You wont have any trouble meeting new friends at TTR. Some you may find, could become life long friends. I am willing to bet this will be your first trip of many.
We're in on the 18th as well, and once again we are going to do our absolute best to try and avoid the dreaded 'first day curse". With a little luck and a lot of self restraint we'll make it out on the first night. To be honest our track record for this has been abysmal. I think it's the self restraint part that gives us trouble, particularly after seeing so many friends during the day, and every one of them wanting to share a drink. SO.. If you see us by the sexy pool on the 18th, do your best to keep us propped up and well hydrated so we can finally wear the damn first night costumes we drag along each time, yet never seem to use. lol SO looking forward to this trip!