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3YOUR GUIDE TO SPRING BREAK!FOR OVER 75 YEARS, the college Spring Break getaway has been an American tradition. In 1936, Fort Lauder-dale, Florida became the first Spring Break destination. When MTV decided to film their inaugural Spring Break special from DAYTONA BEACH in 1986, a new hot spot was established, and up to 200,000 students began to flock to the Daytona scene year after year.

Today, Florida still stands as the number one desti-nation specifically PANAMA CITY BEACH, which has become widely regarded as the Spring Break Capital of the World, hosting more than half a million stu-dents each year!

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND offers students an affordable al-ternative to Florida Spring Breaking. Close to 150,000 students visit this Texas destination each year, making it a popular place to be each March.

The perfect weather of LAKE HAVASU, ARIZONA has made this popular tourist destination a vibrant Spring Break scene, equipped with all the amenities which have students taking notice.

For over 20 years now, the Spring Break Guide has provided students with information for college Spring Break. Weve presented affordable travel op-tions, always keeping your monetary budget in mind. Weve encouraged getting the most from Spring Break by featuring a variety of activities, points of interest, party spots, travel tips and a whole lot more. THERES SO MUCH TO DO OUT THERE, AND WE WANT TO HELP YOU FIND IT AND ENJOY IT. THATS OUR MISSION.

THE 2016 SPRING BREAK GUIDE IS PUBLISHED BY COLLEGIATE MARKETING GROUP, LLC AND IS DISTRIBUTED FREE OF CHARGE TO OVER 200 COLLEGE CAMPUSES IN OVER 25 U.S. STATES. COLLEGIATE MARKETING GROUP, LLC 2016. ALL CONTENT HAS BEEN WRITTEN AND/OR DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR THIS GUIDE, AND ANY REPRODUCTIONS OF THIS CONTENT WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION IS PROHIBITED.

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This huge Spring Break party takes place on 18 miles of sugar white sand beaches that lie on the edge of the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. According to Travel and Leisure Magazine, this destination has one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Dont miss the awesome nightlife that this Spring Break destination has to offer. Some of the largest and best beach clubs in the country call Panama City Beach home and they are all open until 4 am ev-ery night. You only need to be 18 years old to enter these clubs (21 to drink) and you can party and dance all night long! Every March Panama City Beach offers a bevy of

Panama City Beach, Florida is the number one Spring Break destination in the United States.

Nearly half a million students visit PCB for Spring Break each year.

The largest nightclub in the United States is Club La Vela, located in Panama City Beach.

Panama City Beach has enjoyed wide-spread ac-claim for having one of the worlds best beaches

Panama City Beach boasts one of the high-est concentrations of bottlenose dolphins in the world

PCB is referred to as the wreck capital of the south for its many ship-wrecks off the Gulf coast

live concerts, MTV celebrity appearances and special events that add the final touch to a perfect Spring Break trip.Panama City Beach is easily traveled to by automobile from most anywhere in the U.S. If you prefer to fly, the brand new Northwest Florida International Airport is just a stones throw from the beach. You will find once you arrive, that virtually all the hotels and condos are gulf front and almost every room faces this gorgeous beach. You will really enjoy the warmth and sunshine of this tropical climate and participating in beach activities like vol-leyball, parasailing and jet skiing. Dont believe us? Ask one of the 500,000 students that choose Panama City Beach every year as their Spring Break destina-tion of choice. Dont miss out on all the ac-tion for Spring Break 2014! For more information or to book direct with any of the hotels listed in the guide visit the Official Spring Break Website for Panama City Beach at www.pcbeach-springbreak.com.

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9For over 20 years Panama City Beach, Florida has enjoyed the distinction of being rec-ognized as the Spring Break capital of the world. Its gor-geous wide-open 27 miles of sugar sand beaches, large open air venues, and gener-ous hospitality attribute to its famous reputation. The Beach Bash Music Fest Spring Breaks ultimate beach event stands out among other daytime parties as the one place to be at in March. It is here that popular national music acts are able to perform to massive crowds on Spring Breaks largest beach stage. Sponsors are able to present their brands to thousands

of students in the hopes of attracting a captive consumer audience, and all within a safe, fun and friendly environment. Man of pop cultures hottest acts and celebs have performed here and made ap-pearances. Some of the biggest names in-clude country performers Florida Georgia Line and Cole Swindell, and EDM sen-sations Steve Aoki, Diplo and Kaskade. Since 2013, the Beach Bash Music Fest has seen major increases in attendance, break-

