Vacation, happy to get away! But let’s say you can’t get away. You can’t find a ride home for the week or – worse – among your midterms and chaotic life, you didn’t have time to plan your perfect vacation.
So you’re stuck in Orlando for spring break. But why should this be such a bad thing?
Orlando houses plenty of things to do over spring break, even if you are on a small budget! Get together with your closest friends and plan a staycation!
Here are 9 things to do to make for a perfect staycation:
Mardi Gras at Universal Studios!
Mardi Gras takes place right smack in the middle of spring break. Nothing is better than enjoying Universal’s Mardi Gras parade with a couple friends, especially during spring break. Spend the day at Universal and Islands of Adventure – jumping from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to the Despicable Me ride with a hundred little minions!
Sanford Zoo
Only 30 minutes away, the Sanford Zoo is a great way to spend a sunny day with friends.
Shopping Day!
There are PLENTY of amazing shopping malls in the area (except Oviedo). Visit the Florida Mall (about 25 minutes away), the Mall at Milennia (about 30 minutes away), or you could even visit the outlets, only an exit up from Milennia!
Road trip beach day
On a bright, sunny day, the beach is the best place to be. Every beach in the Orlando area is a mere hour away, the closest being Cocoa beach. Grab your girls and make a day of it!
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You can never go wrong with dinner & a movie at City Walk or Downtown Disney! There are plenty of places to shop and look around in both places too. Free parking after 6 at City Walk in Universal!
A Day at Lake Claire
A day on the ropes course, canoeing, etc. can be a great way to get a tan and exercise at the same time.
Beach Volleyball
Visit the beach volleyball court behind the leisure pool and put a game together with a few friends.
Support your Knights by attending a UCF baseball game!
Visit Knight Library, Mad Hatters or Knights Pub with some girlfriends.
You can never go wrong with clubbing.
With these key ideas in mind, you’re bound to have the perfect spring break, even while staying at UCF!