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New Year Sri Lanka holidays
New Year’s Eve in Sri Lanka is a celebration of life for all to enjoy. Couples can look forward to aesthetically scenic vibes, while families can keep a lookout for fun excursions and of course, some epic fireworks! Younger crowds may prefer one of the famous beach party extravaganzas, however, if laid-back relaxation is your pick for how to ring in the New Year, take a look below at where is best to go for all your celebration needs.
New Year holidays to Sri Lanka
New Year traditions in Sri Lanka
Swap winter coats and mulled wine for flip-flops and cocktails as you head to a famous Sri Lankan beach party for New Year's Eve. The southern coast offers plenty of fabulous and colourful fun, including the stunning beach of Mirissa. A glowing crescent-shaped beach in the Matara District, the ultimate party destination with crowds and DJs pumping tunes all night long.
Hikkaduwa is another special coastal town with similar traits, with a string of quintessential beach bars to quench your thirst for some New Year’s entertainment. Witness the glorious fireworks display from the Hikka Tranz Hotel, notoriously one of the best displays in the country.
For something a little more high-end, head to the capital city of Colombo. Luxury hotels offer luxurious parties, where you can sip cocktails and watch the Sri Lankan skyline lit up with dazzling lights from private fireworks displays. If you love to dress to the nines and attend exclusive parties, this is the perfect choice for you.
Best hotels to celebrate New Year in Sri Lanka
City-based skyscraper hotels in Colombo are an excellent choice for New Year's Eve accommodation. The beachside city locations hold fantastic parties for all their guests, offering a touch of luxury with your celebrations. Mount Lavinia Hotel and the Ozo Colombo Hotel are just a couple of examples. Experience great food and drinks, that'll all be included in your hotel package of choice, and dance the night away in the jewel of Sri Lanka's crown in the gorgeous Colombo.
Another amazing way to ring in the New year is to stay in one of the country’s numerous private villas, with plenty of stunning choices for your own private party. Choose your own music, and have a festive dinner prepared by an in-house chef – available at the gorgeous Ceylan Tea Trails Hotel in the Hill Country, or similarly at the Riu Sri Lanka in Ahungalla.