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The World's Finest Tropical New Year's Getaways

30 December 2018 Written by Arpan

How will you be spending New Year’s Eve? You could head off to New York or London to celebrate, braving the cold and wet weather as you count down the last minutes of 2022. Perhaps you would prefer slightly warmer climates, enjoying the magnificent fireworks displays in Dubai. If you want to start off 2023 in truly unique fashion, then perhaps you should consider these tropical getaways where you can celebrate New Year’s Eve surrounded by sand, sea and complete serenity.

4 Best Tropical Destinations For New Years


1. The Caribbean 2. Hawaii
3. Central South America 4. Southeast Asia

1. The Caribbean

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2. Hawaii

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When you think of a tropical holiday, Hawaii is probably one of the first destinations that comes to mind, conjuring images of vast beaches, clear waters ideal for surfing, and luaus with hula dancers, fire pits and lavish feasts. The Big Island, also known as the main island of Hawaii, is a key destination. It is the largest island in the archipelago and has plenty to explore on every inch of its coastline. Another popular island is Moloka’i, known as the birthplace of hula dancing and one of the region’s most popular surfing spots.

3.Central & South America

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4.Southeast Asia

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Thailand is one of the most exciting New Year’s destinations in the entire world. While Bangkok seems like the obvious place to visit, many of the smaller islands are the true hotspots, hosting New Year’s beach parties that can often last until dawn. The culturally rich Vietnam gives you many options from the heart of the city to ancient temples and rural areas. The most famous tourist destination is Halong Bay, a stunning beachfront locale that has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Malaysia is a paradise for golfers with over 17 courses to choose from and a wealth of coastal areas where you can relax by the sea as you prepare to welcome the coming year. If you are itching for a more traditional New Year’s celebration, you can head over to the neighbouring Singapore to enjoy thrilling fireworks displays.