New Year Ideas 2011
If we want our New Year ideas 2011 to be fun filled and exciting, there are innumerable activities to think of. Ranging from food to resolutions, you can plan many things in advance to make the New Year happening.
New Year Cruises
Set off for a cruise holiday on January 1st, 2011. This is one way of kick- starting your New Year celebrations. It can be a day trip or a break for 2 days or more. Travel agents around the world offer holiday packages and discounts. You can book one for your family. The cruise package includes meals (buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinner), live band performances, complimentary starters, disposable cameras, and free champagne toast. Cruise holidays are also available on New Year Eve. This is even more interesting as you will be sailing on water when the clock strikes 12 at night and you step into a fresh year.
New Year Recipes
Prepare lip smacking dishes for your family and guests on New Year. There are many families that prefer to stay outdoors when New Year sets in. For instance, if you are planning to go for a long drive, pack some dry food that you can munch on as you pass through the illuminated towns and villages. Some of the food items you can serve on this day are – succulent pork roast, sauerkraut, condiments, party sandwiches, cooked apples, sweet potatoes, beverages, cookies, French
Ideas for New Year Eve
There’s lot you can do on New Year Eve. Arrange a dinner at night. Invite your friends and near ones. Make sure you keep a bottle of champagne ready so that you can toast at 12 and welcome 2011.
Fireworks ideas in 2011
Many people welcome New Year with fireworks. The concept of fireworks first originated in 12th century in China. The skylines of most of the cities get illuminated by the fireworks. One spectacular instance is when fireworks light up the sky in Sydney. With the Opera House in the backdrop, it is a sight that is enjoyed by all.
Similarly, in London, the main area where fireworks display takes place is near London Eye. You can enjoy the fireworks by standing on the banks of River Thames.
India too celebrates New Year with firecrackers. Crackers of different shapes are burnt.
Party when it strikes 12
In addition to wishing friends and family at 12, you can make special arrangements for some fun. You can fill a huge balloon with candies, chocolates, colored papers and streamers. The moment the clock strikes 12, burst the balloon and allow children and elders to collect as many candies and chocolates as they can.
People celebrate New Year with the hope that the same excitement, fun, and joy lasts throughout the year. Different types of traditions are followed in different countries. For instance, Festival of Lanterns is common in China. In Vietnam on the other hand, it is believed that if you free a carp, your entire year will be full of good luck. Japanese people on the other hand break into laughter at 12. This is believed to bring good luck.
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