Experiencing Home, Alone

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Last night, November 13th, was the Final Night for The Ultimate DJ Battle at Home Nightclub in Ameristar Casino.  As the night progressed, it was a competition to get people out on the floor, with quick mixes, crowd favorites, and some old school beats. Home is a spectacular place to observe a DJ and his skills as the booth is designed to be seen from almost anywhere. While enjoying the environment, I was forced to keep moving as I was by my lonesome, armed with a camera. Staying put when out alone makes for an easy target. The highlight of the evening was the beauty of the venue and it's breathtaking interiors, but unwanted attention led my stay to end at the stroke of midnight.

I definitely suggest Home Nightclub as a destination for a great experience, but ladies, if you have to go it alone, take these pointers to heart. Most women won't venture out into nightlife without and escort or group of lady friends, but sometimes you gotta get out even if it means flying solo. It's all about the music to me, but other people make their own assumptions and this is why you have to be ultra careful.

Whether you are going out with friends, looking for a date, covering an event,or just letting off some steam, there are some things you should remember while strutting the town.

1. Be careful about your drink. Never set it down for a second...if you do, consider it a goner. You never know what people might be willing to do. Honestly, if you are going it alone you probably should not drink at all unless you have a cab coming.

2. Be aware of your body language. Whether men understand our language or not, a timid stance is just as good as an open invitation. How you hold yourself can deflect unwanted attention.

3. Club security is the key for the guy who will not take no for an answer. Approaching and engaging in a conversation with security can be helpful. If the situation calls for it, you can always ask to be escorted safely to your car.

4. Always let a friend or someone know that you are going out that night, in case of any rough situation and to make sure you made it home in one piece.

5. Carry a mini pepper spray or something to protect yourself in a bad situation. Taking your keys and holding them between your fingers is easy to do and can do some damage if needed.

This is not to say that my experience at Home was bad, it was just a good reminder of things that are crucial when enjoying a fab club. The atmosphere is great and I would recommend trying it out one weekend...it is a beautiful place that I enjoy enough to visit solo from time to time. Check out the pictures of the night (an my amateur photography) in the Gallery!