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sic Fest will be a three day event, be-ginning March 14 with the of-ficial pre-party, followed by the main events on March 15 and 16. Country music super-star Brett El-

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Fortunately, Spring Break is just around the corner, which means planning for your getaway should start sooner rather than later. For most college students, finding the right trip means not breaking the bank, so starting early is key in order to find the best deals for your budget. Besides taking on a few more hours at your campus job, start by talking to your friends about what kind of trip theyd want to take. Near or far? Beach or otherwise? You also all need to have a candid conversation about mon-ey, and how much you are willing to spend and not spend. The trip you plan should try to ac-commodate as much as possible without go-ing overboard, but be prepared to spend a little more than youd like for erroneous expenses

you might have forgotten about. Websites like pcbeachspringbreak.com and dbspringbreak.com offer student-geared pric-ing on hotels and information on events that is extremely helpful. Some of the most popu-lar Spring Break destinations like Panama City Beach, South Padre Island, and Daytona Beach are often booked quickly, so the earlier you start the better! Whatever plans are made for Spring Break, this time should be used as a respite from school to recharge, let loose and prepare yourself for the second half of the spring semester. Whether your destination is warm or cold, spring break is a week to look forward to, either as a distrac-tion from winter or a preparation for spring.

PLAN NOWPARTY LATERWith winter in full gear, you may find yourself daydreaming about relaxing on a sunny beach without a care in the world. Be sure that your spring break vacation will be as perfect as you imagine, and make your travel arrangements today.

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Spring Breaks first real major foray into live music began in 1986 when MTV decided to make their presence known to the world on the shores of Daytona Beach, Florida with a massive beach concert featuring some of the hottest national pop mu-sic performers. It was such a success, MTV came back several more times and played everything from Pop Rock to Hip Hop. In 1987, the Beastie Boys concert officially signalled that beach concerts were going to be synonymous with Spring Break. And in 1990 when Hip Hop hit the beach with MC Hammer, live MTV style concerts were definitely going to be the key to any Spring Break destinations success. When MTV transitioned to Lake Havasu, Arizona in 1995 and then Panama City Beach, Florida in 96 and 97 which fea-tured Gwen Stefani and No Doubt and the Spice Girls there was no denying that pop music was what ruled the beach. Then MTV returned to Panama City Beach in 2006 and then again in 08 and 09, solidifying northwest Floridas place atop the Spring Break destination chart as the place to be each

year. During that time, Rap was back, and concerts featured Lil Wayne, Drake, and 50 Cent. But it was also the beginning of the Luke Bryan and country music era. While country music was becoming the main focal point in Panama City Beach (in addition to Luke Bryan, Florida Geor-gia Line, Cole Swindell, and Kenny Chesney were top high-lights), South Padre Island, Texas was ushering in a new live concert music program for spring breakers. The Ultimate Music Experience (or just UME for short) focussed on EDM (electric dance music) which was taking the world by storm with its fast energy beats and exciting rhythms. David Guetta and Tiesto headlined the first UME in 2011 at the Schlitterbahn Beach Water Park in South Padre Island. In the years following, Calvin Harris, Skrillex, Avicii, and Steve Aoki have all performed. Even Panama City Beach has adopted the EDM vibe, showcasing talents including Dip-lo, Kaskade, Dada Life and Aoki at the Beach Bash Music Fest. Its hard to imagine Spring Break without live music. Wheth-er its Pop performances, Hip Hop, EDM, or Country, theres enough happening now at pretty much any hot destination for everyone to enjoy. As they say, variety is the spice of life, and when it comes to Spring Break and music, variety has been the secret to success!

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1986 MTV Launches their Spring Break Concert Series in Daytona Beach

1990 Hip Hop hits the beach with MC Hammer performing in Daytona Beach

1997 The Spice Girls take Panama City Beach by storm with a hugely successful pop concert

2003 Rap makes a major entrance as 50 Cent performs in Panama City Beach

2009 Luke Bryan per-forms his first of 6 dou-ble concerts in Panama City Beach, sparking a mega country music era.

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2011 The UME Festival launches during Spring Break in South Padre Island with David Guetta and Tiesto as headline performers.

2013 Up-and-coming country music artists Florida Georgia Line perform to a massive crowd at the Beach Bash Music Fest in Panama City Beach

2014 EDM superstar Steve Aoki performs in Panama City Beach to a record crowd for a paid ticketed event at the Beach Bash Music Fest

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This spring, college students will be faced with the decision of whether or not to become a Potential New Member (PNM) of a sorority or fraternitya.k.a. Going Greek.If you become involved in a Greek organization, you will come to realize the mem-bership within a Sorority or Fraternity is more about building relationships and creating networks than it is about organized partying (although there is usually a lot of that, too!). Greek organizations are commited not only to social engagements, but also to fundraising for reputible organizations, as well as academic excellence.

