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WMC Do's & Don'ts
just wondering from those who have already gone
do: check out lesser known or less-traveling djs that you otherwise wouldn't get a chance to see.
don't: go to ultra.
do: hit at least one party at space. a lot of jaded people would say it's not worth it, likely discouraging others from the joys of the terrace.
don't: bother trying to save money. unless you're guestlisted everywhere you want to go, it's expensive. just spend and enjoy and worry about it later.
Do try to book your flight and hotel earlier. Flying into Ft Lauderdale may save around $100 bucks, but you'll pay more in shuttle/taxi.
Do try to stay in South Beach on Ocean or Collins.
Do purchase presale.
Do "try" to sleep.
Do go!
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| Originally posted by gjg21 don't: go to ultra. |
This question is for the more experienced WMC vets who have a few years under their belt...
If you were 2 party at all the best shows and venues (ie PVD/Sander Space parties, Surfcomber and Shelbourne pool parties,Tenaglia and Howells Pawnshop parties,Tiesto and Sasha+Digweed Mansion parties, other yacht parties etc) whatever your taste is, obviously you cant do all of them. Suppose you did like 7-8 parties in 5 days... how much do you think the entire trip would cost you including airfare and hotelcost if you were to book everything 3 months in advance...?
its pretty vague i know and im sure spending habits vary from one to another but i just wanna get an idea of what to expect you know...?
i know im not gonna do ultra thats for sure...
tenks
Don't book a hotel you've never stayed in. Do book hotels that friends have stayed in. There is a huge unbelievable difference between a $200 a night hotel and a $300 night hotel, don't find out the hard way. And don't believe the reviews on travel sites. There's some sort of moratorium put in place by the south beach art deco historical society that some hotels cannot be rehabilitated, and they are total roach motels. It's definitely worth every penny to stay at a nicer more expensive hotel. Always call the hotel and ask what kind of air conditioning systems they have in the room. If its a window unit, dont stay there. trust me on that.
Dont split a room with more than one person...you'll kill each other. You also don't want to club around in big groups because usually its hard to get everyone in together.
Every year when I get there I always go to the walgreens near Collins and 17th with a huge backpack and stock up on things like food, water, tylenol, alcohol, etc. You can save a shitload of money this way...and pregaming is a fine art that should be learned by all. Drinks in Miami are $20 in some places.
Don't plan anything and don't buy tickets unless you absolutely know you will never forgive yourself for not attending that event or seeing that dj. Every year I sit down and plan what im going to go to every day, I end up going to maybe 1 thing I originally planned. Some of the best parties are the free ones or the ones you just happen to walk past. Steer clear of mega clubs unless you have tickets and plan to show up early or buy a table...you could end up standing outside in a vanity line for hours otherwise.
Pace yourself and don't overdo it your first day or your second day will be totally ruined. If you are puking by 9pm the first night, you've gone too far.
Don't get drunk and fall asleep on the beach, sunburn happens.
The restaurants on Ocean drive are awesome and I recommend trying as many of them as you can, especially the ones that have drink specials.
Split cabs to downtown and back.
Stay twice as long as you originally planned, every other day will probably be a recovery day.
Doormen can be paid off.
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| Originally posted by PicottoIsGod This question is for the more experienced WMC vets who have a few years under their belt... If you were 2 party at all the best shows and venues (ie PVD/Sander Space parties, Surfcomber and Shelbourne pool parties,Tenaglia and Howells Pawnshop parties,Tiesto and Sasha+Digweed Mansion parties, other yacht parties etc) whatever your taste is, obviously you cant do all of them. Suppose you did like 7-8 parties in 5 days... how much do you think the entire trip would cost you including airfare and hotelcost if you were to book everything 3 months in advance...? its pretty vague i know and im sure spending habits vary from one to another but i just wanna get an idea of what to expect you know...? i know im not gonna do ultra thats for sure... tenks |
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| Originally posted by mar46017 Do try to book your flight and hotel earlier. Flying into Ft Lauderdale |
There are some very good pointers here!!!
