How to’s and tips for getting the most out of Miami, WMC and UMF.
The last thing you are going to want to do while in Miami during Winter Music Conference is sleep; and since Miami parties till dawn and sleeps in the morning all year-round anyway, the place for most locals to sleep and shower is typically the beach. But before you arrive to Miami read our “Sleeping with Miami” guide to find the perfect place to sleep, store your stuff and get some off-the-dance-floor action during one of the wildest weeks of your life.
No one wants to wait in line when they have so many places to go and DJ’s to see. If you are looking to get inside the party faster during Winter Music Conference we have laid out six options and their cost for you.
When it comes to producing and promoting a successful party during Winter Music Conference week in Miami it takes planning, knowing the right people and a lot of promotion…and a little experience doesn’t hurt either. So, we asked our friends Matt Ladner who has promoted for Mad Decent and Tony Garcia of Phuel Marketing for some advice. Matt has thrown a number of very successful Winter Music Conference parties over the years and Tony is an industry veteran who is producing his first WMC parties this year. Here is what they had to say. Read More
Partying for a week straight is a conquest best left to the party professionals – and if you are attending Winter Music Conference, that would be you. While no one partakes in Winter Music Conference week for a good night’s sleep, a little shut eye is inevitable. Following our guide to refueling will help keep your energy up while minimizing your time down.
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During the six days of Winter Music Conference there will be more than 400 parties held at dozens of venues and outdoor spaces throughout Miami. This is enough to drive any party person crazy. One of the best ways to maximize your party time and minimize your expense is knowing the simple science of buying your party tickets.
The only real fashion rule in Miami is: you can wear anything as long as you rock it. It’s not unusual to see bikinis in nightclubs or heels on the beach, and throughout Winter Music Conference week you can expect much more of the same. With parties going all day and night, dressing comfortable for the day and dressing to impress at night is essential. Follow our “Day to Night” guide to Miami dress codes and who will have no problem getting in where you want to be.
The best way to stand out from the other 70,000 people attending Winter Music Conference is table service. Known for their velvet ropes and reserved areas Miami nightclubs really know how to separate general admission and their “very important people”. If you are looking to to be considered VIP there are a few Very Important Procedures and People you should know to ensure you get serviced properly. Read More
ULTRA Music Festival is massive rave that takes place in downtown Miami and collects dozens of thousands of partyers under the blue skies and sunshine to dance for hours to a wild variety of music. For some people, it isn’t Winter Music Conference without Ultra, while others prefer smaller parties to the crazy crowds. Educate yourself about Ultra so you can decide if the insanely huge party will be a good fit for you- either way, Ultra Music Festival is without doubt one of the biggest and best electronic music festivals anywhere in the world.
When you are visiting Miami for only a week, you are not going to want to waste any time. Since Miami’s nightlife landscape constantly changes, knowing which nightclubs, hotels and parties are the best is just as important as knowing how to best get to and from there. Use our “Nightlife Hot Spots” guide to navigate the city of Miami and it’s fickle nightlife. Read More
Ah, the master plan. Timing and hard work will get you what you want, I promise. Follow these basic scheduling guidelines and all things WMC will be smooth and manageable. Read More
This marks the end of our guides and the beginning of the most unforgettable week of your existence. As the most complete and accurate source of all Winter Music Conference parties we considered the seemingly impossible…choosing the best Winter Music Conference parties that you should attend. But with over 200 parties with lineups spanning all genres of electronic dance music we couldn’t bring ourselves to telling you wish parties are the best- so we asked you. Read More
Guide #1: Party More, Pay Less – A guide to Winter Music Conference on a budget.
Want to spend less money and party more during Winter Music Conference 2010? Follow our nine rules to maximize your hard earned dollar and limited time in Miami.
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