Across the globe Christmas plans have been hit by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, with many unable to travel and gather with their loved ones for the holiday season due to safety restrictions in place.

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Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. The Christmas holiday season is likely to be different for many families across the world this year as the ongoing COVID ...