Deciding how and where to spend New Year's eve is something that's playing on nearly everyone's mind. One has to take into account factors like convenience, the expenses involved and the company they're going to be in. Many Bengalureans have already made reservations at the place that they want to party, resulting in a boost to businesses.
However, there are also those who would rather celebrate the evening at home with close friends. It gives them a sense of comfort and a much cheaper option to enjoy the evening.
Ganesh Gowda, an ITprofessional, is one of those who wants to spend time at home. He explains, "I've seen what it is like at hotels and restaurants on New Year's eve and it is not always a pretty sight. The premises are overpacked and there are plenty more who try to squeeze in —I have felt very suffocated on such occasions. That's why I've decided to celebrate the evening at home with my close friends. There's going to be food, music and maybe a few games as well."
One of the reasons he prefers this option is to save money. "Bookings for hotels and restaurants started a couple of weeks ago. Though the booking charge can be compensated with food and drinks once you enter, it is expensive. And thanks to the present political problem, money transaction has been a problem. I haven't received my salary for the coming month either. So partying at home is definitely a better option," he adds.
It is not just professionals who are opting for a house party, but also college students. Namita Magaji, a BBA student, is excited to go to her friend's house to welcome the New Year. She says, "A friend of mine is throwing a party this year. I remember going to a pub for the party last year and it was a disaster. There were many who couldn't handle the alcohol and also, you end up dancing with people you don't even know. This year, I have decided to have an equal amount of fun but at home."
Namita and her friends have decided to order food, get their party requirements in place and just relax. She says, "Thanks to New Year falling on a Sunday this year, we can party all night and relax the next day. It is a good way to start the year."
While some are hanging out with their friends, there are also a few who are celebrating with their family members. Ritu Verma, a student, is looking forward to celebrating the evening with her extended family at her grandparents' home. She explains, "It was my father's idea to celebrate New Year in this manner. It was difficult to convince everyone to come as they had already made plans but my father is definitely good at convincing people. Ihaven't seen my family in a while and I think it'll be a great night ahead."
With games like 'housie' and 'spin the bottle', the close group of family and friends is getting ready to welcome 2017. "This year has not been a great one, especially with the passing away of many legends.I am hoping that the coming year will be just the opposite and spending the first few moments with my family will be like a hopeful start," says Ritu.
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Deciding how and where to spend New Year’s eve is something that’s playing on nearly everyone’s mind. One has to take into account factors like convenience, the expenses involved and the company they’re going to be in. Many Bengalureans have already made reservations at the place that they want to party, resulting in a boost to businesses.
However, there are also those who would rather celebrate the evening at home with close friends. It gives them a sense of comfort and a much cheaper option to enjoy the evening.
Ganesh Gowda, an IT professional, is one of those who wants to spend time at home. He explains, "I’ve seen what it is like at hotels and restaurants on New Year’s eve and it is not always a pretty sight. The premises are overpacked and there are plenty more who try to squeeze in — I have felt very suffocated on such occasions. That’s why I’ve decided to celebrate the evening at home with my close friends. There’s going to be food, music and maybe a few games as well.”
One of the reasons he prefers this option is to save money. "Bookings for hotels and restaurants started a couple of weeks ago. Though the booking charge can be compensated with food and drinks once you enter, it is expensive. And thanks to the present political problem, money transaction has been a problem. I haven’t received my salary for the coming month either. So partying at home is definitely a better option,” he adds.
It is not just professionals who are opting for a house party, but also college students. Namita Magaji, a BBA student, is excited to go to her friend’s house to welcome the New Year. She says, "A friend of mine is throwing a party this year. I remember going to a pub for the party last year and it was a disaster. There were many who couldn’t handle the alcohol and also, you end up dancing with people you don’t even know. This year, I have decided to have an equal amount of fun but at home.”
Namita and her friends have decided to order food, get their party requirements in place and just relax. She says, "Thanks to New Year falling on a Sunday this year, we can party all night and relax the next day. It is a good way to start the year.”
While some are hanging out with their friends, there are also a few who are celebrating with their family members. Ritu Verma, a student, is looking forward to celebrating the evening with her extended family at her grandparents’ home. She explains, "It was my father’s idea to celebrate New Year in this manner. It was difficult to convince everyone to come as they had already made plans but my father is definitely good at convincing people. I haven’t seen my family in a while and I think it’ll be a great night ahead.”
With games like 'housie’ and 'spin the bottle’, the close group of family and friends is getting ready to welcome 2017. "This year has not been a great one, especially with the passing away of many legends. I am hoping that the coming year will be just the opposite and spending the first few moments with my family will be like a hopeful start,” says Ritu.
