Top Destinations: Party Holiday

Las Vegas

Made famous by the MTV and celebrity crowd, Las Vegas nightclubs draw more singles and party holidays than any other city in the United States. There are always special events taking place from televised awards ceremonies, to music concerts, to celebrity birthday parties. This endless array of party entertainment is perfect for singles looking for a holiday or vacation filled with fun, excitement, dancing and cocktails. Pool parties soothe all night partiers the day after. Singles life wouldn’t be the same without making at least one party holiday to Las Vegas where crazy nights and lazy days await!

Amsterdam

Few European destinations can party like Amsterdam and once the sun goes down the city really comes to life. From sweaty clubs where hundreds flock to enjoy the latest tunes from Europe's top DJs, to swanky bars where the rich and beautiful come out to play, Amsterdam has it all. For rave-hungry travellers enjoying a party holiday in Amsterdam Leidseplein is the place to head, a lively square boasting restaurants, bars, cafes and coffeeshops.

Rembrandtplein, another major square in the city, is also worth a visit for those on Amsterdam party holidays thanks to its wide selection of nightclubs and gay venues. Amsterdam parties virtually every night of the week, although clubbers can take a much-needed rest on Mondays and Tuesdays nights when the vibe slows. When it comes to party holidays Amsterdam is undeniably the place to be.

Greece

Greece is the ultimate party holiday destination with a nightlife so vibrant and crazy, it gets tough to keep up. Tourists from all over Europe and the world visit Greece just to experience the nightlife. The islands of Greece are especially popular for their nightclubs and bars that abound in every street and beach corner. Of all the islands Mykonos has the most colorful nightlife with a range of stylish cafe bars, restaurants, and state of the art bars and discos. As the sun sets, the town's mazes of tiny streets are buzzing till late into the morning. The islands of Ios, Crete, Corfu, Paros, Kos and Rhodes are popular nightlife destinations as well, providing excellent party holidays in Greece. The peak season witnesses packed houses at most clubs and bars. Mykonos is popular for hosting 24 hour parties for mixed and straight crowds. Clubbing, bar and pub hopping and beach parties are the main nightlife activities for a party holiday in Greece. Irish pubs, jazz and slammer pubs, Greek bars, the choice of entertainment is unending! Greece scores 9 on 10 as a partying holiday destination.

Beirut

Partying in Beirut is almost a national pastime, so if you’re looking for a party holiday with packed nightlife, Beirut is a great place to come.  Beirutis love to dress up and party hard - so, as you'd expect, there are a multitude of clubs and bars that stay open until sunrise, filled with trendy partygoers.  Party lovers on holiday in Beirut will find most of the clubs and nightspots concentrated in the Rue Monot neighbourhood in Ashrafiyeh, although the Gemmayzeh and Downtown areas of Beirut are also popular - particularly if you're looking for a slightly more chilled atmosphere.

Beirut's hectic nightlife and party atmosphere is one of the main reasons that the city was named as one of the top ten liveliest cities in the world by the Lonely Planet in 2009, and the number one Place to Visit by The New York Times.  So, if you want to experience the best on a party holiday in Beirut, prepare to party hard, make sure you dress to impress and check local listings for the best bars and clubs.

Ibiza

Lots of singles – male and female – holiday in Ibiza and it single scene for girls couldn’t be more exhilarating. It’s all about the body beautiful on this island and groups of girls like nothing better than to flaunt their skimpy and outlandish clothes in the clubs of San Antonio. Disco boast and buses, foam and beach parties, you name it; party girls in Ibiza have got everything to choose from, as well as gorgeous men who really know how to dress, dance and have a wild time! It is best to stay in twos or groups though, as the night can be pretty hectic and it is safer not to walk about alone.

Majorca

Whether you want an action packed holiday or a relaxing romantic break Mallorca is a great island for singles and couples alike. Magaluf in Mallorca is the party centre of the island. Magaluf has hundreds of bars, restaurants and a few great clubs. BCM Magaluf attracts top DJs to the island in the summer period and the prices in the area are very reasonable.
Hotels such as Sol Magaluf Park are popular with couples and singles as there are lots of activities near by such as water parks, shops and the sandy beach is just 150m away. Alcudia has a lot going on during the day with plenty of water sports on the beach, lots of shops and if you want to hire a car you can drive off into the Tramontana Mountains to explore the quieter parts of the island or drive round the coast to find the secluded beaches and coves. Palma is the cosmopolitan capital of Mallorca and has some great shops and restaurants as well some great beaches around the bay of Palma.
 

