New Year’s Eve Celebrations Across the World

A new year is on its way, proving the fact that we survived from one of the worst world  scenarios. New Year was always about starting something fresh but it is also about continuing the good deeds we did, in the best possible way. So, New Year is not always about buying new stuff, shopping from fancy stores, or simply deleting what we did in the previous days. Let us continue the good, compassionate, and true selves of us and welcome the upcoming New Year in the best possible way to make ourselves better everyday with something new. People around the world celebrate this special day in different and unique ways. Here lists some of the locations where you can try visiting and join with interesting NYE celebrations like never before.

Australia

The New Year in Australia falls in the middle of summer. Out of all, Sydney the capital of the state of New South Wales and the most populous city in Australia has the world popular New Year’s Eve celebrations. Sydney Harbour can be identified as one of the frequently voted destinations during the time. Get on board a New Year’s cruise on Sydney Harbour and take in the best views of the world’s famous 9pm and 12pm fireworks display with an amazing cruising and restaurant-quality dining experience. Spot an authentic paddlewheeler cruise offering a night full of entertainment including a one hour long cabaret show by an all-Australian cast of highest calibre. You can also enjoy DJ and party music to welcome 2022 in style. Admire the prime views while feasting on a freshly prepared deluxe 5-course seated and served menu and premium Australian beverages including beers, house spirits, wines, etc. What makes the New Year’s Eve cruises attractive and favourite is the fact that it all offers an all-inclusive package so that tourists or passengers can take in the prime views of the million-dollar fireworks, iconic skyline, lit up harbour attractions and more over the onboard entertainment, dinner, and drinks in one go.             

North America

In Mexico and Puerto Rico, people throw pails of water out their windows to symbolically sweep out the evil spirits and the passing year. They also clean their surroundings with a goal to start the new year on a fresh slate. While Mexicans toss coins to the ground and sweep them back into their houses for a prosperous future, Puerto Ricans sprinkle sugar outside their house. Some of their traditional foods are served including pasteles, roasted pig, arroz con gandules, coquito and rice pudding. 

South America

When the new year arrives, Ecuadorians celebrate the annual Anos Viejos by burning scarecrows at midnight. These scarecrows symbolise the public figures who wronged the world in the previous year. They also burn photographs from the previous year in the name of starting fresh. Coming down to Brazil, people celebrate the New Year’s Eve by enjoying the fireworks on Copacabana beach, wearing white clothes and eating lentils, which signify wealth. In Peru, people eat grapes and their traditional food to celebrate the onset of a new year. Another interesting custom of the Peruvians is putting three potatoes—one peeled, one partially peeled and the other kept as it is—and picking one potato at midnight while being blindfolded. It is believed that your prosperity will depend on how much skin is present on the potato you pick. New Year’s Eve in Chile is celebrated to honor the dearly departed, where the bereaved families spend the night at the cemetery close to their deceased loved ones. However at midnight, they celebrate with fireworks and wear certain colours that indicate hope.

Famous & Unspoilt Locations for your NYE Celebrations

Can you remember your last New Year’s Eve celebration? Was it truly unforgettable? It is time for us to welcome a new year again with new hopes, new resolutions, and new decisions. Have you got any plans to celebrate this upcoming event in any special, unique manner? Here goes the list of some pretty cool destinations that can be visited to celebrate the upcoming New Year with your family and friends in colour and vigour.

Sydney, Australia

Sydney can be seen as a remarkably well coastal destination in the world. Have you ever been to Sydney Harbour, home to the two iconic Sydney landmarks as well as the two world-famous architectural masterpieces such as the Harbour Bridge and Opera House? Have you ever heard about New Year’s Eve celebrations in the harbour? The NYE celebration in the harbour can be seen as one of the biggest and exorbitant celebrations in the world that only gets bigger every time. This would be an ideal location if you have plans to celebrate this upcoming event in Australia. The New Year’s Eve cruises in the harbour can give you the best views of the spectacular fireworks display and stunning harbour attractions. Get on board an authentic paddlewheeler with an old world charm offering a one hour cabaret show to fire up your NYE cruising experience. You can enjoy the million-dollar views of the pyrotechnic projections from its wrap-around verandah and cathedral windows. Experience high-end restaurant quality dining and a deluxe seated and served dinner made to perfection by the onboard chefs. Mix and match it with Australian beverages and soft drinks while enjoying the stunning Sydney city skyline and illuminated harbour attractions. Hop on board a 6 to 7 hours New Year’s cruise in Sydney Harbour and click some spectacular pictures in the background and share it on social media.            

