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I found this on
http://www.infoplease.com/spot/ newyearcelebrations.html
- New Year's Eve just isn't an excuse to drink; it's a great time to experience traditions like kissing your loved one at midnight or creating New Year's resolutions or eating food that symbolizes good fortune.
- The Spanish ritual on New Year's eve is to eat twelve grapes at midnight. The tradition is meant to secure twelve happy months in the coming year.
- The Dutch burn bonfires of Christmas trees on the street and launch fireworks. The fires are meant to purge the old and welcome the new