How does one know if the Greek life is the right way to go? Before rushing into the decision, consider that there are usually multiple Greek organizations on campus, and theyre all very different. The first group you meet may not necessarily be the right fit for you, so be patient and selective. Ask questions and learn about the dif-ferent Fraternity/Sorority houses before making your decision.

Remember that not all organizations are free. Some have a one-time fee, while oth-ers collect dues every semester. There can also be a initiation fee, and dont forget that social outings arent free!

Ultimately you want to be yourself throughout the process. Share your interests and explain what you are looking for in an organization. Dont commit on the spot and dont feel pressured into making your decision. This is about you and the role you will take moving forward in your college career. Good luck!

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SPRING BREAK BUCKET LIST: PANAMA CITY BEACH Youre in your senior year and you either havent been on Spring Break yet or your past attempts at being a breaker have been nothing more than a trip to the cot-tage with a few of your friends and a pack of beer. In other words, you have one last chance to experience a true Spring Break. Assuming that this will be your last opportunity to engage in student-oriented shenanigans, here now are some specific instructions on what you need to do to have that perfect Spring Break experience:

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Panama City Beach, Florida. The mecca of Spring Break has also been given the worldly title of Spring Break Capital of the World and is travelled to by not just Ameri-cans, but by others from various continents eager to experience what this amazing place has to offer. So, if youre going to do Spring Break right, start with the best destination.

Panamaniac Club Card. If theres one thing you should do this Spring Break, its get this card. Its literally designed to save you money and guarantees that youll be partying with thousands of fellow breakers each and every day and night at the biggest and best clubs on the beach. Daytime events, nighttime events, a free souve-nir Spring Break T-Shirt, and VIP treatment. What more could one ask for?

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The Food. You may be on a tight budget, and thats understandable. But with all the money youll save by getting the Panamaniac Club Card, you can afford at least one nice night out to one of many of Panama City Beachs premiere restaurants. Savor the fresh seafood, and really experience the southern hospitality. You need to treat yourself, especially if this is your last Spring Break. So why not do it in style?

The Beach. Dont just hit the beach. Soak every last minute of it in. Theres a reason why this place is nicknamed the Worlds Most Beautiful Beaches. Its absolutely breathtak-ing, spanning 27 miles of pure white, sugar sand beaches. Your sunset beach walks will never be the same after. Seriously, youll think youve died and gone to Heaven.

Beach Bash Music Fest. This daytime beach event is the biggest event on Spring Break. Top national acts perform on the beachs largest stage and you wont be disappointed with what you see, hear, or experience. Get the VIP package and youll be treated like royalty with your own stage platform, bar, and entrance gate.

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SHARKYS BEACH CLUB Home of the world famous Beach Bash! Youve read about it in Rolling Stone magazine and youve seen it on MTV, so dont waste another minute go expe-rience it for yourself! The dance floor is packed every night with DJ J and the party wheel. Get there early for the FREE KEG PARTY NIGHTLY and the always entertaining and wild con-tests. Sharkys is also the venue for the biggest daytime beach bash in PCB! Sharkys is part of the Panamaniac Club Card Network. 15201 Front Beach Rd. 850-235-2420

HARPOON HARRYS The College bar on the beach. Harrys makes you feel like youve walked into your favorite bar back on campus, only this bar sits right on the Gulf of Mexico! Hang out all day and partake in daytime beach contests and enjoy tons of free giveaways. After dark, Harrys becomes an energetic party bar with DJ Smiley Jay spinning all your favorites. Harpoon Har-rys is part of the Panamaniac Club Card Network. 12627 Front Beach Rd. 850-234-6060

HAMMERHEAD FREDS The party starts early every night at Hammerhead Freds with 40 FREE KEGS of ice-cold draft! Dance all night with top college DJs and get lathered in foam at their weekly foam party extravaganza. Go to Freds when youre ready to really party! Hammerhead Freds is part of the Panama-

niac Club Card Net- work. 8752 Thomas Dr. (across from The Summit) 850-233-3907

TIKI BAR Tropical oasis by day, world-famous club by night. The Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort is the only Spring Break Ho-tel in Panama City Beach with a bumpin club like the Tiki Bar on the same property! Thousands of spring breakers party at the Tiki Bar, and your spring break isnt complete until you get freaky in the Tiki! 17403 Front Beach Rd. 1-800-488-8828

