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17 Travel Resolutions We're Making for 2012

December 28, 2011 at 1:15 PM | by | Comments (0)

After thousands of stories and countless countries in 2011, we're more than ready to begin a fresh year. Before we hit 2012, however, we're making a few resolutions. Travel resolutions. It goes beyond losing weight or promising to do our laundry more frequently; these tackle how we interact with the world.

What are you resolving to do with your travels in 2012? Share in the comments!

And now, without further ado, 17 travel resolutions for 2012 from Jaunted's regular, frequent-traveling contributors:

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Three Unusual and Unique Alternatives to the New Year's Eve Ball Drop

December 28, 2011 at 9:15 AM | by | Comments (0)

Everyone knows about that crystal ball drop in Times Square to celebrate the New Year, but there’s even better stuff falling from the sky around the country. If New York City is out of range this year, there might just be something a little more unique to welcome in 2012 close to home. Here’s three options and celebrations that might just be a little more interesting:

· Oversized Orange in Miami, Florida:
Sunny Florida may be a great place to welcome 2012, especially if you’re looking for some balmy temperatures. In the city’s downtown—away from the South Beach scene—a big neon orange rises to the top of the Intercontinental Hotel as the clock approaches midnight. The party goes down at Bayfront Park on Biscayne Bay beginning at 8pm, and there’s even a Disco Dance Party—their terminology not ours—to keep you going. Admission and entertainment is free for all, but we’d bring along some cash for a snack or a drink.

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Australia on New Year's Eve: How Aussies Will Boogie Down, Down Under

Where: Australia
December 27, 2011 at 11:39 AM | by | Comments (0)

New Years Eve plans don't have to include ways to stay warm while singing Auld Lang Syne, or fighting for a cab in a snowstorm. it's summer down under in Australia! And some time spent with friends and family on a beach or dining alfresco while watching a fireworks display of Olympic proportions can surely be on your December 31st agenda.

Australia is one of the first countries to ring in the new year. Each city center hosts a myriad of events showcasing the individuality of each region, while drawing domestic and international visitors alike.

Please make sure you leave the fireworks to the professionals, however, as they are illegal throughout the country. Here's what's going on, plus our own tips for what to go if you find yourself in Australia this weekend:

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Celebrities Choose To Ring In 2011 in Las Vegas, Cabo, and St. Barts

January 3, 2011 at 12:51 PM | by | Comments (0)

As we predicted, the Las Vegas strip's new $3.9 billion hotel, The Cosmopolitan, was the hot spot for celebs on New Year's Eve.

The hotel's NYE party was headlined by Jay-Z and Coldplay as scheduled, but the crowd, which included 50 Cent, Gwyneth Paltrow, Cameron Diaz, Alex Rodriguez, Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony, Ellen Pompeo and Blake Lively, went crazy when Beyoncé, Kanye West and John Mayer all made surprise appearances during Jay-Z's set.

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These Cities Had the Most Impressive New Year's 2011 Parties

January 3, 2011 at 8:38 AM | by | Comments (0)


Dubai's Burj Khalifa--current tallest building in the world--covered in fireworks

Although we'd love to know an estimate of how many people actually turned out to stand for 7+ hours without bathroom breaks in New York's Times Square for New Year's 2011, apparently the city doesn't give estimates on that crowd. So instead, we turn to the AP's brilliant recap of all the major New Year's celebrations around the world, from salsa with Fidel Castro in Cuba to eating grapes at midnight in Spain.

Some cities obviously went fare more above and beyond than others, so in order to help you get a truly huge jumpstart on planning for the New Year 2012, here's our favorites of the New Year's festivities that happened over the weekend:

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The Top Five New Year's Eve Parties Hosted by Celebrities

December 29, 2010 at 4:38 PM | by | Comments (0)

New Year's Eve is a hugely favorite holiday for celebrities, but not because of the glitz, glamor and alcohol. New Year's means a chance to make a whole pile of money just for hosting a party in a glitzy venue with thousands of adoring fans. But hey—who can blame them? Here's a look at the Top Five Celebrity-Hosted New Year's Eve Parties for turning 2010 into 2011:

· 2011's biggest party will no doubt be at the new Marquee Nightclub in The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, featuring live performances by Coldplay and Jay-Z. Not only will party-goers have the chance to see a once-in-a-lifetime concert, but they'll also be rubbing elbows with celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, expected to be in attendance. For ticket and price information, contact Kelly Andelean at 702-423-2640 but be warned, they're catering to VIPs only (or those who act and spend like VIPs).

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Five Rules for Going to the New Year's Ball Drop in Times Square

December 29, 2010 at 11:09 AM | by | Comment (1)

Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but New Year's celebrations can be so delightful! And since you've got a place to go—Times Square—let's go, let's go, let's go! Okay now ignore that attempt at rewriting the song "Let It Snow" and pay attention, because we're about to give you the lowdown on crossing New Year's in Times Square off your bucket list.

