New Year in the company of a cat and a TV, of course, promises unrestrained fun, but still there is an alternative to this option. Why not see some New Year's show of the countries of the world where the celebration covers the whole city, and you can feel like a part of it?
Yes, New Year's program there is in every, even the most remote village, but only in some places can this program turn into a real extravaganza. If you are ready to spend this and meet the next year in full swing, then this list will come in handy for you.
NY
On the eve of New Years in New York there is simply no place that does not offer you something interesting. First, you can visit many performances: The Lion King, The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, etc. Visit Broadway, look at one of the many musicals that are presented to a huge audience, look at the Empire State Building, see the most famous and huge ice rink near the center of Rockefeller and may even ride there.
Look into one of the prohibitively large department stores, such as Barnis, Bloomingdales, Bergdorf, in order to sit on Santa's lap and whisper your most cherished wish to him. Well, be sure to be on by 18 o'clock. Times Square to see a huge luminous crystal hour descending from the sky (or from a skyscraper), which will touch the ground at exactly 12 o'clock when the New Year comes.
Las Vegas
If people go to NYC for a real holiday, a fairy tale and sincerity, then everyone comes here in search of adventures, wild discos where you can come off and, of course, in order to lose a couple of million in a casino. provides an ideal opportunity to visit the most unreal shows of world stars, because it is here that they are held with the greatest scope and intricacy. And on New Year's Eve, the most massive party takes place here, which occupies an area of 6.5 km and stretches from Mandeley Bay Resort to the Stratosphere, with the latter, by the way, a wonderful view of the city and a fireworks show that literally break the sky at 12 o'clock ...
Rio de Janeiro
New Year in Brazil has a bright national color. Millions of locals, along with tourists, dress in white robes that were once worn by the priestesses of the Candomblé religion (a religion that African-American slaves brought to Latin America and which is based on the worship of the spirits of the elements) and gather at Copacabana beach... Exactly at midnight, this whole procession throws flowers on the coastal waves, honoring the sea goddess Yemaya, the patroness of women, who is somewhat reminiscent of our Diva Mary.
And after this action, everyone disperses to celebrate the actual onset of the New Year with all the traditional attributes: fireworks, champagne, concerts, dances and carnivals.
London
On December 31, most Londoners mingle with tourists pour into the streets, filling the banks of the Thames and Trafalgar Square, waiting for Big Ben to begin the countdown. About 10 minutes before New Years, a light show begins over the Thames, accompanied by a thousand fireworks, and then the eyes of all the inhabitants of London rush towards the London Eye, where fireworks spinning in the sky are accompanied by loud British music that can be heard in every corner of the city.
Paris
New year's night transforms Paris from a "city of lights" into a "city of fireworks". If the entire festive sacrament in London takes place near Big Ben, then in Paris all the young people are going to watch how a local symbol - the Eiffel Tower, thousands of fireworks are blown up, accompanied by kisses and real champagne - on the Champs Elysees. You can meet more romantically by booking a cruise on the Seine, where you can watch the show in a more secluded and relaxed atmosphere. And if you have no one to go on a cruise with, and unbridled French youth somehow do not inspire enthusiasm, then you can enjoy the New Year's show in Montmartre, where the atmosphere is calmer and the view is no worse.
Madrid
New Year in Spain is distinguished by one particular tradition. All citizens and guests gather in Puerta del Sol, one of the oldest and most emblematic squares in Spain. But, instead of having time to drink champagne before the clock strikes 12, the Spaniards must have time to eat 12 grapes, which symbolize 12 months of the year. Well, after the main clock of the country announces that the New Year has come, a mega fireworks show, street processions and carnivals begin.
Toronto
To meet New Year in Canada there are two options. The first one will go to Niagara Falls... There is something to see: at night, the waterfall around the entire perimeter is illuminated with multi-colored lights, creating the effect of a rainbow, and at midnight all this begins with a pyrotechnic show accompanied by a live musical orchestra. For those who are afraid of cold and water, there is another option - to join hundreds of thousands of Canadians in the main square of Toronto - Nathan Phillips, where every year world stars give a free concert, and fireworks hurt the sky as selflessly as at Niagara Falls.
