Don\u2019t picture an idyllic sail on a calm river. In Canada, there is a tradition of ice fishing on New Year\u2019s Day. If you are lucky, the fish is then shared with the whole family in a hut with a fireplace.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Serving round pieces of fruit: a New Year\u2019s Eve tradition in the Philippines<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The spherical shape in the Philippines is key to ending a year. This shape attracts prosperity and good luck for the coming year as it resembles a coin. For this reason, round pieces of fruit are served on New Year\u2019s Eve and people must wear polka-dotted clothing.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Walking around with a suitcase: a New Year\u2019s Eve tradition in Mexico and Colombia <\/strong><\/h2>\n

Fancy a trip? In Mexico and Colombia, as the clock strikes midnight on 31st December, people walk around the neighbourhood with empty suitcases. This portends a year full of adventure and travel.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Melting lead: a New Year\u2019s tradition in Finland and Germany<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In some countries there is a tradition of melting lead on a spoon. This molten lead is then poured into water and the resulting shape reveals your fate for the year ahead. A ring promises a wedding; a boat \u2013 travel; and a pig \u2013 food.<\/p>\n

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Toasting with bubbles: a universal New Year\u2019s Eve ritual<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Despite the different traditions, there is one custom shared amongst almost all of us. People not only understand one another through translation but also through bubbles. With champagne, cava, or the incredible regional sparkling wines produced nowadays, a festive atmosphere is guaranteed. And there\u2019s no doubt that the best way to welcome the new year is with a ding<\/em>, which portends joy and good luck.<\/p>\n

Sparkling wines are part of any celebration and the process of making them is an exciting world. Do you plan to export your wine this year? We congratulate you and invite you to read our blog post on translation in the wine sector<\/a> and the benefits it brings.<\/p>\n

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Another universal New Year\u2019s Eve ritual: fireworks<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Another common New Year\u2019s Eve tradition is fireworks. The light and shape shows enchant all spectators and we cannot imagine a New Year\u2019s Eve without them. Nonetheless, extreme caution should be taken, as they can harm both animals and humans. That\u2019s the last thing we want during a celebration. Fortunately for the latter, some ingenious minds have developed pet-friendly pyrotechnics<\/em>.<\/p>\n

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New Year\u2019s Eve tradition in Spain: eating twelve grapes<\/strong><\/h2>\n

We are all familiar with this simple tradition. Midnight, 12 chimes, one grape per chime. And yet, things can get really tricky! The grapes can be too large, there might be seeds, the clock may chime too fast. Some even break with tradition and choose Smarties instead. But one thing is clear: the chimes, the Puerta del Sol in Madrid and the grapes are a must when celebrating the New Year.<\/p>\n

This tradition is also followed in other countries such as Mexico. And did you know that other countries have a tradition of eating 12 raisins? For instance, Portugal. It’s a safer bet for sure… but less tasty!<\/p>\n

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We\u2019re in Barcelona<\/a> so we\u2019ll be celebrating the chimes at the Montju\u00efc Magic Fountain with bubbles and grapes. And where will you celebrate the last night and the beginning of the new year? The most important thing is to do it in good company and attract good luck!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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