New Year’s 2019 is coming, and deciding where and how to ring in the new year takes some planning. Today the Arrive West End blog has some suggestions for celebrating.
A Family Celebration
For the younger set, consider have a Noon Year’s Day celebration (leaving your evening free to head out on the town). Let the kids make party hats, noisemakers, and food as part of the party. Some ideas include putting together a time capsule and letting each child add something to it, or celebrating the world with traditions from different countries for ringing in the new year.
Dining and Dancing
With the help of Yelp, narrow down the best places to spend your New Year’s Eve. Check out The Best Nightlife places in the Dallas area (or head over to your favorite). Make reservations if possible so you will be sure to get in.
Party On Dude
Staying at home at your Arrive West End apartment may be just your style this year, but that’s no reason to celebrate alone! Plan a party — anything from a simple gathering of friends to toast the new year to an all out sit-down supper with your best china. These ideas from Shutterfly will get you started.
Going Out on the Town
If you are headed out on the town in the Dallas area to celebrate with good food, drinks, and friends, be sure to consider your safety. Try out these tips to help you start your evening.
— If you will be drinking, be sure to have a designated driver. Another option is to attend an event that includes accommodations for the night.
— Save the number for a local cab service, an Uber, or Lyft in your phone prior to heading out for the evening. Never get into a car with a driver who has been drinking. This page has some great info about these services in Dallas, Texas.
— Stay engaged in activities and eat plenty of food to prevent drinking on an empty stomach. If you are hosting a party, offer non-alcoholic beverages or mocktails for designated drivers and others who prefer not to drink alcohol.
However you celebrate, have fun and be safe; and have a prosperous new year!
