Great Places to Spend New Year Eve 2018
We are near the end of 2018!
Be sure to plan for prime parties and the best viewing areas for fireworks. Some venues charge admission, and tickets sometimes sell out months ahead.
So let the countdown begin. Here are great places where you can travel for a New Year Eve you'll never forget:
Hong Kong
The dramatic skyline in Hong Kong provides a sight visitors never forget, and New Year's Eve fireworks just up the ante. The fireworks that illuminate stunning Victoria Harbour are set to music.
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In addition, captivating fireworks are the prime attraction of New Year celebration in Hong Kong. Locals and people from across the world gather at the vantage points to watch the sky sparkle. The city’s skyline illuminates with colorful lights while the waterfront gets decked up with rippling effect and an impressive light and sound show.
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Best vantage points to see fireworks: Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Center, Harbour City Car Park, China Ferry Terminal, Hung Hom, West Kowloon, Waterfront Promenade and Kowloon Peak, IFC Mall, waterfront next to Hong Kong Observation Wheel and Tamar Park.
Bangkok
Bangkok often tops roundup lists of Asia's best nightlife cities. So of course, it's a natural place to ring in the new year if you like crowds, noise and revelry.
Bangkok's answer to Times Square, Central World Plaza is one of the main gathering spots for celebrations. Another popular gathering spot is the Asiatique shopping and entertainment area along the Chao Phraya River.
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You may want to continue the celebration at one of Bangkok's stunning bars such as Red Sky or a sky-high restaurant such as Sirocco.
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Tokyo
Tokyo Tower annually displays special light-up for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s day, and it’s been a popular countdown spot in the city.
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Kasai Seaside Park (Kasai Rinkai Koen, 葛西臨海公園) is a popular leisure park located in Edogawa Ward in Tokyo, and best known for its largest Ferris wheel in Japan. The park hosts a massive countdown event annually, featuring spectacular fireworks, live shows and more.
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Bali
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Kuta Beach is the prime location for New Year’s Eve celebrations. Afternoon festivities commence at Puputan Badung Square for the NYE Bali carnival and parade, followed by fireworks galore after the countdown. There is also a number of events held at some of the island's most popular clubs; including Potato Head Beach Club, Cocoon Beach Club, Mozaic Beach Club, W Lounge & Warehouse82.
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