It is said that the way we bring-in the New Year sets the benchmark for how the rest of the months will play out. So, wouldn’t it make sense then to make New Year’s Eve a great one?

Swanky nightlife, skyline views that take your breath away and exceptional entertainment make Dubai stand out in celebrating New Year’s Eve. Also, it is a unique blend of East meets west meaning the enthralling traditions permeate the festivities, in the form of show-stopping dances or delectable food.

Decide between beachfront parties under the stars or watching entertaining world-renowned fireworks displays in venues like Burj Khalifa or even sandboarding down a dune, this city has a host of options to choose from.

Tourists and residents alike go clubbing in style for New Year’s Eve at the Billionaire Mansion Nightclub or Armani/ Privé Nightclub or Nasimi-Atlantis The Palm.
Here are some more ideas you will absolutely love…
Attractions of Dubai lighting up the building with fire crackers during new year celebration

Luxury Dinner Cruise

From inside a glass enclosed vessel enjoy the stunning sights Dubai has to offer in the lap of luxury itself. Drink in the glimmering skyline on either the splendid open terrace or outdoor deck, under the moon and stars.
Check something off your bucket list this New Year’s with the most spellbinding views of Dubai. Catch glimpses of the most iconic monuments and landmarks after departing from Palm Jumeirah Island. A treat in itself is the lounge before the chopper takes off so you might want to be early to take full advantage of the experience. Throughout the course of the flight itself, be expected to be thoroughly entertained by the informative and interesting stories the tour guide regales.
Witness one of the most staggeringly phenomenal sunsets deep into the heart of the desert after driving over gorgeous, golden sand dunes. Then after being greeted in the traditional Arabian way, you will be led to a chic Bedouin desert camp. A scrumptious buffet dinner spread including salads, barbecued meats and a wide assortment of main course dishes and delectable desserts. Have an unforgettable, enchanting evening complete with sand boarding, camel rides, sheesha, henna painting and of course belly dancing!

Be Amazed by the Beautiful Burj Khalifa Fireworks

People from everywhere flock to congregate around the Dubai Fountain, Burj Park, Souk al Bahar, Umm Seqeim Park, Jumeira beach, Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, sometimes bang in the center of the roads! Make sure you start ahead of time and reach your chosen venue by 10pm as the roads will be chock-full until 12am with people scrounging for the best spot to watch the firework display.
If you are a party animal, you will not be disappointed as Dubai hosts some of the most happening New Year parties in the world so you can happily dance your way into the New Year at Atlantis, The Palm or the Dubai Opera or at Lotus Mega Yacht party or even Ce La Vi!
However, you choose to kick start the New Year, as long as it’s in Dubai, you will not be disappointed!