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Top 11: Hottest party destinations in the world
By Shreya Shah
October 17, 2014

Looking for a place where you can party all night?

Here's a global list of destinations that is sure to interest the party lover in you.

They say, all work and no play makes for a dull life.

Any holiday is incomplete without a party where you can dance to your heart's content.

We bring you some of the best world party destinations to liven up your nights as much as your days.

Not to mention, good food and great ambience.

Read on and tell us how many of these have you been to!

1. Las Vegas, USA

 

Hakkasan is synonymous to good food, live music and great entertainment.

Photograph: Hakkassanlv.com


Thanks to numerous movies and famed quotes like 'what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas,' this city has achieved cult status when it comes to parties and nightlife. And with good reason.

People visit Vegas to party like they've never partied before -- and Vegas delivers.

Sin City is open all night long with circus shows, casinos, spectacular acrobatic performances and yes, some of the most legendary parties.

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2. Berlin, Germany

 

HAU in Berlin is known to host some of the best live concerts, theatricals and dance events in the city.

Photograph: Hebbel am Ufer's photos/Facebook


Besides serving great beer, Berlin is also home to one of the best music scenes in the world.

It's normal to find people partying at all hours -- and you know why?

It's because nightclubs here aren't legally required to close on weekends -- so they don't.

Parties begin here on Saturday nights and last well into Monday mornings.

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3. Miami, USA

If you want to experience the nightlife in Miami, LIV is one of the places you ought to be at.

Photograph: LIV Miami/Facebook


Chances are, the first thing you think of when you say 'party' is Miami.

Pristine white beaches, an enviable DJ roster, sparkling blue waters, free flowing champagne and general craziness all packed into one hot destination, Miami.

Most of the best clubs are located in the South Beach or SoBo area.

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4. Bangkok, Thailand

 

Experience a stunning view of the city and the sky at Skybar in Bangkok.

Photograph: Sky Bar Bangkok/Facebook


Bangkok can probably be summed up in one word -- electrifying.

From rooftop parties to chilled-out lounges, world famous clubs to an equally known underground scene, and of course all the shopping, you'd need a holiday to recover from this holiday.

Phuket and Koh Samui are also known for their beach parties, as well as the extremely famous Full Moon Party at Koh Phangan.

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5. Ibiza, Spain

 

The Privilege Bar in Ibiza, Spain stays true to its promise -- it's more than just a dance floor. 

Photograph: PrivilegeIbiza/Facebook


Ibiza and Barcelona are synonymous with a wild time.

If there has ever been a city where you're encouraged to just go with the flow, it's this beach paradise.

VIP bookings, exclusive clubs and fabulous people make for the holiday experience here.

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6. Moscow, Russia

 

At Crazy Daisy, the party is on, till the last guest leaves. What more can you ask for?

Photograph: crazydaisybar/Facebook


True hedonists, step up.

Beautiful people, carefree attitudes and a heady concoction of the old blending with the new, Moscow has a wide variety of restaurants, bars and clubs for you to choose from.

It is a city that's slightly on the expensive side and you'd need to know a few people if you really want to dig deep into the party scene.

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7. Rio De Janerio, Brazil

 

Beach party on your mind? Head straight to Copacabana. 

Photograph: Porto Bay Hotels & Resorts/Wikimedia Commons


Sun-drenched madness soars to greater heights in Rio -- it takes the craziest parts of every other party city in the world and raises the standard.

You can indulge in every extravagance here.

Plan your trip around the famous carnival or the New Year celebrations; they will give you a glimpse into why Rio is dubbed the party capital of the world.

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8. New York, USA

 

At Avenue, NY, you if are lucky, you could be 'dancing with the stars'. Want to try your luck?

Photograph: AvenueNY/Facebook


There are parties and then there are experiences.

In NYC,the party truly never ends.

Even when the bars shut, you're guaranteed to find an after-party maybe in a warehouse, maybe in a secret-password protected club -- it could be anywhere.

You just have to trust your instincts when in New York.

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9. Istanbul, Turkey

 

Foot tapping music, amazing crowd and a stunning view by the blue waters. Still need an excuse to head to Istanbul?

Photograph: AngeliqueClub/Facebook


Nightlife in Istanbul is dramatic.

It's got music pumping all day if you want it, people packed into clubs at all hours and fantastic views of the Bosporus from almost every angle.

Modern and classic styles blend elegantly to give a visitor an experience that's unforgettable.

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10. Mykonos, Greece

 

If you like to party in the midst of nature, Cava Paradiso is your go-to destination.

Photograph: cavoparadiso.gr


The picturesque beaches provide the perfect backdrop for raging parties.

Some clubs are actually open 24 hours a day, where the party starts on the sands and simply shifts venues towards the evening.

Mykonos is an island paradise that's frequently been rated amongst the best in the world.

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11. London, UK

 

Ministry of Sound in London needs no introduction to clubbers. There's always space for everyone.

Photograph: Ministryofsoundclub/Facebook


Turns out that the 'proper' city knows a thing or two about partying.

Packed with young, dynamic people, one finds that there is always a party just beginning in London, at any time.

Many of London's clubs started out as illegal party venues.

The varied music scene ensures that the avid clubber has as much variety as the one just looking for a late drink and a little dance.

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