Miami

Miami has everything you need for a great party holiday - fabulous beaches, laid-back lifestyle, a nightclub scene where Miami parties until the early hours, and of course, the hundreds of beautiful people who throng the streets and shores looking for a fun holiday.  It all makes Miami the perfect spot for a party holiday where you're sure to meet singles of any sexual preference and age.

As well as the usual nightspots and bars where you can party, Miami offers a huge range of other things to do if you're looking for a great way to party on a singles holiday.  Whether you fancy practicing your Spanish, learning to salsa, or even having a hot Latino romance, Miami gives singles the opportunity to party and experience it all on holiday.

New York

New York is second in the country to Hollywood in the amount of famous celebrities that walk its streets making a party holiday here very popular. With an abundance of music studios and theatres on and off Broadway, there is a large young and single population in New York – perfect for a party holiday and singles life in New York. The entire downtown area of Manhattan if overflowing with pubs, bars, nightclubs, pool halls, and lounges where singles and party-goers frequent every night of the week. Look for happy hour specials where food and drinks are their lowest priced of the evening. Special singles life events like open mic, karaoke, and poetry and literary readings allow many singles to meet and converse outside of loud venues like bars and clubs that are more common on a party holiday.

Budapest

Holidays for singles, or "the lone ranger" as they have been dubbed by travel operators, are increasing and city breaks are the best choice of destination. Singles couldn't do much better than a trip to Budapest, the city of spas where they can explore, relax and party to their hearts desire. As a party holiday Budapest has a host of bars and clubs where singles can listen to live music or party the night away into the early hours of morning. Hotels, apartments and guestrooms charge a single person supplement, whereas youth hostels are fixed price per room and a great way for people travelling alone to meet others. The streets are generally safe though pickpockets and street scammers are on the rise.

Florida

Singles looking for real nightlife, dance clubs, bars, wine bars, and entertainment in Florida can be found in abundance. Key West is certainly a place to get your party on, and Duval is the most famous place to do it. All the infamous hot spots are right here: Sloppy Joe's, Margaritaville Cafe, Hog's Breath, Bull & Whistle, even the Hard Rock Cafe. If you enjoy drinking, music, and lots of friendly people, you won't want to miss out. Down Under Jazz Club is a hot dance and meeting spot with live jazz every night downtown at the Quay, with daily specials on the site.

The chic spot on Osprey by Morton's Market has been named one of the top 20 new restaurants by Florida Trend, but among singles, it's known for wine, nibbles, and hooking up with the opposite. When you're ready for a chic evening, you can stop into this hot spot on Osprey to meet chic singles attending wine tastings, sitting in the comfy 'living room', and pick up a bottle of cabernet for your next intimate evening.  All day happy hour starts at noon for lunch dates, and check out menus right on the site. The tasting Room is the bistro where you'll find the movers and shakers moving in on the opposite sex; it's on Osprey, and together with Fred's and JD Ford, forms the hot wire of wine, women, and wasabi in this town.

Goa

Goa is an ultimate party destination and like many party places there is an immense variety of themed nights on offer, thus including singles party nights. Even if the nights are not themed as a singles night as such, Goa offers many singles partying as part of its nightlife hence it could be a good place to meet other singles. Parties in Goa are flamboyant, especially in the north and places such as Calangute, Candolim and Baga. Goa is known for its music crazy people and late night parties. Goa nightlife is an exuberance of fun, freedom and liberal enjoyment so if you are single, looking to meet like-minded free spirited people then the nightlife will bring much enjoyment to you.

Bangkok

Bangkok is a vibrant, enigmatic city full of night life. Indeed many residents do not see the day as the night is where all the action happens and all the characters come out to play. With a huge number of bars, clubs, shows, entertainments plazas, and late night hotel parties, you are spoilt for choice. Singles party nightlife in

Bangkok is unique in that whatever sexual orientation you are there will always be an area or areas designed specifically for you. Among the lush night clubs and hotel parties full with budding actors, musicians and stylish people, there is a much seedier night life going on.

Many areas in Sukhimvit and Silom are packed with neon lit bars full with bar girls, ladyboys, strippers and prostitutes. Many of these bars are regulated and the girls are tested for STD’s but many are not so be careful. STD’s are rife in Bangkok and there has always been a problem with a huge number of sex tourists visiting the country. If you do delve into the singles party nightlife in Bangkok be aware, be clever and always protect yourself.

