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New year is the perfect time to take a break from the hectic routine and start fresh. For the people in Bengaluru, the city's proximity to the beaches, hill station and heritage sites makes it easy to plan a weekend away, which can be ideal for welcoming the New Year 2026 on a fresh note.
Top weekend getaways to begin 2026
Every traveler's favourite, Gokarna. A destination for someone who is looking for a peaceful start, a calm environment over the night clubs, then Gokarna is for you. Best known for its relaxed environment and easy going crowd, which offers scenic beach sunsets and laid back cafes. Keeping you connected to nature with activities like adventure sports and several trekking trails. Ideal trip for those who prefer calm over noise for the start of the new year.
For those who enjoy a mixture of comfort and coastal charm, Mangalore comes to mind. The city that's known for its local culture, clean beaches and flavourful coastal cuisines. A visit to the beach, while experiencing the mesmerising sunset and followed by the local food explorations makes for a relaxed holiday. A perfect laid back start of the new year.
One of the most popular hill destinations, Coorg, remains as a nature-filled escape. Perfect for couples and family to celebrate the new year. Surrounded by coffee plantations, forest trails and waterfalls. Coorg offers cool weather. Enjoying the celebrations with bonfire and traditional meals.
Chikmagalur, another hill retreat, known for mist-covered landscape and mountain views. The destination is promising and peaceful yet a refreshing start to the new year. A great place to celebrate the new years with scenic spots and coffee estates. Celebration admits nature.
While we complete the list with Murudeshwar, famous for its big towering Shiva statue, complemented with scenic coastal setting. A combination of spiritual, sea views and calm surroundings, making it an ideal place to welcome the new year, bringing in positivity and calm.