During New Year’s Eve celebrations, Copacabana Beach transforms into a sea of revellers and performers. For an elevated experience, we recommend reserving a suite at a luxury beachfront hotel such as the Belmond Copacabana Palace or joining one of the exclusive beach champagne parties, featuring live samba. 

Sydney’s New Year’s Eve fireworks are world-famous for good reason. Each year, the harbour comes alive with a dazzling display over the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Book a private yacht or a stay at one of the waterside hotels, such as Park Hyatt Sydney, for panoramic views, exquisite cuisine and a celebration that will stretch into the early hours of 2025. 

In Iceland, locals combine cosy bonfires and dazzling fireworks with their popular natural phenomenon: the Northern Lights. For a truly unique experience, escape from the city to a private lodge in the countryside, where you can sip champagne while marvelling at the aurora borealis dancing above. It’s a magical way to start the year surrounded by untouched natural beauty.  

Dubai doesn’t do understated, and its New Year’s Eve celebrations are no exception. The Burj Khalifa’s firework and laser show is certainly a sight to behold but for a more exclusive experience, head to the rooftop of Cé La Vi or take a private desert safari for a quieter celebration beneath the stars. Luxe accommodations such as the Hyatt Centric Jumeirah Dubai or Atlantis the Royal Dubai to ensure every wish is catered for as you see in the New Year.

Book a stay at hotels in any of these destinations on ASMALLWORLD Collection, where you will receive VIP benefits such as a room upgrade, hotel credit and more at no extra cost.