Beer is something to be really enjoyed and celebrated. When I have a really good beer, then I cannot wait to down it and try the next one just as good. Everyone I know says that I love to party and get out and dance 'til my feet go numb. So where can I do all this? Beerfest! Which is more commonly known as the Oktoberfest in Munich.

This gigantic festival celebrating beer is held in Munich every year commencing in September. One thing I have to warn you about though, Munich is so crowded during Oktoberfest that getting there and actually sitting at a table inside a beer hall can take longer than you expected. If you're going to go to Oktoberfest then you have to factor in that there will be huge crowds in Munich. I knew this before I went, so I got in line early on the opening day just to get ready for the Beerfest.

If you really want to get into the tradition of Oktoberfest then I suggest you get yourself the costume. If you are a girl then look into getting a Dirndl, the traditional dress for Bavarian girls. If you're a bloke then get some Lederhosen, the Dirndl's male version. You can rent or buy these traditional outfits from a numbers of shops across Munich. They cost somewhere between 80 and 300 Euros, but I recommend that you definitely consider the costume, it will make your experience so much better.

I stayed in a hostel that was a bit of a walk from Theresienwiese (the area where the Oktoberfest is held). Munich has a large variety of hostels where you can stay during the festival starting from around 200Euro for 4 days. Of course if you are ready to spend more on your comfort you can choose hotels, or even apartments if you're with a larger group.

Like most European cities the public transport is incredible in Munich and you can easily get into and out of the Oktoberfest grounds. The U4 and U5 Metro Lines will take you right to the Oktoberfest grounds with a train arriving around every 10 minutes at the most.

When I first got there I was dazed and confused seeing so many Bavarian people ready to start to party. One wise solution for meeting new people to spend time with, particularly if you are by yourself, is just start up conversations with the people around you. The party people at Oktoberfest are very friendly and if you get the chance to meet locals you will have a more authentic trip and probably learn a thing or two about Munich or the Oktoberfest along the way.

I started a conversation with a German girl at the Schotenhammel tent who suggested the best Oktoberfest meal is Schweinebraten, which is basically a traditional pork steak. Pork is very popular in Germany. Oh and another tip for newbie's if you are not regular beer drinkers, keep in mind that Oktoberfest beer is one level stronger than normal beer and beer sizes are 1 liter, which the Germans call a mass. A beer costs around 10euro so be careful with alcohol and your wallet because tips are pretty mandatory. After few drinks I found myself singing drinking songs, knocking the table with my fists, dancing on tables and having so much fun with my new friends. The atmosphere is so amazing and loud with everybody dancing, screaming and laughing. I left the Oktoberfest when the tent we were in, the Lowenbrau, closed at 10.30pm, but the party basically just moved into the Metro, which was so amusing on the way back to home.

I think if I was going to go to Oktoberfest again by myself I think I would hook up with one of the tour operators who specialise in Oktoberfest tours. They take care of it all for you, including somewhere to sleep, quite often some breakfast and other meals and if needed your transport to the festival ground. There is also heaps that offer a coach of even flights from London.

I can recommend everyone to go to the Oktoberfest, even if it is just once in your life. I will be back next year and I hope you have it on your bucket list of things to do.