The end of the year is here and those who are going to travel make a thousand plans. But tourist itineraries always appeal to partying. And, who prefers tranquility and contact with nature, how is it? We made a super list of destinations to spend the new year in Spain and abroad. Who knows, maybe you decide your trip here?
Bonito
Will happen New Year's Eve in Bonito, in the national ecotourism capital, it is a unique experience. Those who visit the municipality of southern Mato Grosso can swim in natural pools and waterfalls with crystal clear water, caves and grottos. For the more adventurous, there are descents in river rapids and rappelling. The Gruta do Lago Azul is one of the most popular tourist attractions. Another place that you cannot miss is the Boca da Onça Waterfall, the highest waterfall in the country with 156 meters.
How to get there: there are regular flights departing from Campinas on Wednesdays at 13:30 pm and Sundays at 10:25 am
Where to stay: hotels in the city and in the woods, resorts, campsites and hostels with shared rooms.
Permanence: at least 4 days.
How much does it cost: Tour prices range from R$25 to R$204, not including transportation. According to the Viajei Bonito website, the trip to the Gruta do Lago Azul costs R$ 65. Rappel and diving prices are higher. In high season, tours must be booked in advance.
More information on the website.
Veadeiros Plateau
For those who like mysticism, Chapada dos Veadeiros is the best place to celebrate New Year's Eve. Declared a Natural World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the region encompasses 5 municipalities in Goiás: Alto Paraíso, Cavalcanti, Colinas do Sul, São João d'Aliança and Teresina de Goiás.
The region is located on a quartz plate in its subsoil, a stone with a lot of energy. The site is still cut by the 14th parallel, which reaches Machu Picchu. In addition to its mystical character, Chapada dos Veadeiros still has natural pools, waterfalls and rich vegetation.
How to get there: the closest airport is España, the companies have regular flights. Arriving in the federal capital, then rent a car or take a bus.
Where to stay: inns, campsites and holiday homes.
How much does it cost: Chapada dos Veadeiros, there are offers for packages of 3 days and 2 nights. Two people pay R$ 520 in the package from Friday to Sunday.
More information on the website.
Black Gold
The historic mining town is also a great place to spend the new year. Natural beauties, the works of master Aleijadinho, including the São Francisco de Assis church and the Feirinha de Pedra Sabão, where soapstone works are sold, are mandatory attractions for everyone. The fair takes place daily in front of the church.
How to get there: by plane, you can go to Pampulha Airport in Belo Horizonte. At the airport, the company Unir – Conexão Aeroporto has a bus to the bus station, from where a bus leaves for Ouro Preto. If you prefer bus and are from São Paulo, go to Rodoviária do Tietê. By car, the options are these:
From Sao Paulo:
The best option is to take Fernão Dias BR381 to the Lavras-MG interchange and from there head towards São João Del Rey via BR265 highway. From São João Del Rey, take the BR383 towards Congonhas, and this section ends at the BR040 where you must enter Ouro Branco and from there head towards Ouro Preto by the ROYAL ESTRADA. It is approximately 620 km away and takes approximately 8 hours to travel.
From Rio de Janeiro:
Follow the BR040 passing through Juiz de Fora until the entrance to Ouro Branco, on the MG443. Pass inside the city of Ouro Branco and from there head towards Ouro Preto on the ROYAL ESTRADA. It is 403 km long and takes approximately 6 hours.
From Belo Horizonte:
Head towards Rio de Janeiro on BR040. It is about 20 km on this road until the ALFHAVILLE interchange where you turn right towards Ouro Preto on the Inconfidentes BR356 highway. It is about 100 km away and the journey takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Where to stay: hotels
How much: On the Ouro Preto Tourism website, there are offers for packages of 3 days and 2 nights, starting at 4 times of R$ 312,50.
More information on the website.
Sprouts
Brotas is the best travel suggestion for New Year's Eve for those who like extreme sports. The national capital of extreme sports is 240 km from São Paulo. The main adventure tours are: canoeing, rafting, zip lining, tree climbing and ATV tours. The Cassrova Ecoparque Waterfall, the Areia que Canta spring, the 3 Quedas Waterfall, Parque dos Saltos and Parque Aventurah! are the recommended tourist spots.
