New Year's Eve Holiday Destinations: Top Five Places To Party

A special night in the seasonal calender, New Year's Eve offers the chance to meet up with loved ones and really let your hair down. If you have grown tired of the usual family celebrations, here are five hand-picked holiday destinations to party hard this New Year's Eve:

1. Rio de Janerio, Brazil - One of the most popular party destinations in the world the South American capital city really comes alive on New Year's Eve. Locals and tourists come here to dance on the beach, view fireworks and have a fun time. The weather is perfect even this time of year and the people are impossibly glamorous which makes for a great atmosphere. The event also has a spiritual significance for many locals and offerings are made to the Goddess of the Sea.

3. Edinburgh, Scotland - The beautiful Scottish capital hosts the most popular New Year's Eve event in the world. The annual Hogmany is a huge festival lasting for four days and attracts thousands of revellers. Covering entertainment for all ages from traditional parades and ceilidh bands to street performers and merry street parties. Of course everyone is treated to a fantastic display of fireworks as the clock strikes midnight.

3. Reykjavik, Iceland - The exciting capital is perfect for a New Year's break. One of the best cities to party in the world, Reykjavik won't disappoint on the choice of bars and nightclubs. Celebrations start with gathering around bonfires located in the centre of town to watch fireworks. Afterwards, most people then go on to the chilly cities famous bars to party to the early hours of the morning.

4. Goa, India - The beautiful Indian island is definitely a destination to consider especially if you like to party to the max. On New Year's Eve all the island coastal resorts join up to create one long beach rave, many lasting 3 to 4 days at a time. Book a trip here and dance between swaying palm trees and resting cows. To relax afterwards make sure you take time out to watch the new year sun rise on one of the many beach side cafes.

5. Seattle, USA - Seattle is a fabulous New Year's Eve destination. Often overlooked, this usually laid back city offers some exciting and lively events to mark the end of the year. With over 35 bars to select for your evening drinks you won't be short of choice either. Although the big draw is the Experience Music Project Museum (EMP) "Indulgence Party" where you'll have the chance to join a singles cocktail function, a museum tour or just dance your socks off underneath the famous Space Needle.