1. Get beached
Malaysia has some of the world’s best beaches – so why not spend New Year’s Eve on the beach – party all night and watch the sun rise over the beach on the New Year! Remember, alcohol and the ocean do not mix! So be safe! Sit in a beach-side bar on Pantai Cenang in Langkawi and bring in the New Year in style. If money isn’t an issue, why not book yourself an extravagant Langkawi sunset/ New Year’s Eve cruise?
2. Get high
Kuala Lumpur has some pretty amazing sky bars. What better way to bid 2014 goodbye and welcome 2015 than being on top of the world? Mai Bar at Aloft Hotel is having a New Year’s Eve party with DJs such as IRAMA, Tubby, Jhin, Mmeng, Rambo, Ko Pi GO. There’s a cover charge of RM75 inclusive of one drink and doors open at 8pm.
3. Get a room!
It could be a romantic getaway with your significant other or a fun pajama party with your BFFs – but a New Year’s Eve party in a hotel room is a great way to celebrate the New Year, complete with room service and a view of the fireworks!
4. Movie night at home!
Had your fair share of NYE partying all these years and all you want is some peace and quiet? Have a low-key NYE night with a stack of DVDs, good food and a bottle of bubbly! With delivery services such as FoodPanda, you don’t even have to leave the house the entire day!
5. Get stuffed!
The holidays are all about indulging so why not book you and your loved ones or friends for a NYE buffet dinner? Heaps of hotels have a New Year’s Eve buffet dinner and you will definitely have no shortage of options! If buffets are not your thing, take the turkey route and have a roast dinner all over again – after all, there will be no turkey until next year.
6. Go clubbing!
Round up some of your best party mates and hit a club to ring in the New Year! If you love clubbing, we can’t think of a better way to celebrate! This year, the members-only Genting Club is opening its doors to the public for one night only. Top international DJs such as Eddie Halliwell, Tim Mason and Rob Harnetty will be spinning tunes to usher in 2015. Find out more at: http://resortsworldgenting.blogspot.com/2014/12/top-international-djs-all-set-to.html
7. Watch the sky on fire
It’s not New Year’s Eve without fireworks! Every year, KLCC park delivers an amazing fireworks display and we’re positive this year will be no different. You can also catch fireworks displays at places such as Sunway Pyramid, Dataran Merdeka and Bukit Bintang.
8. Go to a costume party
Who says costumes parties are only for Halloween? Up the ante this year with a fun costume party that’s either in your own home or go to one! WIP at Bangsar Shopping Center is hosting a toga party on 31 December. Ring in the New Year with a Mediterranean feast and the hedonism of ancient Rome. Reservation is confirmed upon deposit so book your spot soon! Call 03-2094 1789 0r 012-650 5722.
9. Go to a street party
Usher in the New Year with a street party where you will be surrounded by party-goers, music and lots of fun. This year, Publika is having a New Year’s Eve Countdown party at The Square and entry is free! Celebrate with games booth, performances and prizes. If you’re in Penang, the island is having its 10th Golden New Year’s Eve Countdown Celebration (PG2015) at the Esplanade from 5pm onwards. This year’s theme is ‘Lights of Penang’ as a tribute to the island’s founder, Captain Francis Light and there will be a 5-minute fireworks display at midnight.
10. Get wet!
Did someone say pool party? It’s the next best thing to a beach so if you are nowhere near a beach, a pool party is what you need! Not sure where to go? Penang Hard Rock Hotel is throwing a poolside party this New Year’s Eve. For RM95nett, you get two drinks and a party pack. Tickets are available at the Rock Shop Bungalow or call +604 886 8070.
