This was my third trip to the Playa, but the first time I went without there being an official event.
My favorite part was the trip to hot springs. They were amazing. 

We camped in the middle of the Playa a good ways away from the other people that were there. 

Suggestions:

1. Bring 2 gallons of water for every day you are there.
2. Bring along your own bathroom facilities!
3. Pack out everything you pack in, more if you find anything laying around. 
4. Bring LOOOOOONG stakes for anything you are tying down to the playa. The winds can be incredible!