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4. Aspen

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9. Dallas

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10. Niagara Falls

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11. Lake Champlain

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12. Lake Tahoe

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21. Sun Valley, ID

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22. Portland, OR

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23. San Diego

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24. Seattle

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25. Bar Harbor

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Some people are happy to spend New Year's Eve at home, but for most, the holiday comes with a high set of expectations that can only satisfied by planning a trip away from home. There are countless wonderful ways to ring in the new year without leaving the United States. depending on your budget, you can spend the last hours of the year skiing at a resort town, partying on a beautiful beach, or relaxing in a remote cabin with your loved ones. No matter what your perfect New Year's Eve looks like, you're sure to find it at one of these incredible places.

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