COYOTE UGLY Party Ugly! Youve seen the movie about the bar, but have you experienced it? Yes, hot girls do dance on the bar. And yes, you will be hosed down if they disapprove of your drink choice. Its wild, rowdy, and its ugly! Get there early, it gets packed fast. Coyote Ugly is a part of the Panamaniac Club Card Network. 10512 Front Beach Rd. 850-236-5965

RUNAWAY ISLAND2 floors of live entertainment with a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Mexico. The restaurant boasts over 12,000 sq. ft. of dining & party space, but the crowning achievement is the outdoor deck complete with boardwalk ex-tending all the way to the shores of Panama City Beach. The 6,000 sq. ft. outdoor deck lets you take in the sun and landscapee. 14521 Front Beach Rd. 850.634.4884

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USE THE BUDDY SYSTEM: Hang out in groups and ALWAYS use the buddy system. Never allow a friend to leave a party alone. Al-ways travel with a buddy in a taxi, bus, or public transportation. If you lose your buddy, ask a proper authority to escort you home.

RESPECT YOUR HOTEL:Inspect your hotel room upon check-in and report any damage immediately. Do not hang out on the balconies of the hotel after par-tying. Do not damage any hotel property, including your room. Do NOT remove your hotel wristband as they are used by secu- rity for guest identification and hotel ac-cess purposes.

TRANSPORTATION: Check with the hotel front desk for guid-ance on the cheapest, easiest, and most reliable transportation. Use only licensed taxis and limos, and negotiate the fare before entering hired vehicles. Always travel with a buddy.

DRINK RESPONSIBLY:Knowyour limit. Note the amount of drinks per hour you are consum-ing. Do NOT accept drinks from strangers. Do not carry open con-tainers of alcohol in the street.

DRINK WATER!: Staying hy-drated can keep you from getting sick, losing your voice, and pre-vents sun stroke.

WEAR SUNSCREEN: Re-turning home tanned is great, but coming home cancer-free is bet-ter. Use the lotion! Re-apply ev-ery three hoursthe sun is most intense mid-day, the time when youll most likely be on the beach.water and

BEACH SAFETY: Do NOT swim in the Gulf/Ocean at night. Youll be swimming at your own risk if a lifeguard isnt on duty. Fol-low all beach patrol warnings. Pay attention to flags or posted mark-ers on the beach that are used to warn you about dangerous tides, harsh water conditions.

HAVE FUN!: This is your vaca-tion and it should be stress free.

SPRING BREAK IS A BREAK FROM CLASSES, JOBS, AND STRESSBUT IT ISNT A BREAK FROM COMMON SENSE! COME HOME FEELING LIKE IT WAS THE BEST WEEK OF YOUR LIFE; KEEP THESE POINTS IN MIND:

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You walk into a department store on the hunt for the perfect swimsuit. As you peruse the racks, you dont find anything impressive. You begin feel the weight of your hunt, and you wonder why swimsuit shopping has to be so much work. The truth is it shouldnt be. Swimwear shopping should be a fun! At UjENA, we know that your swimsuit represents the hopes a great Spring Break and the coming summer.

A swimsuit can say a lot about you; with the right fit and style youll be feeling both sexy and confident as you hit the beach.Express yourself in a made for you UjENA Swimsuit. Weve been designing and manufacturing the largest selec-tion of womens swimwear in the world since 1984.

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This tropical resort area, or the Island, as locals call it, is surrounded by the tranquil waters of Laguna Madre Bay on one side and the Gulf of Mexico on the other. The four miles of award winning sand beaches come alive during Spring Break, hosting some of the most active and wildest events, proudly living up to the slogan Every-things Big in Texas! The tropical weather is perfect to compli-ment your favorite daytime activities. Jet skis, banana boat rides, parasailing, snor-keling and more are all available for rental.

Padre Island is the lon-gest barrier island in the United States

South Padre Island hosts huge Texas sized Spring Break parties with celeb-rities

With the proximity to Mexico, South Padre Island is known as the Two Nation Vacation

The island is the perfect playground for sailing, fishing, windsurfing, parasailing, and jet skiing

South Padre hosts the annual Ultimate Music Experience with chart topping EDM music artists

There are also plenty of beach volleyball games that are free and a fun way to meet other people. A host of clubs and bars also keep the party going after the sun sets. Louies Backyard hosts nightly live concerts with top name national acts, Hawaiian Tropic bikini contests, DJs and dancing, bungee jumping, rock wall climbing, go carts, and more. It is perhaps the signature club and this hot spot definitely lives up to the hype. Having been featured on MTV, E!, The Travel Channel, and more, this party spot is always jumping for Spring Break. Getting To The Island is easy whether you are flying or driving. If you choose to fly most people fly into Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport which is located approx. 30 minutes away. They also have inexpensive shuttles that travel back and forth regularly. With the sheer volume of Spring Breakers flooding into this resort town, its not un-common for entire bars and hotels to be-come hubs of Spring Break activity. In fact, the entire island can feel like an exclusive Spring Break party.

