Sure, New York City is famous for the ball drop at midnight on New Year’s Eve, but there are plenty of other terrific destinations you can ring in 2023, from festive big cities to more relaxing, intimate spots.

Christmas markets are places to immerse in the sights, sounds, and delectable smells of the holiday season. Here’s a sample of where you can go in the United States and Europe.

Rio de Janeiro, translated “River of January,” is Brazil’s second-largest city and economy. Located on the Southeastern Atlantic coast of the country, the city was the capital of the Portuguese crown. It remained the bustling capital of Brazil for over two centuries after its independence in 1822.