Discover 6 unexpected New Year traditions from around the world, from smashing plates in Denmark to ringing bells in Japan. A fun look at global celebrations.

New Year doesn’t last one night. Because of time zones, the world celebrates for 26 hours. Discover why France has the longest New Year celebration on Earth.

If you’re travelling to Japan and want one card that makes transport and payments simple, the Welcome Suica is built for you. Issued by JR East, this prepaid IC card lets you tap in and out of trains, buses, subways — and pay at convenience stores, vending machines and more.Unlike the standard Suica card, the Welcome Suica is designed specifically for short-term visitors, with no deposit required and a validity of 28 days from first use.