It's about that time of the year again to say out with the old and in with the new. 2009 is quickly coming to an end while prospect for the year 2010 are beginning to take flight. For most, a new year brings new opportunities while for others it offers the chance to start over again, either way; it's a time for celebration. Whether you go out with your friends or just stay in with your significant other New Years's Eve is a world wide celebration and has been one for centuries.
How one chooses to celebrate the new years is to ones own discretion. However, there are a few essential guidelines that must be followed to ring in the new year appropriately. First, a TV or radio must be within eye or ear shot. Second, all must participate in the countdown to midnight. Third, upon midnight, champagne must be drunk and the traditional New Years kiss must be performed (whether it is with your significant other or the random person next to you). Follow these three guidelines, and your night is a guaranteed success on 2010 New York New Years Eve.
There is no doubt that NYC is the place to be to bring in the New Year. The infamous Time Square New Year's Eve located in the heart of Manhattan attracts over a million people to watch the 11,875 lbs Waterford Crystal ball drop from the top of The New York Time's building. Don't fret though, if Time Square may be a little too crowded for your liking, there are hundreds of bars and restaurants that will be broadcasting the live Time Square events all while enjoying yourself in a more intimate and comfortable atmosphere.
New Year's Eve in New York City is a large event. Tourists flock from out of state and from out of country to experience New York City's finest parties. If you're looking for a less hectic option aside from Time's Square, restaurants and clubbing, you should throw your own party. That means you won't have to make your way through the crowds who are trying to see the ball drop, clogging public transit getting to their destinations, and rushing the open bars.
If throwing a party in NYC is out of the question, experience a unique New Year's Eve on a cruise around the island. You'll get amazing views of Manhattan's sites and can celebrate the New Year by watching fire works over the amazing New York City skyline. Try out the Temptress Yacht or the Half Moon Cruise for 4 hour premium open bars, delicious food, amazing people on the dance floor and a great atmosphere. If you want to dance in the New Year on land, there are plenty of notoriously good night clubs dispersed throughout Manhattan and into the surrounding Burroughs. If you are looking for some recommendations on where to party for New Years Eve, check out NewYearsEveCentral.com. New Years Eve Central is the best place to browse all New Year's Eve events.