20 US Spring Break Vacation Ideas
A spring break vacation is different for everyone.
Some people want to enjoy the sun and beach, while others want to explore the outdoors.
We’ve put together a fun list of US spring break destinations, whether you go with family, friends or solo!
The hard part will be deciding where to travel to enjoy a spring getaway!
Here are a few more spring vacation ideas in the US to add to your bucket list!
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What to Pack for a Spring Vacation
1. Hiking Gear
- Spring hiking may mean wet trails, and even some patches of snow! You’ll want waterproof hiking boots or shoes: → Check out our favorite Merrell Moab hiking shoes!
- Hiking socks that breath… and if they prevent blisters, that’s even better: → Check out the BEST SOCKS by Darn Tough!
- Walking stick or trekking poles
2. Clothing – Layers
- Wicking and quick-drying base layers
- Fleece or insulated jacket: → Columbia fleece jackets are our favorite!
- Waterproof rain jacket
3. Daypack
- WATER: → Use refillable water bottles or a hydration backpack
- FOOD: → Check out our list of healthy snacks
- Flashlight or headlamp
- National Park maps
- Sunscreen
- Lip protection with sunscreen
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hand lotion
- Toilet paper (carry out in a bag – do not bury)
- Hand sanitizer
- First aid kit
- Bags to pack out trash
4. Other
- Cell phone
- Portable charger
- Medications
- Binoculars
- Guide books
- Camera Gear
Spring Break Vacation Ideas
Family Friendly Spring Break Destinations
Spring break is the perfect time to plan a family vacation. Here are some fun ideas for places to go on spring break with kids!
A family spring break vacation becomes an adventure when you visit a national park! Here are tips and kid-friendly programs so you can make the most of your time at these parks.
Oregon has world-class attractions, interactive museums, zoos, state parks, a national park and 363 miles of beach lines to explore, which makes it a terrific spring break destination with kids!
The Hawaiian Islands offer a huge variety of activities for families. We recommend the Big Island with kids as it offers the best diversity of Hawaii.
Are you in desperate need for a tropical vacation? Hawaii is calling your name! These are my top tips for families planning their first vacation to Hawaii.
Planning on hitting the road as a family? Here are our favorite Midwest Road Trips to Take With Kids and what not to miss when you are there!
Sarasota is the perfect family beach vacation. Read this post for tips for visiting Sarasota in the spring.
If you enjoy collecting shells on the beach, you will love Sanibel Island in Florida. It’s a fun destination for families.
Southern California is the perfect spring break destination. Enjoy the outdoors on these fun family friendly hikes!
Spring Break Vacation Ideas in the US
Use this list to plan a fun spring break vacation in the US!
If you want a spring break destination filled with outdoor adventure, we recommend you plan a US national park vacation.
Of course you want to visit Florida for spring break! But where?? Not everywhere is an insanely packed beach! Discover all the options here!
This Oregon bucket list of places to visit and things to do is a compilation of recommended activities from others who live in or have visited the state.
The northern Oregon coast has an abundance of activities, scenery and fabulous food to offer. Enjoyable for all ages!
Here’s why 2021 is the year to make a trip to Disney!
Looking for a fun Spring Break weekend with the girls? Waco is the perfect place! Read this post for tips for your trip to Waco, Texas
Moab, Utah in the spring is a terrific time to enjoy mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, river rafting, off roading in Jeeps and ATVs.
I love to travel more than anything, but sometimes it just isn’t feasible. Perhaps work schedules don’t allow, the money isn’t there, OR you just don’t feel like contributing to the carbon imprint on that level. In that case, there is no better way to get away than by celebrating what your own surroundings have to offer. Here’s how you can put together a spring break staycation in 3 easy steps.
International Destinations for a Fun Spring Break Trip
Just for fun we added two places outside the US to add to your spring break travel bucket list!
Spring in Japan is the most beautiful season. The cherry blossom attracts visitors from all around the world, while the food scene changes and adapts to new seasonal flavors. The weather is mild, picnics are in order and it feels like a time of celebration.
Spring in southern Puglia, Italy is an ideal time to enjoy the many religious festivals, fresh produce in regional dishes and beautiful coastline. In Santa Maria di Leuca at the most southerly tip of Italy's heel of the boot, the beaches are free of crowds yet its still possible to enjoy cruises of the Adriatic and Ionian coastline.
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Thanks for sharing this post this week. My husband hope to travel to Waco this summer for our anniversary – hopefully. I look forward to reading your post about Waco. #HomeMattersParty
Hopefully you can take that summer trip!