Tokyo
It's time to move a little to the East and see what happens there on New Year's Eve. Here, the New Year is quieter than, for example, in European capitals, and many may even find it boring. There are no such crowds of people as in Times Square, but there are huge queues to the temples. In the New Year itself, the Japanese launch hundreds of thousands of balloons and lanterns from the sky, where they tie notes with their dreams and wishes for the next year. But, on January 2, the gates to the imperial palace open, which everyone can visit. By the way, this opportunity happens only 2 times a year.
Christmas Island
If you can't wait to be the first in everything, including celebrating the New Year, then you have a direct road to christmas island... This island is named after one holiday, the first in the world to celebrate another - New Year. Here it is unusual, as instead of snow - sand, and instead of cold, the temperature is 22-25 degrees Celsius. But, to each his own, because there are people who dream not to play snowballs for the New Year, but, for example, plunge into the water with scuba diving, is not an option?
Sydney
This distant, distant kingdom also has its own traditions and advantages in celebrating everyone's beloved and anticipated New Year. The place where all Australians and their guests gather is Sydney harbor bridge and the building of the Opera House. This is where the incredible begins New Year show, which is accompanied by a light, music and pyrotechnic show, acrobatic performances in the air and even dances of a whole flotilla of illuminated boats.
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Those who want to plunge into a Christmas fairy tale at least for a while prefer to celebrate the New Year in Europe. The flight here is rather short, so it is relatively inexpensive. If you are still suffering from the throes of choice, I offer you my TOP-10 places where to celebrate the New Year in Europe.
— Prague... This city is firmly in the top position as the most popular destination for celebrating Christmas and New Years. And all because you seem to find yourself in a fairy tale. Medieval streets and castles, street performances ... And if you are lucky and there will be snow during your arrival - the feeling of magic happening around you is simply inevitable!
— Paris... The capital of France has forever earned a reputation as a city of lovers. I recommend coming here with your soul mate. After a little freezing after romantic walks, it will be no less romantic to sit in local cafes with a cup of coffee. 
— Istanbul... The former Constantinople is beautiful at any time of the year. In addition, it is relatively warm here that you can even walk along the Bosphorus by boat. Cozy local hookah cafes will make your evenings unique! 
— Lucerne... This small Swiss town on the shores of a beautiful lake will be a real discovery even for a seasoned traveler. Yes, vacation here is not cheap, but worth it. In Lucerne, you understand that here it is - a real fairy tale! 
— Transylvania, Romania... A favorite place for fans of the famous Count Dracula. Under the snow, the forests and castles of Transylvania acquire a special, ominous mystery. If you are one of those who like to tickle your nerves - this option is for you. 
— Budapest... The capital of Hungary in recent years has grown sharply in the ranking of the most popular cities in Europe. Tourists who have already visited the main capitals tend to Budapest. After all, here a noisy meeting of the most popular holiday can be combined with luxurious spa treatments in local baths. 
— Amsterdam will be an ideal meeting place for the New Year for young people and people who love fun. Sin City truly never sleeps. If you try hard, the trip can be quite cheap - book accommodation in one of the many hostels, and eat in Arab cafes. 
— Riga... If you still think that this is one of the places in the post-Soviet space, then you are greatly mistaken. Riga is a beautiful and very European city. In addition, we are so close to us that you can even get here by train. 
— Oslo... A great opportunity to spend your New Year's holidays in a traditional European setting. Everything will be here - fine dining, holiday rides, Christmas sales, and even snow! 
And one more tip: when going to Europe for the New Year, you can plan your trip in order to see as much interesting as possible in a few days. For example, having celebrated the New Year in Prague, you can go to Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, Warsaw ... As they say, there would be a desire 🙂
Galina Chernenko
Director of the travel agency "RossTour", Ulyanovsk.
- Plan your holiday break from December 24th or even earlier. Then you will be able to choose the most favorable tour in terms of price-quality ratio.
- Consider non-standard countries and cities for your New Year's holiday. In any case, you will be satisfied, because the New Year is an international holiday.
- Choose tours based on the company in which you are going to relax. For example, families with children will surely like Finland, where there is a residence of the Finnish Santa Claus and a school for young skiers.
- Air temperature: –10… –15 ° C.
- Visa: need not.
- Who suits: families with children, as well as everyone who loves fairy tales.
- Cost of living: from 1,071 rubles per night in the hotel.
- : from 9 464 rubles.
Santa Claus is registered in one of the oldest Russian cities, the famous center of family tourism - Veliky Ustyug. To visit the homeland of a fairytale hero in winter is like returning to childhood.
