10 Best Places In The World To Celebrate New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve is the ultimate party day. It’s the perfect occasion to celebrate your past achievements and toast to the new ones you’ll be making soon. The day is about dancing, drinking, eating and enjoying fireworks. If you want to experience a New Year like no other, then check out the 10 best places in the world for welcoming new opportunities. Also don’t forget to make all your bookings and arrangements prior so that your you can spend your evening without any worries.
Rio De Janeiro
The Brazilian city is famous for its carnivals and if you want a party with a capital P, you need to book your flight to Rio De Janeiro. Copacabana Beach hosts the world’s largest New Year’s Eve party, with well over two million people dancing the night away on the beach. There’s a lovely mixture of old and new, with certain traditions still having a strong hold on the locals. If you want to participate, then dress head to toe in white and toss flowers into the ocean to celebrate the goddess of the sea, Yemanjá.
New York City
While it might seem a bit cliché, but New Year in New York is an experience of a lifetime. The city will be packed full of people and you better be early in the neighbourhood if you want to enjoy the Times Square ball drop, but it’s a magnificent experience. You can enjoy from the restaurants nearby, with everyone in the city being in a good mood. If you want something a little different, we recommend booking a nighttime boat ride on New York harbour.
Sydney
If you can’t wait for the clock to strike and to start your new year, you should head down to Down Under. Sydney is the first major city to hop into the New Year and therefore it has always been in charge of hosting a massive party. The Sydney Opera House offers an iconic backdrop to stunning fireworks display and the summer season ensures you won’t be shivering in the cold.
London
Big Ben’s chiming is the sound you do not want to miss on New Year’s Eve. The capital city of Britain always manages to throw a massive party, with a ten-minute firework display crowning the night. There are plenty of after parties to attend, with the New Year’s Day offering its own set of parades and marching bands all around the city.
Edinburgh
New Year shouldn’t just be celebrated on one day and in Edinburgh you can participate in festivities that last for three days. The city starts the Hogmanay celebrations on the 30th of December, with the party culminating on the fireworks on New Year’s Eve. There are street parties to enjoy, concerts to listen and even swimming in the ice-cold River Forth.
Hong Kong
If you want something dramatic, Hong Kong’s celebrations are a must-see. The skyline offers the perfect setting for a fireworks display and the boat parties guarantee you enjoy an extravagant party. The city is also a culinary favourite and the New Year’s menus will astound you.
Las Vegas
“What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas” is a saying that fits the sinful city well. It’s definitely true for New Year’s Eve, as the city bans all cars from the city centre and creates a massive street party to enjoy. The casinos are full of people and the entertainment options are endless. Hotelopia can provide you stays at the nearby hotels as you might need to relax after the parties!
Berlin
Just like Rio De Janeiro, Berlin is world famous for its parties. The city never sleeps and it definitely doesn’t close its eyes on New Year’s Eve, or Silvester as the locals call it. The Party Mile is where the magic happens, with music, laser shows, party tents and tasty food courts ready to make the night a dream come true.
Bahamas
Bahamians are not just about celebrating New Year’s Eve, but also the following day. The locals flock to experience the Junkanoo street parades, with informal parties taking up every corner of the island. There are costumes, music and street performers ready to start your new year with a proper party. The island is definitely a good option if you are looking to travel with your kids.
Vienna
Finally, if you are looking for elegance and glamour, you need to get down to Vienna. The city hosts the famous New Year’s Even Grand Ball, but you can join in with smaller parties elsewhere in the city as well. The Christmas markets are still worth seeing and the local cakes will melt your heart.
If you want to enjoy a stunning New Year’s Eve party, then the above 10 destinations are worth the experiencing. You just need to plan and book your trip early to ensure you don’t spend a fortune and you’ll get tickets to the best shows and events.