Cities to celebrate New Year’s 2025 in! ❄️

Are you excited to celebrate this coming New Year 2025? Canadians, newcomers and people around the world have been waiting the whole year for this celebration!  😉 This upcoming holiday  marks the beginning of new projects, dreams, moments and lessons that will make a great year for 2025! The celebrations don’t have to stop on Boxing Day. Celebrate the New Year right with your friends and family!

Experience the New Year winter magic with 4 days in the Big Apple! New York is known for its diverse neighborhoods, multiculturalism,  varying cuisines, and fascinating  history. Join us on our NYC New Years Eve 4.5 Days t✨ rip for a once in a lifetime experience!  Walk through iconic landmarks like the Rockefeller Center with its stunning Art Deco architecture that would make you feel surprised with many murals, sculptures and artworks  showcasing the treasure of public art. Take your best pictures  at the historic 5th Avenue, one of the most famous streets around the world with iconic buildings and museums. Take cultural time in the Rose Main Reading room at the New York Library. Enjoy and have fun at Bryant Park  which transforms during the holiday season into a winter village. Skate the night away by bringing your own skates or renting them at the free ice skating rink that provides a low cost  experience with entertainment and fun. Visit the infamous Grand Central Station which connects the city subway lines, making this an essential transit point for many commuters and tourists. 

On the third day you will explore the DUMBO neighborhood. It will amaze you with its artistic vibe and delightful panoramic views of the Manhattan bridge and skyline. Enjoy and try the delicious assortments of coffee, cookies, cakes, and pastries as you stroll the charming winter streets. Or use your free time to enjoy South Street Seaport or Fulton Street Market that, on this occasion, are totally decorated and transformed into a winter wonderland! Go around Wall street, New York’s financial district most well known for its timeless blockbuster movie hits like “The Wolf of Wall Street" (2013) or "Elf" (2003). Take your time in Greenwich village that illustrates a striking winter backdrop, to go shopping while you are enjoying seasonal music. For the more culturally inclined, don’t forget to stop by Chinatown with its colorful decorations celebrating the upcoming Chinese New Year or the snowy streets of Little Italy will make your senses delighted with the smell of anettone, cannoli, and hot chocolate. 

On December 31st, start your last day of 2024 visiting Central Park, spend free time at Museum Mile, 5th Avenue and more! Then get ready for the countdown at Times Square, celebrate with the crowds, feel the energy of the city and see the drop of the  huge illuminated ball that marks the beginning of the year! There are other private options such as parties for New Years at Times Square, you can choose too! Remember to always ask our knowledgeable ISX tour leader for recommendations or if you have additional questions during the trip! So grab your friends or make some new friends on an incredible ISX Trip that waits ahead!

ISX Adventurers around the world enjoyed the trip last year 🌟. One of them from France said: “The trip was amazing, we had a lot of fun and come back home with so many memories. Thank you so much to the leader and the driver for being understanding, nice…” Another ISX adventurer from the same country shared with us: “The Holidays in New York were wonderful! The schedule is really complete…we were able to do a lot of activities and visit a lot of places. … I would love to live the experience again. “

If you are more interested in celebrating the holidays in Canada and want a different city to

celebrate than Toronto, what about celebrating in the French side of Toronto with 3 or 4 days across Ottawa, Montreal and Quebec City welcoming 2025! Our 3 day French Canada: New Years! And 4 Day French Kiss: New Years! ✨ are departing on December 29th! 

With our French Kiss New Years trip, start your adventure admiring the architecture of the Canadian Federal Parliament buildings in Ottawa. You’ll get to explore Ottawa’s famous  Byward Markets known for its culture, incredible food and artisan shops. Next you’ll discover the natural beauty of Montreal, along with its iconic landmark, the beautiful Mount Royal to  admire a panoramic view of the city’s skyline, the St. Lawrence River and beyond! Have lunch in the Old Port with affordable options of meals, and savory cuisine of poutine, seafood, Monreal smoked meat and bagels, crepes and more!

Next you will visit Quebec City and its vibrant culture that combines perfect charm and energy. Explore the streets of Quebec City, a UNESCO world heritage, and the iconic landmark Chateau Frantenac, the most photographed hotel in the world! During the trip enjoy the chance to visit the world famous Ice Hotel made with over 30,000 tons of snow and 500 tons of ice! This year celebrates the Toboggan festival with the ISX family and astonishing electronic music, DJ Jonas Blue, Kaiin, and more. Sounds exciting right? 

Enjoy the last few days of 2024  spending New Year's Eve celebrating with educational activities and making some exciting memories with your ISX family and friends! Let's say goodbye to 2024 and welcome 2025 together! 

A student on our past trip from the Philippines shared: “During my three-day trip to French Canada, the vibrant blend of French culture and Canadian hospitality left a lasting impression. Exploring Old Quebec's cobbled streets felt like stepping into a European village. Sampling local delicacies in ‘Bistro Le 330’ added a delicious layer to the cultural experience. The trip was a delightful immersion into the rich tapestry of French Canadian history, cuisine, and scenic beauty. Each day brought a new layer of discovery, making this brief trip a captivating introduction to the unique allure of French Canada. Love it! Thank you… and I am looking forward for another trip🥰”

To our ISX Adventurers, we enjoyed sharing these great experiences with you. We’ll be more than grateful if you spend this holiday season with us. Our team wishes a marvelous New Year to you and your loved ones. On @ISXTOURS will continue updating  information so you can make   the best decision possible this holiday season! Make your dreams come true this 2025!💫