The estate of Santa Claus has its own library, an observatory, a bedchamber, a light house of magical objects, attractions, a zoo, a throne room where you can take a selfie with the famous grandfather. It is from here that he sets off on his famous tour of Russia - to light the main city trees.
If you go to Veliky Ustyug as a savage, please note: the entrance to the territory of the estate is paid. An entertainment package starts at 1 220 rubles.
A bonus is clean fresh air, gorgeous northern spruce forests, as well as a huge number of architectural and historical monuments that can be seen during a sightseeing tour.
2. Kondopoga, Russia
- Air temperature: –3… –5 ° C.
- Visa: need not.
- Who suits: everyone who loves outdoor activities, families with children.
- Cost of living: from 385 rubles per night in a hostel.
- The cost of the train from Moscow and back: from 4 704 rubles.
A vacation in Karelia is an active vacation surrounded by picturesque landscapes. You can ride on snowy plains on huskies, deer and snowmobiles, go to the Kivach waterfall, and also get acquainted with the Karelian Santa Claus, who arranges fun competitions like throwing felt boots.
Among other things, tourists in Karelia are fed delicious dried fish and watered with water from healing ferruginous springs.
- Air temperature: 4–8 ° C.
- Visa: need not.
- Who suits: for ski lovers, but not for sudden changes in temperature.
- Cost of living: from 190 rubles per night in a hostel.
- The cost of a flight from Moscow and back: from 12 300 rubles.
- : from 27,138 rubles.
Despite the congestion of the most popular Russian ski resort, you can still find places in hotels with interesting price tags. The main thing is to pick up.
It can be cool and windy on the Black Sea on New Year's Eve. But this does not negate pleasant walks, gatherings in coastal cafes and active sports, including skiing and snowboarding.
Tourists from the regions can go on New Year's holidays on bus tours to and from Moscow. Their cost is 12-15 thousand rubles per person.
Galina Chernenko, director of the travel agency "RossTour", Ulyanovsk
If you decide to go to Sochi, use Aviasales to save on ticket purchases.
- Air temperature: 7-9 ° C.
- Visa: need not.
- Who suits
- Cost of living: from 455 rubles per night in a hostel.
- The cost of a flight from Moscow and back: from 17 862 rubles.
- The cost of a weekly tour for two: from 57 384 rubles.
Istanbul is not the most popular city on New Year's holidays. Therefore, the trip will be quite budgetary.
You will walk to your heart's content along the most beautiful streets of the ancient capital of empires, gorge on hearty Turkish cuisine, take a ride on the Bosphorus, watch the sellers of oriental exoticism and relax in the hammam.
- Temperature: 24-28 ° C (water temperature - from 21 ° C).
- Visa: not needed if you stay in the country for no more than 15 days.
- Who suits: for lovers of exotic and those who did not have enough summer this year.
- Cost of living: from 165 rubles per night in a hostel.
- The cost of a flight from Moscow and back: from 46 763 rubles.
If you want to celebrate the New Year under the hot foreign sun, plan to fly on December 25-27 and return on January 1-2. At this time, you can pick up quite a budget tour to Vietnam.
Despite the fact that the weather here is capricious, tourists sunbathe, go fishing and excursions, enjoy the evening breeze. Only the elegantly decorated Christmas trees that the Vietnamese set up in hotels and shopping centers remind of the New Year.
- Temperature: 23-28 ° C (water temperature - 18-21 ° C).
- Visa: required, but issued at the border at the entrance.
- Who suits: for those who do not want to celebrate the New Year with snow and frost.
- Cost of living: from 1,394 rubles per night in a hostel.
- The cost of a flight from Moscow and back: from 23 271 rubles.
The budget will be released from December 25-28 to early January. New Year's Eve is considered the coldest season here, but not for Russians. Among our tourists there are even those who risk swimming.
- Air temperature: –1… –2 ° C.
- Visa: Schengen.
- Who suits: for those who like to walk and explore new cities.
- Cost of living: from 455 rubles per night in a hostel.
- The cost of a flight from Moscow and back: from 17 862 rubles.
- The cost of a weekly tour for two: from 57 384 rubles.
