Spring break is one of the most highly anticipated adventures of any college student’s spring semester. The snow has melted, the weather is warming up, and students can finally step out of their boots and back into their flip-flops. However, college students can never forget that vacations can cost a lot of money… and most students have next to none! Don’t throw in the beach towel and sunscreen yet, because there are wallet-friendly options out there! Read on for the best of the best:
Outer Banks
Especially for Elon students, the Outer Banks is not far from campus. This location does not require a plane ticket and is easily accessible by car. The houses can be rented out for a low cost, especially during the spring months, and can include everything from hot tubs to private pools to in-house movie theaters. Whether they are oceanfront or a few blocks away, there are definitely houses within a price range for everyone. Though guests have to provide their own food or otherwise dine out, the house can be split between everyone, cutting costs down significantly. The Outer Banks is a place with both a thriving beach scene and a relaxed, “at-home” atmosphere, filled with restaurants, quaint shops and local attractions. Don’t miss out!
Charleston
Charleston is the New York City of the south. With a combination of rich history, a “beach-town” feel and vibrant nightlife, the city is built for every type of visitor. With all sorts of attractions, such as horse-drawn carriage site seeing, The Battery, Folly Beach, ghost tours and Old City Market, there is never a dull moment. In addition, to make it really feel like a vacation, there are plenty of places to shop, whether it’s for purchasing tourist souvenirs or the most fashionable new clothes. Finally, the food has to be mentioned, because no one can leave the city without experiencing the true, authentic versions of grits, sweet tea and the home-cooking works. With everything coming at a much more inexpensive cost, the weather will be even better than the Big Apple, and there will be crashing waves and the smell of fried apples instead of the noisy cabs and crowded streets!
Carnival Cruises
When someone mentions a cruise, it usually equates to having to spend a boatload (no pun intended) of money. However, not all cruises are created equal, and some do specialize in producing a jam-packed vacation at a lesser cost. While still being able to explore the islands of the Caribbean, the Carnival cruise line seeks to provide the best value for their customers. When selecting a room, almost all food and attractions are included, similar to going to an all-inclusive resort. Besides buying those cheesy formal dinner pictures, participating in on-land attractions such a scuba diving and parasailing and perusing the markets for the best local deals, cruising with Carnival is the most budget-friendly option for an action-packed vacation that will never be forgotten!