Countdown to the New Year Abroad – Party into 2017!

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“5, 4, 3, 2, 1, Happy New Year!!!” On the last day of every year, no matter how busy people are, they gather with family and loved ones to reminisce about the happy and not-so-happy moments of the past year, then joyfully welcome the new one, hoping the next year will be extraordinary. As this year comes to an end, are you ready for the three-day New Year’s holiday? If you've had enough of Taipei 101’s fireworks and have no plans yet, don’t worry — travel experts Wu Fu Travel have already planned a range of itineraries. Whether you’re with family, friends, a partner, or traveling solo, choosing Wu Fu Travel ensures you’ll have the most memorable New Year trip, partying right into 2017!

Fun for the Whole Family

▲ Theme parks are great destinations for family fun all year round!

When it comes to family-friendly destinations, theme parks are a must. They’re filled with joy that delights both kids and adults alike. During holidays and special occasions, these parks often roll out themed activities to attract visitors, allowing you to enjoy fun while soaking in the festive atmosphere. Japan, being close to Taiwan and home to numerous theme parks, is another excellent choice for celebrating the New Year. Wu Fu Travel’s “Selected Tokyo Limited Skytree Observatory, Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, Odaiba Gundam, Disneyland, Hakone Cruise & Hot Spring Feast 5-Day Tour” lets you spend a full day at either Tokyo Disneyland or DisneySea (choose one), celebrating the New Year with classic characters like Mickey and Minnie. The itinerary also includes a visit to Tokyo’s new landmark — the TOKYO SKYTREE observatory, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city, Tokyo Bay, and even Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest peak. Other popular spots include Lake Kawaguchi Pirate Ship, Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, and the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse. Of course, a hot spring night is not to be missed, promising a rich and memorable overseas New Year experience!

Another nearby destination with theme parks is China’s “Jiangnan” region. Shanghai Disneyland, which opened this year, is definitely a highlight for New Year celebrations in China. Wu Fu Travel’s “Shanghai Disneyland & Hello Kitty Colorful Double Park Deluxe 5-Day Tour” not only lets you explore both parks but also visits classic Jiangsu and Zhejiang scenic spots like “Paradise on Earth” Suzhou and Hangzhou, as well as the ancient water town “Moon River Ancient Town.” You’ll also enjoy the “West Lake Night” large-scale song and dance show — all with no shopping stops or hidden fees, making for a more relaxing holiday.

▲ The Singapore Marina Bay Countdown Fireworks Show is a major attraction!

Escape the cold and head to the warmth of the Southern Hemisphere, where you can’t miss Singapore’s “Tropical Christmas” festivities. At year’s end, from the Christmas light displays along Orchard Road to the Marina Bay countdown fireworks, a variety of refreshingly unique New Year events will accompany you through a wonderful “new” year holiday. The “Singapore Resorts World High Fun 4-Day Tour” takes you to visit famous city landmarks such as the Esplanade, Merlion Park, and Marina Bay Sands to soak in Singapore’s warm festive vibe. You’ll also head to Resorts World Sentosa to enjoy the “S.E.A. Aquarium” and “Universal Studios,” celebrating the New Year amidst family fun. And of course, the “Siloso Beach Countdown Party” on Sentosa Island is another major highlight, where you can welcome the new year with 12 hours of non-stop music and party right into 2017!

Fun with Friends

▲ Enjoying snow activities with friends is one of the most thrilling things to do in winter.

Celebrating the New Year with close friends, buddies, or besties is one of the happiest things you can do. Going wild together and welcoming the New Year in each other’s company is perfect — and winter is the ideal time for snow-centered trips. Wu Fu Travel offers Hokkaido’s “Northern Snow Romance ~ Snow Fun” 5-Day Tour, featuring specially arranged snow activities at Shikisai-no-Oka, including snow banana boats, snow tubing, snowmobiles, and more, giving you an unforgettable winter memory in the north. Additionally, the seasonal “Sapporo Snow Light Path Festival,” with its dazzling illuminated streets stretching over several blocks, makes winter Sapporo even more magical. Beyond snow activities, treat your body and soul to rejuvenation at hot springs and indulge in local cuisine. The tour includes a stay at the famed Tokachigawa Onsen hot springs and unlimited snow crab feasts in Hokkaido — your New Year trip with friends will be full of wonderful memories.

Korea, with its abundance of ski resorts and relatively affordable prices, is also a great place to enjoy the snow. The “Super Korea Ski Edition” 5-Day Tour takes you to a super-popular ski resort to experience skiing at a price that’s under 20,000 NTD for the New Year. With a guide’s instruction, challenge yourself and try the thrill of skiing for the first time. When you’re tired of skiing, build snowmen or have a snowball fight with friends to fully enjoy the snowy wonderland. The itinerary also features cultural experiences like visiting seaweed factories and making kimchi, as well as dressing up in traditional hanbok with your friends for timeless photos. Plus, you’ll get to taste all the classic Korean dishes and shop at top destinations — immersing yourself in the new appeal of Korean pop culture.

▲ In Boracay, you can enjoy water activities with friends, vacationing in style.