During the New Year holidays, you can go to one of the European capitals - Prague. There you can see the main attractions: the ancient fortress of Prague Castle, Old Town Square, Charles Bridge and the historical district of Mala Strana. But the main thing is that all this time you will be surrounded by the atmosphere of a holiday and New Year in the most beautiful city in Europe.
- Air temperature: –25… –15 ° C.
- Visa: need not.
- Who suits: lovers of nature and travel in Russia.
- Cost of living: from 250 rubles per night in a guest house.
- The cost of a flight from Moscow and back: from 21,500 rubles.
A small resort on the Halkidiki peninsula is suitable for leisurely relaxation and walks by the sea. In winter, there are few tourists in the city, but traditional shops and fish restaurants are still open. Nea Kallikratia is located 40 km from Thessaloniki, so it will be easy to go to a large Greek city for a few days.
When it comes to celebrating the New Year, everyone chooses their own way to celebrate this holiday. Someone sits at home in front of the TV, someone rushes around the world, trying to get as many impressions as possible on this day.
In this article we will figure out where to go to Europe for the New Year holidays. There are many places in Europe where you can celebrate this bright holiday. Everyone wants bright memories after the New Year. Therefore, I have selected for you the most interesting options for cities and hotels that will help create an atmosphere of magic and fun. Still the main night of the year.
In all cities of Europe, New Years are celebrated in approximately the same way. I will try to highlight the distinguishing features of each option. And also hello options for air tickets, I will advise good hotels and tours to Europe for the New Year's holidays in 2018. Go!
New Year's Holidays in Europe - Where to Go?
London, Great Britain
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Why?
London looks especially magical during New Year's Eve. The whole city is shimmering with festive lights. If you like England, then it's time to decide to celebrate the New Year there.
Things to do?
If you decide to celebrate New Years in London, visit London Wonderland in Hyde Park or book a table at a club / bar / restaurant for delicious food and great music. Be sure to watch the Queen's Procession Parade - a true 3-hour extravaganza that runs along the Thames. Usually about 300,000 people and 10,000 artists and musicians gather here.
Watch the New Year's fireworks from the famous London Eye. Count the beats with Big Ben until midnight. Sing along with the crowd “Auld Lang Syne”. Walk along the Victoria Waterfront and the Waterloo and Westminster Bridges.
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Ibiza, Spain
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Why?
Where it is warm in Europe for the New Year is in Ibiza. The average daytime temperature is +17 degrees Celsius. The island of Ibiza is famous for its vibrant nightlife. If you like warmth, club life and dancing until the morning, then Ibiza is the best choice for you.
Things to do?
Celebrate the New Year at Ibiza's most famous nightclub, Pacha. Keep your eyes, mouth and ears wide open for a very fun holiday in this place.
If you suddenly want luxury and quiet privacy with your family, head to Hacienda Na Xamena Spa Hotel, here you can just relax and enjoy life, everything else will be done for you.
Where to stay?
Dubrovnik, Croatia
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Why?
Dubrovnik is one of the unobvious places in Europe where you can celebrate the New Year, but no less wonderful. People come here most often in the summer and ignore in the winter, very much in vain!
Things to do?
If you want to get drunk and have some fun on New Year's in Dubrovnik, head to the Latin American clubs Fuego, Capitano or Revelin.
If you want to get caught up in the crowd, head to Stradun and Big Dubrovnik old Town Street. Sit back and listen to a wonderful concert by Croatian bands. Of course. Will not do without fireworks.
Where to stay?
Barcelona, Spain
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Why?
New Years in Barcelona is not for the wimps. Celebrations and festivals here start at 21:00. You can walk the streets, listen to music, watch shows, drink and eat various goodies. Barcelona is another place where you will be warm on New Year's, with an average of +15 degrees.
Things to do?
New Year is celebrated here with great pomp and is called Nochevieja. All the fun starts at the Montujic's Magic. Both locals and tourists from all over the world gather here to count the chimes together and celebrate the New Year. There are also very beautiful fireworks.
New Year in Paris, France
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Why?
Paris for New Year offers the widest range of New Year's parties for every taste. If you want to visit one of the best places to celebrate the New Year, feel free to go to Paris. New Year's Paris is beautiful, which is worth one Cathedral on the Champs Elysees.
Things to do?
If you want variety on New Year's Eve, then you've come to the right place. Cruise on the Senne and sightseeing with a delicious lunch at Bistro Parisien, champagne and a vibrant show at Crazy horse, beautiful Bluebells from Lido de Paris and much, much more. Whatever way you choose to celebrate the New Year in Paris, it will definitely be remembered.
