{"id":986,"date":"2021-12-15T17:42:26","date_gmt":"2021-12-15T17:42:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/blog\/?p=986"},"modified":"2025-06-26T13:48:04","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T13:48:04","slug":"new-year-cheer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/blog\/2021\/12\/15\/new-year-cheer\/","title":{"rendered":"New Year Cheer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Much like any travel experience, we think New Year\u2019s Eve is what you make of it. Sure, you could cozy up at home with a bottle of wine \u2013 or, you could reclaim the holiday with a truly memorable night on the town!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Need some inspiration? We rounded up some of our favorite NYE happenings to get you started, like fabulous beachside soir\u00e9es, mouthwatering feasts, and family-friendly festivals across the U.S.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Amidst your party planning for December 31, perhaps a more important consideration is, where do you want to wake up on January 1? What are you looking forward to in this New Year? More time with family? Holistic health? Getting lost in nature? Adventurous travels to unknown places? Whatever you dare to dream in 2022, Independent Collection Hotels &amp; Resorts can help bring those ambitions to life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Send off 2021 in spectacular style and welcome the New Year with open arms at these exciting destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"994\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1166424249-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-994 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1166424249-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1166424249-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1166424249-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1166424249-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1166424249-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"993\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_334698-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-993 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_334698-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_334698-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_334698-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_334698-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_334698-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_334698-scaled.jpg 1280w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 683px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 683\/1024;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Florida Keys<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"995\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_1435625-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-995 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_1435625-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_1435625-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_1435625-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_1435625-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_1435625-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Stocksy_txp7376d832p56200_Large_1435625-scaled.jpg 1280w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 683px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 683\/1024;\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Slow Down<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Where some resolutions are stuffed with to-do\u2019s, others have but one mission: to slow down, relax, and savor the little things in life. For those in pursuit of simpler pleasures, consider a New Years&#8217; vacation to the <strong>Florida Keys<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Surrounded by turquoise water and serene natural landscapes, the Keys embrace island life to the fullest. Here the days are deliciously slow and decidedly carefree, the perfect setting to unwind and do nothing at all. (Of course, there are tons of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/17\/get-outdoors-south\/\">outdoor activities<\/a> and local happenings to keep you entertained, too!)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Find even more serenity (and a healthy dose of hedonism) in <strong>Key West<\/strong>, a beautiful island city at the very tip of the continental U.S. Equal parts tranquil and cheeky, Key West is where locals go to get away and international travelers flock for historic charm, mesmerizing sunsets, and fun-filled nights on the town.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1000\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5a79b78c-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1000 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5a79b78c-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5a79b78c-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5a79b78c-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5a79b78c-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5a79b78c-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Parrot Key Hotel &amp; Villas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Make the most of your Key West experience at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/parrot-key-hotel-villas\"><strong>Parrot Key Hotel &amp; Villas<\/strong><\/a>, an award-winning resort with luxurious waterfront villas, lush gardens, four (!) pools, tons of on-site water sports, and much, much more. For the ultimate New Year\u2019s celebration, book Parrot Key\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parrotkeyhotel.com\/activities\/island-style-holidays\">\u201cToast to \u201822\u201d<\/a> package for special pricing on a villa or suite complete with a welcome bottle of champagne, a $100 credit for delicious dining at <strong>The Grove<\/strong>&nbsp; \u2013 the resort\u2019s al fresco restaurant \u2013 and all of those classic NYE party favors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Count down the clock with old friends and new at The Grove, keep things intimate with a private party in your villa, or head to one of Key West\u2019s historic streets for a different kind of ball drop. On <strong>Duval Street<\/strong>, watch the conch shell drop from Sloppy Joe\u2019s (a locals\u2019 favorite bar) or cheer along as Sushi, the island\u2019s most famous drag queen, descends into the crowds from a ruby red high-heeled shoe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Discover more about our award-winning Parrot Key Hotel &amp; Villas and book your experience <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/parrot-key-hotel-villas\"><em>on our website<\/em><\/a><em>.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1003\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5ee8c37d-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"View of The Sanctuary Beach Resort in Monterey, CA from the surrounding sand dunes\" class=\"wp-image-1003 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5ee8c37d-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5ee8c37d-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5ee8c37d-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5ee8c37d-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5ee8c37d-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Sanctuary Beach Resort<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On the West Coast, slow down in a different setting at <strong>Monterey, California<\/strong>. Flanked by deep blue water and dense, green forests, Monterey has enchanted travelers with its rugged coastal beauty for centuries. Yet contrary to its grandeur, the city of Monterey is actually quite small. And <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/blog\/2021\/11\/01\/merry-in-monterey\/\">during the wintertime<\/a>, when swarms of summer travelers have subsided, Monterey\u2019s small-town charm is yours to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If locally-grown wines, beachside bonfires, and oceanfront hikes sound like your ideal getaway, plan a stay at The Sanctuary Beach Resort. A rare Monterey Bay hotel located on the beach, the Sanctuary truly lives up to its namesake with cozy oceanfront cottages, a holistic spa, and