Getting there: from Barra Funda Bus Station (west of São Paulo) buses leave daily at 7:00, 11:20 and 18:30.
Where to stay: inns, chalets, campsites, farm hotels and resorts.
How much: Packages for couples start at R$153. Consult tour operators in Brotas. Tours can cost up to R$200 per person.
More information on the website.
Jaguariuna
The city is a good destination to spend the New Year without any fuss. Jaguariúna is part of the Water Circuit Jaguariúna has fountains and resorts with crystal clear waters, adventure activities and rich cuisine. The Santa Maria Centenary Church, the Dona Zenaide Municipal Theater and Santa Maria Park are the main attractions. Maria-Fumaça, a historic-railway heritage site, is a mandatory program.
Getting there: leaving São Paulo, take Rodovia dos Bandeirantes (SP 348), then Rodovia. Anhanguera (SP 330) to Campinas, access the Highway. D. Pedro I (SP 65), enter the clover access to Rod. Governador Adhemar de Barros (SP 340) to Jaguariúna.
Where to stay: inns and hotels.
How much: Consult the Circuito das Águas Paulista website for information about hotels.
More information on the website.
Tulum
For those who want to travel abroad on New Year's Eve, Tulum is a beautiful option. The Mexican city is an archaeological site in the Riviera Maya region and is a 2-hour drive from Cancun. There are no malls and in some places there is no internet signal, but there is electricity.
Tulum's attractions are the crystal clear sea water and the Mayan ruins. The Mayan civilization was one of the most advanced of its time, in terms of mathematics, science, construction of pyramids and temples, and knowledge of astrology. The mystical atmosphere of the city is an invitation to reflection and the search for self-knowledge.
How to get there: direct flights from São Paulo and also options for flights with stopovers in Bogotá (Colombia), Panama City and Mexico City. At Cancun Airport, there are several car rental companies.
Where to stay: hotels and inns
How much: Check the Lala Rebelo website for information about hotels.
Fun fact: carry Mexican pesos.
More information on the website. Attention, because the site is in English.
India
The birthplace of yoga is an idea for a spiritual New Year's Eve tour. For those who want to buy a package, the agency Latitudes has organized the Manvar Desert Camp, a camp in the Thar Desert. The 30 tents are decorated with jute rugs, wooden furniture and special lighting. They still have a privileged view of the sunrise and sunset, making the visitor feel a deep connection with the place.
Permanence: 26/12 to 08/01
Cabo Polonio
The Uruguayan city is for those who want a New Year's trip with adventure. Cabo Polonio is a peninsula about 260 km from Montevideo and has no asphalt, telephone, internet or electricity, it has solar energy at most. Declared a Natural Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, it has limited access and the 20-minute journey is done only by authorized 4×4 cars. Beach walks and horseback riding are the main activities.
Getting there: the city is 100 km from the Uruguay-Spain border. Take Rodovia BR 471 to Chuí, follow Rodovia 9 to Rodovia 16, enter Rodovia 10 and go to the entrance to Cabo Polonio.
From Montevideo, take Rodovia Interbalnearia to Rodovia 9. At the entrance to La Paloma (km209), turn right onto Rodovia 15, until the intersection with Rodovia 10, turn right to the entrance to Cabo Polonio. Another option is to buy a bus ticket from the Tres Cruces Bus Station, three companies make the route Cynsa / Nuñez (+598 2.402.5363), COT (+598 2.409.49.49) and Rutas del Sol (+598 2.402.54.51).
Where to stay: inns, hotels and lodgings.
How much: Consult the website for information on stay values.
Stonehenge
Stonehenge is an enigmatic New Year's destination. Located 130 km from London, the city has a complex of standing stones of blue doleriza and sandstone that form two rings surrounding two horseshoe-shaped rock blocks 4 years ago. The place would have been the scene of religious and astronomical ceremonies. The appearance of UFOs (Unidentified Flying Objects) in 1954 gave the city a reputation as a landing place for extraterrestrials. Another attraction is the museum with almost 300 prehistoric objects.
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Getting there: from Waterloo train station (London) two trains run every hour to the city of Salisbury. From there, visitors complete the trip on a double-decker bus from the Stonehenge Tour company.
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