Where to stay?
A special choice for a special day - Eiffel villa Garibaldi.
Madeira, Portugal
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Why?
For something a little more exotic, head to the Madeira Islands. They look very smart on holidays. And celebrating the New Year on the island is a very special feeling. In addition, it is also warm in Madeira, on average +18.
Things to do?
Madeira Islands are famous for their sales in December and many people come here for shopping. New Year's fireworks look very beautiful from the islands. Here, they begin to celebrate the New Year on the sly from the beginning of December until the twelfth night (greetings from Catholic Christmas). The whole island is beautifully decorated and there are concert programs wherever you look. Madeira Islands are the place to stay longer, not just one night.
Berlin, Germany
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Why?
Vienna, Austria
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Why?
Vienna is traditionally considered one of the best cities in Europe to celebrate the New Year.
Things to do?
On New Year's Eve, the inhabitants of Vienna gather in the city center to walk the New Year's Way or the Silvesterpfad. The party starts at 14:00, people slowly pour out into the street and refuel with hot mulled wine and caramelized apples.
At midnight, the Pummerin bell rings from the tower of St. Stephen's Cathedral, and the first fireworks are set off over Prater park.
The famous "palace on rails" - the Majestic Imperator train invites you to celebrate the change of the year in luxury style with a gourmet dinner and tie at midnight on the Danube bridge, which offers a wonderful view of the city and festive fireworks.
If you want to celebrate the New Year in a more relaxed atmosphere, head towards the City Hall to watch the New Year's concert projected onto the big screen.
The main thing is to eat at least a little "Glücksschwein" or "Fortune Pig". Pork on a festive night is sold in all forms and shapes.
Be sure to eat some Glücksschwein, or lucky pigs, that you find in every form, from sucking pig to pork marzipan. New Year's Vienna will delight and surprise you.
Istanbul, Turkey
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Why?
At the very least, you don't need to worry about a Schengen visa. Turkey is an unusual representative of Europe and the New Year can be celebrated here in a completely special way. The weather in Istanbul for the New Year is also quite warm, about 7 degrees above zero.
Things to do?
Istanbul is also changing for the New Year. Start your evening with a traditional Turkish lunch at Bebek Restaurant or Istiklal Caddesi where the celebration takes place in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. Then join the cheering crowd at Taksim Square, Istikul Street or Faith, where revelers organize impromptu street parties. The most advantageous view is from the Golden Horn.
If noisy parties are not your profile, then you can take a river cruise along the Bosphorus and watch the celebration from afar as you sail past the city. But you will have the most advantageous position to watch the fireworks at midnight.
Where to stay?
Prague, Czech Republic
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Why?
Prague is another great option for those who want to celebrate the New Year in Europe and are looking for an inexpensive way to go. Many Russians like to celebrate the New Year in Prague. Besides, it's not far. Prague has a very dramatic (in a good way) atmosphere on New Year's Eve. You have many options for where to start celebrating.
Things to do?
New Year's Prague will delight you with a variety of opportunities. There are many good clubs, bars and restaurants here. You can kick off your party on a river jazz cruise, or in Old Town Square with the city dwellers. You can go to some beautiful place like Lesser town, Petrin hill or Prague castle. The main square is the most interesting at midnight.
There is a nice tradition in Prague to break bottles of champagne, sometimes head-on, if you want to take part, bring a helmet.
Gdansk, Poland
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Why?
New Year's Gdansk is a lot of fun. You should definitely come here if you love food. In Gdansk, they believe that the more you eat, the better your next year will be.
Things to do?
Have a good meal at Wigilia, of course, and then go and get a good drink at Skwer Kosciuszki, and then have a good dance at the Walrus club.
The most festive streets of the city are Dluga and Pl. Teatralna.
Where to stay?
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Why?
Amsterdam is often called the city of love and if you want to celebrate the New Year in a romantic setting then this is a great choice.
Things to do?
New Year's Amsterdam surprises. In addition to organized walks in public places like the Rembrandtplein, Nieumarkt, Museumplein and Dam Square, Amsterdam hosts many impromptu "intimate" parties that you can join. And if you want to celebrate the New Year in a crowd of joyful people, then you should go to the above streets.
