Congratulations! You have made it past the halfway mark of the semester! Spring Break looks a little different for everyone: some choose to go home, take a trip with friends, and others enjoy their time alone. No matter what you choose to do, it’s important to enjoy your time away from school and work-related responsibilities. According to a Fox 26 Houston article by Rapini, Spring Break is vital to restore higher levels of well-being, maintain mental and physical health, and return to school and work-related responsibilities with more efficiency. Here are a few last-minute Spring Break ideas for those staying on campus.
If you love the outdoors, and are living in a warmer climate, consider engaging in a new ocean activity. Surfing, paddle boarding, and kayaking are a few of many beach activities that will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the ocean. If your college funds permits it, sign up for lessons so you can feel more confident and gain professional guidance. If an ocean is nowhere to be found, consider sight-seeing or hiking at a nearby landmark. Estes Park is a remarkable sight at the base of Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. It features various outdoor activities for the cool and warm climates and is a great option for students in Boulder.
If you are looking for activities on a budget, and you don’t love the outdoors, consider visiting a free-admission market or special event in your area. Free-admission markets and events are a great way to support local vendors. Hilo Farmers Market is located in the heart of the Big Island of Hawaii and is surrounded by local eateries and shops for students in Hilo. Another great way to enjoy your break on a budget is to go thrift shopping. Thrifting is a sustainable and affordable way to get your hands on trending clothes and miscellaneous items.
If you are staying back with friends, consider taking an impromptu non-airline trip. A road trip to a neighboring city or state is a great way to visit places that you don’t have time for during the semester. The best part of a road trip? It can be personalized. If your group of friends enjoys local eateries, national parks, or museums, all of these options can be tweaked to your liking. If you are looking to go unplugged, consider a camping trip. Find a safe and legitimate camping ground within your group’s price range. Manzanita Campground is an affordable option for those wanting to explore Coconino National Forest in Arizona. This is a great option for students in Sedona and neighboring cities such as Flagstaff.
If you need some well-deserved “me” time, Spring Break is a great opportunity to decompress and get into a book or television series. Barnes and Noble has a BookTok section that features trending book series. Another great way to take time to yourself is to go on a daily self-date. A run to your favorite coffeehouse, lunch at a local restaurant, or shopping at your favorite boutique, are great ways to get in your “me” time.
If you still don’t know what to do, Spring Break is a great opportunity to deep clean your apartment/house, clear out clothes and miscellaneous items you no longer use, and create a new schedule (everyday, schoolwork, workout, etc.), if your current one no longer works for you. In any and all activities you choose to do (or not do) this break, make sure that it is beneficial to your overall wellbeing. Take advantage of your time off; so you can return feeling rejuvenated for the remaining month(s) of the semester.