Regardless of where you end up on New Year Day, one thing is for certain--if you are single, you have the freedom to drink and flirt as much as you want without a girlfriend nearby monitoring your every move. Whether you are newly single or perpetually single, for a solo guy on New Year's Eve, the world is pretty much your oyster; make sure you utilize your single status to the fullest.

Option 1: Throw a bash at your place. You will have somewhat control over the guest list, so you can make sure there are other single hotties there to mingle with, and very few single men who might be competition. You can ask your guests to bring their own beverages, which they'll probably leave when the night is over, therefore stocking up your bar. Plus, if you get drunk and pass out in the closet, you'll wake up in your own home the next morning; no 2008 DUI.

Option 2: If you plan to go to a friend's house for a party, ask them ahead of time if they know of any single women who will be there. If the party is going to be all couples; skip the invite and find a party more suitable to your tastes. This might mean more work for you in the beginning, but also means more benefits in the end. Don't forget to be safe; take a cab and bring some protection.

Option 3: Look online to find all the hottest places in your area to party on New Year's Eve. While a lot of places might seem to have packages for couples, others tailor their parties specifically for the singles crowd so you know that the women there will also be unattached. Grab some other single guy friends, rent a car and head downtown to scope out the scene.

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