Single Scene for girls in Bangkok 6/10
Bangkok has earned a reputation as a sex tourist destination for men, but this is just one side because the city offers a wide range of places to go for single women. It is true to say most areas in Bangkok are geared towards men and there are quite a few of these places. With a huge backpacking scene happening in Khao San Road and the country welcoming more and more female visitor’s things are slightly changing. There are many clubs and bars not designed just for men to pick up Thai women and there are even a number of lesbian bars popping up around town. The Thai men enjoy the ‘farang’ (name given to white tourists) women as they are not used to white skin and the western look but be careful as there have been many reports of Thai men taking advantage of westerners when drunk and alone. Just like all big cities, be aware and look after yourself.

Single Scene for guys in Bangkok 10/10
The single scene for guys in Bangkok is in abundance and somewhat overwhelming. There are areas such as Nana, Soi Cowboy and Pat Pong where the streets are littered with neon lit strip clubs and go-go bars. The women here are somewhat sexually assertive and often shout across the street at a half decent looking man to get him there bar. With a huge variety of female entertainment on offer, a single guy in Bangkok will not be single for very long. There are huge ‘massage’ parlours which offer 100’s of women to choose from, go-go bars with ‘ping-pong’ and other sorts of entertainment, karaoke bars with hostesses, 100’s of strip clubs and many bars just have women working independently. On the other hand, it is not all prostitution and there are 1000’s of women who enjoy going to nightclubs and bars to meet guys who are not just interested in sex and money. Bangkok has a reputation for sex tourism but remember everyone is different and there are plenty of respectable women in Bangkok that all tourists should be aware of.
 

London

Recent years have seen the growth of holidays specially aimed at singles people and, if you are prepared to look around, you will find opportunities in London for singles holidays. There are a number of specialist singles' travel agencies, such as Solitair and Travel One, who cater exclusively for single people. One advantage of booking your singles holiday in London through a specialist agency is that all of the hard work is done for you in that you do not have to worry about such things as meeting other people, or the extra costs of single supplements.

However, it has to be said that there are relatively few singles' holiday packages available if you do want to visit London. Of course, London is a great venue for single people and people who love to party. It is a city full of single people and you will not be short of things to do, if you are prepared to take the initiative. There are literally hundreds of activities, clubs, events and parties. A good place to start is the Single London website that brings together hundreds of different facilities for single people into one site. You will be amazed at what London has to offer the single person!

Crete

Crete is better known for its spectacular scenery, beautiful beaches and clear blue seas, but in some resorts there is a vibrant nightlife ideal for singles and couples to go clubbing and party. Malia in particular is lively and where most young people spend their holidays. The nightlife in Crete is vibrant with bars staying open til 2am and nightclubs open til 5 or 6am. In the height of summer some clubs in Crete don't close until 8am making partying in Crete an all night affair. Other than petty theft there is little crime on the island so if you are travelling alone holidaying in Crete will feel perfectly safe for walking around during the day and at night and with so many other single people on the island you don't have to be alone for long.

Turkey

Turkey was never known as a partying destination in previous years, but now it has become one of the most interesting destinations for a partying holiday. Istanbul is the nightlife capital of Turkey. Istanbul is an international, cosmopolitan city with a very happening nightlife. For a party holiday in Turkey, Istanbul is the place to be in. The options for dancing, drinking and enjoying live entertainment are plentiful in this ancient metropolis, often leaving tourists spoilt for choice! From traditional nightlife experiences to the more modern and hip nightclubs, Istanbul has it all. On your party holiday in Turkey make sure you spend an evening or two at the traditional Turkish ‘Meyhanas’ and ‘Birahenes’ which are essentially local drinking holes. For a more cultural experience on your party holiday in Turkey, head to one of the Eastern Clubs where you will get to see belly dancers and their troupes performing traditional dances. Istanbul is home to a number of classic rock bars, discos, cover band bars and even rave, grunge, alternative and techno clubs. Most drinking and dancing clubs in Istanbul are open till the wee hours of the morning and guarantee you a fun filled party holiday in Turkey. Izmir, Kusadasi and Ankara are other Turkish cities where the nightlife is quite interesting. Turkey scores 7 on 10 as a party holiday destination.

