Meaning of Holiday and Vacation Along with Cheap Vacation Spot Recommendations in Yogyakarta

Kapanlagi.com - Holiday and vacation are not unfamiliar terms, even for Indonesians. The proof is, English vocabulary often appears in daily conversations. However, do all people really know the meaning of holiday and vacation?

Although often considered the same, the meaning of holiday and vacation actually has a difference, KLovers! However, because both are related to vacation, sometimes the meaning of these terms is considered the same.

So, in order for you not to repeat the mistake in interpreting it in conversations, let's take a look at the explanation of the meaning of holiday and vacation below.

1. Meaning of Holiday and Vacation

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As mentioned above, the meaning of holiday and vacation is related to vacation. In general, the meaning of holiday can be understood as a day off. The holidays referred to are Sunday, Independence Day, Eid al-Fitr, national holidays, and so on.

In addition, holiday can also be interpreted as a general vacation period or experienced by many people. For example, during school holidays, summer, and so on. Therefore, the meaning of holiday often refers to the holiday atmosphere that is felt. For example, such as a relaxed atmosphere, festive, or just lazy feeling.

Furthermore, you also need to know the meaning of vacation, which is also often interpreted as a vacation. If holiday refers to a day off, vacation is interpreted as a vacation activity. In addition, vacation time in this context can also be longer than a holiday. When you take time off from work, it is more appropriate to call it a vacation. To better understand the difference between the two terms above, you can understand it in the following English sentence examples.

- On year end holiday last year, my family went on vacation to Bali.

- I will have a vacation in Yogyakarta for two weeks.

2. Recommendations for Cheap Vacation Places in Yogyakarta

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You have learned the meaning of holiday and vacation from the explanation above. Now, it's time to choose a vacation spot to fill your holiday. Yogyakarta is one of the tourist cities that is frequently visited by travelers. This is because there are many recommendations for cheap vacation spots in Yogyakarta and its surroundings that you can visit, including:

1. Taman Sari

When you visit Taman Sari Yogyakarta, you can enjoy the beauty of the Yogyakarta Sultanate's architecture. The buildings for the princesses' baths are famous for their exoticism. The well-preserved buildings are also often used for pre-wedding photoshoots. The entrance fee to Taman Sari is relatively cheap, which is Rp5,000 for local tourists and Rp15,000 for foreign tourists.

2. Purba Nglanggeran Volcano Gunung Kidul

If you like to see green rocky hills covered in fog during the morning or evening, Purba Nglanggeran Volcano Gunung Kidul is one of the recommendations for cheap vacation spots that you can visit. Although it is not located in Yogyakarta city, you don't need too much time to visit it. In less than an hour, you can relax there while enjoying warm chocolate made by the local farmers.

3. Candi Ijo

Perhaps, you have only heard of the famous Candi Prambanan and Candi Borobudur when you come to the Special Region of Yogyakarta and Central Java for vacation. However, the vacation spot called Candi Ijo is also equally beautiful. With an entrance fee of Rp5,000, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the temple complex and the beautiful sunset.

4. Alun-Alun Kidul

Alun-Alun Kidul is the backyard of the Yogyakarta Sultanate's Palace. This place can be a fun night tourist spot in Yogyakarta. Besides the many sellers around it, there is also a legendary twin banyan tree in the middle. You can try walking between the two trees with your eyes closed. Allegedly, your wish will come true if you succeed. Although it looks easy at first, many people fail, KLovers!

5. Malioboro

Jalan Malioboro is a well-known tourist location in Yogyakarta, even nationally. This is because the road, which can be accessed by walking from Yogyakarta Station, is often used as a setting for films and TV shows. You can enjoy the hustle and bustle of Yogyakarta city by sitting on a long bench on the side of the road. In addition, there is also something called Teras Malioboro, a shopping paradise for those of you who want to find souvenirs, clothes, and even food.

3. Quote Holiday

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After understanding the meaning of holiday and vacation above, you may think that not every holiday has to be filled with vacation. During holidays, you can also just relax or be lazy at home with your family. This is also explained by some holiday quotes below.

1. "The Joy of brightening other lives, bearing each others' burdens, easing each other's loads and supplanting empty hearts and lives with generous gifts becomes for us the magic of the holidays." -W. C. Jones

2. "Every piece of the universe, even the tiniest little snow crystal, matters somehow. I have a place in the pattern, and so do you. Thinking of you this holiday season!" -T.A. Barron

3. "Holidays-any holiday-are such a great opportunity to focus on bringing the family together." -Lidia Bastianich

4. "I find that it's the simple things that remind you of family around the holidays." -Amy Adams

5. "May the Spirit of the Holidays be with you throughout the New Year."

6. "The holiday season is a perfect time to reflect on our blessings and seek out ways to make life better for those around us."

Well, KLovers, that's an explanation of the meaning of holiday and its difference with vacation along with recommendations for cheap vacation spots in Yogyakarta. There are also holiday quotes that can complement the atmosphere of your vacation for photo captions when uploaded to Instagram.

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