Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style

They say how you spend your New Year’s Eve indicates how you will spend the rest of the year - so why not celebrate in a different country and get 2012 off to a flying start. 

bmi, British Midland International, has selected its top things to do and see this New Year:

London

Each year London plays host to one of the biggest fireworks displays in the world.  More than 250,000 people watch from the banks of the River Thames as the London Mayor’s midnight fireworks display takes place. 

Throughout the capital, pubs, clubs and restaurants host various events as people gather to celebrate the New Year. 

London's New Year's Day Parade 2012, is the first official event in a year of celebrations to mark Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee.  More than 10,000 performers representing 20 countries world-wide will assemble for the 2012 Parade.

Remember to leave space in your suitcase as London’s Oxford Street is the place to hit the sales that start in the UK from 26 December 2011.  The Westfield London is also worth a visit – it is Europe’s largest shopping centre and bmi passengers have the added benefit of receiving a VIP shopping pass.  The offer is valid on all bookings made with bmi into London Heathrow until 31 August 2012, and entitles you to various discounts in shops and restaurants in the shopping centre, which has 275 luxury, premium and high street retailers, and nearly 50 places to eat. For more information on the offer just visit the bmi website – www.flybmi.com

bmi, British Midland International, offers direct flights from Bishkek to London Heathrow.  Fares are available from €564 return including taxes.  To book visit www.flybmi.com

Dublin

The Irish know how to celebrate the New Year in style with their famous ‘craic’ and hospitality.  There are a number of public firework displays and parties in Dublin for everyone to enjoy. 

The not to miss event in Dublin takes place at Christchurch Cathedral in the city, where you can bring in the New Year in style in a unique setting with the Dublin Gospel Choir. 

Alternatively, other venues such as the Guinness Storehouse host their own entertainment with live bands and DJs entertaining guests throughout the night. 

If you’re looking to do something really different, why not visit Leopardstown racecourse for its festive schedule of horse racing.  Or visit Ireland’s newest and biggest free-to-enter Winter Wonderland, taking place from 8 December 2011 to 8 January 2012 at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Dublin. The Winter Wonderland has Ireland's largest covered ice rink, a Christmas circus, rides and fairground attractions, Christmas markets, heated cafés and bars.

bmi, British Midland International, flies between Bishkek and Dublin with a connection at London Heathrow.  Fares are available from €585 return including taxes.  To book visit www.flybmi.com

For more information visit flybmi.com

Contacts:

Elira Turdubaeva

Action Global Communications

Mobile phone: 0700 093097

Email: elira.t@actionprgroup.com