Kelsey: ‘We all have to make a living – I’ve been cautious working in Dubai’
TOWIE star Kelsey Stratford has been out in Dubai since mid December, and her Instagram is littered with photos of her soaking up the sun on the beach or out for cocktails at glam restaurants and bars. And while some of her followers have questioned why she’s abroad during the restrictions, Kelsey, 19, defends her decision to travel – saying she’s had to go to earn an income and that she’s safely following all rules while out there.
She says, “Dubai is amazing – it’s a really great place to be in terms of networking and business opportunities. TOWIE stops filming over Christmas, so now is the only time I have to go abroad and to work out here. I’ve been taking pictures for social media, doing some promotional work and having meetings with people in the beauty industry. We all have to make a living at the end of the day and this is my line of work.
“I’ve experienced the devastating effects of COVID19 first hand – my disabled sister Kennedy suffered from it and was hospitalised. Thankfully she’s OK, but it was tough. I take it really seriously.
“When I left to come out here, we were not in a lockdown – we were able to travel freely for business. I’ve been cautious out here and the hotel has gone above and beyond to make everyone feel comfortable and safe. The levels of cleanliness in the hotel, and everywhere you go, are second to none and we are following all of the local restrictions and guidelines.
“When I fly home I will also adhere to all the relevant rules and have any tests that I need to ensure that I am travelling safely. I don’t see what the issue is.”