Caye Caulker, Belize

You can have pretty amazing views of dense mangrove forests and rich terrestrial wildlife in the north and local people settlements in the south. Caye Caulker can be seen as an island paradise off the coast of Belize divided into two by a narrow channel called the Split. There are some pretty cool locations to celebrate and have fun with your family and friends, irrespective of your age. Taste some local foods along your way which are healthy and nutritious. There is a famous, cheap, and delicious Belizean dish called Fry Jacks which is made up of beans, egg, and cheese. There are many seafood restaurants on the island where you can go and taste some freshly cooked seafood dishes. Just go around and explore some street stalls selling grilled seafood dishes, which is amazing and super delicious. Try to get into Hol Chan Marine Reserve, one of Belize’s top dive spots and spend some time for a fun exhilarating experience. You can swim among pretty beautiful coral reefs in the protected channel and can snorkel amongst a throng of harmless stingrays. You can also visit Shark Alley where we can spot some spectacular aquatic wildlife. As it mentioned earlier you can get personal with the wildlife if you can pay a visit to the northern half of the island. You can find acres of nature reserve where we can explore and encounter some pretty cool, calm, and friendly creatures. Discover and uncover the unspoilt jungles and pretty much uninhabited locations. You can kayak over if you have plans to explore and discover further. Let this New Year be adventurous. You might have several kayaking or hiking history to share, but this one will be a lulu! 

Ticketed Venues In Sydney To Celebrate NYE 2020

Celebrating new year’s eve in Sydney is, hands down, a unique experience. With the iconic New Year Fireworks showcasing a remarkable display that paints the sky with vibrant hues, Sydney Harbour transforms into a wonderland on this special night. It is believed that more than a million people come to see the Sydney New Year’s Eve Fireworks. However, we can expect to see some changes in the way new year’s eve is celebrated in Sydney due to the pandemic. If you’ve been looking for a party venue in the city, a safe and hygienic place might be what you’re looking for. Here are some options to make your search easier. 

Sydney NYE cruises

To find a good spot to watch the evening’s celebrations on Sydney Harbour may be a hard task due to the great demand. A New Year’s Eve cruise along Sydney Harbour is one of the most ideal ways to watch the show! Book a Sydney Harbour New Year’s Eve cruise and enjoy amazing food and drinks in all its luxury, in addition to the fact that you get to see fireworks from ringside seats. You will also get the opportunity to see the famous Sydney Harbour tourist attractions such as the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge! For those of you who feel like cruises may be unreasonably costly, these pocket-friendly Sydney Harbour New Year’s Eve cruises prove it wrong. They provide an uncompromised experience that delivers the best of Sydney NYE. Choose the famous paddlewheeler cruise on Sydney Harbour to enjoy a 1-hour cabaret show in addition. Now does that sound like a plan to you? Book your cruise right away. 

Sydney Opera House

The iconic Sydney Opera House is probably the best NYE vantage point in the city. For a grand New Year’s Eve celebration, head over to this popular destination to watch the fireworks in all its glory from ringside seats. You may also dine at the Opera Kitchen, the Bennelong Restaurant or drink up to the spectacular views at the famous Opera Bar to make the experience more special. The area around Opera House is one of the most crowded places you can imagine during the new year’s eve. However, the views from here are worth it all. 