Located at the southernmost tip of Texas, SPI hosts a huge Texas-sized party every year!

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10 SPRING BREAKSOUNDTRACK STAPLES:LEVELS AviciiThis feel good-song never gets old. Flo Ridacovered it for his hit track Good Feeling and itsbeen a major hit ever since.

CANT FEEL MY FACE The WeekndOne of the biggest songs of the year, this trackis nominated for multiple Grammys includingRecord of the Year.

CRUISE Florida Georgia LineTop down, cruising down the highway with thehot Florida wind in your facethis one fullyencompasses that feeling.

UPTOWN FUNK Mark Ronson, feat. Bruno MarsThis single received massive global success,spending 14 consecutive weeks at #1 on the BillboardHot 100 and recently received 2 GrammyAward nominations, including Record of the Year.

LOVE ME AGAIN John NewmanThis song was meant to be your love story and itscatchy!

SUNTAN CITY Luke BryanLuke Bryan is the Country Music King of SpringBreak in Panama City Beach. This country party anthem was inspired by Lukes time in Panama City Beach!

SWEET HOME ALABAMA Lynyrd SkynyrdThis classic southern party song is the feel-goodanthem for every southerner east of the Mississippi.

WOP J. DashNow a viral dance routine, the Wop continues to beone of Spring Breaks must-play songs in every club.

TURN DOWN FOR WHAT DJ Snake, feat. Lil JonThe theme track of Spring Break 2014 is still goingstrong!

ALL I DO IS WIN DJ KhaledFeaturing the whos who of hip hop, including RickRoss, Ludacris and T-Pain, this is the epic jam thatmakes you feel invincible!

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PADREParty inLOUIES BACKYARD A Leg-end Thirty Years In the Making! In Padre, its simply referred to as The place. Louies has been featured on MTV, 60 Minutes, the Travel Channel, VH1, ETV, and the Tonight Show with Jay Leno. You never know who is going to show up at Louies. Each year, their spring break VIP list gets bigger, so get there and be part of the Padre party action!

TEQUILA SUNSET Home of the Tuesday Night Mardi Gras Party Boasting a huge open air deck with high-top tables and stools, Tequila Sunset hosts its massive Mardi Gras party every Tuesday in March, and yes, it should be a definite stop on your party schedule. 200 W. Pike (956) 761-6198

CLAYTONS BEACH BAR & GRILL Biggest Beach Bar in Texas. Claytons is the newest and largest beach bar on the Texas coast. Listen to live music, dance on the sand and sip a cold one at the beach front bar. You can start your day and end your night with-out even leaving the beach.555 Seabreeze Blvd. (386) 255-6348

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ULTIMATE MUSIC EXPERI-ENCEEnhanced by South Padre Is-lands tropical surroundings, enjoy your Spring Break with a massive music festival featuring world-renowned talent playing the hottest electronic dance music . The fun starts early with the official pre-party, so if youre ready for the best getaway youll have all year join us this March.

TEQUILA SUNSET Home of the Tuesday Night Mardi Gras party, boasting a huge open-air deck with high-top tables and stools. Tequila Sunset hosts its

massive Mardi Gras party every Tuesday in March, and it should certainly be a stop on your Spring Break agenda! 200 W Pike (965) 761-6198

CLAYTONS BEACH BAR & GRILL Biggest Beach Bar in Texas. Claytons is the newest and largest beach bar on the Texas coast. Listen to live music, dance on the sand and sip a cold one at the beach front bar. You can start your day and end your night with- out even leaving the beach.555 Seabreeze Blvd. (386) 255-6348

LOUIES BACKYARD-A legend 30 years in the making! In South Padre, its simply referred to as The Place. Louies hosts the most outrageous parties and events on the island and it has been fea-tured on MTV, The Travel Channel, VH1, and the E channel. Every year, their par-ties and Spring Break VIP list gets bigger, so get there and be part of all the action in South Padre Island!

