New Years Eve is celebration time all over the world. The whole world celebrates the New Years Eve with lot of gaiety and pomp. The excitement gathers momentum as the clock nears twelve…. a very exciting mood and tempo set your adrenaline gushing and people have a blast of time.

Times Square

If you want to experience the real fun, then head for the most sought out place on the earth which is at the Times Square, New York. The Times Square is just throbbing with excitement and activity. There are star studded musical performances, balloons, pom-poms and colorful firecrackers. The most awaited moment is the famous Times Square Ball Drop. This crystal and electric light ball is rested atop the One Times Square building which is lowered as the time nears the beginning of the New Year. A series of glitzy events and sparkling stars add the extra gleam to the New Year Eve celebrations.

Sydney
 

Sydney for a change has pleasant weather over the New Years Eve and most of the people are outdoors celebrating it. Popular are the New Year cruises in Sydney… which provide magnificent and splendid sights of New Years Eve celebrations held at the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. On the stroke of midnight on New Years Eve, the scene is set for a spectacular display of fireworks all across the Sydney Harbor to the Cockatoo Island and also from Glades Ville Bridge to Harbour Heads. It’s as if the people of Sydney are out on the streets welcoming the New Year with excitement, enthusiasm and open arms.

London
 

London is the destination to head for a white New Years Eve celebration. The entire city of London is razzmatazz’s with lights all over the Parliament Square, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, Pall Mall, Regent Street, Piccadilly Circus and Berkeley Street. The London’s New Year’s Parade is the most breathtaking and scintillating event which has almost 10,000 performers from over 20 countries performing live. Apart from half a million spectators who witness it live almost 200 million viewers watch it on their television sets. For an eye catching display of fireworks do head for the South Bank which coincide with the Big Ben chiming in the mid night or the Westminster Bridge and central London too.

Paris
 

For an exciting but romantic celebration of New Year Eve, do opt for celebrating your New Year in Paris. A vibrant and exciting city, Paris is almost dancing to welcome the New Year. You would be surprised to see all Parisians outdoors, enjoying, drinking, dancing or merely soaking in the New Year ambiance against the Eiffel Tower with their beloveds or friends or family. The New Year is welcomed with greetings of “Bonne Annees” with each other, savoring delectable desserts and pastries, drinking in clear white wines and champagne too. Don’t miss out the exhilarating firework displays, at the Sacre Coeur Cathedral or the Champs Elysees too.

Hong Kong
 

Hong Kong is the Asian hotspot for New Years Eve party. Similar to the Times Square Ball Drop, you can witness the Times Square Apple Countdown. For enjoying your new year party to good food, check out the Lan Kwai Fong district. While for simply enjoying in the open air stay put at the waterfront in Wanchai or Tsim Sha Tsui. For catching up on some live entertainment programs you could pay a visit at the Countdown Carnival which is puts up live music, dances and a variety of magic shows The firecrackers display at the Central District, Causeway Bay and Tsim Sha Tsui Harbour front, Victoria Harbour, Culture Center, Tamar Site and Ocean Terminal is worth a sight and should not be missed at any cost.

New Years Eve is the time to simply enjoy with family and friends like. Just chill out and have fun with the people you like at any of these popular destinations for a memorable experience of the New Year eve.

NEWCASTLE has been named as one of the top 10 must-see destinations in the world according to Lonely Planet’s ‘Best in Travel 2011′ book.

Day by Day Road Trip Journey from Sydney to Brisbane

You could fly from Sydney to Brisbane but then you would miss all the fun, sparkling white sand beaches, great places to swim, snorkel, dive or surf in glistening azure blue waters. Have a great time and see it all in a rental campervan. Camp along the way and take leisurely strolls through quaint villages, lush rainforests, wineries, and find time to relax in the sun, meet the friendly locals, and make new friends… the real up close and personal experience of Australia.

Your options for this road trip is a guided motorcoach tour, your own vehicle, rental car and staying in hotels or if you want to be free and adventurous rent a self-drive hire campervan in Australia. Make up your own Walkabout! Stay in caravan parks and campsites along the way, experience freedom on the road while you cruise the roads in comfort in a motor home or rent a campervan in Sydney or Brisbane. See the land down under… the locals call “Oz”, in an economical hire campervan your way.

Starting in Sydney and Heading up the Central Coast

This first day you have the opportunity to take in many sights along the way, whether you are traveling by car, motor coach or get a hire campervan in Sydney. Stop at Bouddi National Park for a bushwalk (tramping, hiking on defined trails, tracks, or roads) in this natural reserve fringed by lush rainforest, cliffs of sandstone, and secluded beaches. North of Sydney about an hour up the road you come upon Avoca Beach, a long crescent shaped golden-sand beach and popular spot for families, holiday visitors, surfers, and known as an angler’s paradise. Hire (rent) water sports equipment, stroll the seashore, or relax and enjoy the sun. Next is Terrigal where you can fish right from the beach, explore Bateau Bay with its protected beaches and the wildlife of the Towoon Bay. Try a bike ride around the shores of Tuggerah Lake where you can also swim, sail, canoe, sailboard or water ski and then feed the fish and pelicans right off the beaches at The Entrance. If you are up to it, hop on the ferry and take a bushwalk, see wildflowers and Aboriginal art at Brisbane National Park. Overnight in one of the nearby Central Coast towns or caravan park campsites if you are in a campervan.

