I need advice on what camera to buy? - 1

I'm asking for a new camera for my birthday. I want a Nikon. I'd like a camera that takes good, high quality pictures, but it's not too expensive. I'd say under 400, but the ideal would be around 300. I don't want a simple point and shoot, and I want one that would be easy NOT to drop. Lol. Is there any such camera that exists? And if not, any recommendations?

Any camera comes with a strap - use it.

There's no such thing as a camera that is not easy to drop. If you're clumsy and prone to breaking stuff, get a Coolpix AW100.