Taronga Zoo

If you’re a Sydneysider, New Year’s Eve at the Taronga Zoo is one of the must do attractions. The zoo offers amazing views of the harbour while providing an eventful party experience. This is a ticketed event that provides a special NYE celebration in Sydney. Visit the animals at the zoo on the last day of the year for a refreshing experience like no other. Hang out with cute koalas and other feathered and furry friends to feel relaxed and feel connected to Mother Nature to begin the new year on a pleasant note. Also watch the most spectacular fireworks to ring in 2021 in style.

NSW has declared that all the public non-ticketed areas will remain shut during the new year’s eve to avoid crowding. In that case, you may choose any of the waterfront restaurants in Sydney to watch the fireworks. Since these are ticketed options in Sydney, you wouldn’t need to worry about breaking the rules too.
With such a significant number of decisions, you’re sure to discover one that suits your budget and taste. Plan and book your spot in one of the viewing areas well ahead of time to get the best seats. Head over to any of the above locations in Sydney to celebrate new year’s eve and be rest assured to have a memorable one. Choose your best and welcome the year ahead with some incredible memories!

Amazing New Year’s Eve Activities in Sydney You Shouldn’t Miss

Sydney is one of the few places in the world that clocks in the new year a little sooner than the rest and it’s not surprising that the new year’s eve is celebrated in a grand manner. Sydney NYE, as we know it, is the third biggest New Year’s Eve celebration that happens in the world. If you’ll be in Sydney for the upcoming New Year’s Eve, here are some interesting activities you can take part in to ring in the new year in style. 

Sydney New Year’s Eve Cruises

A fulfilling way to welcome the new year is to get on board a Sydney New Year’s eve cruise that sets the perfect ambience to watch the iconic fireworks show. Choose the famous paddlewheeler cruise to enjoy a 1-hour live cabaret show performed by a very talented all-Australian crew of dancers, songstresses and follies. This amazing New Year’s Eve cruise in Sydney also offers a delicious 5-course dinner that is freshly prepared by experienced chefs and served with premium drinks and beverages. The Sydney NYE cruises are an overwhelming treat to your senses that will definitely give you an unforgettable night for life. With fully air-conditioned theatre-style interiors and spacious dining and viewing decks, the paddlewheeler cruise is one of the few party venues that offers everything under one roof. Excited much? Book your Sydney NYE cruise today! 

Opera Gala at the Opera House

Sydney’s world-famous Sydney Opera House hosts one of the most exciting New Year’s Eve parties that are glamorous and magnificent in all ways. The Opera Gala on New Year’s Eve held at the Opera House features some of the finest performers in Australia and is a top-notch vantage point to the fireworks. The Gala includes a slew of events including a pre-performance dinner, a Foyers concert, the Opera Gla and the Midnight Party. You can get prime views of the fireworks from the Northern Foyer Balconies which usually get crowded during the fireworks. The Opera Gala is also a wonderful opportunity to dress up and catch up with the trends.  

Night Parties

You don’t really need a reason to party in Sydney. But when an occasion comes, the revellers take partying to the next level.  For instance the Underground party venue located near the Circular Quay has taken the city by the storm with its signature take on new year’s eve partying in Sydney. Depending on the views you prefer, the city offers a number of new year parties that will treat you just the way you like it. Whether you’re looking at affordable park hangs or a fancy ticketed space, Sydney won’t disappoint you. 

Taronga Zoo

If you love animals, would you care to celebrate the new year’s eve with the animals? Sounds fascinating? Head over to Sydney’s Taronga Zoo to spend the last day of the year with cute animals and also get prime views of the fireworks. The zoo offers a range of ticketing options including a wonderful evening on the lawn or an extravagant dinner party at the zoo’s ballroom and rooftop venues. Go on an after-dark tour of the zoo to meet the animals after the party’s over and wish the animals a wonderful new year too.

New Year’s Eve at the Beach

Sydney is home to nearly 100 beaches along the NSW coast. On the new year’s eve, almost all of these beaches see a huge crowd of revellers who come to swim, sunbathe, surf or simple people-watch. Visit Bondi or Manly Beach to discover some amazing shopping centers and dining venues with a stunning view of the beach. Ring in the new year on any of the beaches in Sydney with your friends for a fun and memorable night.