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Youve decided to watch the show that is currently obsessing your social circles. One episode quickly turns into two, two turns into three and by the time you come up for air, its 3am. To top it off, that test that seemed so far away is now in five hours! Do you study, sleep or finish those last 20 minutes of episode six?

ALWAYS PLAN: Spread out your episodes amongst your free time. If you generally foresee a free evening in your future, plan to finish up those last few episodes of season two and maybe start season three? WATCH WITH A FRIEND: A friend should be there to remind you (or for you to remind them) to press pause and go to the library so you can finish researching that term paper (as silly as that sounds). SET LIMITS: As a human being with physical, psy-chological and emotional needs, you must realize that when

you press play and youre telling yourself just one episode you are realistically going to sit through at least two episodes. REWARD YOURSELF: Sitting in your bed with your laptop for a whole weekend finishing up season two of House of Cards sounds like a great idea, but its really not. Be productive. Finish your work or do some solid studying and youll find yourself in a good place when you resume your show. You dont have to sacrifice your sacred TV shows and mar-athons, you just have to learn how to manage them and in-tertwine them within your day to day life.

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Located directly on the Atlantic Ocean with its balmy breezes, and surrounded by the inter-coastal water way where dolphins play with jet ski and paddle board riders. The beach is home to miles of oceanfront hotels, many of which host daily pool deck parties with music and contests. There is no shortage of night life in Day-tona, with legendary clubs like the Ocean Deck and Razzles, both of which have been featured on the Travel Channel. The

Daytona Beach has been called the Worlds Most Famous Beach since the early 1920s.

Cars can drive directly on the beach due to Dayto-nas hard packed sand

This area hosts the famous Daytona 500 race; the biggest stock car race in the world

MTV filmed their first reality show during Spring Break in Daytona Beach in 1986

Day trips to Orlandos in-credible theme parks are just a short hop away

Ocean Deck is host to outrageous nightly beach parties with a huge stage directly on the sand and great live entertainment. Razzles is a state of the art night club that has received national acclaim. Daytona Beach is easy to get to by car with interstate highways 95 and 4 connect-ing to the city. If traveling by air, Daytona Beach International Airport is located five minutes from the beach with loads of daily flights on Delta and U.S. Air. There is no need to drive your car to the clubs at night because Daytonas party bus will get you there safely. This unique, Eng-lish style red double decker bus provides free rides for Spring Breakers all night long. The party bus makes regular stops at all the major beach hotels and all the best nightclubs and beach bars. For Spring Break 2016, Daytona Beach is your destination. ITS HOTTER IN DAY-TONA BEACH!

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Its getting close to that time of year when college students look forward to getting away and enjoying some beach and sun for Spring Break. When it comes to movies, Hollywood has done a pretty good job of creating the ideal image of Spring Break, but not necessarily an image that should be taken too seriously. In 2013 Selena Gomez and James Franco starred in dark com-edy Spring Breakers about a group of girls on Spring Break in Florida. Their (mis)-adventures take them down a dark path that no student should try and replicate. In 2010, the comedy horror Piranha 3D portrayed Spring Breaks beach party excess at great lengths, complete with big stages, loud music and yes, plenty of girls in bikinis. Minus the killer pira-nhas, this movie might be considered pretty accurate. The newest film in the Spring Break genre to be released on January 22, 2016 is Dirty Grandpa, and it features an all-star cast led by none other than Robert DeNiro and Zack Efron. This crazy R-rated comedy is about Jason (Efron), an uptight lawyer who is one week away from marrying his bosss controlling daughter. Tricked by his grandfather Dick (De Niro), Jason finds himself driving the foulmouthed old man to Daytona Beach, FL., for a wild Spring Break that includes frat parties, bar fights and an epic night of karaoke. While Jason worries about the upcoming wed-ding, Dick tries to show his grandson how to live life to the fullest. The film looks hilarious, and should be box office winner, prov-ing that Hollywood still cant seem to get enough of Spring Break and its raucous behaviour. With college Spring Break starting less than a month after the release of this movie, its sure to spark interest in the top Spring Break destinations, including Daytona Beach, Panama City Beach, South Padre Island and Lake Havasu.

