There’s no better time to explore the beauty of Indian subcontinent than the last week of the year. Kick start your new year by travelling around the world. From forests to hills, beaches to the dazzling nightlife of cosmopolitan capitals, India harbors tons of beautiful places worth exploring. Here are 2016’s best New Year Party Getaways.
Beaches/Islands
- Gokarna
Since Goa is almost cramped during the New Year, if you want to experience electrifying beach parties all night long, just head to Gokarna (Karnataka). Explore the unspoilt beaches, kick back and relax on the hammocks, take a sip of beer at the sunset and spend your afternoons with the dolphins! Sounds heavenly, right?
- Lakshadweep Islands
Where else can you enjoy diving, skinny dipping, yacht sailing, kayaking, cruise and coral reef explorations other than the Lakshadweep? This beautiful group of islands is the best place to party with your friends. While dancers relish in Parichakali and Kolkali (local dance forms), water lovers explore navigate the unspoiled beauty of pristine blue lagoons. The best part is Lakshadweep is on your budget!
Hills/Mountains/Valleys
- Gangtok
Perched at 5410 feet above sea level, Gangtok offers you breathtaking views at sunrise and sunset. Refreshing air, green cover and clean surroundings of Gangtok remind us of Switzerland. With so many options available in Gangtok– trekking, mountain climbing and biking, you can spend an adventurous New Year here.
- McLeodganj
McLeodganj, which is the official residence of the 14th Dalai Lama boasts amazing options for sightseeing. There are plenty of places where you can dine and purchase little Tibetan souvenirs from. If you’ve a religious streak, you can visit the Bhagsunath temple that has astonishing scenery all around. After a long and tiring day, you can spend some time at Shiva cafe.
- Manali
Want to escape from the daily hustle-bustle of life? Bid farewell to 2016 in the snowy city of Manali. You can enjoy a private celebration with your friends and family in this beautiful, green hill city. If you’re bored of staying indoors, you can plan a road trip to Kufri, Solang Valley and other nearby areas.
Village
- Kasol
This wonderful Himachali village beautifully combines the serenity of the mountains and the beauty of bubbling river waters. Amidst snow clad peaks, cosy wood cottages and astounding views, you won’t even feel the bitter chill of December. The place doesn’t have many options for partying all night long, but you can spend a quiet, relaxing evening with your loved ones.
Sparkling City Life
- Bangalore
A perfect place where you can enjoy booze, B-town culture, bars and breweries. Head to the pubs and shake your booty to hip hop music. Sample fruity cocktails and explore the cities on a bike. Get the best flavours in terms of Hookahs and party hard!
- Gurgaon/Delhi
The New Delhi, Gurgaon and Noida area harbours historic museums, buildings and sites. It’s an artistic heaven for art lovers. It’s a perfect place for foodies and shopaholics who can explore various shopping venues and food outlets spread all over the city.
Riverside
- Hrishikesh
Enjoy the beauty of Holy River Ganges in a riverside camp on a moonlit night. To make your stay extra comfortable, each tent is provided with two beds and a fire pit near it. They’ve lanterns around them. All in all, it resembles a fairytale setting. Adventure lovers can explore the thrill of river rafting and boating. A quick trip to Hrishikesh is an opportunity you would rarely like to miss.
- Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer, the ‘Golden City’ of Rajasthan is world-renowned for the famous Jaisalmer Fort (Sonar Quila), which is a world heritage site. It’s one of the most attractive tourist destinations of the state. The enjoyable desert safaris, star gazing, local folk performances and mouth-watering Rajasthani cuisine will make you fall in love with ‘Royal Rajasthan’.
