How to get a Spring Break Travel Deal

This article will contain relevant information for making wise decisions about booking college spring break travel packages to a variety of destinations.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Bikini or Board Shorts
• Cash money
• Nice shades
• A hard body
• High alcohol tolerance
• Ability to function with little sleep

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   Full Throttle Beach Stage in South Padre Island, Texas during Spring Break in March

   Think "overall value" instead of low cost or "cheap." Remember, you have X amount of dollars to spend on your vacation, and you will want the most bang for you buck. Looking for the cheapest trip package is irresponsible as cheap = crappy - something you won't want.

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   Saida Towers South Padre Island is an excellent choice during spring break in March

   Consider buying a "tour package" rather than attempting to book your airfare and hotel separately. Spring Break Tour Companies have not only accreditation's of professional travel associations, they have experience in booking student friendly properties, and including valuable things like meals & event parties.

3. 
    
   Nacho Libre is an Inertia Spring Break celebrity in South Padre for the pub crawl.

   Figure out your per person budget, and solicit quotes on line from a variety of travel agents and spring break tour companies. Make sure every last detail is in writing about what is included and what is not - that way, there will be no surprises when you arrive. Make sure things like meals included show the restaurant, and what you get to eat, etc.

4. 
    
   Nehemiah from MTV's the Real World appears in South Padre Island at spring break parties.

   Book early as tour operators typically require just a $150 to $200 per person deposit to hold the trip, and the balance isn't due until 60 days before the trip. This will lock in the best possible price for you. Make your payments on time.

Tips & Warnings

• Check out the travel company. As a minimum, they should be members of the Better Business Bureau and the American Society of Travel Agents
• Use a major credit card to book your tour. Visa/Mastercard make sure their cardholders do not get ripped off of course
• Consider staying in the USA for spring break - not only is it safer, it is usually cheaper since you can drive yourself there
• Use protection on spring break vacations
• Obtain a passport early if going to Cancun or Acapulco spring break
• Don't look for the cheapest price - you are looking for travel problems later if price is your only considereation