Things I Wish I Knew- Surviving Vegas

We're back at it again with my "Things I wish I knew" series! I was having a hard time deciding what to write about and since I just turned 22, I reminisced about what I did for my 21st. Thinking back to my 21st birthday in Vegas, I realized that there were a lot of things I wish I knew ahead of time so I thought it would be a great addition to my series.

Going to Vegas for your 21st birthday is kind of like a right of passage in the U.S. Basically it's an excuse to go get shitfaced and party your ass off. Getting lost in the glitz and glamour is all part of the Vegas charm. Here are some tips I suggest if you're ever heading over there!

1. Have a good meal.
The whole weekend will go by and you'll realize that you only had one meal the entire time. Take the time to actually get some food in your belly. It'll definitely help with the massive hangover you're about to take on. If you can't hit the endless buffets, check out one of Gordan Ramsay's restaurants. It's worth the trip!

2. Speaking of hangover..
Drink lots and lots of water! The weather is insanely hot, especially in the summer- don't be fool trying to act cool at the day club. The deadly combo of alcohol+hot sun-water = you not getting out of bed.

3. Have a promoter handy
It's hard to get into clubs without a promoter in Vegas.

4. Budget yourself!
It's extremely tempting to spend loads of cash in Vegas. Your dolla bills will be gone in seconds so watch yourself! Those slot machines are evil. Once you're kind of buzz, you'll want to keep buying drinks so save yourself and only bring a certain amount of cash with you.

5. Heels are the worst 

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I know those stilettos are super cute but you'll die in them if you go clubbing with them. There's absolutely no way you'll survive the night- let alone 2 hours dancing in those. The bloodstains are real people. The blisters are no joke. No bandaid in the world will help you. If you know you're going to be dancing your ass off, I advise you to get some wedges but if you're like me and kind of hate the look of wedges.. I would get platforms like the one above. Don't be that girl who walks barefoot back to your hotel. It's not cute and it's a bit sad. Don't be that girl! The floor is disgusting! Keep a pair of small foldable flats in your purse/clutch.

6. Don't waste your time seeing a super popular DJ. 
I went to go see Zedd perform at XS and it was basically the worst night ever. It was insanely crowded! It took us 30 mins to get to the bar and the dance floor was closed off. We ended up sitting around the pool and we couldn't even see Zedd from where we were. Save yourself the few bucks and go to a smaller club. It'll be more fun with a smaller crowd and less crowded bar.

7. Don't wear a black outfit
There are literally thousands of other girls wearing the exact same color. Set yourself apart and wear something colorful like a red or blue dress. If you're brave enough- a white one.

Lulu's 

8. Experience it all 

Don't just drink and go to the club all weekend. Go catch one of Vegas's popular shows! There are tons of concerts and shows you can see. If you don't want to see a show, walk around the strip and casinos. At Caesar's palace there's a huge mall that you can walk around and shop in. 

And.. that's all the advice I can think of! Good luck to you- have fun and be safe! 

Until next time..

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