Edinburgh is definitely the UK's place to be to greet the new decade! One of the world’s biggest New Year’s Eve parties will take to the streets again despite the chill weather. Up to a hundred thousand revellers take part every year in the Edinburgh Hogmanay street party, enjoying the dancing, street theatre and ceilidhs. There are also world class music concerts with previous line ups including Oasis and Blondie, as well as spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks over Edinburgh Castle and Carlton Hill. Hogmanay 2009 will reach its climax with the traditional rendition of Auld Lang Syne as Big Ben finishes striking midnight.

With accommodation over the New Year at such a premium in Edinburgh why not stay at a Hogmanay holiday home? Those staying in the city can make the most of the four day Hogmanay party, taking in the Torchlit Procession and Fire Festival. It will also be easier to visit a few of the cultural sites in the area such as Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh Castle and the medieval old town.