The research team at NetVoucherCodes.co.uk have revealed the interesting and bizarre customs to welcome in the new year. Here are some of the more unusual ways people celebrate in other countries.
5. Spain
The customary New Years Eve challenge is to stuff twelve grapes into the mouth for each chime of midnight and try to finish eating them before the clock falls silent.
6. Brazil
Brazilians tend to eat lentils, which represents money, to ensure good fortune for the months ahead. They also jump seven waves - one for each day - at the beach to bring good luck.
7. Greece
An onion is traditionally hung above the front door on New Years Eve as a symbol of rebirth. In the morning parents wake their children by tapping them on the head with the onion.
8. Germany
Germans will celebrate by eating a donut filled with jam or liquor. Beware though, some contain a filling like mustard which signifies bad luck.