Discover how the world celebrates new beginnings. From fireworks in Brazil to first-footing in Scotland, and from red underwear in Italy to lunar rituals in China, New Year’s Around the World takes you on a cultural journey through more than 25 countries and their unique ways of saying goodbye to the old year—and welcoming the new. This richly researched and engaging book explores: Traditional foods and symbolic ingredients - Superstitions about love, money, and luck - Midnight rituals, music, and fireworks - Double celebrations in countries with both Gregorian and lunar calendars - Reflections, resolutions, and the meaning of renewal across cultures Whether you're a travel lover, culture enthusiast, educator, or simply curious about how others mark this global occasion, this book offers fascinating insight into one of humanity’s most universal—and joyful—traditions. Perfect for readers interested in: global traditions, cultural holidays, New Year’s superstitions, world festivals, or cross-cultural learning. Celebrate the New Year again and again—one country at a time.