Many people, as we've come to discover, just flock to Times Square all willy-nilly for the ball drop, mistakenly thinking they'll have things like tons of port-a-potties or food vendors. Not true. It's a rugged experience, and you've got to prepare for it and know the rules. Aside from no alcohol allowed, there are five major guidelines to having a great time at the ball drop and still getting a view of the action.

The Five Rules for Going to The New Year's Ball Drop in Times Square...

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Five Unique Takes on the New Year's Eve Ball Drop

December 27, 2010 at 9:36 AM | by | Comments (0)

Everyone knows what falls in Times Square to welcome the New Year, but there’s even better stuff falling from the sky around the country. If New York City is out of range this year, there might just be something a little more unique to welcome in 2011 close to home. Here’s just five of the New Year’s best celebrations dedicated to things falling from the sky and rising into it.

· Oversized Candy Kisses in Hershey, Pennsylvania
Despite our overindulgence this holiday season, there’s still plenty of room left for more candy, so we suggest taking a ride to Hershey for one more chance to binge on chocolate before the resolutions kick in. Everything is free and all the action takes place at the town square. There’s no booze here, but Cody Simpson and Allstar Weekend—of Disney Channel fame—will be performing around 10pm and 11pm, respectively. As the clock turns to 2011 a giant Hershey’s Kiss will rise into the night sky followed by plenty of fireworks. We’re not positive, but we’re thinking that there’s plenty of opportunities to score some free candy too.

More New Year’s Eve parties and falling objects after the break…

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Five Rules For Enjoying The New Year's Ball Drop In Times Square

December 29, 2009 at 11:39 AM | by | Comment (1)

Although the picture above is about as close as we'll get to seeing the ball drop in NYC's Times Square, that doesn't mean that we can't help you get the most out of braving the crowds to have the once-in-a-lifetime New Year's experience.

Aside from no alcohol allowed, there are five major rules to having a great time at the ball drop and still getting a view of the action. Pay attention, because you've only got a couple more days to get your strategy together.

The Five Rules For Enjoying The New Year's Ball Drop In Times Square...

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Where To Elope For January 01, 2010: Las Vegas, Baby!

December 28, 2009 at 1:34 PM | by | Comment (1)

If you want to ring in the New Year with a ring on your left finger, make like Ed Helms' Stu on The Hangover and head to Vegas. Here's your guide on how to elope in Sin City, but if you're looking to pull out a tooth, you're on your own.

Obviously, Vegas is the capital of quickie weddings, with more than 100,000 couples saying "I do" there each year, according to the Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority. And the options are overwhelming. You could do everything from a wedding-on-the-go at the Little White Wedding Chapel's Tunnel of Love drive-through window for as cheap as $40—though you have to supply your own car—to a slightly more upscale affair at the Wynn, where perks include a wedding consultant, a private limo ride from the airport to the courthouse for the license and use of the private wedding salon. Packages be as high as $23,090, to ensure you won't be cheated from that overpriced wedding feel.

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Five Funky Alternatives To The New Year's Ball Drop

December 28, 2009 at 11:34 AM | by | Comments (0)

Everyone knows about that crystal ball drop in Times Square to celebrate the New Year, but there’s even better stuff falling from the sky around the country. If New York City is out of range this year, there might just be something a little more unique to welcome in 2010 close to home. Here’s just five of the New Year’s best celebrations dedicated to things falling from the sky and rising into it.

Five Places Where Weird Stuff Is Dropping In 2010

· Huge Hershey Kiss in Hershey, Pennsylvania
If you still haven’t had enough candy this holiday season, then take a ride out to Hershey for one more chance to binge on chocolate before the resolutions kick in. Everything is free and all the action takes place at the corner of Chocolate and Park Avenues—how cute. There’s no booze here, but the Cherry Poppin’ Daddies—remember them—will be performing at 10:30pm and midnight. As 2010 comes in, a giant Hershey’s Kiss will rise into the night sky followed by some fireworks.

More local celebrations and objects falling from the sky after the break…

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Aspen Defuses New Year's Bomb Threat

January 2, 2009 at 9:45 AM | by | Comments (0)

God save our aging, semi-retired celebs! After four homemade "gasoline bombs" disguised as holiday gifts were found in Aspen, police there say they found the body of the would-be bomber, a convicted con man who apparently shot himself before his New Year's plot could unfold.

The explosives were found at two banks and in a nearby alley along with notes demanding $60,000, leading police to seal off a 16-block section of downtown, shuttering restaurants and bars gearing up for a huge night. Celebrations in the celeb-stuffed ski village ground to a halt, and the professionally planned fireworks show was also canceled.

Locals say the suspect, James Blanning Jr., was upset that he hadn't cashed in on the town's transformation from mining outpost to celebrity ski haven, though we'd classify his apparent expertise in grandstanding and dramatic plots as straight out of Aspen resident Don Johnson's playbook.

Related Stories:
· Bomb Plot Interrupts New Year’s in Aspen [NYT]
· You, Me And Some Skis [Jaunted]
· All She Wants For Christmas... [Jaunted]

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