Jakarta, March 31 -- Ancol Lagoon Beach in northern Jakarta has emerged as a favored vacation destination for visitors on the first day of the Eid holiday.

By 10 a.m. local time on Monday, numerous people were playing in the sand, swimming, and picnicking under palm trees with their families. Drivers found it relatively easy to park their cars as the area was not overcrowded.

Among the visitors was Gita from Cilacap, Central Java, who chose Ancol for her family vacation because it was cheaper and closer to her parents' home.

"It is close to where I live. It is cheaper," Gita said, adding that this was her first Eid holiday spent in Ancol with her family.

Another visitor, Sela from Cakung, Jakarta, also opted for Ancol to spend the Eid...