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Spring Break 2012 Destinations

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at SMU chapter.

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Looking for the “typical” MTV college spring break? Hop the border and catch the rays in Cabo San Lucas.  Head to the Mango Deck in the afternoon where you will find college students taking shots from the tequila man or sipping on an Adios Mothafu***.  Check out the Gigglin’ Marlin for yummy drinks and dinner.  Get your photo taken next to the huge marlin while hanging upside down.  Cabo Wabo Club is a bit of an older scene but worth checking out.  They have live entertainment, DJ’s and a swing across the bar.  And let’s not forget the famous two story Squid Roe, always a guaranteed good time. 

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Do beautiful beaches, sparkling clear water, beaming sunlight, and partying in a cave sound up your alley? Punta Cana is the place for you.  Stay at the all-inclusive Barceló hotel to enjoy unlimited drinks at the swim-up pool bar and any of the eight restaurants for your meals.  Head to Imagine nightclub to dance the night away in a cave.  Be sure to hit the famous Dominican dog stand on your 3am ride home!

Nassau, Bahamas
The Atlantis truly is the lost city found!  The massive hotel is packed with college spring-breakers and everything else you could possibly need.  Complete with water parks, aquariums, shopping, pools, restaurants, casino, bars, and clubs, you will never be bored! The Wyndham Resort and Riu are other accommodation options and you can still make day trips to Atlantis!

Aspen/Vail, Colorado
For all you snow bunnies out there, hit the slopes in one of these hip Colorado cities.  After a day in the snow chill out at one of the many après ski bars.  Check out the 39 Degrees lounge and Belly up in Aspen.  If you are headed to Vail, check out the Bud Light Street Beat free concert!  Grab a drink and some pizza at Vendetta’s and dance the night away at The Club.  Both cities also have great shopping with fun outside festivals and markets!

Park City Utah
Another great spot for skiing is Park City! Park City is a beautiful town in the snowy mountains full of many yummy restaurants and a great nightlife.  Check out the Celsius Lounge and The Star Bar. 

Caroline Wright, a double major in Business Marketing and Communication Studies at Southern Methodist University, is thrilled to be part of the Her Campus Team. Although a St. Louis native, she has enjoyed becoming a true Texan in spirit over the past two years! She has been employed by a variety of companies including Kate Spade New York, NBC Universal Pictures, Brynn Bagot Public Relations, Rent the Runway, and Nordstrom. Caroline is currently Social Chair for her sorority Kappa Alpha Theta as well as serves on the Board of SMU's Student Foundation.