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Spring Break 2012
After weeks of surfing the Internet, scrambling for extra cash, and compiling the most ridiculous and fun group of people, you can finally breathe a sigh of relief—spring break 2012 has been booked! Although Panama City Beach is the legendary college spring break that I believe everyone should experience for themselves (preferably as a freshmen/sophomore when you care even less about staying at a nice hotel), the weather is barely over 65 degrees, you’re squeezing three to a bed, and the road trip down and back can be exhausting. As a junior, my friends and I found it much more worthwhile to take the extra mile and fly down to Ft. Myers Beach, Florida, which is sure to bring 80 degree weather, an actual opportunity to lay out and relax, and of course a fun party scene. It may not be an all-inclusive resort in the heart of scorching Mexico, but let’s be honest here…we’re all pretty broke at this point in our lives and can’t really afford such an expensive trip. We are all pretty confident that no matter where we are, as long as there is sun and music, we’ll have the greatest time ever. After already experiencing two raging college spring breaks myself, there are definitely a couple of items to bring along to ensure the greatest time ever: an extremely loud iPod player, 3-5 pairs of cheap neon frat sunglasses, energy drinks, and WATER. Although overlooked on this kind of a trip, sometimes when you find it easier to get a hold of beer rather than water after a night out, an ice-cold water bottle is like a gift straight from god (especially in Mexico). And how are you supposed to have a decent pregame party with your new hotel friends without a loud iPod player? That is definitely something that is often left out of your suitcase packed with bikinis and jean shorts that is severely missed. As for energy drinks, mid-week you will probably reach a point where nothing sounds better than a bed and blanket, and naptime is kind of on a shortage at these types of places. So instead of cracking and staying off the college kid-filled beaches for an entire day, chug a monster, grab some cheap sunglasses and get out there! So whether you’re one of the lucky students heading to Mexico, or you’re just a poor freshman that can barely afford Panama, get ready for the time of your life in just one short month and don’t forget the essentials! Most importantly—bring your best attitude and your best friends—there is no way possible you will have a bad time even if you stay in East Lansing.
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