- by foxnews
- 08 Apr 2025
Which Cities to Avoid in Italy, France, and Japan for New Year's Eve Celebrations as Restrictions Tighten and Activities Are Banned: What Travelers Need to Know
As the countdown to New Year’s Eve begins, some of the world’s most popular destinations are tightening their rules, making it more challenging to celebrate freely. If you’re planning to ring in 2024 in Italy’s Venice, France’s Strasbourg and Lyon, or Japan’s Tokyo, you might want to reconsider your plans. From alcohol bans to fireworks restrictions and canceled events, these cities are putting the brakes on the usual festivities. Here’s what travelers need to know about where to go—and where to avoid—as New Year’s Eve celebrations face tighter restrictions this year.
- by travelandtourworld
- 28 Dec 2024
- in travel
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Shops in the area have also stopped selling alcohol during the celebrations, and barriers will surround the iconic Hachiko statue to prevent overcrowding. Authorities want to avoid the chaotic scenes of past years, ensuring a safer environment for everyone.
Fireworks face even stricter rules, with a citywide ban on their sale, purchase, possession, and transportation from December 30 to January 3. The goal is to minimize risks and keep the celebrations peaceful and orderly.
If Venice, Tokyo, Strasbourg, or Lyon was on your list of places to welcome 2024, you might want to consider alternatives. These cities are prioritizing safety over spectacle this year, which means quieter celebrations and less room for the usual revelry.
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