I recently took a trip to New York, New York and I had the opportunity to check visiting the Today Show off my bucket list. Here are a few tips for any of you Plaza-goers out there:

1. Wake Up Early

Waking up early for the Today Show is a given. You will most likely need to get to the Plaza around 6:00 a.m. if you are interested in being close to the studio. Be sure to do your research about which day you are planning on attending the show. If there is a high profile figure/major event going on, you may need to get to the Plaza even earlier than 6:00 a.m.

2. Don't Stress

Don't stress out if you oversleep, or if you don't get as close to the studio/cast as you had hoped you would. This is a fun experience - enjoy it!

3. Make A Sign

The Today Show provides Plaza-goers with markers to create signs to hold on camera. Be sure to make a sign saying "Hi!" to Grandma at home.

4. Smile

Do you really want to frown on national television?

5. Dress Comfortably

I get it, you're on national television. However, it is important to consider the fact that you're going to be standing for a couple of hours straight; so, dress in clothes you feel comfortable in.

6. Be Assertive

The cast likes to make their rounds on the Plaza in the morning, so you better be on the look out for them.

7. Forget The Selfie

Al Roker or Hoda Kotb shook your hand. That's exciting, right? Don't get too caught up in the moment and forget your manners. If the cast member is in question is in a super selfie mood, and/or if he/she offers to take a pic with you, knock yourself out. But, if the cast member is clearly in a hurry ... don't be that excessive selfie person and force a photo opt on the celeb.

8. Don't Push People

Okay, so you overslept and didn't get that ideal spot on the Plaza. FEAR NOT. The cameras will find you when the show goes live, so don't push the kiddos in front of you who actually got to the there in a timely manner. Ya snooze, you lose.