Partying Like a Rock Star at LIV

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In part 2 of my 2-part series on traveling like a rock star, today’s post takes a look at nightlife in Miami. (You can read yesterday’s post about staying at a rock star hotel here).

LIV is one of the premier nightclubs in Miami. It’s located in the Fontainebleau Hotel. Lady Gaga performed there New Year’s Eve, Ryan Seacrest has been seen inside and Paris Hilton has been kicked out of it. As you can see, if there’s any club to go to in Miami, this is the one. So where else should I have spent Saturday night but LIV. The only challenge…how do you get into this super awesome club?

How to get into LIV

The club opens up at 11:00 P.M. and the line is already long. If you don’t make it in early, you’re toast. So here’s some tips:

1. Get there early. This isn’t like other clubs where it’s common to arrive late. If you’re late here, you’re done.
2. Dress like the sh*t. Yes, Miami lives up to the stereotypes. Only the pretty people are let in. No ripped jeans. Wear nice shoes and a nice shirt. Get your hair done too while you’re at it.
3. Come with a lady. The club bouncers appeared to enjoy letting more ladies in than men.
4. Rent a Table. Tables inside can be pricey, but at least you can get in. (See below).
5. Get on the VIP Guest List. You’ll walk right past all those losers begging to get in. And you can skip the cover charge.

So which one worked for me? Number 5. Couldn’t tell you how to actually get on the guest list. That’s where my friend came in. He’s the one that made it happen through another connection of his. That kind of thing happens to rock stars.

What’s LIV Like?

In short, amazing. It’s probably one of the best clubs I’ve ever been to. The music selections were phenomenal, the lighting and audio systems were surreal and the vibe contagious. I posted a short clip on my Facebook Fan Page of the inside of LIV.

We ran into bachelorette parties, rich snobs, young hipsters, wannabe snobs (that was us), gays (us too and some others), straights, fashionistas, internationals, Americans and practically every other type of person and personality. Simply put, this is the place that everyone goes to and everyone dances all night long.

And the Restrooms in LIV?

I took a trip to the men’s room and the restroom attendant, dressed in a tuxedo, said, “Welcome to the Restroom”. No one has ever said that before. He guided me to the urinal (although I think I could have found it on my own), and turned on the water for me at the sink. He pumped the soap, gave me a towel, and offered me gum and/ or candy. I’m surprised he didn’t offer to zip my pants too!

What if I can’t get into LIV?

Sorry you weren’t lucky enough. Better luck next time. The lobby bar of the Fontainebleau hotel is quite hip. It has an illuminated blue floor, a pink column with drinks and spacey furniture.

But if you have any tips on getting into LIV, I’d love to know. Share them by commenting.

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Today’s Lesson: Sometimes travel is all about luck. If you’re unfortunate enough to not get into LIV, you can always try the gay clubs?! There’s no dress code, everyone gets in and the music is just as great. Plus, depending on the venue, there’s no cover!

I’ll see you out there…! And for this one night only, I may not look back if the bouncer denies you entry. Sorry. Miami can be like that.

The Essentials

For More Information: If you can’t make it into the club, you can at least view my photos from the night on Facebook.

Costs: Couldn’t tell ya this one. I got in for free. But internet searches say it’s around $30 for the cover. Drinks will run you $8/beer, $9/liquor. Rumor also has it that a table reservation at the club runs for $1500. That’s correct, I didn’t omit a decimal point.

How to get there: It’s in the lobby of the Fontainebleau. If you can’t see it, perhaps you shouldn’t be going there in the first place.

Suggested Time to Experience Fully: You’re in Miami. Party until the break of dawn. It closes at 5 A.M. Rock on with your bad self.

Best Time to Visit: Get there early. Unlike most clubs, if you’re late, you might as well go somewhere else. It fills up quick and people tend to wait a long time after to get in – if they get in at all.

Ben Recommends: Dance the night away. Get a table if you can afford it – and then invite me.

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