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Hotel rates in 2024 are down a bit from 2023, but the all-inclusive resorts are really expensive in the week between Christmas and New Year’s already. 3-star hotels from: US$95 per night for two people; 4-star hotels from: US$191 per night for two people; All-inclusive resorts from: US$588 per night for two people Plus, plenty of Christmas markets run into the New Year too! Perhaps you’ll choose Amsterdam, the city of canals, and take a midnight cruise along the river to watch the fireworks and sip champagne. Some New Year breaks will give you the chance to explore natural beauty alongside nightlife, like in Reykjavik, with the stunning Northern Lights 10. New Orleans, Louisiana. Get funky and get down with a New Year’s party in New Orleans. It’s a famous city full of laughter and music, with plenty of food to boot. Jackson Square hosts the biggest shindig in town, with plenty of live bands and sparkly stuff happening all night long. Don’t forget to soak up the sun on Bondi Beach. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Brazilians embrace the new year as a time of renewal. Take part in this tradition with a trip to Rio de Janeiro. Locals go all out on New Year’s Eve with a giant party along the iconic Copacabana Beach, featuring fireworks, music, and more. Boasting a temperate climate that often feels like eternal springtime, these islands are one of the best warm new year’s destinations for winter sun holidays. So if you are looking for warm vacation spots for new years, the Canary Islands offers seven idyllic island getaways to choose from. Almost three hundred days of sun and temperatures ranging from 27 to 31 degrees, all year round: with this premise, it is easy to understand why the Caribbean is always one of the most loved destinations for a warm New Year’s holiday. The winter's icy grip often sparks a yearning for escape, with many of us stuck dreaming of sun-drenched destinations with the promise of warm breezes and a feeling of renewal. These tropical regions and islands, famous for their lush green landscapes and crystalline waters are still to this day the most refreshing environments, and Rio de Janeiro is in the Southern Hemisphere, which means New Year’s Eve is summertime, bringing party-goers to the beach. In fact, over two million (many of which wear white as it’s said to bring good luck) head to the famous Copacabana, a 2.5-mile stretch of sand, to enjoy Champagne, samba and fireworks. Usher in the New Year with some much-needed winter sun. Search Metro. Close Search ideal for a relaxing holiday to kick off the year. Cape Town, South Africa London New Year’s Eve A whopping two million people gather on the 2.5-mile-long Copacabana for samba, Champagne and fireworks on New Year’s Eve – to find a good spot, start staking your place from 10pm. It’s customary to wear white in Rio on NYE – said to bring luck for the New Year. From skiing with Santa to New Year’s Eve fireworks, the holiday season at Sun Peaks is packed with magical moments and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re here for the festive events, gourmet dining, or simply to enjoy the snowy slopes, Sun Peaks is the perfect destination for creating cherished holiday memories. Since New Year's Eve falls on a weekend on Saturday 1, January 2022, New Year's Day will be observed as a federal holiday on New Year's Eve on Friday 31 December 2021. This is because when federal holidays fall on a Saturday, they are observed on a Friday, and when federal days fall on a Sunday, they are observed on a Monday. New Year Events 2025 in Limassol: Live Music concert. Where to Stay: Harmony Bay Hotel, Sylva Hotel Limassol, Pier Beach Hotel Apartments, Pefkos City Hotel. Things to Do: Attend live music concerts. Nearest Airport: Paphos International Airport. Ideal for: Friends. 4. Paphos: For A Quiet New Year’s Eve Winter is the perfect time of year to take a much-needed holiday and escape the shorter days and wintery chills at home. Not only is travelling in the winter often a budget-friendly option as you’re holidaying off-peak, but you'll still have a whole world of amazing destinations to choose from. There are plenty of New Year’s Eve celebrations happening in the tri-county area for those looking to ring in the new year. Morgan’s Music Junction is hosting the last jam of the year with its 2023 Jamboree Finale on Thursday. Celebrate New Year's Eve and Alice B.'s first anniversary with a memorable evening of live music and delicious food. Enjoy champagne, caviar and a special prix-fixe menu ($125 per person) with Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style on The Love Boat—be sure to pack sequins, bow ties and dancing shoes as Sun Princess transforms into the ultimate party venue. The decks will come alive with music, décor and dancing all leading up to a spectacular countdown complete with noise makers, the Sun Princess Band and a Champagne toast to ring in Best New Year breaks. Wondering where to go for your New Year’s Eve adventure? We’ve got everything from weekends away in places that are perfect for parties and sightseeing to beach holidays in sun-soaked cities. If you need some inspiration, take a look at some of our favourite destinations for a memorable New Year holiday. For those after a one-night fizz-fuelled escape, Hotel Du Vin is offering New Year’s Eve packages at 19 of its properties across the country ROMANTIC AND COSY This year you can kick off your New Year’s Eve with Binghamton’s hockey team. The Binghamton Black Bears are scheduled to take on the Hudson Valley Venom at 5 p.m. on Dec. 31 at the Visions
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