Cancun is one of the top international destinations for spring break. It’s been a consistent favorite with American and Canadian students for more than a decade, and in recent years, it’s attracted students from Europe, Australia, South America and more. If this is the year you opt to spend spring break abroad, there are eight very good...
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From Cancun to the Caribbean islands and beyond, each year more students are spending spring break abroad. While these experiences offer opportunities to explore other countries and create memories that last a lifetime, you’ll have a safer, more enjoyable trip if you follow nine savvy tips: Always carry ID. Keep one form of ID with...
For most students, spring break is about relaxing, having fun, partying and making memories. To ensure your trip does just that, follow these 11 smart strategies for staying safe: Avoid social media. Save social media selfies, tweets and posts until you return home. Don’t broadcast where you’re staying, what you’re doing next, how long you’ll...
As fun as a night of partying can be, heavy alcohol consumption takes a real toll on your body. To help you survive the aftermath and feel better more quickly, we’ve compiled nine of our best tips and tricks for dealing with hangovers: Aspirin. A time-tested remedy, aspirin is an anti-inflammatory and mild pain reliever...
Whether you’re heading to the beach or schussing down a mountain, spring break is a time to relax, kick back and have fun with friends old and new. Drinking and partying are a big part of that experience, but following these 15 dos and don’ts will help you drink smarter and stay safe. Do Know the liquor...
Whether you’re enjoying spring break, unwinding at the beach or throwing a backyard barbecue, a fun day in the sun can leave you with a warm feeling feeling of relaxation. Add in too much alcohol, and the day can leave you depleted, cranky, sunburned, hungover or much worse. Before you mix alcohol with heat and sun,...
Whether you’re heading to the beach for spring break, a summer vacation or a much-needed day away from the office, it’s important to remember a few basics. The white sands, glistening water and gentle breezes that make beaches so appealing increase not just your risk of sun and wind burns, but the severity of both...
There’s nothing better than a day in the sun to boost your spirits. There’s also nothing like the pain and discomfort of a sunburn to cramp your style. Sunburns span the gamut from mild to severe, and each requires its own type of treatment. Mild to Moderate Sunburns If your skin is visibly pink or...
If you play your cards right, Las Vegas could well be one of the best spring break escapes. It’s been popular for some time, but it’s been steadily rising in the rankings and has gained quite a following in recent years. Some surveys, in fact, indicate Las Vegas is the most popular destination, beating out...
With warm weather and miles of Gulf, lake and riverside beaches, Texas has been a popular spring break destination for decades. From February through April, students from all over the country flock to the state to bake in the sun, play in the water and party until dawn. If you’re looking for a spring break...