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RAZZLES Razzles Nightclub has been electrifying Daytona Beachs nightlife for over two decades. Located in the heart of the Beachside Party District, Razzles offers a world class nightlife experience, immersing party-goers in a world of sound, light, and video technology. Hit the dance floor and let the 50,000 watts of pulse pumping power run through your veins, or party it up in the el-evated VIP environment: The Ultra Lounge. With over 15,000 square feet of partying space, Razzles offers the largest nighttime hotspot in Daytona Beach and will make your special night complete. 611 Seabreeze Blvd (386) 257-6236

GRANDVIEW LIVE This is Dayto-nas newest Spring Break hotspot! Grandview Live provides a great mix of live Gentle-mens Club entertainment and

a huge Spring Break party and dance scene. It is located in the heart of the Seabreeze En-tertainment District directly behind Razzles Nightclub and Maui Nix Surf Shop. In addi-tion to their live entertainment, Grandview Live provides a great lounge and bar envi-ronment in Daytona Beach with an amazing sound system and features the areas top DJs. 640 N. Grandview Ave. (386) 523-0922

OCEAN DECK RESTAURANT & BEACH CLUB Hit the Deck! No Shirt, No Shoes, No Problem! Kick back and relax in a Caribbean style atmosphere of warm tropical breezes and live island music. This open air bar/restaurant is the perfect place to experience the laid back culture of the Carib-bean. With tons of free give-

aways and no cover before 10pm, the Ocean Deck is a place you wont soon forget. 127 South Ocean Avenue (386) 253-5224

THE OYSTER PUB SPORTS BAR & GRILL A Daytona Tradi-tion! Located in the heart of Daytonas Beachside Party District, The Oyster Pub has been catering to spring breakers for nearly 30 years! Quite simply, its the best environment to enjoy live sporting events with 45+ TVs serving up all the action. When it gets late, their DJs swoop in to keep the crowd going. Go for their amaz-ing food, stay for the addictive atmosphere. 555 Seabreeze Blvd. (386) 255-6348

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Have no fear! Weve got a few healthy tips to help you slim down in just a few weeks!

EXERCISE: In these weeks before your trip, you should switch up your normal cardio rou-tine. According to Kevin Schultz, director of strength and conditioning at Carnegie Mellon, rather than just spending your usual 60 minutes on the elliptical, you should do repeat high intensity bouts with short rest periods.Go hard for 10-30 seconds with 10-30 second breaks. Repeat this 10-20 times for a set. Do up to 3 or 4 sets with a 5-10 minute rest period in between each set. This cardio plan can be done on the bike, treadmill, elliptical or stair masterso mix it up! However, you can use it on strength machines too and incorporate both strength and cardio into your workout if you have time. Just keep in mind that you tend to burn more calories in a high intensity 10-minute interval than at a low intensity 30-minute interval.

DIET:We all know the usual tips: avoid bloating by not consuming fried foods or salty foods. Dont eat sweets, etc. Schultz suggests drinking 2 cups of coffee or tea a day (which should be a breeze for sleep-deprived college students) as it will help with fat oxidation, i.e., will help boost your metabolism. Just be careful not to add too

many extras to your drink, like cream, sugar, and flavor shots!

EAT BOTH PROTEINS AND CARBS:Meals and snacks with protein as well as complex carbohydrates are desirable for weight loss. Con-sider a veggie burger on a whole grain bun with lettuce and tomato or a bean burrito with salsa and lettuce to take with you on the go.

EAT FREQUENTLY: Eating every 3-5 hours will keep the hunger pains away and you will be able to stay focused and on task. Remember, overly restrictive diets tend to keep your mind focused on FOOD and not your next task, and can lead to binge eating later.

BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS: Have breakfast within an hour of getting up. 6 oz of yogurt and a cup of multi-grain cereal is a great way to get both the carbs and protein you need. How about an English muffin sandwich? Or whole-wheat toast with a teaspoon of peanut butter, an apple and some yogurt?

OR AT LEAST DRINK SOMETHING IN THE A.M.: If you are not an early morning eater then consider drinking in the nutrition with a yogurt smoothie, or skim milk latte. Something is always better than nothing.

Remember everything is best in modera-tion, in terms of BOTH diet and exercise. Dont go too far to one extreme. This is your Spring Breakgo out and have fun!

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DRESS TO IMPRESSResearch current fashions and work them on the beach! Ditch the stained t-shirts, dumpy bathing suits, ill-fitted trunks and nasty jeans.

USE THE SUNSCREENNOBODY is immune to the Florida sun. Dont be that guy walking around looking like a lobster or worse yet at the hospital with sun poisoning.

LEARN A BEACH ACTIVITYIf youre asked to play volleyball with a good-looking bunch of Spring Breakers, it will help to know how to play. If volleyball isnt your thing, learn another social game so you wont be left out of the fun!

DONT BE A LUSHAn obnoxious drunk is not cool. Being a sloppy mess isnt attractive. Enjoy yourself, but dont be the annoying, irresposible one in your group your friends will tire of babysitting, and others will only gossip.

