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Affordable But Fun Destinations To Ring In The New Year

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Dec. 20 2024, Published 8:00 a.m. ET

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New Year’s Eve is a standout holiday for many reasons. The holiday can represent starting over, new hobbies, or lifestyle changes.

If you want exciting plans while exploring a new city, consider traveling for New Year’s Eve. Whether you want to remain domestic or pull out your passport, there are affordable and fun destinations to help ring in the New Year. These destinations will provide you a fun and memorable New Year’s Eve, without hurting your wallet.

1. Atlanta

Considered the Hollywood of the South, Atlanta is an excellent destination for those on a budget. With one of the largest airports in the world, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport offers many affordable airlines. Additionally, there are many lodging options in the metro area.

As an added bonus, the city offers many entertainment, shopping, sports, and dining experiences. There is something guaranteed to satisfy your traveling desires. Most importantly, the iconic peach drop is returning to the city for the first time in years. You won’t want to miss it.

2. New Orleans

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If you are the partying type and love to bar-hop, New Orleans is the perfect place to ring in the New Year. The historic and famous Bourbon Street is alive with music, culture, and drinks. For those traveling kid-free or with friends, this is the destination for you.

Nevertheless, if you are traveling with family, the Louisiana city has options for everyone. According to The Travel, there are free events, including fireworks over the Mississippi River. There are also plenty of parades and masquerade balls to help celebrate the holiday.

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3. Paris

For those hoping to stamp their passports for the New Year, consider Paris. If you are traveling with your partner, the city is perfect for romance and celebration.

Additionally, there is a fireworks show at the Eiffel Tower when the clock strikes midnight. If you are looking to party overseas, there are many options for clubbing in the city of love.

4. Edinburgh

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If you are looking to head to the United Kingdom for New Year’s Eve, consider Edinburgh. Located in Scotland, the city offers a historical element, perfect for the holiday. New Year’s celebrations in Edinburgh, aka “Hogmanay,“are some the biggest in the world. With three days of free music, food, festivals, and fireworks, it makes the perfect place to bring in the New Year.

According to Kayak, Edinburgh is one of the cheapest yet fun places to celebrate the holiday. With so many free festivities, you will not have to spend all of your money on activities.

5. Cape Town

Cape Town is the perfect destination for those who dream about hitting the beach for New Year’s. While most places are cold or full of snow during the holiday, Cape Town is warm with miles of beaches. In the city, many celebrate the New Year on top of Table Mountain, one of the world’s natural wonders. Additionally, there are waterfront fireworks shows for tourists.

No matter how you like to celebrate the holiday, one of these fantastic destinations will surely enrich your New Year’s experience. If you’ve spent the last few years indoors or watching ball drops on TV, do something different this year! Start that group chat and invite all your closest friends and family!

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By: Kerbi Lynn

Kerbi Lynn is an entertainment and culture journalist from Atlanta, GA. She has been featured in several publications including, MEFeater Magazine, Black Wall Street Times, and BOSSIP. Before pursuing journalism full-time, she obtained her bachelor's and master's degrees from The University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!). In addition to her strong passion for entertainment, Kerbi Lynn loves to write about current events how they affect society.

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