DO'S:
When getting presales get them mailed to you
If you are a guy and you are going to Mansion make quick friends with Girls in line you will get in faster
Go to the beach and go into the water
When flying into FLL do a search for Cheep airport shuttles found one last year that took us back for $17
Do room with more then 1 person and make sure you know them. Cuts the hotel cost down by a bunch
When you get there get a WMC guide there will be so many parties that you did not read on the msg boards and some are free!
Do try to eat at least once a day!
Do get a pitcher at Nikki Beach
Take lots of pictures
Pre-drink be before heading out
Be prepared to spend $$$
Try to stay in south beach a day or 2 after WMC
Try to find a direct flight
DONT's
Do not buy your party favors over there! UPS Ground what you need
Like some one said Don't go to ultra!!! BIG WASTE OF MONEY!!!!!
Do not forget a list of what to pack and do not forget a jacket or Umbrella!
Be Rude to the door people or bouncers in the club.
Forget to take a day or 2 off after WMC to recover. Flying back and going right back to work SUCKS!!!!
Don't forget to explore
Don't expect 5 star service at any place you eat. Most waiters don't even care or are down right rude.
Do not use your credit card when you eat at some restaurants or at the club. They will put the tip on right away!
Dont:
Go
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dont go to ultra!
must go to space & nikki beach
if its ur first time, id rent a car. cabs are expensive, and you will want to explore. I got one my first year, and rented a van this time. Between 10 of us its only $50 each for an entire week.
Must Do day parties!!
Get presale, but dont over do it. I wasted many tickets, but was so happy i had a couple.
Im staying til tuesday march 31st. A couple extra days to recover could be some of the best all week.
Do a dope Sunday party, perhaps sunday school. Last year i Did mauro picotto at prive sunday night, and it was top 2 of the entire week. All the hardcore cats are still going sunday.
pace your self
If your single, wander out at least one night by yourself, you will meet more strangers and find yourself.
my flight to fll was $150 cheaper then Miami, and if you are renting a car as i previously suggested, then it doesnt really matter.
Do:
-Book a Condo with friends over booking a hotel(Cheaper usually when you split).
-Book your room by at least December/january before wmc.
-Buy presale tickets(willcall or pickup at wantickets store works although show up early to pick up tickets)
-Pregame before you head out to the club even if you dont mind paying for drinks at the clubs as this will save you some cash.
-Flask!!!!! lol
-To be safe show up a bit earlier to a club to make sure you get in to a night event even if you have presales(in my experience).
-keep cash on you for cabs.
-Check out the lesser known label parties. In my experience they usually have some of the best talent and the parties are usually more intimate and the dj interaction is great.
-Danny howells @ anything, AM only event(techno room/area is always great.
-Pack condoms.
-Get some rest.
Don't:
-walk around downtown past the club areas.
-go to ultra.
-go to surfcomber, shelbourne unless you love cheesed out commercial house(personal opinion).
-Overbook your schedule for too many parties. The elite few will go to all 10+ events but most will eventually crash and miss out on something b/c they take a small nap and end up crashing for a while. Plan your events carefully and include a free or relatively cheap event here and there that you don't mind missing(ex: bp pool party, nikki beach).
-go to ultra.
just some friendly advice.
Bailbonds phone number.....LOL
It's so funny to me that none of this info is news to me and I'VE NEVER GONE! Over 5 years of club promo and I've never made it. But for 5 YEARS I've heard all about WMC from everyone I know for 4 months before, and 2 months after. It's torture every year. But since I'll be living rent free for the next 6 months or so, looks like I'm going this year. Got to get there while I've still got my hook ups
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| Originally posted by bas Dont: Go |
why not goto ultra never been
but i want to hear personal opinions/reviews please
expect to spnd like 1500 bux
Do GO TO ULTRA, it is awesome! I am biased on this cuz yes it will be my 4th year promoting for them cats.
