THE 9 BEST PLACES TO CELEBRATE NEW YEAR’S EVE IN THE USA

The end of the year is always a good time to set the stage for a new chapter, and what better way to welcome a new year than taking a trip to somewhere new?

Whether you want to chase the Northern Lights in Alaska while chugging through snow-covered mountains on a train or throw beads from a balcony on New Orleans’ Bourbon Street while sipping champagne, you’re sure to find a memorable place to ring in the new year with the ones you love.

With so many diverse New Year’s Eve destinations in the USA, you might not know where to begin. So, we’ve compiled our list of the absolute best places to go for New Year’s in the US for you.

NEW ORLEANS

If you’d like to join in on the party, head over to the iconic Dick Clark Rockin’ New Year’s Eve production near JAX Brewery to see the fleur-de-lis drop or join the revelers in Jackson Square and watch the fireworks explode over the Mississippi River.

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KEY WEST

If you’re looking for warm places to go for New Year’s in the US, why not make your way south to Key West? You can spend your days diving or snorkeling before going bar hopping on the always bustling Duval Street on New Year’s Eve and witnessing one of the city’s quirky ball drops.

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NEW YORK CITY

If you’ve always dreamed of spending New Year’s Eve in New York City, you might want to think twice about heading to cold and crowded Times Square. New York City hosts all sorts of cool annual New Year’s celebrations that will be far more fun and unique!

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NASHVILLE

When it comes to the best cities for New Year’s, Nashville is a top contender. At any time of year, this Southern gem is a great place to let loose stomping your boots down the Honky Tonk Highway, stuffing your face with Nashville hot chicken and biscuits, and taking in skyline views from a paddlewheel riverboat.

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FAIRBANKS

If you’re looking for totally unique places to go for New Year’s in the US and you’re looking for some adventure, hop on board the Aurora Winter Train in Fairbanks, Alaska.

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