Where is the best beach vacation in spring break 2024?
One of the most popular spring break getaways is a warm sunny beach. But which one is the best? That depends on what kind of spring breaker you are.
When spring break rolls around most of us are fed up with the cold weather and the lack of sunshine. That makes getting away to a sunny warm beach such a tantalizing option for so many when planning their spring break.
However, finding the best one obviously depends on the climate in late winter and early spring, as well as how much you can afford to spend to get there. But it also comes down to what kind of spring breaker you are. Are you looking for a party atmosphere or something more relaxed in addition to any beach-related activities available. Here’s a look at the best beach destinations on spring break.
Where is the best beach vacation in spring break 2024 to party?
Some of the top beach destinations for college students on spring break are in Florida, Texas and Mexico.
The Sunshine State boasts a number of top beaches for coeds looking for the fabled spring break experience like Daytona Beach and Fort Lauderdale. However, Florida’s Panama City is considered the ‘Spring Break Capital of the World’ and a generally affordable destination.
Another budget friendly beach destination is South Padre Island, Texas. Every year, tons of students flock to this barrier island near the border with Mexico that offers beach activities as well as a hopping nightlife.
Cancun in Mexico is the most popular destination with students that head south of the border on spring break. Also on the Yucatan Peninsula in what is known as the Riviera Maya is Playa del Carmen. Both have sandy white beaches and turquoise waters and offer numerous beach activities, besides nightlife, as well as the chance to explore nearby Mayan ruins.
On the other side of the country you’ll find Puerto Vallarta, which has been called the ‘World’s Friendliest City’ about midway down the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Northwest of there at the southern end of Baja California is Cabo San Lucas. This once sleepy costal village is now one of the hottest holiday spots.
Where is the best beach vacation in spring break 2024 without raucous college partiers?
Those that are looking for a slightly quieter spring break may also want to catch a plane to Cabo San Lucas but then head north away from the tourist resorts. Lonely Planet says that a short distance up the Pacific Coast you’ll have the chance to see wildlife, including whale watching, as well as doing water activities without the crowds.
On the Gulf of California side you’ll find Balandra Beach outside of La Paz. It was ranked as one of the best beaches in the world by Trip Advisor.
Further up the coast, north of the border, Los Angeles has become a popular spring break destination for its urban beaches. For people-watching head to Santa Monica or Venice Beach, while those that want a taste of nature are recommended to head to Malibu. Surfers and those who want “a more low-key scene” are advised to go to Hermosa and Manhattan Beaches.
Another US destination for spring break where the weather will be warm and the experience will be more laid back is Hawaii. Lonely Planet says that you can “expect much more than a mere beach getaway.” March is the end of high season, so travelers that are on a budget “can usually find (relative) discounts for getaways to the Big Island.”