New Year's Eve is one of the most
celebrated evenings all of the world. With parties to family gatherings
to concerts and carnivals, New Year's Eve is one of the most eagerly
anticipated nights in the year. Here are 5 of the Best places to be on
New Year's Eve.
1. Sydney:
With firework displays and bright lights,
and a history dating as far as 1996, the Sydney Harbour has hosted one
the Best New Years Eve Parties in the world. With signature display of
Pyrotechnics such as the Waterfall Effect and the Birthday Cake effect,
this is one New years Eve party you just have to experience. The Party
is hosted by the City of Sydney Counsil and Kylie Minogue will be the
creative ambassador for the 2013 celebrations.
2. Madrid:
The city of Madrid comes alive in
December, from huge street parties to intimate restaurants, you’ll find
your ideal place to be on December 31st. Spend the day experiencing the
best that Spain has to offer; stroll through the famous streets and
experience the cultural sights, foods and people. Puerto del Sol is
where Madrid's New Years celebrations are concentrated. The centre of
the city is a famous landmark in its own right, and on December 31st it
becomes the focal point for the whole country. A enormous clock is
mounted to countdown to the New Year. Crowds gather to party the night
away with Spanish cava, warming up the city in the midst of winter!
3. Time Square, New York:
By far one of the oldest recorded New
Year's Eve party venue, Times Square hosted it's first New Year's Eve
Party in 1904. This spectacle is a definite entry into bucket lists
across the world, and deservedly so. From Muhammad Ali in 2000 to Lady
Gaga last year, Times Square New York has hosted many celebrities along
the years. Every year at 11:59 p.m. EST on New Year's Eve a Time call is
lowered 77 feet down a flagpole, resting on the stroke of midnight to
signal the start of the New Year.The Times Square ball drop is one of
the best-known New Year's celebrations internationally, attended by at
least one million spectators yearly, with an estimated global audience
of at least 1 billion.
4. London:
If you’re looking for an impressive
street party look no further. London has a variety of street based
events to lead you through into the New Year. Watch the minutes count
down on the iconic Big Ben or admire the firework display at the London
Eye, with the best view from Westminister bridge. The next day, if you
feel up to it, join the London Parade as it makes its way through the
city; drawing visitors from around Europe this is a spectacular event
with local heroes, bands, clowns and much more.
5. Honolulu Hawaii:
As the last major city to celebrate the
New Year, Honolulu, Hawaii is the best place to spend a New Year's Eve.
Every December 31, the city of Honolulu bursts into life with
festivities. If you are lucky enough to be in Hawaii during the holiday
season, make sure you make yourself available for this New Years Eve
Celebration. A walk down Waikiki Beach is an unforgettable way to bring
in the New Year. Every major hotel on the beach hosts live music and
events throughout night and there are a half-dozen different fireworks
displays to enjoy. With 70 degree weather and warm sunshine in December,
Honolulu is a wonderful place to bring in the New Year. Whether you
prefer a dinner with family, a walk along Waikiki Beach, or a party at
Aloha Tower Marketplace, it definitely is one to experience.
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