HAVE A SENSE OF HUMORTheres nothing like making people laugh to make a good impression. Everyone loves the funny one! But dont over-do it know when to change the subject, and never tell jokes that could be offensive to new friends.

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The West Coasts Largest Spring Break Hot Spot!

It is located in western Arizona and is home to the world famous London Bridge. Lake Havasu is known for its warm days with over 300 days of sunshine and cool night-life. Spring Break in Lake Havasu is centered around the warm weather, sandy beach areas, and vibrant nightlife. Spring Break headquarters is located in the Channel Riv-erwalk and Village area, where visitors will have access to area shopping, dining, and attractions all within walking distance. Spring Breakers can enjoy easy access to the sandy shores of the Bridgewater Chan- nel located in the Channel River-walk and Village where all the action will be found. The Channel and Koko Beach serve as the place to be for daytime fun in Lake Havasu. You can rent a Jet Ski or boat from The Channel area and explore hot spots on Lake Havasu and return for an afternoon of non-stop fun in The Chan-nel. Kokomo Beach, Surf, & Party Bar is the ultimate Day and Nightclub. Kokomo, the West Coasts largest outdoor party bar, has been Spring Break party headquarters for 25 years. Kokomo pool deck features a resort style swimming pool and you will be

Lake Havasu is the home of the world famous rebuilt London Bridge that spanned the river Thames

The London Bridge is known as the worlds largest antique and draws thousands of yearly visitors

Lake Havasu was formed by the damming of the Colorado River

Spring Breakers can boat to Copper Canyon and cliff jump a popular experience!

Boating on the lake you can see petroglyphs from the ancient Chemehuevi Indians

able to join in a game of water volley- ball or other poolside games throughout the af-ternoon. Top named entertainment and the most outrageous fun can always be found at Kokomo Beach, Surf, & Party Bar. Koko-mo has a great backyard where you can play life-size pong, ring toss, and ping pong, or grab a street taco from the Ko- komo Food Truck, located inside the club. Martini Bay, located inside the London Bridge Resort, is one of Lake Havasus top nightspots. Martini Bay has some of the best DJs in the area and a night of danc-ing in this lounge is always a good time. Martini Bay has great outdoor patios and balconies with views of the London Bridge and overlooking Kokomo - Beach, Surf, & Party Bar. Lake Havasu City is ideally located and is an easy drive for students on the West Coast. Check out why The Travel Chan- nel and E! TV have named Lake Havasu as one of the top #5 Spring Break destina- tions in the world. Where to Stay: London Bridge Re- sort is the premier resort in Lake Havasu City and is located adjacent to the world famous London Bridge. London Bridge Resort is an All-Suite resort featuring three swimming pools and Splash Pool & Waterslide. The Channel is only steps from London Bridge Resort and the best nightlife including Kokomo and Martini Bay is on-site. Visit azspringbreak.com for the best Spring Break packages. londonbridgeresort.com.

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Going on a Spring Break trip doesnt have to be an occa-sion that will break the bank. If youre vigilant about sav-ing money, you can have a great spring break, without go-ing broke. Take some time to plan your trip, budget your finances, and cut back on unnecessary expenditures during the weeks and days before your trip.

Before and during spring break, consider these money-saving tips:

Book With the Hotel DirectlyThere are a number of companies that are dedicated to student travel. Booking with these companies consist of you paying a middle-man fee. Booking directly with the hotel, however, means youre cutting that middle-man fee out. Most hotels offer the opportunity to book online so all you really need is a credit card and youre set!

Budget AccordinglyWhen considering your budget it is important to prepare for the unexpected, so assume everything will cost ten percent more than youre expecting.

Road Trip Gas isnt cheap, but driving to your destination is much less expensive than flying. If youre traveling with friends, you can all pitch in for gas.

Pack Everything You Need If you have to buy clothes, sunglasses, sunblock or other common tourist items once you reach your destination, you will pay much more than you would have at home. Make a list before you go!

Bring Your Student IDCarrying your student ID can be very advantageous. Many clubs, restaurants, and attractions offer student discounts. Get GroceriesMeals out can be one of the largest and most underesti-mated expense on a multi-day vacation. Bring a cooler along and shop for food thats ready to eat at grocery stores.

Discount Card ProgramsMost of the spring break destinations offer students a dis-count party pass which usually includes free cover and happy hour specials at various bars, clubs and restau-rants. For example, Panama City Beach offers the Pan-maniac Club Card. Daytona Beach and South Padre Island have their own discount card programs too.

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