Saying goodbye to the year with family and loved ones does not always have to break the bank.

Take a look at some possible cost-saving methods you could use to usher in 2025 with loved ones:

• Celebrating New Year’s Eve at home is a great alternative, especially where there are tabletop games involved. If you are inviting guests to come over, they can bring their favourite alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks. You can prepare quick and easy finger foods for everyone.

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• One can even bring out their inner child and have a treasure hunt in the house. Create a list of intricate clues to leave around the house, and lead someone to the big treasure prize. First to find it gets to keep their spoils or can opt to have someone do a dare. What’s the treasure? Up to you.
• Sticking to the theme of games with friends, you can even take it to the next level by playing Jackbox Party Pack group video games on either Playstation or PC.
• Having a braai with family and friends usually cuts costs and ensures everyone is safe in one place.

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