Madeira Islands, Portugal

Madeira has been the favorite destination for a New Year in Europe for six years in a row. It is ranked at the top thanks to its New Year Fireworks in the bay of Funchal (the largest and most lavish in Europe), its comfortable subtropical climate year round, its great offering of four and five star hotels, including the historic Belmond Reid’s Palace Madeira is one of the best places for outdoor lovers. It has 3,000 levadas, small irrigation canals that provide trekking routes through the mountains and forests of the island.

2. Marbella, Spain

For fans of bling breaks, Marbella is a great choice ; it has one of the largest concentrations of designer boutiques, Michelin-starred restaurants, five-star hotels, an impressive Marina and a beach chosen as the most beautiful beach in Spain.

3. London,England

Magical at Christmas with gorgeous light displays and markets, London is also superb for the New Year. What could be more emblematic than to count down to the New Year at the foot of Big Ben, in front of a fireworks display fired from the river Thames?

4. Lisbon, Portugal

Beautiful Lisbon with its iconic yellow trams trundling through narrow cobbled streets over seven hills. New Year’s Eve is a real treat and ideal for anyone who doesn't like to plan New Years 11 months in advance. After an unforgettable evening in the bars of Bairro Alto or Cais do Sodré you can have brunch in the heart of the historic district or head by train to the nearby seaside towns Cascais and Estoril.

5. Tbilisi, Georgia

Tbilisi is probably the most original choice is this ranking, a trend that is also due to the attractive prices of accommodation (up to five times cheaper than in London or Paris with a stay in a five-star hotel in Tbilisi for the price of a three-star in Berlin), safety (low crime rates) and easy access for British and American travellers (special non-visa regulations). It’s also a favorite destination for foodies and wine lovers. Sublimely decorated for Christmas and New Year celebrations, Tbilisi extends the Christmas spirit until mid-January. Many public concerts are organized to celebrate the New Year, the Christmas market of Tbilisi ranks among the most beautiful in Europe.

6. Prague, Czech Republic

The Czech Capital it’s well known for its inexpensive beers. Prague celebrates the New Year with numerous festivities, outdoor concerts, fireworks and many private parties in restaurants, nightclubs and bars.

7. Ibiza, Spain

For hardcore clubbers, New Year Ibiza is a top choice. Known for its evenings bringing together the best DJs, the best dancers, the biggest shows in Europe, Ibiza also means lazing around, beaches, outdoor sports, nautical activities, seaside restaurants: the perfect mix of fiesta and idleness. 

8. Sao Miguel, Azores

For city dwellers looking for wide open spaces and nature, celebrate New Year's Eve in The Azores. Every year a fireworks display is fired from Ponta Delgada, the capital of the Azores on the main island of Sao Miguel, many festivities are organized such as public concerts and you can prolong the party in the bars and restaurants of Ponta Delgada.

9. Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh’s Christmas Market is ranked among the Best Christmas Markets in the United Kingdom and New Year’s Eve "Hogmanay” in Edinburgh is truly one of the best in Europe. A true institution, the New Year is celebrated from December 31 to January 3 with gigantic parties and open-air concerts that bring together local and international artists.

10. Porto, Portugal

Porto is Lisbon’s laid-back sibling and a place that requires a little more work to fully appreciate its many delights. Overlooking the River Douro with its famous Port Wine lodges, the city certainly has all the views and the cobbled (often very hilly) streets and beautiful ceramic tiled buildings are charming. New Year’s Eve in Porto is legendary. (Forbes)