Of course, it will not be complete without festive fireworks. The best view is traditionally from bridges, when you can see the lights not only in the sky, but also their reflection on the water surface.
Take a glass of champagne and local delicacies from street vendors, and make a wish with everyone to the chimes. And then go to any bar, club or restaurant to continue the celebration.
Stockholm, Sweden
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Why?
Christmas in Sweden is celebrated in a very relaxed atmosphere, but on New Year's Eve in Stockholm come off with might and main.
Things to do?
Despite the fact that the Swedes have a northern country, they still prefer to celebrate the New Year on the street. So eat some delicious seafood at some good restaurant, and then head towards Skansen to see the most New Year's Stockholm. The New Year has traditionally been celebrated here since 1895. At midnight some famous Swede will recite the poem "Ring Out, Wild Bells" to the accompaniment of fireworks.
After midnight, after a walk, drinking champagne and hugging the Swedes, go to a club or bar. As a rule, they work until 3-4 in the morning.
If you want to celebrate the New Year in a quiet and romantic setting, head to Lake Malaren.
When you have some free time, go check out the local City hall, Sodermalm, Fjallgatan and Monteliusvagen, they really deserve a visit.
Where to stay?
Reykjavik, Iceland
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Why?
On New Year's Eve, daylight hours in Reykjavik lasts only 4 hours, which means that locals are happy to illuminate everything around with bonfires, bright lanterns and garlands. Which turns New Year's Reykjavik into a fairytale town.
Things to do?
Burn bonfires with the locals as a symbol of burning the troubles of the old year. There is no official part of the holiday and local residents start up fireworks. On New Year's Eve, about 200,000 people take to the streets and half an hour before midnight the sky is colored with lights.
For the best observation position, head to Perlan or Landakotskirkja Church.
After the festivities, many go to clubs and bars. Because Icelanders leave their homes to celebrate the New Year relatively late, then they celebrate until the morning. Stretch out until 5am and you'll see locals queuing up to get drunk and eat hot dogs. Many go to the hot springs to improve their health.
Helsinki and Lapland, Finland
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Why?
The most popular Santa Claus in the world lives in Finland. It is here that the atmosphere of the New Year's miracle is felt very brightly. If you want to celebrate the New Year with children, then choose Finland.
Things to do?
First, decide on a place of celebration: Helsinki or Lapland?
The main holiday of the country takes place in Helsinki, on the Senate Square. Local residents gather here to drink champagne, listen to the mayor's congratulatory speech, watch a festive concert and tell fortunes on small tin horseshoes.
In Finland, fireworks are allowed for only 8 hours, so the Finns come off with might and main, painting the sky with colorful lights, and the air with pops and the smell of gunpowder.
When planning to celebrate the New Year in Russia, keep in mind that there are few good hotels here, so many people start booking New Year's holidays in March (!), Most of the bookings occur in October, and in November there are no more decent hotels left. However, something interesting can be “caught” in December, when there are rejections of armor. It turns out that it is better not to take risks and plan the New Year's holidays in advance - let our list of the best places to celebrate the New Year help you with this:
1. Fabulous New Year in Sochi + Krasnaya Polyana
Sochi is an excellent choice for celebrating the New Year. The weather is warm, the streets are beautifully decorated, the atmosphere is festive. And, most importantly, there is something to see in Sochi and where to go: in the Ice Palace in the Olympic Village you can go ice skating, then go to the Amusement Park, visit the famous Arboretum, sail on a yacht or go to Krasnaya Polyana to go downhill skiing. At the hotel, ask for excursions, for example, to Abkhazia to Lake Ritsa, to Gagra, Pitsunda, or order an extraordinary one from local residents - this is much more interesting, but you also need to order in advance. However, many travel independently around the neighborhood, taking in is cheap and you can choose not only the class of car, even a certain brand and year of manufacture.
Where to stay in Sochi? Choose a sanatorium with full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner included) and with all the amenities. Do not take completely "soviet", so as not to overshadow the rest of the dull look of shabby walls and lack of service. According to vacationers, the best in Sochi is the Avangard sanatorium - inexpensive, cozy, with excellent service and a heated swimming pool.
