Ring in 2016 Safe and Sound
It probably comes as no surprise that New Year’s Eve is one of the most dangerous times of the year to be out on the road. Some may say that it’s because of the increase in motorists on the highway, but that isn’t the case. In fact, Thanksgiving and Christmas are the two most traveled holidays in the year, but they don’t experience quite the increase in traffic accidents as holidays like New Year’s and Independence Day. A lot of this lies with the amount of alcohol consumed on these days. When you consider New Year’s, you also have to take into consideration the poor weather. Since it falls in the colder months, you’re more likely to experience bad weather as well.
However, it’s not just the road you have to worry about on New Year’s. There are plenty of ways you can find yourself in danger this holiday season so we’ve put together four safety tips that will ensure you and your friends are able to ring in 2016 safe and sound.
Let Someone Else Drive
Nobody wants to be saddled with the responsibility of being the designated driver, especially not for such a raucous occasion as New Year’s Eve. Everyone wants to join in on the festivities by drinking a few cocktails and toasting champagne when the clock strikes midnight. The best way to guarantee the safety of all those celebrating with you this year, let someone else take care of the transportation. We’re not saying you need to ask your mom to drive you and your friends out for the night. We have a better suggestion: a chauffeured party bus. With chauffeured transportation provided by Savannah Nite, you and your friends can take the celebration on the road without worrying about who might be driving impaired.
Stay Hydrated
When you’re in the moment, dancing with all of your friends, and knocking back beers and cocktails with wild abandon, it can be easy to overdo it quite quickly. You want to make sure you’re able to actually remember this night and not end up in a hospital bed with alcohol poisoning. It’s a good idea to drink plenty of water before you even head out to the bar, but it’s also a good idea to drink a glass of water after every alcoholic beverage you consume. Not only will this help prevent a hangover the next day, but it will also keep you from imbibing to the point of blackout or injury.
Don’t Go Alone
As we’ve mentioned above, there will be quite a bit of alcohol consumed by a large number of people this upcoming New Year’s Eve. Don’t put yourself at risk by partying alone. Get your best friends together and make sure you all have a way to contact each other in the event you get separated. Make it a point to keep an eye on everyone throughout the night to ensure they aren’t taken advantage of or harmed in anyway. There is definitely safety in numbers and this holiday should come as no exception when it comes to partying as a group.
Grab a Bite
Whether you and your friends enjoy a full meal before heading out for drinks or you just want to grab a greasy burger after tossing a few back, filling your belly is a good idea. Your body won’t absorb as much alcohol as quickly and you’ll be able to last long after the ball drops in NYC. This is a special occasion, so why not enjoy it at one of the best restaurants in Cincinnati?
A night like New Year’s Eve with friends is the kind of event you want to remember in the coming year. Make sure you and your friends enjoy it safely by following these important safety tips. Just remember, chauffeured transportation, staying hydrated, partying in a group, and grabbing a bite to eat are the simplest ways to ensure your New Year’s Eve is a safe one.
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