As summer approaches, the only thing college students are thinking about (besides finals) is summer break. And while many students will be going to school or hitting the internship circuit, these typical Spring Break destinations can be great for a quick summer getaway right after finals.
Cancun, Mexico
Cancun is bursting with college students from all over the world during Spring Break, thriving off of the destination’s undeniable popularity and parties. But May is a perfect time to take advantage of great beaches and a still very active party scene.
Cancun is the top international destination for many student travel sites such as StudentCity because it offers affordable all-inclusive deals for hotel and travel along with party packages.
Student travelers typically stay at the Oasis because of its party packages that include free access to beach parties during the day and electrifying clubs at night with celebrity performers.
Cancun is filled with life and fun, whether you are jet skiing off the coast, dancing to a beach concert or downing tequila shots at Senor Frogs. Students definitely approve this party spot.
Panama City, Florida
If you are looking for “Beach Party Headquarters,” then Panama City Beach is definitely where you should be checking in.
Voted #1 U.S. Destination, Panama City Beach will exceed all of your party expectations with all-inclusive resorts, and if you want to hit it up during Spring Break 2016, there are tons of exclusive party packages with access to the hottest beach bashes and clubs sponsored by companies such as MTV, Red Bull and Coca-Cola.
Over the past two decades, Panama City Beach’s college student popularity has grown because it is affordable, easy to travel to and has 27 miles of beaches along the Gulf of Mexico for you to enjoy with 250,000 of your closest friends.
The Travel Channel recommends staying at the Holiday Inn Sunspree because of its prime beachfront location and non-stop activities, contests and giveaways from the hottest sponsors around.
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is perfect for travelers who wish to enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of the beautiful beaches and still have the party experience at night with exclusive clubs and entertainment.
Mega resorts like Barcelo Dominican Beach offer affordable packages that include meals, alcoholic beverages and water sports. Students traveling to Punta Cana never have to leave the resort because they have everything on the property including casinos, nightclubs, and pool bars. Margarita please!
If adventure is your thing, Punta Cana will fulfill your expectations with endless activities such as, swimming with dolphins, taking a jungle safari tour or dancing the night away at a club in an ancient cave.
With more than 21 miles of white sand beaches students can explore and relax affordably “without a care in the world, and a cold beer in their hands.”
Whatever happens on vacation, stays on vacation, right?