Best of Los Angeles: Party Scene
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“Best of” is the newest feature on Planet Eye Traveler, which you will be able to find across the different cities each week.
This week’s Best of Los Angeles features the best places to party in honor of the upcoming New Years Eve celebration.
Dance Club
Hyde in West Hollywood (map)
You may have heard of Hyde from the adventures of Lindsay Lohan and pre-baby Nicole Richie. The bar features rotating rock DJs, and also has small Asian fusion dishes if you need to grab something to eat before...
December 18th, 2009 | Abbie Mood | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: best of week, featuredarticle, New Year's Eve, nightclubs
Fun, Festivities & Fireworks for the Kids
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New Year’s Eve celebrations aren’t just for adults, and if the youngsters are looking for a party of their own, let them count down the minutes till midnight at the Pacific Science Center. The New Year’s Eve slumber party is full of educational fun for kids in second through sixth grade.
The night will be full of experiments that are sure to capture the attention of kids, while also teaching important science lessons. How about fiery hydrogen balloon explosions? Or maybe liquid nitrogen...
December 18th, 2009 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: activities for kids, featuredarticle, New Year's Eve, science, Seattle-Center
New Year’s Eve Parties in Chicago
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If your idea of a fun New Year’s Eve is being out at bar party with all your friends toasting champagne at midnight with party hats on and live music, then check out this list of some of Chicago’s best New Year’s Eve celebrations (listed in no particular order). Act fast because some of these bashes are starting to sell out.
New Year’s Eve at Old Town Social (312-266-2277; 455 W. North Ave.; map it) -Open bar, dessert buffet, party favors, and a champagne toast. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Chicago’s...
December 17th, 2009 | Lisa Davis | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: bars, Chicago, New Year's Eve, parties
Best Options For Tasteful Celebrations To Ring In Disney New Year
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A variety of special culinary celebrations will be held at Walt Disney World Resort on New Year’s Eve, providing guests a chance to say good-bye to 2009 and hello to 2010, in a way that appeals to everyone. Among the best options to ring in the new year include the Dinner and Dessert Party, Fantasy in the Sky Dessert Party and an eight course meal at the award-winning, five-diamond restaurant, Victoria & Albert’s.
A two-hour Dinner and Dessert Party will be offered at...
December 16th, 2009 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: Champagne, Disney dining experience, New Year's Eve, Victoria & Alberts, Walt Disney World Resort, Wishes Fireworks
Win a Free Trip to Vegas for New Year’s Eve
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As Las Vegas reconstitutes its annual New Year’s Eve fireworks extravaganza, one lucky group will be popping the cork on Mandalay Bay’s (map it) dime. The resort, located in the heart of the festivities, will fly in the person whose image receives the highest vote from Mandalay Bay’s Untamed Adventure Contest to spend New Year’s with three friends and the hip-hop band, Black Eyed Peas, who’ve been nominated for 6 Grammy awards this year. The contest invites guests to upload a photo...
December 9th, 2009 | Lynn Goya | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: featuredarticle, free Vegas, New Year's Eve, Untamed Adventure, Vegas contest
Celebrate New Year’s in 1960s Mad Men Style
... New Year’s party favors and the classic midnight champagne toast. A bar only cocktail package is also available.
For a few of the other New Year’s Eve party options in Washington, DC, check out my recent post of major hotel parties around town.
New Year’s Eve with Rob Zappulla and his Orchestra
The Carlyle Club
411 John Carlyle Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314 (map it)
703-549-8957
Dates & Times – Thursday, December 31, 2009
Reservations – Dinner – $199.00, Cocktail...
December 7th, 2009 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: Events, Food & Beverage, Mad Men, music, New Year's Eve
Big New Year’s Parties in Washington, DC
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If you’re a fan of the big, mega-New Year’s Eve parties, here’s a few that you might want to consider in and around Washington, DC, including a couple that let you dance the night away on the Potomac River.
And now is the time to get your tickets, before events sell out or prices go up.
The Grand Hyatt Washington hosts it’s annual New Year’s Eve Downtown Countdown, this year featuring the live music of Third Eye Blind. This annual shindig usually sells out and draws about 3,000...
December 2nd, 2009 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: cruises, Events, featuredarticle, New Year's Eve, parties
Sydney’s New Years Eve Fireworks Go Green
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It’s not just Sydney’s Christmas decorations going green. This year’s New Year’s Eve fireworks will also have an eco-friendly touch.
With the theme Awaken the Spirit, this year’s festivities will feature carbon neutral fireworks and entertainment. Green power will be used rather than regular electricity. In keeping with the evening’s eco-friendly focus, Lord Mayor Clover Moore is encouraging revellers to go green by using public transport, limiting their waste, and recycling.
While the...
December 1st, 2009 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: eco-friendly, environmentally friendly, featuredarticle, fireworks, New Year's Eve
A Great Way to see in the New Year and Decade!
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If you’re looking for a great way to see in the new decade why not head north to the Matakana Country Park and take in the Highlife New Year’s Eve Experience.
Matakana winery
With 8 stages of music, a variety of party themes and dedicated chill out areas there is always something for everyone no matter what your taste in music – jazz, hip hop, funk and soul plus much much more.
Matakana is an easy one hour or so (depending on traffic) up Highway One north out of Auckland.
Photo...
