[hacim]

Now that it’s much easier for Americans to travel to Cuba, you may want to consider a NYE trip that will no doubt be unique and memorable. [links]

[Kybertek]

The Bellafonte Luxury Oceanfront Hotel has a wide variety of options, from studio apartments to two-bedroom penthouses. Meanwhile, the Coral Paradise Resort has very affordable week long packages, and ranks as the top resort in Bonaire on TripAdvisor. more

[senwoarn99]

The Sandals Royal Plantation Resort in Ocho Rios is an all-inclusive adults-only luxury resort that includes butler service by the beach, top-of-the-line dining and seaside massages. An even more upscale and romantic option is The Caves in Negril, which features rooms situated atop a unique chain of sea caves. here

[dust]

This Hawaiian island is the birthplace of hula and is known to have a spiritual feel (mana) that is said to protect the island. more

[sniffsen]

Those looking for a romantic getaway for New Year’s Eve should consider the beautiful island of St. Lucia.

[i5Steve]

Everyone has their own New Year’s Eve traditions. Some like to party the night away with family or friends, and some sip champagne in the quiet of their living rooms while they watch New York “ball drop” on TV. Others go out for a night on the town, attending concerts and living it up at bars and restaurants.

[xterm11]

This Caribbean country is a great place to spend New Year’s for several reasons. First of all, they have a unique, centuries-old tradition called “Junkanoo Jump Up”. As soon as midnight rolls around on New Year’s Eve, revelers take to the streets wearing colorful, bejeweled costumes and sing and dance for hours on end.

[Naniscegine]

It doesn’t get any better than this—a private Bahamas villa with a view of the ocean… [links]

[Decksperiment]

Don’t choke on the fruit! A Spanish tradition that enjoys a large following all over Mexico and other Latin American countries is the “twelve grapes:” You’re supposed to eat a grape with every chime that signals the arrival of midnight and the New Year, and those who finish them all in time are bound to enjoy a prosperous 2018. Sounds easy, but trust us, it takes some practice. And no, you can’t take your twelve grapes “in liquid form” as sips of wine, so save those for the toasts, OK?

[Ewald]

Color me surprised! In the underwear department, that is. In several Latin American countries (Colombia, Brazil, Ecuador, Venezuela, and Mexico, among others) it’s common belief that you should wear colored undergarments in order to get certain results during the upcoming year: Red is worn to garner the attention of the opposite sex, yellow brings in financial success, white… shows your brand of laundry detergent is really powerful, we guess? So dress accordingly, someone is sure to notice. more

[seoservicesus]

Now that you’re abroad you might want to blend in with the locals as the time to usher in 2018 comes a-knocking. Here are a few of the traditional, the unusual, and the downright quirky ways some countries around the Caribbean celebrate New Year’s Eve:

[joeydangerous]

So you packed your bags and headed for some year-end fun under the sun at one of the Caribbean’s top destinations. After all, who needs another dose of “Auld Lang Syne” while you watch the ball drop on Times Square from your living room?

[doublec]

Suitcase runs. In the mood to travel around the world in the near future? Start things up by going around the block first. Mexicans and Colombians think that grabbing a suitcase (empty, of course) and doing that brief walk will translate into a year full of travel and adventure. Just don’t wander around too far; you don’t want to give front-desk employees at your resort the impression that you’re "doing a runner" without properly checking out first.

[UndeadCircus]

Clean up your act. Some island nations favor the idea that cleanliness is next to godliness. Jamaicans will don their cleanest, best outfits for a night of partying and carousing, and they usually make sure there isn’t any dirty laundry to be done by the time the clock strikes midnight. Dominicans will not only clean up their homes leading up to the New Year, sometimes they’ll go as far as painting a room (or even the entire house) for good luck. On a side note: Applying a fresh coat of paint to your hotel room is frowned upon, so don’t even bother. more

[rosszapin96]

Punta Cana considers all budget ranges and serves particular kinds of tastes and environment, offering different music genres across all the bars, clubs and discos in the area. Check out our pick of the events you cannot afford to miss…

[cryptical]

Kick off your New Year’s Eve celebrations at sea and head to one of the most diverse countries in the Caribbean – the Dominican Republic. The resort town of Punta Cana is one of the most visited destinations in the Caribbean, not only for its beautiful beaches, but also for its bustling nightlife and entertainment. So where better to see in the new year than one of the Caribbean’s hottest places to party?

[heroinrehab41]

See in the new year by the Caribbean Sea at the premiere beachfront venue in Punta Cana, Pearl Beach Club, offering direct private beach access, modern ambiance with great music and international cuisine. more