As a result, some dos and don'ts apply during Ramadan to all residents and tourists to the region irrespective of what religious practices they observe. Eating in public places is not allowed during the day. The only restaurants that operate during the day are those attached to hotels. Following the Iftar, it is customary for Muslims to go out visiting family and friends. Special Iftar spreads are laid out in the evening at most restaurants during the holy month.
Rules are more relaxed, however, at the theme parks.
Restaurants at the Park offer everything from fast food to continental and Asian cuisine and are open all day during Ramadan. Pubs remain closed during this period. Drinking alcohol, smoking or playing loud music in public areas is prohibited. Alcohol is only served at specific hotels during evenings. Timings for most offices, shops and shopping malls are re-jigged during this period to accommodate the needs of the country's Muslim populace.