The Avangard sanatorium in Sochi is one of the best. #sochi Irina: “We lived on New Year's holidays in the Primorsky building. Just wow. The sound of the waves in your room. Sea air. Silence, calmness. Lack of fuss. The best location in the city, how many went and walked - I have not seen the best for recreation and proximity to the sea. "
For those who like active rest, we recommend Krasnaya Polyana. The easiest way to get to Krasnaya Polyana is by train from Sochi and Adler, from the railway. station. Even if you don't like skiing, you can have fun on "cheesecakes". And be sure to climb the mountains - the views are magnificent!
Ski resorts in Krasnaya Polyana: Gorki Gorod, Gazprom, Rosa Khutor resort.
Krasnaya Polyana for the New Year in Russia Do you want to get into a New Year's fairy tale? Then choose the fabulous hotel Golden Tulip Rosa Khutor - located in the mountain resort of Rosa Khutor, just a 3-minute walk from the ski lift. Even if the weather is “non-flying,” there is something to do: go to the fitness center, relax in the sauna with a swimming pool, or take a massage.
Spend the New Years in Krasnaya Polyana is quite inexpensive, if you know the places :) For example, take a look at the Inn Viktoriya hotel with cozy wooden houses, where you don't want to leave - see prices.
Outdoor heated pool, Grand Hotel Polyana Do you want to go skiing and then take a dip in the warm pool overlooking the mountains? Then watch our unique one and relax in comfort!
Here are some more inexpensive specials:
Krasnaya Polyana, prices
Skiing, unforgettable excursions to the most beautiful places in Karelia, horseback riding in snow-covered forests, fun riding snowmobiles and even dog sledding - what can you think of better for a family vacation?
3. New Year in St. Petersburg
The main thing is to properly plan the New Year's holidays in St. Petersburg. Keep in mind that the best time for the Hermitage and visiting museums is December 28, 29 and 30, while everyone is buying gifts. From January 1, there is no point in wasting time on exhausting queues at museums, where you can stand for several hours, instead, it is better to walk along the beautiful streets. On New Year's holidays, concerts and shows are held on the streets, so you can walk endlessly. Want more experiences? Arrange yourself
In the photo: we celebrate the New Year in St. Petersburg Keep in mind that St. Petersburg on New Year's Eve is a very popular place not only among Russians, but also among foreigners, so book a hotel in advance - here is a list of the most brilliance and splendor of those years. To fully experience the spirit of St. Petersburg, you can stay in an inexpensive hotel for several days, and at least for one night in a luxurious one. After all, as the first week of the New Year passes, the whole year will pass - even if a little luxury appears in life in the coming year.
4.With children to Veliky Ustyug for the New Year
Veliky Ustyug for New Year, Russia Prefer to meet New Year at home with the whole family? Fine! But then, on New Year's holidays, the whole company can go to Veliky Ustyug. Children will be delighted with the trip to the homeland of Santa Claus. Ride down the slides, have fun in the company of fairy tale characters, see the palace of Santa Claus, walk along the "path of fairy tales" - in one day you can't do everything, so come to Veliky Ustyug, at least for a couple of days.
There are a lot of people on New Year's holidays, so book the hotel in advance - see the best prices.
5. New Year in Altai
Perhaps, only in Altai it is still possible to spend the New Year in Russia inexpensively, but at the same time bright and extraordinary. And both as a family and together. What to do? Ski and cheesecake, arrange snowmobile races, admire the beautiful views, warm up in the sauna in the evenings, then spend a pleasant time by the fireplace, relaxing from the bustle of the city.
By the way, many modern tourist centers have now been built in Altai - look, so the rest will not only be active, but also comfortable. So far, not all Russian tourists know about Altai, so prices, even in the New Year, are low, and the quality of rest is quite at the level - have time to enjoy an inexpensive high-quality rest :)
Altai has picturesque, respectable eco-hotels, located far from the noise, where there are no crowds of tourists, and the prices are incredibly low - 3-4 times less than in Sochi.
For example, here in such a secluded eco-hotel of a European level at an Altai price:
Of course, you will not find tours and trips to the best places in Altai. Such gems are not for “package” tourists; you have to book and go on your own. To get to Gorny Altai from Moscow or other cities in Russia, there are several options:
- fly to Gorno-Altaysk (the closest is, there are direct flights, see “search for air tickets” in the column on the left). Then take a taxi, or it is better to arrange with the hotel to be met;
- fly to Novosibirsk, then take a bus to Biysk, and then take a minibus, bus or taxi.
