KUWAIT: Many countries around the world welcome the New Year in a festive way with noisy parties and fireworks displays. But for many in Kuwait, it is just a simple celebration of food and friendship. Most companies give a holiday to their workers on Jan 1, and families, individuals or groups celebrate in their own ways, mostly with sumptuous food, games and parties.
Some establishments host fireworks displays, but they are not very elaborate, maybe because the sale of firecrackers is prohibited here. However, Kuwait Times witnessed some vendors selling firecrackers outside the pet market in Rai, mostly to youths.
By Ben Garcia