However, there are also those who would rather celebrate the evening at home with close friends. It gives them a sense of comfort and a much cheaper option to enjoy the evening.
Ganesh Gowda, an ITprofessional, is one of those who wants to spend time at home. He explains, "I've seen what it is like at hotels and restaurants on New Year's eve and it is not always a pretty sight. The premises are overpacked and there are plenty more who try to squeeze in —I have felt very suffocated on such occasions. That's why I've decided to celebrate the evening at home with my close friends. There's going to be food, music and maybe a few games as well."
One of the reasons he prefers this option is to save money. "Bookings for hotels and restaurants started a couple of weeks ago. Though the booking charge can be compensated with food and drinks once you enter, it is expensive. And thanks to the present political problem, money transaction has been a problem. I haven't received my salary for the coming month either. So partying at home is definitely a better option," he adds.
It is not just professionals who are opting for a house party, but also college students. Namita Magaji, a BBA student, is excited to go to her friend's house to welcome the New Year. She says, "A friend of mine is throwing a party this year. I remember going to a pub for the party last year and it was a disaster. There were many who couldn't handle the alcohol and also, you end up dancing with people you don't even know. This year, I have decided to have an equal amount of fun but at home."
Namita and her friends have decided to order food, get their party requirements in place and just relax. She says, "Thanks to New Year falling on a Sunday this year, we can party all night and relax the next day. It is a good way to start the year."
While some are hanging out with their friends, there are also a few who are celebrating with their family members. Ritu Verma, a student, is looking forward to celebrating the evening with her extended family at her grandparents' home. She explains, "It was my father's idea to celebrate New Year in this manner. It was difficult to convince everyone to come as they had already made plans but my father is definitely good at convincing people. Ihaven't seen my family in a while and I think it'll be a great night ahead."
With games like 'housie' and 'spin the bottle', the close group of family and friends is getting ready to welcome 2017. "This year has not been a great one, especially with the passing away of many legends.I am hoping that the coming year will be just the opposite and spending the first few moments with my family will be like a hopeful start," says Ritu.
Deciding how and where to spend New Year’s eve is something that’s playing on nearly everyone’s mind. One has to take into account factors like convenience, the expenses involved and the company they’re going to be in. Many Bengalureans have already made reservations at the place that they want to party, resulting in a boost to businesses. However, there are also those who would rather celebrate the evening at home with close friends. It gives them a sense of comfort and a much cheaper option to enjoy the evening.
Ganesh Gowda, an IT professional, is one of those who wants to spend time at home. He explains, "I’ve seen what it is like at hotels and restaurants on New Year’s eve and it is not always a pretty sight. The premises are overpacked and there are plenty more who try to squeeze in — I have felt very suffocated on such occasions. That’s why I’ve decided to celebrate the evening at home with my close friends. There’s going to be food, music and maybe a few games as well.”
One of the reasons he prefers this option is to save money. "Bookings for hotels and restaurants started a couple of weeks ago. Though the booking charge can be compensated with food and drinks once you enter, it is expensive. And thanks to the present political problem, money transaction has been a problem. I haven’t received my salary for the coming month either. So partying at home is definitely a better option,” he adds.
It is not just professionals who are opting for a house party, but also college students. Namita Magaji, a BBA student, is excited to go to her friend’s house to welcome the New Year. She says, "A friend of mine is throwing a party this year. I remember going to a pub for the party last year and it was a disaster. There were many who couldn’t handle the alcohol and also, you end up dancing with people you don’t even know. This year, I have decided to have an equal amount of fun but at home.”
Namita and her friends have decided to order food, get their party requirements in place and just relax. She says, "Thanks to New Year falling on a Sunday this year, we can party all night and relax the next day. It is a good way to start the year.”
While some are hanging out with their friends, there are also a few who are celebrating with their family members. Ritu Verma, a student, is looking forward to celebrating the evening with her extended family at her grandparents’ home. She explains, "It was my father’s idea to celebrate New Year in this manner. It was difficult to convince everyone to come as they had already made plans but my father is definitely good at convincing people. I haven’t seen my family in a while and I think it’ll be a great night ahead.”
With games like 'housie’ and 'spin the bottle’, the close group of family and friends is getting ready to welcome 2017. "This year has not been a great one, especially with the passing away of many legends. I am hoping that the coming year will be just the opposite and spending the first few moments with my family will be like a hopeful start,” says Ritu.