LIFE

World (class) New Year’s Parties

Holiday Time, Christopher Lombardi, Special publications, Published on 27/12/2018

» Site of one of the oldest and best-known celebrations, New York City always pulls out the stops for its widely viewed Times Square countdown party. In addition to the iconic 4-metre glitter ball that descends to mark the year’s end, the throngs of partygoers who unfailingly turn out for the event are treated to dazzling pyrotechnic and laser-light shows, big-name celebrity musical appearances and even a “wishing wall” where optimistic revellers can scribble their latest New Year’s resolutions.