Celebrations for Christmas and New Year's Eve certainly look a lot different this year, but that's no reason to cancel the festivities. Whether you're avoiding traveling this season or struggling with social distancing, virtual year-end parties are one of the perfect ways to stay connected while apart.

In this episode of "The Chat Room," we invite guests from different parts of the world to share their ideas on how to ring in the new year. Have they adjusted year-end plans due to the pandemic? How are they spending quality time with family and friends with some traditional holiday activities canceled? Join CGTN for an online reunion, a look back on 2020, and a pep talk for the next year. 

Directors: Hong Yang, Xi Yufan

Videographers & technicians: CGTN Livestream Team

Producer: Li Xiang

Supervisor: Pang Xinhua