5 Of the Most Popular Spring Break Destinations

Miami, Florida-

Located on the southern coast of Florida, Miami is home to 16 beaches. The most popular, according to cnttraveler.com, is South Beach. This area has white sand beaches and is popular for its nightlife. Hispanic heritage is the most common in Miami coming in at 72 percent of the population. Some famous dishes among locals are Cuban sandwiches, empanadas, and various seafood. Some well reviewed restaurants in the South Beach area include “Tropezon Miami” a Mexican style restaurant and bar, and “Joe's Stone Crab”, rated 4.5 stars.

Tulum, Mexico- 

Around 80 miles north of Cancun, Tulum is a beautiful, ancient destination in the state of Quintana Rue. Once inhabited by the Mayans, it features many historical sites including the Mayan Ruins. Many tours are offered when going to see the temple pyramids and breathtaking ancient structures. The average temperature in April is 82 degrees fahrenheit. During this time of year, the town sees its highest number of tourists. Although the history of Tulum is a major selling point, the beaches are also enticing.. One of the highest rated beaches is Playa Ruinas. The scenery of this beach is unique, as it features large cliffs and natural structures with bright refreshing water and white sand.

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic-

Punta Cana is at the tip of the Dominican Republic, and it is recognized for its clear turquoise waters. Bavaro beach is a very popular location; everythnigpuntacana.com states that it's one of the largest Caribbean beaches. This beach features beautiful coconut trees. Spring break is an ideal time to visit this town because temperatures stay in the mid 80s, which makes the conditions warm yet still comfortable. Any time not spent sun bathing or swimming in the clean waters can be spent at an island with a popular dolphin attraction. This small island near Bavaro Beach provides the once and a lifetime opportunity to swim with dolphins. Your entire visit can be spent at Bavaro Beach as the surrounding features, hotels, shops, and restaurants, perfectly fit for tourists.

Cayman Islands-

The Cayman Islands are a collection of islands belonging to the United Kingdom including Cayman Brac, Grand Cayman, and Little Cayman. Grand Cayman is the most popular of these three. A majority of dining includes seafood, but the island offers a variety of cuisine from all locations. When it comes to expenses thetravel.com says that, “the Cayman Islands is a destination best left to travelers with deep pockets.” When taking this into consideration, you may think of removing these islands from your travel bucket list. But there are unique features of the Cayman Islands that could help change your mind. For example, the wildlife. Stingray city is hugely popular among visitors. There, you will have the opportunity to book snorkeling tours with majestic stingrays in their habitat.

San Juan, Puerto Rico-

San Juan is the perfect combination between the city and the beach. This city is Puerto Rico's capital and  offers stunning beaches, buildings, historical landmarks, and an energetic nightlife. Walking throughout San Juan you will see colorful, picture worthy, Spanish style architecture in the homes and buildings. This island is an affordable vacation option when it comes to food, hotel rooms, and overall spendings. Fortaleza street is the postcard destination of San Juan. It features the famous colorful floating umbrellas, perfect for a picture to look back on when reminiscing about your trip. When it comes to food, discoverpuertorico.com suggests that a must try food is mofongo. Mofongo is an authentic Puerto Rican dish; the primary ingredients are plantains, pork skins and garlic. San Juan is by far the most well rounded destination on this list.