10. New Year's Eve Celebration

The Buzz -- Quite a different experience from Times Square's celebration, Honolulu's version takes place at temperate Honolulu Harbor, near the 1926 tower that has welcomed cruise ship passengers for many years. Folks congregate in the area, dining in local restaurants, checking out fun shops, and being regaled by live entertainment. In the midst of all that bustle, the temporal transition is marked by a stunning fireworks display over the harbor. Great for families and kids eager to abandon their regular bedtimes.