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planning spring break 2012
19/f
This spring break (2012) my friends and I want to go somewhere. We were thinking mexico or florida. Well nobody in our group is really planning it out yet so I'm going to start planning it. The only thing is, i'm not sure how to plan it all out. I never realized how stressful it actually is. I'm hoping I can find something that has a good deal for students in large groups? I would also like reliable sources. Has anyone had experience planning a spring break or vacation trip that can help me out?
So far i've gotten to look at a few hotels. all the rates are about 70-120 dollars per night. Is that a good rate for college students? What should i be looking for? Also, i'm concerned about transportation. Should i consider airplane tickets or driving? what would be less expensive? If we drove, it would be about 1,790 miles drive to florida or a 3,107 miles to mexico.
i feel like this is going to be an overwhelming process, so does anybody have any advice or tips on how to plan this trip out? thanks!
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It really all depends on how many people and what you're planning on doing wherever you go.
Keep in mind that because of your age, your activities in Florida will be limited. No bars, no clubs, etc. If you're looking for wholesome fun like the beach and amusement parks, it might be a good option.
You can get really good deals on all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, even vacation packages that include airfare and transportation to the resort. If you're looking to dance, drink (the drinking age is much lower here) and hang out on the beach, that could be a good option. It also takes the stress out of planning, and you don't have to worry about cooking and cleaning (or paying for restaurants) the way you would if you were in a hotel.
If you're looking for a good deal for a lot (4+) of people in Florida, you may want to look into renting a vacation home from someone. That way you can buy groceries and save yourselves some cash. It can also be less expensive than hotel rooms for that many people.
If you're going the hotel route, hotwire.com can be useful. You specify what area you want and how many stars, and choose based on the price and amenities: the only catch is that you only get the name of the hotel after you make your reservation. Try Hipmunk for flights: it's what I use to compare prices and airlines.
Come up with a few options, price them out and let your friends vote on them. Make sure to include cost of food, gas and time (it may cost less to drive to Mexico, but if it takes 3 days each way it's not worth it!) for each option. Spreadsheets are your friend for this.
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