quiet seclusion. Best of all, the resort is within reach of Monterey\u2019s famous wineries, charming neighborhoods, and nature hikes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1006\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5fbae3a9-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1006 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5fbae3a9-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5fbae3a9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5fbae3a9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5fbae3a9-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/6061f5fbae3a9-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Salt Wood Kitchen &amp; Oysterette<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"918\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Salt-Wood-Patio-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Salt Wood Kitchen &amp; Oysterette outdoor patio at night with strings of lights and firepit\" class=\"wp-image-918 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Salt-Wood-Patio-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Salt-Wood-Patio-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Salt-Wood-Patio-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Salt-Wood-Patio-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Salt-Wood-Patio-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Salt Wood Kitchen &amp; Oysterette<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Elevate your New Year\u2019s escape with a prix fixe feast at <a href=\"https:\/\/saltwoodkitchenandoysterette.com\/\"><strong>Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette<\/strong><\/a>, the Sanctuary\u2019s on-site restaurant. Here, locally sourced ingredients are masterfully prepared by local chefs in a live-fire kitchen. On New Year\u2019s Eve, settle in for a six-course culinary adventure of jumbo scallops with shaved truffle and foraged mushrooms, \u201csurf and turf\u201d with roasted vegetables, and much more. Add some live music and celebratory bubbly, and you have a fabulous start to 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Find out more about <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/the-sanctuary-beach-resort\"><em>The Sanctuary Beach Resort<\/em><\/a><em>, and explore Salt Wood\u2019s holiday dining <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/saltwoodkitchenandoysterette.com\/holiday-dining\"><em>here<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Say Yes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps your New Year\u2019s resolution is to live life to its fullest. Saying yes to opportunities that come your way and making the most of 2022. What better place to do just that than America\u2019s most dynamic metropolises?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1014\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605908ae441e9-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1014 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605908ae441e9-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605908ae441e9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605908ae441e9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605908ae441e9-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605908ae441e9-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cadillac Hotel &amp; Beach Club<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"1015\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605907f75d540-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1015 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605907f75d540-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605907f75d540-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605907f75d540-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605907f75d540-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605907f75d540-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/605907f75d540-scaled.jpg 1280w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 683px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 683\/1024;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cadillac Hotel &amp; Beach Club<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Take for example <strong>Miami Beach<\/strong>, a glittering epicenter of Art Deco architecture, culinary creativity, non-stop nightlife, and beautiful beaches. Experience everything the city has to offer with a stay at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/cadillac-hotel-beach-club\"><strong>Cadillac Hotel &amp; Beach Club<\/strong><\/a>, an award-winning oceanfront resort inspired by European Riviera glamour.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On New Year\u2019s Eve, join the Cadillac Hotel for a fabulous f\u00eate with specially-priced bottles of Mo\u00ebt &amp; Chandon and an over-the-top, buffet-style feast. At the raw and crudo bar, choose from juicy lobster tails, salmon tartare, and fresh oysters. Pile your plate with even more treats from the pasta, salad, pizza, and charcuterie stations, and leave room for delicious entrees like Barolo-braised short ribs, New Zealand lamb chops, and New England sea scallops. When the clock winds down, don your best pastel blazer and head to the Cadillac\u2019s \u201880s-inspired New Year\u2019s Eve party before walking to the shoreline for fireworks under the stars.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After an all-night celebration, recover by the pool in true Miami style \u2013 with a relaxing spa treatment in your private poolside cabana. When you\u2019re finally rejuvenated and ready to explore, the city is ready to welcome you with seemingly endless things to do: outdoor concerts, food and wine festivals, architecture tours, light shows in botanical gardens, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/30\/fabulously-festive\/\">and so much more.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Book your oceanfront stay at Cadillac Hotel &amp; Beach Club and explore the holiday menus <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cadillachotelmiamibeach.com\/experience\/holidays-by-the-sea\">here<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-0 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1026\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/michael-browning-ZLN2WOVpjCo-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1026 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/michael-browning-ZLN2WOVpjCo-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/michael-browning-ZLN2WOVpjCo-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/michael-browning-ZLN2WOVpjCo-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/michael-browning-ZLN2WOVpjCo-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/michael-browning-ZLN2WOVpjCo-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beacon Hill<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1027\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-887480596-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1027 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-887480596-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-887480596-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-887480596-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-887480596-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-887480596-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Downtown Boston<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1028\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Lookout05_small-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1028 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Lookout05_small-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Lookout05_small-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Lookout05_small-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Lookout05_small-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Lookout05_small.jpg 1800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Seaport District<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of America\u2019s oldest cities, <strong>Boston<\/strong> is rich with history, cultural happenings, iconic local restaurants, public gardens, and tons of outdoor activities \u2013 the perfect destination to kick off your \u201cyes\u201d-filled year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But first, a celebration is in order. Where will you be when the clock strikes 12? If champagne toasts and opulent crowds pique your interest, head to one of Boston\u2019s famous nightclubs for a late-night-turned-early-morning bash. Find a spot along the Boston Harbor for an incredible fireworks show (check out the North End, Downtown Waterfront, and Castle Island areas for the best views), or round up the family for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boston-discovery-guide.com\/first-night-boston.html\">First Night Boston<\/a>, an alcohol-free, kid-friendly celebration with ice sculptures, live music, arts and crafts, and a festive parade.