Don't take friends that will totally fuck you by having you pay for everything especially taxis (I somehow spent 700 dollars on that last march and not one single asshole I was with lifted a finger to help me pay for most taxi cabs).
Do Check out Danny T 17 hour sets typically at Pawn Shop
Do get buck wild and do lots of drugs, cuz that's what people in Miami do or you'll feel left out if you just stand there like a sober dick (me before I stopped being a pussy)
Do go to Space once, if you're gay, you'll end up hooking up with some buff gay dude from either NY, Chicago or LA. I just heard, it didn't happen to me.
DO NOT buy presale tickets for any club or you'll feel like a total dick when you can't get in cuz making an entrance at 11pm to most events is not a good idea and tickets are usually not honored cuz clubs are cool like that (read the fine print on ticket policies) Yes, they reserve the right to put it in your pooper if you show up after a certain time.
DO NOT OPEN UP A BAR TAB, OMG JUST DON'T CUZ DAMN!!! $300 a night can totally leave you in the poor house.
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| Originally posted by JCIZZLE! Do GO TO ULTRA, it is awesome! I am biased on this cuz yes it will be my 4th year promoting for them cats. Don't take friends that will totally fuck you by having you pay for everything especially taxis (I somehow spent 700 dollars on that last march and not one single asshole I was with lifted a finger to help me pay for most taxi cabs). Do Check out Danny T 17 hour sets typically at Pawn Shop Do get buck wild and do lots of drugs, cuz that's what people in Miami do or you'll feel left out if you just stand there like a sober dick (me before I stopped being a pussy) Do go to Space once, if you're gay, you'll end up hooking up with some buff gay dude from either NY, Chicago or LA. I just heard, it didn't happen to me. DO NOT buy presale tickets for any club or you'll feel like a total dick when you can't get in cuz making an entrance at 11pm to most events is not a good idea and tickets are usually not honored cuz clubs are cool like that (read the fine print on ticket policies) Yes, they reserve the right to put it in your pooper if you show up after a certain time. DO NOT OPEN UP A BAR TAB, OMG JUST DON'T CUZ DAMN!!! $300 a night can totally leave you in the poor house. |
When going to Space ask for a cup of water with ice. will be a buck for the tip but so much better then buying the $7 water!
I live in South Fl for one and to all these people saying don't go to Ultra please do not listen to them. I have had my fair share of WMC experience already. If you have NEVER been to Ultra I recommend checking it out at least once. You get a handful of great dj's in one location with multiple stages. Last year's was pretty decent might I add the Carl Cox tent is outrageous!
Do: Sleep
Dont: Dont sleep.
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| Originally posted by snatonsb I live in South Fl for one and to all these people saying don't go to Ultra please do not listen to them. I have had my fair share of WMC experience already. If you have NEVER been to Ultra I recommend checking it out at least once. You get a handful of great dj's in one location with multiple stages. Last year's was pretty decent might I add the Carl Cox tent is outrageous! |
most of this has already been said but...
Do's-
if you are UNDER 21, go to ultra. if youre OVER 21, join the adults at a pool party.
if you havent been to space, go and party on the terrace. its an insane vibe. be prepared to deal w/ drama at the door or maybe bring some bribe money in case you cant get upstairs to the patio.
pregame is a must.
if they have the wanttickets pick up booth again this year...get there when that bitch opens or you'll be in line forever waiting to get your tix. i had friends miss djs they wanted to see last year b/c they couldnt get their tix in time. or as someone else mentioned, have your pre sales mailed to you.
drink water, lots of it.
try to get a nap in when possible
bring extra 20's to bride doormen if needed, *cough shine@shelbornecough*
beatport parties. go to them. they're free w/ sick line ups!
DONT's
Dont forget your sunglasses 
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