So close, yet so far. There are only 39 more days until EDC Las Vegas... ONLY 39 DAYS!?

Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas is one of the biggest and most magical festival in the United States. Yielding over 500,000 music lovers, Insomniac has proven itself to be one of the best producers in music events around the world.

Like many of us, there is a first for everything. So, I'm conspiring a guide to help newbies (like me) and hopefully veterans alike for the EDC Vegas experience.

1. Get to Vegas a couple days early and leave a day later

You are in FABULOUS Las Vegas. Enjoy it. Get to know your surroundings and hang out on the strip! There is so much going on that week anyway, and you don't have to stress about getting to Vegas and checking into your hotel all on Friday. It's also cheaper to fly out earlier, rather than later!

2. Make a schedule

But don't necessarily stick to it. One of the best things about being at a festival is discovering new sounds and not being constricted to anything set in stone. Write down your absolute must see, can't ever miss acts, and keep your schedule flexible.

3. Get to the festival early

I can't tell you how many times I have been to a festival only to say, "Damn, I wish I got here earlier," and by earlier, I mean when the festival starts. It is way less stressful getting to a festival early, hanging out, and taking all the magic in than rushing to (hopefully) not miss one of your favorite sets.

4. Bring a hydration pack

Seriously. Just do it. Your body will thank you. I found one on Amazon for 20 bucks and it works like a charm.

5. Bring sealed Chapstick

The desert wind can SERIOUSLY crack up those lips. Yuck.

6. Go to at least ONE pool party

I have heard that they are an absolute BLAST. You're not going to get any sleep anyway. #YOLO, am I right?

7. Go on at least one ride

OMG! Free rides?! So much yes! Let out your inner child! You're never too old to enjoy carnival rides!

8. Set up a meeting spot, but don't pick the most obvious one

Chances are, everyone's meeting spot is going to be one of the main attractions/ art installations, so pick somewhere away from the crowd or off to the side. This year, at Coachella, my festival group picked a spot between the Mojave and Gobi stage. It was never crowded, and we could spot each other easily. We also set a point once we got to a stage (we would always meet at the right side). It made things WAY less stressful.

9. Time stamp your text messages

Phone reception will probably be super spotty anyway, but time stamping all of your text messages will seriously help with confusion. If you are going to a stage or some part of the festival, just say what time you will be there and what time the message was sent!

10. Make Kandi and go ALL out on your costume

But remember to stay comfortable. Cool accessories, costumes and Kandi are AWESOME conversation starters. Meet people. No bad vibes allowed.

11. Bring a portable phone charger

Amazon is a lifesaver. I bought this one for $13 and it helped so much. I didn't have to wait at any charging stations either, which is key when your actually trying to enjoy the festival.