With Eid Al Adha set to begin on <a href="https://www.thenational.ae/uae/heritage/what-and-when-is-eid-al-adha-in-the-uae-1.758088">August 21</a> and holidays announced for both the <a href="https://www.thenational.ae/uae/public-sector-to-get-a-week-s-break-for-eid-al-adha-1.759011">public</a> and <a href="https://www.thenational.ae/uae/eid-al-adha-2018-holiday-for-uae-s-private-sector-announced-1.759725">private</a> sectors, we have made your holiday planning easier by putting together a guide of things to do over the break. If you want to see the skies light up in celebration, head to these locations around the UAE to get the best views. Here's our list of <strong>four places <a href="https://www.thenational.ae/lifestyle/where-to-watch-eid-al-adha-fireworks-2018-1.759141">where you can watch the fireworks</a></strong>. Better to get to your viewing spot early because it's likely to get quite crowded. For those who want to feel like they are on holiday, but don't want to travel, a staycation is the best option. There are plenty of deals, including at the Anantara Eastern Mangroves in Abu Dhabi or the Royal Central Hotel The Palm in Dubai. <strong><a href="https://www.thenational.ae/lifestyle/travel/last-minute-eid-al-adha-2018-uae-staycations-1.760238">Click here to see our list of 14 last-minute staycation deals</a>.</strong> If you'll be sticking around, here's a look at daily <a href="https://www.thenational.ae/lifestyle/your-definitive-list-of-things-to-do-in-dubai-1.700755">things to do in Dubai</a> and <a href="https://www.thenational.ae/lifestyle/your-essential-guide-to-things-to-do-in-abu-dhabi-and-al-ain-1.700768">daily things to do in Abu Dhabi</a>. From a two-for-one Eid roast at Gaucho DIFC to a traditional lunch at Hilton Abu Dhabi, there's no shortage of dining deals this Eid. Here's <a href="https://www.thenational.ae/lifestyle/food/eid-al-adha-2018-the-best-food-deals-for-the-season-1.761872?#">our round-up to some of the best ones</a> happening around the UAE. From free mall events to theme park deals, we have a huge fun-filled list of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Here's <a href="https://www.thenational.ae/lifestyle/eid-al-adha-guide-family-activities-1.761881">our guide to the best family-friendly events</a> to head to during the holiday. From Oman to Monaco, whether you're looking to take a short flight or a long-haul one, <a href="https://www.thenational.ae/lifestyle/travel/eid-al-adha-12-of-the-best-hotel-deals-from-the-uae-and-further-afield-1.756451#4">here's a list of 12 possible options</a> for travel according to flight time (from Dubai). This Eid, take your cues from our <a href="https://www.thenational.ae/lifestyle/eid-al-adha-gift-list-for-women-in-pictures-1.761812">gallery of gifts for women</a>, all inspired by shades of yellow, the colour of sunshine, hope and happiness while we look to the Mediterranean Sea for the <a href="https://www.thenational.ae/lifestyle/eid-al-adha-gift-guide-for-men-in-pictures-1.761787">colours for men's gifts this year</a>. _____________________________ Read more: <strong><a href="https://www.thenational.ae/world/mena/hajj-2018-live-updates-from-makkah-1.761667">Hajj 2018: Live updates from Makkah</a></strong> <strong><a href="https://www.thenational.ae/uae/heritage/what-and-when-is-eid-al-adha-in-the-uae-1.758088">What and when is Eid Al Adha in the UAE?</a></strong> <strong><a href="https://www.thenational.ae/lifestyle/travel/last-minute-eid-al-adha-2018-uae-staycations-1.760238">Last-minute Eid Al Adha 2018 UAE staycations</a></strong> <strong><a href="https://www.thenational.ae/uae/transport/free-parking-in-abu-dhabi-and-dubai-for-eid-al-adha-1.760187">Free parking in Abu Dhabi and Dubai for Eid Al Adha</a></strong> <strong><a href="https://www.thenational.ae/lifestyle/where-to-watch-eid-al-adha-fireworks-2018-1.759141">Where to watch Eid Al Adha fireworks 2018</a></strong> _____________________________