Popular Spring Break Destinations

As spring break times approaches, many families and college students are thinking about where they want to go this year. The destinations that appeal to families may not be the same destinations that will appeal to college students but there is always some overlap. For everyone who is not a college student and does not have children, for the most part, the popular destinations discussed in this article are places that you will want to avoid during much of the month of April. Unless of course, you enjoy parties and long lines, in which case these will be the perfect destinations for you too. 

Daytona

Daytona has been welcoming spring breakers for 40 years or more and it is still one of the 'go to' places, especially for college students. The beach is a big attraction and if you plan to stay at a beachside hotel, hopefully, you made your reservations a long time ago.

Orlando/Kissimmee

Even though there will be thousands of other families trying to get into WDW, for many families the perfect combination of weather and time off make this one of the most popular spring break destinations for families in the world. If you are really lucky, your school district has chosen to have spring break on one of the less popular weeks but there are plenty of parks in the area to spread the crowds around.

Panama City, Fla.

Are you seeing a pattern here? Florida definitely is one of the most popular destinations for spring break. Panama City even has its own website to fill you in on all the happening during spring break. The city, the hotels, the bars and the restaurants are all ready to welcome you so if you enjoy the beach culture and a great party, Panama City is the place to be.

Washington D.C.

For families who are not worried about a lot of sunshine but want to combine education with entertainment, Washington D.C. has a lot to offer. It has more kid-friendly museums than almost any place on the face of the earth not to mention the National Zoo, and almost all of them are free which is even better. Once the cherry blossoms have passed, so have the crowds and it is an enjoyable place to visit with lots of hotels, great restaurants and affordable public transportation.

Cancun

Cancun is a perennial spring break favorite and this year is no exception. Keep in mind however that the US State Department has a travel warning for many parts of Mexico. Carjacking can be an issue and much of the violence is related to drug trafficking. While travel is not discouraged and millions of Americans travel safely to Mexico every year, it is good to be informed and to read the state department warning. The area around Cancun and Cozumel has no specific warning issued and should be a safe and affordable area to visit.

Students and families everywhere look forward to spring break with great anticipation and this year is no exception. Many great places are available to visit and of course, a cruise is always a popular option. No matter where you chose to go it is a time to relax and recharge for the rest of the academic year. Okay, it is also time to party, but party safely and always be aware of your surroundings.