November 19th, 2009 | theaucklandguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: matakana, music, New Year's Eve
Edinburgh Hogmanay 2009 Tickets On Sale
... You don’t need tickets to enjoy the German Christmas market and other seasonal festivities, but the tickets are for the street party on New Year’s Eve.
This year’s lineup for the street party include MYLO, Gary & Tom from Snow Patrol, The Enemy, and the Cuban Brothers. The party is always a blast as folk pack in tightly along Princes Street and in the gardens to enjoy the live music and the fantastic fireworks display above Edinburgh Castle.
Be sure to book tickets as...
November 19th, 2009 | Andy Hayes | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: christmas, fesivals, hogmanay, New Year's Eve
Sydney Photo Friday: Sydney Celebrates the New Year
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... let Sydney Photo Friday go by without another look at those beautiful New Year’s Eve fireworks. I love this shot which juxtaposes the big bang with the Anzac Bridge, its Aussie flag flying.
Image source: Charles Haynes @ Flickr
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January 2nd, 2009 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: fireworks, New Year's Eve, Photos, Sydney
Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year Sydney Traveler readers! I hope you all had a wonderful night celebrating last night, and that your heads aren’t too fuzzy today! I’m not sure how many of you saw last night’s fireworks display, but it was just beautiful. If you didn’t watch it then, or you just want to relive the magic, check out this beautiful video!
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January 1st, 2009 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Events, fireworks, New Year's Eve, Sydney, video
New Years Eve Wrap Up
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2008 is almost over, so how will you usher in 2009? My husband and I are opting to shun the crowds and celebrate with a good bottle of wine, some home-cooked duck and mushroom risotto, and a Wii marathon. But if you want to brave the crowds, there’s plenty to keep you occupied. Here’s a quick look at the pick of Sydney’s celebrations. Who needs Paris Hilton’s party?
The city’s pride and joy is the massive fireworks display, and my pick of the vantage points is Darling Harbour. Yes it will...
December 31st, 2008 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Darling-Harbour, Events, fireworks, Ivy, Mounties, New Year's Eve, Opera Australia, Sydney
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in 9 Cities, and Never Leave Washington, DC
... Hold ‘Em.
Stop by paradise in the Maui-themed room, and enjoy the live Polynesian band and a roasted whole Hawaiian Luau pig.
Promo Video
New Year’s Eve Salute to America Gala
Marriott Wardman Park Hotel
2660 Woodley Road, NW
Washington, DC (map it)
Dates and Times – Wednesday, December 31, 2008, 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
Tickets – $174.00 and are available online, but prices go up as the date gets closer.
Nearest Metro Subway Station – Woodley Park,...
December 29th, 2008 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: New Year's Eve, nightlife, People, Restaurants & Bars, Washington DC
Sydney Prepares for New Years Eve Fireworks Spectacular
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Have you recovered from Christmas yet? Good! Sydney’s already moving on to the next thing, and that’s the annual New Year’s Eve fireworks! Every year is always bigger and better than the last, and this one promises to be no exception.
The $4 million display promises never-before-seen pyrotechnic effects and a dramatic “lightning show.” The lightning will be part of a staged storm designed to symbolically cleanse the harbour city. Have we been sinning this year? The biblical inspired...
December 28th, 2008 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Events, fireworks, New Year's Eve, road closures, Sydney
10 Seattle New Year’s Eve Ideas
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Now that Christmas is behind us, have you made your plans for New Year’s Eve? The options narrow with each passing day, but even if you’ve waited till the last minute, here are some ideas to help you ring in 2009.
Make reservations for dinner out. Ok, all the really great spots may be booked up (or maybe not given the economy right now). I’d suggest taking a look at Open Table and see what is available. (This is a great site for reservations any time of year.)
Fireworks...
December 27th, 2008 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: activities, Attractions, Family Friendly, Food & Beverage, Hotels & Places to Stay, Just a Bit Weird - Fun & Quirky Places, music, New Year's Eve, nightlife, People - Interesting Local People, People Watching, Sound Like a Local - Local "speak", Space-Needle, Tacoma
New Year’s Eve Downtown Countdown
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Enjoy the company of 3,500 of Washington, DC’s 20s and 30s crowd for the annual New Year’s Eve Downtown Countdown.
Hosted by DC101′s Elliot in the Morning radio host, partygoers get to enjoy an open bar, a heavy hors d’oeuvres buffet, karaoke, live bands (Cowboy Mouth, Pat McGee Band, Gonzo’s Nose), dancing and a comedy club.
The Downtown Countdown
Grand Hyatt Washington
1000 H Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001 (map it)
Dates and Times – Wednesday, December...
December 19th, 2008 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Great Activities for a Date, New Year's Eve, nightlife, party, Restaurants & Bars, Washington DC
The Very Hip, Very Exclusive McKenna Air Bar
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McKenna Air Bar is coming! After a trial run last week, everyone is talking about the sky-high venue which will open for New Years Eve and some special dates in January.
The exclusive watering hole is actually a 22-seat bar suspended from a crane 40 metres above the ground. From here you can enjoy some expertly mixed drinks and pumping music as you take in the 360 degree Cockatoo Island vista. “Flights” take off every half hour and include a complimentary drink.
The fun stuff continues...
November 17th, 2008 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Cockatoo Island, Food & Beverage, Just a Bit Weird - Fun & Quirky Places, McKenna Air Bar, New Year's Eve
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