New York City, New York
New York City is one of the most popular New Year’s Eve destinations in the United States and perhaps even in the world. It offers over a hundred thousand different places to drink, dance and celebrate.
Thousands of people head toward Times Square before midnight to see the ball drop. And millions also watch it on TV. If you don’t like crowds, make a reservation in one of the restaurants or bars overlooking Times Square. However, you should remember to book in advance.
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And for a completely different experience, take a night boat ride on New York Harbor to watch the midnight fireworks on Liberty Island. Or go to Brooklyn and watch the city’s firework display from the Williamsburg waterfront. Also, the bars in Bushwick and Williamsburg are much less crowded than the ones in Manhattan.
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Las Vegas, Nevada
Every year, 300 thousand go to Las Vegas to celebrate the most important night of the year. The entire Las Vegas strip becomes car-free and transforms into one huge party. Shows, concerts, clubs, casinos, it’s all there! There is enough party space for everybody in this city, just remember to book well in advance.
At midnight, seven casinos launch 40 thousand tons of fireworks from their rooftops into the desert sky of Nevada. It’s definitely a show that you don’t see every day. Las Vegas is a vivid party destination all-year-round.
However, if you come to this city for New Year, you will not regret it. New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas is showbiz at its very best!
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Honolulu, Hawaii
Hawaii is the perfect tropical getaway any time of the year. However, it is even more fun to escape the cold, snowy winter and spend the New Year’s Eve in the warm climate of Honolulu. Imagine the fireworks burst over Waikiki Beach and the Aloha Tower, while you celebrate New Year in a swimsuit with a refreshing cocktail in your hand.
What could be more exciting?
If you have kids, Honolulu is also the place for you! It has a reputation for being the most family-friendly New Year’s Eve destination in the United States. You and your kids will have a wonderful vacation in the Kaka’ako Waterfront Park, with multiple carnival rides, food trucks, a beer garden and numerous other entertainments.
You will find your perfect New Year celebration in Hawaii!
New Orleans, Louisiana
After Mardi Gras, the New Year celebration is the most memorable event in the largest city of Louisiana.
Traditions here are slightly different than in the rest of the country, so come and find a unique experience in New Orleans. The city offers a unique mixture of cultures, food, and music, which makes it a popular New Year destination for travelers. Instead of a ball drop, at midnight people here watch a giant Fleur de Lis descending from a high pole on top of a building.
At the same moment, fireworks are launched, in tune with the music, and they light the sky over the Mississippi River. The party continues on Bourbon Street and in the Latin Quarter, where bars and clubs become wild with people partying.
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Disney World, Florida
Disney World theme park in the state of Florida is a dream-come-true destination for families with kids. The park is packed with activities all day long and stays open until 1 am. Around midnight, the show starts.
Firework displays, Cirque du Soleil performances, dance parties, confetti explosions and live entertainers keep all the visitors occupied and entertained.
Miami, Florida
The third most popular destination in the USA, Miami, offers numerous attractions. These include Miami Beach and South Beach venues for New Year’s Eve celebration. The festivities start at 8 pm in Bayfront Park and culminate with fireworks at midnight. For party enthusiasts, both hotels and local venues offer entertainment programs of all kinds and for every taste.
San Francisco, California
Travelers from all over the world go to San Francisco to spend New Year’s Eve and witness the spectacular fireworks show in the night sky between the Ferry Building and the Bay Bridge.
In San Francisco, you can be sure to find entertainment on every corner during the day and numerous vivid parties during the night. However, you need to book early to get the best experience!
Los Angeles, California
In Los Angeles, it is hard to stay focused on one particular event.
When in the city of angels, you feel like a party is all around you. The largest city of California offers New Year celebrations for every taste and budget, from street parties to black tie events.
The annual Cleopatra’s New Year’s Eve Ball at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood always attracts many visitors. Numerous nightclubs also have their own holiday celebration programs. However, even if you miss the chance to buy the ticket for a particular event, you can have the same amount of fun at one of the free events.
For example, visit Grand Park and the surrounding area, where numerous stages for live entertainment, along with food vendors throughout the area. Or, if you are not a party enthusiast, you can always find a peaceful spot near the ocean to meet the New Year.
Chicago, Illinois
Many Chicago hotels offer special packages for the time of the New Year to make sure that a trip to the shores of Lake Michigan is a popular travel activity this time of year.
The largest city of Illinois is loaded with entertainment facilities and things to do on New Year’s Eve.
Chicago House dance music venues attract superstar DJs from all over the world. Local theaters and lounges play jazz and blues. Dinner cruises on Lake Michigan offer the best view of the firework display. And Nay Pier, the family theme park, also boasts numerous rides, attractions, and entertainments.
Despite what you choose, spending the New Year in Chicago would be an unforgettable memory for the whole family!
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