We welcomed 2026 in Abu Dhabi in a way that completely redefined New Year’s for us, not just as a celebration but as a feeling we’ll carry forever. We went with our friends and camped out together, waiting under the open sky as the fireworks lit up the night and the countdown drew closer. It was also my birthday on New Year’s, which made the moment even more special — we danced, sang our hearts out, shared stories, and enjoyed a simple but perfect BBQ surrounded by laughter and music. Time felt slower, happiness felt louder, and the joy of being together mattered more than anything happening on the clock. That night didn’t just welcome a new year — it changed what New Year means to us forever.