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If you\u2019ve ever found yourself in a foreign country during a national holiday or festival\u2014and you weren\u2019t <\/em>prepared for it\u2014it likely presented a few hiccups, from transportation woes to major attraction closures.<\/p>\n

Factoring local holidays into travel plans\u00a0before you book\u00a0<\/em>can offset this frustration.\u00a0\u201cYou could show up, and everything\u2019s closed,” says J.C. Lightcap, founder of\u00a0Travel Safer<\/a>, a consultancy that educates businesses, universities and individuals on how to travel smarter.\u00a0\u201cFor financial, security and cultural reasons, it pays off to know about holidays in advance.”<\/p>\n

Lightcap says a simple Google search or flip through a destination guide book will alert you to holiday dates that could put a wrinkle in your travel plans. It’s also worth floating your potential travel dates to locals in your target travel destination, either via social media or in online traveler forums, as they’ll know the obvious yellow flags that might not be so “obvious” to you. And if despite your prep, you still encounter an unanticipated festival, Lightcap says flexibility is key\u2014after all, you could score unique access into the culture not available at other times of year.<\/p>\n

Here are just a few examples of international holidays that could impact travel, with Lightcap\u2019s rating of the travel disruption on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 equating to \u201cdefinitely avoid traveling here at all costs during this time.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The Eternal City
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Rome, Italy<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Holiday:<\/strong> \u00a0Easter Weekend
\nWhen:<\/strong> \u00a0Typically falls sometime in April (Sunday, April 1, 2018)
\nTravel disruption:<\/strong> \u00a04
\nCons:<\/strong> The two weeks surrounding Easter are among the busiest time of year in Rome, with Catholic pilgrims from around the world flocking to Vatican City for services and ceremonies. While most of the main attractions in Rome remain open (e.g. Coliseum), many Italians go on vacation during this time, which means that smaller, family-run restaurants and shops may be closed.
\nPros:<\/strong> If you’re lucky, you could catch a glimpse of the Pope during his public services. You can also hang with locals on\u00a0Pasquetta<\/a> (“Little Easter”), the Monday after Easter and a national holiday when locals picnic in the countryside.<\/p>\n

U<\/a><\/strong>AE<\/a><\/strong>, Morocco<\/a>, Turkey<\/a>, Malaysia<\/a> and Egypt<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Holiday:<\/strong> \u00a0Ramadan
\nWhen:<\/strong> \u00a0The ninth month in the Islamic calendar (May 15 \u2013 June 14, 2018)
\nTravel disruption:<\/strong> \u00a08
\nCons:<\/strong> \u00a0During this holy month in which Muslims fast from dawn to dusk, finding food could be an issue. If you look forward to wandering the local bazaars, you could find these areas quieter\u2014and perhaps not serving food or refreshments due to fasting. Some mosques typically open to non-Muslims are closed to visitors during this time, as well.
\nPros: \u00a0<\/strong>Listening to the early morning or evening muezzins calling to prayer while on a rooftop can be deeply moving, and participating in an Iftar<\/em> meal to break the fast after sunset is a unique event you cannot experience outside of Ramadan (if you’re lucky enough to get an invite). Plus, most tourist-centric areas and hotels do their best to accommodate visitors during Ramadan.<\/p>\n

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The R4 on Yom Kippur | Flickr photo by Mark Nakasone<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Israel<\/a>
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Holiday: \u00a0<\/strong>Yom Kippur
\nWhen:<\/strong> \u00a010th day of the Jewish month of Tishrei (Sept 18\u201319, 2018)
\nTravel disruption:<\/strong> \u00a04
\nCons:<\/strong> \u00a0On this Day of Atonement, the most solemn and holy day of the Jewish calendar, everything stops. This includes all transportation. There are no cars, buses, trains or planes moving anywhere. Roads are silent and quiet pervades. (So, good luck trying to get anywhere.) Many hotels won’t check people in during this day, either.
\nPros:<\/strong>\u00a0 It’s just one day. This is a good opportunity for downtime and reflection, especially if your itinerary is packed during the other days. Or, it’s an ideal day to visit the non-Jewish areas of the country, such as the Arab Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalem.<\/p>\n

Bali<\/a>
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Holiday:<\/strong> \u00a0Nyepi Day
\nWhen:<\/strong> \u00a0Based on the Lunar Caka calendar (March 17, 2018)
\nTravel disruption:<\/strong>\u00a0 4
\nCons: \u00a0<\/strong>Similar to Yom Kippur in Israel, everything stops in Bali on this quietest day of the year for locals. Part of a longer “New Year” celebration for Balinese Hindus, it’s a\u00a0day for contemplation and reflection. All routine activities come to a halt and nobody steps outside of their homes. The same rule applies to hotel guests. There are even community patrols to ensure the roads are silent and people stay indoors.
\nPros:<\/strong> \u00a0The days before and after this specific day are filled with colorful festivals, rituals and pageantry across the island. So take advantage of the silence for 24 hours and relax at your Balinese resort (you just cannot leave the property).<\/p>\n