From Australia’s Central Coast to the Hunter Valley

The second day takes you to Newcastle to explore the many options it has in store. Surf Nobby’s Beach, go to Newcastle Harbour for wreck diving, take a swim on Bar Beach or check out Dixon Park for a hang-gliding adventure. The Hunter Valley offers a plentitude of enticing wineries for tasting, 120 to choose from with excellent variety. Broke presents a handcrafted selection for tasting, don’t miss Nightingale wines just on Milbrodale Road, and the cellar doors at Lovedale’s are always open for purchases. For a different view, take a hot air balloon ride at Pokolbin and gaze at vineyards from above. Cessnock features skydiving in tandem or head to Yengo National Park for a leisurely bushwalk. Once your day is done, enjoy a pleasant night stay in historic Wollombi, Cessnock, Broke, or Lovedale, or nearby caravan park especially appealing to those traveling in hire campervans.

Depart today from the Hunter Valley for Port Stephens

Day three stretches past Kurri Kurri to Port Stephens with its numerous beaches, 26 in fact! Nelson Head Lighthouse awards views of the bay, a truly panoramic experience. You can cruise or kayak along side bottled-nosed dolphins in Nelson Bay and go to Fly Point for some snorkeling or diving. Grab a ferry destined for the Tea Gardens, or stop for a bite to eat at the Hawks Nest. There is also fishing or swimming at the beaches of Myall Lakes National Park. On the opposite side of the bay stands Tomaree Headland with four-wheel driving access or take up quad biking on Stockton Beach. When you are ready to settle in for the night, try Fingle Bay or Anna for a quiet stay or Nelson Bay for a resort-type atmosphere.

Goodbye Port Stephens Say Hello to Coffs Harbour

As you head out on day four, get ready to travel through history in Raymond Terrace. Seal Rocks renders options for scuba diving or fishing, make your way to Forster to swim. Inland, there is bushwalking and white water rafting in a rainforest setting including a view of the Barrington Tops with its dormant volcano peaks. A sight that is included on the World Heritage list. Impressive Ellenborough Falls awaits you next or enjoy a camel safari ride on Port Macquarie’s Lighthouse Beach. Snag your choice of deep sea fishing, diving, or snorkeling at the South West Rocks or simply take it easy on one of the supremely white, unpopulated Nambucca Heads beaches, such difficult choices to make! Coffs Harbour offers many types of overnight accommodation, including hotels, inns, and caravan park campsites equipped for rental campervans.

Onward and Upwards from Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay

Solitary Islands Marine Park flaunts great fishing and scuba diving. Explore the wonders of the rainforest of Gondwanan in Dorrigo National Park. Bongil Bongil National Park has kayaking routes throughout or pop over to Nymboida River for some white water rafting thrills. The rustic charm in Grafton invites you to coast on Clarence River along side dolphins or take a train ride over Glenreagh Mountains. Look west towards luscious Bellingen to walk along the rim of the ancient volcano at Mount Warning National Park. Drive through quaint Ballina on your way to Byron Bay and your overnight stay. Accommodation varies from Australia’s campervan caravan parks to the super luxurious hotels. Enjoy.

Sunny Byron Bay to the Sparkling Gold Coast

Start day six by rising at dawn to stroll alongside the whales on Cape Byron Walking Track, from May to November. Cape Byron Marine Park boasts snorkeling amongst dolphins and sea turtles or make your way to Main Beach for some kayaking or swimming. Surf the exhilarating waves off the Pass. Next, check out the lighthouse for some enlightening hang gliding or trot to Bangalow for a horseback ride. The hinterland of Byron hosts tours for all your four-wheel driving pleasure. The scenic Gold Coast is a mere ninety minute route north. When it’s time to count some sheep, park your campervan at one of the hinterland retreat campsites or Surfer’s Paradise.

Sparkling Gold Coast to Lovely Brisbane

The last leg of your journey starts at Main Beach, Kirra or Broadbeach for some swimming off golden sandy beaches and surfing at Surfer’s Paradise. The wreck of Scottish Prince at Main Beach invites all to dive, snorkel the site, or marvel at the sights of the synthetic reef at Narrow Neck. There is bushwalking beside waterfalls and stone pools, rainforests, and foliage at Tamborine Mountain, Lamington to Springbok National Parks. Even more excitement awaits theme park visitors at Dreamworld’s massive tidal wave, connect with sea life in Sea World by swimming alongside dolphins, or make a seal your new best friend. Movie World offers a back stage peek at movie making for a fun packed day. Continue your drive towards Brisbane and overnight in one of the many Brisbane campsites and experience the sophisticated, relaxed city with all it has to offer. Here as you end your road trip stay over in Brisbane for a few days to enjoy, drop off your rental campervan in Brisbane or continue up to the tropical north to Cairns.

Freedom on the Road – A Road Trip Journey to Remember

If you are visiting Australia, try one of these easy to drive, small scale economical vehicles, which come stocked with everything you need for your holiday vacation, except food, of course. There are convenient campervan rental pickup and drop-off locations in Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, and Melbourne making a self-drive hire campervan ideal for everyone, backpackers, families, seniors, camping holidays, or anyone on a budget. Experience Oz your way cruising down the highway.