Your 10-step survival guide to Detty December

If you’ve ever heard whispers of “Detty December” and wondered why everyone’s fighting for flights to Lagos from January, this one is for you.

Detty December isn’t just a month, it’s a movement. It’s an annual cultural reset where the streets are hot, your phone’s hotter, and your social calendar is on fire. But before you dive into the chaos of concerts, brunches, beach parties, and spontaneous linkups, we have collated a 10-step survival guide to help you this Detty December.

1. Beauty Prep or Perish

Book those beauty appointments ASAP. Hair? Lashes? Nails? The skill level in Naija is top-tier and for half the price. If you didn’t book weeks before touching down to Detty December, you’ll be begging for a slot while your frontal and nails are on their last legs.

2. Plug In or Miss Out

Pack an adapter. Nigeria doesn’t care about your fancy Type C charger or two-pin US plug.

3. Secure your Base

If you have a trusted someone on ground, let them handle your accommodation. And if you don’t and would love to handle all your bookings yourself for security reasons, click here to see the verified accommodation; Airbnb and hotel available to choose from during this Detty December.

4. Survive the Hangovers

You will drink and the drinks will drink you back. Pack your hangover kits, vitamins, electrolytes and painkillers. You’ll thank yourself after your 5th night out in a row, dancing in heels at 3AM during Detty December.

5. Plan-ish

Have a rough idea of events you want to attend but don’t over-plan. Some of the best memories come from “my friend said there’s this thing” energy. Be open to randomness and chaos of Detty December. If you would want to plan ahead, click here, we have compiled a list of the most trending events and concerts that you won’t want to miss.

6. Power Up

Your will phone will be doing the heavy lifting, and your battery won’t last forever. Your power bank will be your best friend. Never leave the house without it during Detty December. Ever.

7. Know Someone That Knows Someone

It’s not what you know, it’s who you know. If you want to be on the VIP list, inside the exclusive parties, or even just find a plug for tickets, you better know someone who’s plugged in or you can click the link here to secure some good VIP tickets for the most attended events and concerts this Detty December.

8. Concierge > Uber

Rides are a myth during peak season. The wait times? Diabolical. The surges? Criminal. Save yourself the headache and get a concierge service. It might sound excessive, but it’ll save your nervous system and your time. Guess what we have compiled a list of some discounted rides for you this Detty December, Click here.

9. Sunscreen!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It may be Detty December, but remember the sun is also outside with you. Protect your skin and stay glowing. SPF is your friend.

10. Don’t Fall in Love... Unless It’s Worth It

December love hits different. One day you're locking eyes across tables at the club, next thing you're spending 24/7 together just to find out it was all smoke and mirrors. Be outside this Detty December, but protect your heart.

Now you are prepared, go forth and Detty responsibly this December!

If you have taken part in Detty December share some of your tips and tricks to making it the best experience possible on the comment section.