For budget travelers, there’s also the warm option of Boracay, home to Southeast Asia’s most beautiful and longest beach — a perfect spot for a friends’ getaway. Wu Fu Travel’s “Best of Boracay ~ Sea Voyage 4-Day Tour” takes you to the Philippines’ most popular resort destination via direct China Airlines flights. Here, you can fully enjoy fun times with friends — snorkel in coral waters to admire the underwater world, enjoy a wide range of water activities, experience a famous hot stone spa, feast on unlimited BBQ on the beach, and drink all the beer you want. These diverse activities, paired with white sands, clear waters, and stunning blue seas, are loved even by foreigners.

Romantic Getaway for Two

▲ Strolling along the romantic Otaru Canal warms up your love.

A New Year’s trip with your partner is all about enjoying precious alone time, welcoming the New Year together, and keeping the romance going into the next year. Winter in romantic Hokkaido turns the landscape into a world of silver, making it the perfect time to deepen your bond. Soaking in a warm hot spring with your loved one at around minus ten degrees Celsius is the ultimate luxury. The “Hokkaido Premium Hot Spring 5-Day Tour” includes stays at famous hot spring hotels in Noboribetsu and Lake Toya, tastings of Hokkaido’s famed three crabs, visits to popular attractions like Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Nikka Yuko Garden, and Showa Shinzan Bear Farm, as well as enjoying Hakodate’s million-dollar night view, strolling through romantic Otaru, and shopping to your heart’s content in Sapporo’s Tanukikoji. Your New Year itinerary is packed!

▲ Sydney’s New Year’s fireworks are world-famous and a major global spectacle.

What’s New Year’s without spectacular fireworks? Sydney, the most globally watched city that kicks off the countdown to the New Year, is also a top choice for couples celebrating the occasion. Ditch the heavy coats, dress up lightly, and join the crowd in counting down as you admire the stunning fireworks over Sydney Harbour while embracing your loved one to celebrate the New Year. Wu Fu Travel’s specially curated 【Australian Visitors Sydney Countdown Fireworks】8-Day Tour takes you to both Sydney and the Gold Coast. Led by a professional guide, you’ll secure prime spots to watch the fireworks. Classic stops include a cable car ride in Blue Mountains National Park to admire the canyon views, a green walk at Hyde Park, a Sydney Harbour cruise, a visit to the Sydney Opera House, koala cuddling, and shopping at Harbour Town. Those holding a wedding invitation within six months of departure can even receive a special honeymoon gift. Hurry and plan this once-a-year romantic experience with your partner!

  Enjoy Yourself: Solo Travel

▲ Hong Kong’s New Year fireworks were once ranked by CNN as the “No.1 most distinctive New Year’s Eve countdown event in the world.”

In modern society, independence and autonomy are valued, and the idea of “being on your own” is growing stronger. Celebrating the New Year with family, friends, or a partner isn’t anything new — but traveling solo can make you stand out even more. Choosing a bustling metropolis for a solo New Year trip is both safe and surrounded by people, so you won’t feel lonely even on your own. Wu Fu Travel offers a series of solo New Year travel packages, so you don’t have to scramble for flights or hotels — just grab your backpack and go!

Tokyo has always been a super-popular destination, and it’s the No.1 choice for New Year’s travel. The “New Year’s Early Bird Tokyo Ueno Hotel Free & Easy 5-Day Tour” lets you stay at the conveniently located Ueno Hotel and includes three early-bird gifts: one one-way Taipei Metro ticket, one-day Taipei Metro R card, and a Wi-Fi router per room. On New Year’s Eve, you can count down under the Tokyo Tower or visit “Zojoji Temple” to take part in the bell-ringing ceremony, experiencing the traditional Japanese way of seeing off the old year and welcoming the new — listening to the 108 midnight bells that cleanse the past and usher in the new. On New Year’s Day, visit a shrine to pray for peace and good fortune in the coming year.

Hong Kong and Macau, less than two hours from Taiwan, are great choices for those wanting an overseas New Year experience. They save you money on flights and travel time, have a familiar language and culture, and offer a lively festive atmosphere — making them top picks for an international New Year trip. Don’t miss Hong Kong’s stunning Victoria Harbour night view, and the exciting countdown fireworks are the highlight of the year. In Macau, aside from the fireworks, you can also try your luck at the casinos and carry this year’s good fortune into the next. Wu Fu Travel’s selected Hong Kong and Macau New Year itineraries are available now — book your spot today!

  New Year’s Madness on the Beautiful Island

▲ The beauty of Yushan is a must-see sight in a lifetime.

Want a unique New Year’s experience without breaking the bank on overseas travel? Taiwan itself offers countless New Year events from north to south. If you’ve had enough of fireworks and concerts, why not head to the mountains this year? Wu Fu Travel’s “2016 New Year Holiday ~ Yushan Sunrise Tops Taiwan ~ Linzhi Mountain & Checheng 2-Day Tour” takes you to Taiwan’s highest peak to welcome the first light of 2017, with breathtaking high-altitude views that open up new perspectives and write a beautiful, poetic chapter in your life’s memories.

Hidden deep in Hsinchu’s mountains lies a pristine place — a simple, clean, and beautiful “God’s Tribe” called Smangus. On New Year’s Eve, the tribe holds a countdown celebration. The “God’s Tribe ~ Smangus. Giant Tree. Forest Love 2-Day Tour” takes you to celebrate the New Year in the tribe, welcoming the new year amid joyful singing and dancing, leaving you with rich and unforgettable memories.

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