1. Don’t spend tons of money on a plane ticket or hotel

There are so many places out there that were made for spring break- yes, Cabo isn’t the only place that knows how to have a good time. Try to go somewhere that isn’t going to cost you a fortune to get to, so that when you do get there, you can spend all your money on exploring, trying new things and good food and drinks!

2. Go with people who you know you won’t get tired of

Imagine being stuck on an island with a bunch of people you can’t stand and call THAT your spring break. If you know that your one friend is super high maintenance or is known to cause drama, steer clear. The best travel buddies are the ones that are down for anything, ready to have a good time and not concerned with picking fights.

3. Get off that phone

Social media is made for self-comparison. Just because you see girls from your school posting all over Instagram about how great their trip is, it doesn’t mean they are having any more fun than you are. So put away that phone and don’t be concerned with other people’s trips because being present will make your time so much more worth it.

4. Wear sunscreen and don’t forget to reapply

This may seem obvious, but if you’re like me and hibernate all winter, you may be lacking a little tan. Getting a sunburn not only hurts, but it can make you uncomfortable and self-conscious all trip. Do yourself a favor and don’t forget the SPF!

5. Prep your bathing suit collection

Let’s be real- if you’re going somewhere warm for spring break, you’re going to want to spend all your time in a bathing suit! Make sure that you get a solid stash of bathing suits that you feel comfortable in before you start packing for your trip. Spring break is about having fun and the last thing you want is to be feeling insecure about how you feel in a bathing suit.

6. Sleep, nap and then sleep some more

Spring break is made for relaxation and rejuvenation before the final stretch of the school year. Don’t overbook yourself and make sure you have plenty of time to chill before going back to school.

7. Be smart

With easy access to piña coladas and cute boys, there’s always a possibility that things could get a little wild. Have your fun night out and flirt with that cute boy- but be smart about it! For every alcoholic beverage, drink one glass of water and make sure you don’t let Chad from Apple Pie Delta take you away from having a blast with your friends!

There’s no break quite like spring break- so have your wild nights out, your crazy explorations and make tons of memories with the people you love. Be smart, prepare, relax and enjoy!!