Cyprus

Cyprus is the perfect destination for singles and party holidays, particularly the popular resorts like Ayia Napa, Limassol and Paphos where mostly young people spend their holidays. The nightlife here is vibrant with bars staying open til 2am and nightclubs open til 5 or 6am. In the height of summer some clubs in Cyprus don't close until 8am making partying in Cyprus an all night affair. Other than petty theft there is little crime on the island so singles holidaying in Cyprus will feel perfectly safe walking around during the day and at night and with so many other single people on the island you don't have to be alone for long.

Corfu

It may not be as famous as some Grecian destinations but Corfu certainly doesn’t disappoint when it comes to a night out. Sidari is one of the best places to go; it is an energetic town with a great party atmosphere. You will find a good number of clubs and bars stretched out in the town and along the sea front. With friendly locals and drinks that are well-priced for a European destination, you can be sure that a night on the town will be one to remember. Kavos is also a huge party destination in Corfu – you’ll find an Ibiza-esque feel to this lively and wild resort. Corfu Town is also a good place to go for a night out, although the older areas do not have clubs or bars. Look for cosy little bars down discreet alleyways and find some hidden gems amongst the narrow streets. Corfu can certainly cater for a fun night out and has a great selection of venues to choose from.

Spain

A stunning beach resort is an ideal destinations for singles on holiday, so Spain is first choice for many unattached holiday travellers looking for partying, sun and relaxation. A good idea is to book onto an all inclusive package deal, where you will be based at one hotel, with easy access to pools, beach and spa or sports amenities. This will ensure a hassle-free break, and will guarantee food and entertainment is laid on.

Singles on holiday in a luxury hotel complex have the option to book onto the many excursions and activities organised by the hotel’s staff, and in doing so, meet fellow guests, and be sure of a truly sociable trip. Spain is known for its many nightclubs and restaurants, so you will be sure to find yourself in the midst of a very lively, social scene.
 

Croatia

Although not as infamous as the beach parties in and around Spain, Croatio too boasts some of the best beach parties in the Mediterranean. Croatia is not far from becoming a top destination for a cosmopolitan mix of "clubbers" and holidaymakers. There a many good party holiday locations in Croatia. Zrce beach, in Novalja on the island of Pag for example, is a popular summer resort, which hosts a beach with Ibiza sense. Another popular party holiday location is Porec, which also features more young people and more nightlife in terms of parties.

Berlin

Berlin is the German capital of singles and offers a wide range of fun bars and single parties where you can get to know exciting people. Look out for parties called „Fisch sucht Fahrrad“ (fish seeks bicyle) which is a famous single party.

Cannes

At 7 pm, Cannes comes alive! Nightlife in Cannes begins on a terrace, in a chic relaxed atmosphere in sumptuous bars of the luxury hotels Martinez, Majestic, Carlton, Palais Stephanie... In Cannes, there is no dearth of young, trendy or glamorous spots! There are nearly a hundred... 10 pm: the first night owls stroll about, hesitate and finally choose their destinations for a memorable night in Cannes. Everyone can find what they want, the musical program varies: Nuits Musicales du Suquet (classical music), Jazz à Domergue. And contemporary music, in particular from those of Pantiero (electro-live) to the nightclubs of Cannes, oscillates between House, Hip-Hop and R’n’B. Each DJ has a unique recipe to be as distinctive as possible... Nightlife in Cannes also includes casinos. For those in search of excitement, blackjack, slot machines and roulette, from Pointe Croisette to the Festival Hall, Cannes offers a good choice of venues with the Palm Beach, Casino Croisette, Casino Les Princes. At 6 am before going to bed, just don’t forget to admire the sunrise over the Bay...

Montreal

Montreal, considered the Paris of North America is a fantastic city for planning a night out. From all-night club hopping to pub crawls, live music venues, lounges, comedy clubs and gay and lesbian clubs Montreal has something for everyone. Weekends are busiest but the nightlife is still vibrant and often cheaper during the weekdays. Montreal also enjoys an avid theatre and cinema crowd. For restaurants, bars, and cafés head to the downtown commercial district, from rue Stanley to rue Guy between rue Ste-Catherine and boulevard de Maisonneuve.

If you’re single and looking for crowded dance floors and thumping music you won’t need to look hard or go far. Best places to go are the concentrated areas of Plateau Mont-Royal “The Main” and Old Montreal. Clubs and bars don't close until 3 am and most don't charge cover. For something a little different head to Casino de Montreal for some late night gambling. Gays and lesbians can head to Montreal's Gay Village.