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"1032\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/616ee8cf62e23-scaled-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1032 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/616ee8cf62e23-scaled-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/616ee8cf62e23-scaled-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/616ee8cf62e23-scaled-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/616ee8cf62e23-scaled-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/616ee8cf62e23-scaled-1638x2048.jpg 1638w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/616ee8cf62e23-scaled.jpg 1536w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 819px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 819\/1024;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Para Maria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1033\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/112119-350-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1033 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/112119-350-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/112119-350-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/112119-350-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/112119-350-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/112119-350-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; 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--smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 819\/1024;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Para Maria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" data-id=\"1031\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Whitney-Christmas-13-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"Courtyard at The Whitney Hotel in Boston decorated for Christmas\" class=\"wp-image-1031 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Whitney-Christmas-13-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Whitney-Christmas-13-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Whitney-Christmas-13-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Whitney-Christmas-13-1536x1027.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Whitney-Christmas-13-2048x1369.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/685;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Whitney Hotel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At Independent Collection, we think your hotel should be just as thrilling as your New Year. Foodies should plan to stay at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/the-envoy\"><strong>The Envoy<\/strong><\/a>, a design-forward hotel with fantastic on-site restaurants and lounges headed by award-winning chefs. Rent a festive igloo at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theenvoyhotel.com\/dining\/lookout-rooftop-and-bar\"><strong>Lookout Rooftop<\/strong><\/a> and enjoy gorgeous skyline views, craft cocktails and seasonal dishes, or gather with your closest friends for a family-style meal at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paramaria.com\/\"><strong>Para Maria<\/strong><\/a>, a new Latin-inspired restaurant by acclaimed local chef <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/blog\/2021\/07\/30\/bostons-fall-flavors\/\">Tatiana Rosana<\/a>. Across town, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/the-whitney-hotel\"><strong>The Whitney<\/strong><\/a> offers a luxury boutique-style stay in Boston\u2019s historic <strong>Beacon Hill<\/strong> neighborhood. Book in advance and you\u2019ll receive up to 25% off your room or suite, plus The Whitney\u2019s coveted \u201cneighborhood passkey,\u201d a curated guidebook offering exclusive perks and savings at some of Boston\u2019s best boutiques, bars, spas, antique shops, and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Explore Independent Collection\u2019s <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/our-hotels-resorts\"><em>Boston hotels<\/em><\/a><em> and book directly for our best New Year offers.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"643\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/alex-haney-xhLpQmQEZ8s-unsplash-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-643 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/alex-haney-xhLpQmQEZ8s-unsplash-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/alex-haney-xhLpQmQEZ8s-unsplash-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/alex-haney-xhLpQmQEZ8s-unsplash-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/alex-haney-xhLpQmQEZ8s-unsplash-3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/alex-haney-xhLpQmQEZ8s-unsplash-3-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rockefeller Center<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"1041\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1292824322-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1041 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1292824322-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1292824322-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1292824322-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1292824322-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1292824322-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Midtown Manhattan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"943\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Queen-Bed-Suite-with-Sofa-Bed-Central-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-943 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Queen-Bed-Suite-with-Sofa-Bed-Central-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Queen-Bed-Suite-with-Sofa-Bed-Central-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Queen-Bed-Suite-with-Sofa-Bed-Central-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Queen-Bed-Suite-with-Sofa-Bed-Central-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ichotelsblog.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Queen-Bed-Suite-with-Sofa-Bed-Central-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hotel 48LEX<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, \u201cthe city that never sleeps\u201d implies an epic start to the New Year, don\u2019t you think? For those who plan to grab 2022 by the horns, the ever-wondrous New York City awaits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/blog\/2021\/11\/01\/holiday-magic-in-new-york-city\/\">quintessential holiday experiences<\/a> to world-class cultural institutions, to underground raves and drag queen brunches, New York City offers something fun and unique for every kind of traveler. Say yes to it all and stay in the heart of the action at Hotel 48LEX, a luxurious Four-Diamond hotel in Midtown Manhattan. Take advantage of Hotel 48LEX\u2019s curated winter guide (and check out Independent Collection\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/blog\/\">blog<\/a> for inspiration, too!) for the ultimate NYC experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Book your NYC escape to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/hotel-48lex-new-york\">Hotel 48LEX<\/a>, and check out Independent Collection\u2019s <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.independentcollection.com\/blog\/\"><em>blog<\/em><\/a><em> for our top picks of NYC dining, shopping, and more.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Live Well<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While some head outdoors to work up a sweat, others may seek a helping hand \u2013 literally. 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