Miami might be breaking up with Spring Break this year, but with hot days, and beautiful beaches to relax, and even hotter nights offering endless bars, clubs and restaurants, its easy to see why Florida still remains a firm favorite with College students!
You might have seen that Spring Break hotspot Miami has "broken up" with Spring Break, imposing new rules for visitors in hopes of preventing chaos, even Gov. Ron DeSantis stopped by Miami Beach with a message to visitors: "If you're coming here to enjoy Florida, and to have a good time, fine. If you're coming for these other reasons, if you're committing crime, causing havoc, you're going to pay the price."
Despite the warnings, Miami, and Florida is still expecting to see record numbers of travelers from across the U.S . arrive in the sunshine state for the annual spring fling fun!
According to the TSA, travelers to Florida are up 6% for Spring Break this year, compared to last year, so let the party begin!
Student tour operator, StudentCity who specialize in trips for college students nationwide have put together the best places to go for spring break in Florida, and yeas the list still includes Miami!
College students spend spring break in Florida for a refresher course on fun in the sun, sand, and sea. With over 1,000 miles of beautiful, uncrowded beaches, a Florida spring break sparks the imagination with daydreams of sunbathing and partying on the sand.
Florida's beaches combine a warm climate with the safety of accessible transportation. The many beaches that line the state cater to spring breakers and vacationers by having hotels, clubs, bars, and restaurants along the shoreline. Close quarters make it easy to go straight from the club to the hotel room without driving.
With multiple prime Florida spring break locations, deciding on the right place to go depends on what spring breakers want to do. Before choosing a destination, check availability and pricing to ensure everyone else hasn’t chosen the same place.
Get started by checking out the best Florida spring break spots on the beach!
Daytona Beach
Partying at Daytona Beach remains a spring break tradition for thousands of college students. Known for a raucous spring break party scene, Daytona Beach offers 23 miles of pristine white sand beaches, and transforms into a throbbing mecca of bikini and board short clad hard bodies come March.
Multiple beachside resorts cater to the celebratory atmosphere, with clubs close to beach hotels bumping into the night.
For over 20 years the VIP Passport has been the golden ticket, literally, to the best parties and specials the town has to offer. The card offers free admission to Daytona's largest Spring Break night clubs. Discounts on select restaurants, parasailing, jet ski rentals and much more!
The VIP Passport is the only card that gets you in to Daytona's most popular Spring Break clubs; Razzle's, Ocean Deck, and 509 Lounge. If you plan on partying while you're here (duh!), it'll pay for itself several times over. Get your VIP Card here.
Cocoa Beach
Cocoa Beach is Florida’s surfing capital. Here, you can gear up at the Original Ron Jon Surf Shop, which operates round the clock. This one-of-a-kind retail location is the world’s largest surf shop and no visit to Cocoa Beach would be complete without the purchase of a Ron Jon T-shirt or boogie board.
Cocoa Beach attracts lively crowds every spring who come by to have a good time. Ride the waves. Lounge on the shore or join free beach yoga sessions. Catch free live music at the Cocoa Beach Pier or indulge in beachside eats at local joints serving up great food at realistic prices.
Clearwater Beaches
Clearwater Beach is a major hotspot for college kids seeking sun, sand, surf, and fun during Spring Break. . From soaking up the sun on pristine, white-sand beaches to embarking on thrilling water sports, spring break in Clearwater Beach won’t leave you with a minute to be bored. It’s no wonder that this Florida haven is considered one of the top spring break destinations for college students across the US.
Don't miss Pier 60, the quintessential spot to watch the sun waste away, as well as browse the various wares from artisans, crafters, and musical buskers.
Panama City Beach
Panama City Beach attracts thousands spring breakers every year with its white sand beaches, beautiful views of the open ocean, and the potential to see the bottlenose dolphins who prefer the beach above others.
Panama City Beach offers 27 miles of sugar white beaches, this destination gem boasts some of the very best in nightlife, events, and hotel accommodations that will fit within any budget. If you’re ready to celebrate your Spring Break this March, book your travel to Panama City Beach and join us for the biggest student event of the year!
South Beach
Notorious as one of the best spring break beaches in Florida, Miami Beach offers some of the wildest nightlife experiences in the state. From chill vibes to rooftop partying, there’s somewhere to go for every spring breaker in Miami Beach.
When most college students imagine a Florida spring break, they picture the bright buildings, high-end shopping, and nighttime entertainment of South Beach. Visitors may stay on the beach in one of the historic hotels, making it easier to safely enjoy the vibrant bars and parties taking place each night.
StudentCity help students all over the country get the best travel perks to the best destinations, including spring break destinations in Florida. Contact them today to plan your trip.
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