Spain In Spain it’s a tradition to eat 12 grapes at midnight. You must eat one at each stroke of the bell to bring good luck for the year ahead. In the north of Spain/South of France region they eat 13 desserts, representing Jesus and the 12 apostles.
Scotland On New Year's day, it’s important to have a first-footer. This is the first person to come into your home, and he or she must not come empty handed. They should have a purse with coal or better yet, a few coins in it.
Costa Rica Costa Ricans pack a bag or suitcase and hold it at midnight to make sure the coming year will bring travel. Instead of red underpants like the Italians, they wear yellow. They also kiss their loved ones at midnight.
Venezuela In Venezuela, they eat 12 grapes at midnight which symbolize each month of the new year. They also serve Pan de Jamon—a sweet yeasty bread filled with ham, butter, olives and raisins. And of course, it wouldn’t be a celebration without salsa dancing. This New Year’s however you celebrate, wherever you celebrate, we wish you a very happy, healthy 2013!