Greece<\/a>
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Holiday:<\/strong> \u00a0Feast of the Dormition
\nWhen: \u00a0<\/strong>Aug 15 annually
\nTravel disruption:<\/strong> \u00a06
\nCons: \u00a0<\/strong>Almost everything in Greece slows down or closes in the weeks leading up to August 15, as locals prepare for the Feast of the Dormition (also called the Assumption). This is the date in the Greek Orthodox calendar when the devout believe that Mary ascended into Heaven. Buses, ferries and trains also run on modified schedules during this time, which makes travel pretty inconvenient.
\nPros: \u00a0<\/strong>If you’re OK with experiencing Greece alongside fewer Greeks\u2014and bathed in intense August heat\u2014this is your time to “Opa!”<\/p>\n

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Have Paris to yourself in August<\/em><\/p>\n

Paris, France<\/a>
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Holiday:<\/strong> \u00a0August Holiday
\nWhen:<\/strong> \u00a0Entire month of August
\nTravel disruption:<\/strong> \u00a06
\nCons:<\/strong> \u00a0If you’re looking for an authentic Parisian experience, this is the worst month to visit. Many Parisians flee the city during the month of August, anticipating an influx of tourists on summer vacation. As a result, many family-run establishments are closed during this time.
\nPros: \u00a0<\/strong>Want to see Paris without the Parisians? August is your time to hang in the city with other Americans. Just know that you’ll likely end up at tourist traps such as Hard Rock Cafe Paris.<\/p>\n

India<\/a>
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Holiday: \u00a0<\/strong>Diwali
\nWhen:<\/strong> \u00a0Based on the Hindu lunar calendar (Oct 19, 2017; Nov 7, 2018)
\nTravel disruption: \u00a0<\/strong>6
\nCons: \u00a0<\/strong>Diwali (“The Festival of Lights”), which celebrates the triumph of light over dark, is India’s biggest festival. India also happens to be one of the most heavily populated countries. That’s a precarious combination. Expect chaos in the streets with firecrackers and traffic (more than usual, anyway) for the five-day celebration. If you don’t have pre-booked tickets for flights and trains during this time, well, good luck.
\nPros:<\/strong> \u00a0If you arrange a homestay<\/a> during this time, you will have the best opportunity for unique access to local traditions surrounding this beloved festival.\u00a0The abundant\u00a0diyas<\/em>\u00a0(lighted clay lamps) and firecrackers that accent celebrations make it visually and audibly exciting. Shops often offer special “sales” during this period, too.<\/p>\n

China<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n

Holiday: \u00a0<\/strong>Chinese New Year
\nWhen:<\/strong> \u00a0Based on Lunisolar Chinese calendar (Begins on Feb 16, 2018)
\nTravel disruption:<\/strong> \u00a09
\nCons: \u00a0<\/strong>Don’t do it unless it’s necessary. With nearly 1.2 billion Chinese also<\/em> traveling for the holiday, the transportation crush is a nightmare. This massive human migration even has a name: Chunyun<\/em><\/a>.
\nPros: \u00a0<\/strong>If you get an invitation to spend time with Chinese relatives or friends, you’ll get to experience the holiday traditions and tasty meals. (And grief if you decline the invitation.) Still, anticipate the same travel headaches.<\/p>\n

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Carnival! | Flickr photo by nateClicks<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Brazil<\/a>
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Holiday:<\/strong> Carnival
\nWhen:<\/strong> The long weekend between Friday to Ash Wednesday (Feb 9-14, 2018)
\nTravel disruption:<\/strong> 7
\nCons: \u00a0<\/strong>Hopefully you’ve pre-booked your hotels and transportation. Everything<\/em> is more challenging during this festive time. Pack patience.
\nPros: \u00a0<\/strong>This is Brazil at its most liveliest\u2014a true bucket list experience for the culturally curious and highly caffeinated. Live! It! Up!<\/p>\n

Turkey<\/a>, Poland<\/a>, Ukraine<\/a>
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Holiday:<\/strong>\u00a0 Labor Day
\nWhen:<\/strong> \u00a0May 1
\nTravel disruption:<\/strong> \u00a08
\nCons:<\/strong> \u00a0Labor Day in Europe has roots in workers’ rights, so expect things to get political. Anticipate massive closures, rallies and demonstrations in public squares (including popular tourist areas). It’s best to check with embassies before travel, to temperature check the current political situation, as there could be additional security concerns.
\nPros:<\/strong> \u00a0If you’re a political science or history geek, this could be an intriguing time for you to visit these countries.<\/p>\n

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