Weirdest New Year traditions in the world from red knickers to smashing plates

With New Year’s Day just around the corner, we take a look at some of the world’s strangest traditions.

While a kiss at the stroke of midnight after the celebratory countdown is a tradition in England, other countries have their own quirky ways to bring it in.

From bear skins to husband hunting, Travel experts at StressFreeCarRental.com have found the nine most unusual ways people celebrate going into the new year.