Happy New Year 2025: Top destinations to make your group trip a reality

Happy New Year 2025: Top destinations to make your group trip a reality

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It’s the perfect time to set goals, foster connections, and celebrate the joys with your loved ones, and there cannot be a better way to start the year than by planning a trip with your family and friends.

1. Family travel takes the lead | Family vacations are set to dominate travel plans, with 34% of respondents intending to travel with family in 2025. Indonesians lead the way, with 58% planning multi-generational trips, while 30% of Indian travellers also prefer family holidays. Following family travellers, couples (23%) and solo travellers (19%) are the next largest travel groups across Asia. (Image: Shutterstock)

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As 2024 comes to a close, the excitement for the New Year is palpable. The arrival of the New Year offers a chance to appreciate the past year and embrace the promise of fresh starts and new possibilities. It is the perfect time to set goals, foster connections, and celebrate the joys with your loved ones, and there cannot be a better way to start the year than by planning a trip with your family and friends. Here are five destinations to plan a trip with friends or family for New Year celebrations. (Image: Shutterstock)

No 2. Lonavala | The lush green monsoon destination of Lonavala nestled in the Western Ghats near Mumbai has seen a rise in searches as family travellers are looking to head there to soak in the lush green landscapes. The hill station's cool climate and picturesque waterfalls provide a serene escape from city life.

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Lonavala | Located in the Sahyadri range of the Western Ghats near Pune and Mumbai, Lonavala is the most popular hill station and a must-see destination in Maharashtra. With live music, hotels and bars, this popular destination has many attractions for a New Year’s Eve getaway. Renowned for its spectacular views, stunning waterfalls and lush green valleys, it is a go-to destination during winters when the days are sunny and evenings are chilly. (Image: Shutterstock)

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Shimla | Nestled amid snow-capped peaks, Shimla is a perfect hill station to visit for your New Year celebration with your dear ones. The city transforms into a winter wonderland during December and January, offering a magical experience. (Image: Reuters)

Jaipur | The city welcomes the year in regal style. Celebrating New Year's Eve with family and friends in Jaipur is a fantastic idea. The Pink City comes alive with celebrations, making it the perfect option for a fun-filled trip with your squad.

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Jaipur | The city welcomes the year in regal style. Celebrating New Year’s Eve with family and friends in Jaipur is a fantastic idea. The Pink City comes alive with celebrations, making it the perfect option for a fun-filled trip with your squad.

South Goa | An ultimate party destination, Goa is a perfect place to plan a trip for a fun-filled holiday. However, if you want a calm and peacful holiday with a relaxed ambience head out to South Goa, a colourful nightlife and breathtaking beaches, the part of Goa has a lot to offer to suit every mood. Goa is also one of the first choices a group of friends and family makes for a memorable experience. From silent noise parties to beach parties, Goa ensures that the fun is unlimited.

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South Goa | An ultimate party destination, Goa is a perfect place to plan a trip for a fun-filled holiday. However, if you want a calm and peacful holiday with a relaxed ambience head out to South Goa, a colourful nightlife and breathtaking beaches, the part of Goa has a lot to offer to suit every mood. Goa is also one of the first choices a group of friends and family makes for a memorable experience. From silent noise parties to beach parties, Goa ensures that the fun is unlimited. (Image: Reuters)

Darjeeling, West Bengal | Darjeeling is known for its misty mornings, lush tea gardens, breathtaking sunrises, and the mesmerising view of snow-capped peaks. The Queen of the Hills is one of the popular hill stations. Tiger Hill, Tea Gardens, Toy Train, and Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, among others, are the popular destinations here to explore. (Image: Shutterstock)

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Darjeeling | Fondly known as the “Queen of the Hills,” Darjeeling transformed into a vibrant holiday haven that draws tourists from across India and beyond. From a serene atmosphere and picturesque landscapes to colonial charm, it has long been a favoured destination for travellers.

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