell phones, smoking, and joking excessively while driving because they can increase the risk of an accident.

8. Get Enough Rest when tired and sleepy. Drive your vehicle first or rest at the nearest rest area. Do stretching to relax the muscles of the body before continuing the journey. Don't force yourself to ride for a long time without resting. Stop every 2-3 hours.

In addition, that will provide a sense of security and comfort for you and your family on this Eid 2023 homecoming trip. Especially if you cannot join the group for one reason or another, you can equip your family's homecoming vehicle with the Cartrack GPS Tracker. This vehicle telematics, which is used worldwide in 23 countries, frees you from worrying about the safety of your family and your vehicle because it is equipped with various sensors, cameras and alerts. For more detailed information or to try a live demo, you can call 021-3973 0230 or click the following WA link https://wa.me/622139730230.

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We hope these tips will help you prepare for your homecoming for Eid 2023 and be able to meet your beloved family in your hometown in good health and happiness.

Happy driving!