UAE Eid Al Etihad 2025: How you can stretch the two-day holiday into a week-long (or longer) getaway

Residents can transform the upcoming Eid Al Etihad holiday on December 2-3, 2025, into a nine-day break. By strategically using annual leave on December 1, 4, and 5, and factoring in the preceding and succeeding weekends, a substantial vacation is achievable. Early planning and employer confirmation regarding Commemoration Day are key to maximizing this extended festive period.