Dubai: Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, people of different faiths used to join their Muslim friends and colleagues in making their long Eid Al Adha holidays in the UAE memorable. They also used to enjoy outdoor activities and trips with their families and friends.
In view of the COVID-19 safety regulations, Gulf News spoke to UAE residents of different faiths to find out what has changed during the pandemic with regard to their Eid Al Adha celebrations. Here is what four young women had to share.
No picnic may be, but plans aplenty
Born and brought up in Dubai, young Instagrammer Divya Premchand said picnics with friends’ families were on top of her family’s Eid holiday plans earlier.
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