January 1st marks the beginning of the new year! It is a time to forget the old and make room for the new. As New Year’s Eve quickly approaches, it is essential to find the perfect place to celebrate. With numerous destinations around the world that have topped the charts for their elaborate festivities, you can bet that there is something for everyone’s taste and style. Let’s take a look at the best places in the world for New Years celebrations!
New York City
Every year, over one million people show up at Times Square in the heart of New York City. Individuals celebrate throughout the day and patiently wait as the countdown begins for the 12-foot ball to drop. As a televised event, you may even be lucky enough to spot yourself on TV. Additionally, this centralized hub is known for an outstanding pyrotechnic light show, celebrity music events, and a Wishing Wall where partygoers can write down New Year’s resolutions.
Rio de Janeiro
Copacabana Beach is the host to one of the world’s largest and wildest New Year’s celebrations known as Reveillon. Over two million Rio natives congregate across a 2 1/2 mile stretch of sand. A customary tradition to for guests to wear white while accessorizing with red, green, yellow, and gold accessories. Black is strictly advised against as Brazillians consider this to be an evil omen.
Gisborne
A party that spans over three days, this New Years 2017 party provides five stages that hosts 70 local and international artists, while being surrounded by vineyards and the first sighting of the 2017 sunrise. With top performers and a one-of-a-kind atmosphere, it’s a celebration that you will reminisce for years to come. Gisborne is the first city in the world to see the sunrise on a new year and there is no better place than Rhythm and Vines.
Sydney
Australia is known for its wicked New Years celebrations, but more specifically Sydney. There are countless events that surround this event including indigenous smoking ceremonies, aerial flyovers that showcase unique messages, light shows, spectacular fireworks, a lighted boat parade, and of course, an epic dance party held at Bondi Beach.
South Lake Tahoe
California is host to the Snow Globe Music Festival, which is considered one of the best places to see a mix of EDM artists on New Year’s Eve. While this attracts numerous individuals who wish to dance and party all night, the event also provides guests with lift tickets so they can spend their entire day hitting the slopes.
Paris
One of the most picturesque moments you can capture on New Years is the spectacular light show and fireworks display at the Eiffel Tower. France truly knows how to make the streets come alive with thousands of people making their rounds at the bars and clubs or enjoying cruises along the Seine.
London
Big Ben striking the hour of midnight brings over 250,000 visitors along the Thames River. England’s top party continues throughout the night with activities to follow the next morning including a parade with marching bands, unique floats, costume dancers, and a procession of the Queen’s horses.
Miami
As an international hub, this southern Florida destination is home to various celebrations for New Year’s Eve. South Beach provides dancing throughout the night while families may wish to enjoy the “Big Orange”, which is comparable to New York’s ball drop. The grand finale consists of a fireworks show at Bayfront Park.
Edinburgh
Thousands of Scotland natives along with many more foreign visitors crowd the streets of Edinburgh for the yearly Hogmanay celebration. With most individuals gathering at Princes Street, the crowds can drink and dance while patiently waiting for the fireworks show just before midnight. Plenty of festivities continue the next day including the One O’clock Run down the Royal Mile and the Loony Look parade.
New Years 2017 will only happen once, so it is worth it to make the festivities memorable. There are plenty of top-notch destinations that can cater to your needs and desires and you ring in the new year. Whether you are interested in dancing the night away or engaging in cultural traditions, there is something for everyone to enjoy!