Spring break is fast approaching, and since most schools scatter their vacations, some students may find themselves stuck at home. But even if you’re not hitting the slopes or playing on the beach, follow these five sure-fire ways to beat boredom and have just as much fun (if not more!) at home.

1. Plan a Road Trip and Visit Other Friends

The great thing about spring vacations in college is that, unlike Thanksgiving break, they’re not at the same time. And while that may be a good thing if you don’t want to awkwardly run into people from high school at your hometown bar, beat boredom and plan a mini-vacation to go visit your friends who are still in school. You’ll still get the feeling of being back at school, just on a different campus. Have them give you a tour of their favorite places to eat, drink and be merry. Or, if you’re feeling really adventurous, drive all the way to your state’s border, and pull a Mandy Moore in A Walk To Remember by being in two places at the same time. How cool is that?

2. Plan a Stay-cation

While you may be jealous at the people that are heading to South Padre or Panama City Beach over break, you can bring the beach to you without spending the huge price-tag on airfare and hotels. Google local tanning facilities in your hometown and get a spray tan, if available. This is an easy and safe way to add some color without stepping on a plane. Make your own tropical drinks (try these recipes from Food Network), put together a rockin’ island-themed playlist (to make it seem like you’re actually at the beach), lay out the beach chairs in your living room, pick up a trashy beach novel, and just relax. Be sure to add these five tunes on your beach-ready soundtrack: Read More »

Coming back from spring break made me realize I wanted to permanently live my life on vacation. I spent last week on a beautiful but trashy Florida beach, and I took a lot of time to think about where I’m going to spend my vacations as an adult (since I’ll never have another spring break).

When I’m on vacation, I’m the happiest I can be, so if anyone wants to offer me a job that allows me to take extended trips to these ten locations, please let me know. I will be able to relocate immediately, and I am willing to do any kind of work (except sexual favors). Read More »

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It’s about that time again, Spring Break is here! I’m on my way to Destin, but I wanted to give y’all some SB sun safety advice. I love being tan, and there’s nothing wrong with that but please practice safe sun. You should be wearing sunscreen every day, but especially when you’re traveling to a beach area. It can be really tempting to slather on tanning oil without any sun protection, I’ve been there. But if you’re going to use tanning lotion, make sure it has some kind of SPF in it and at least put SPF 15 on your face. I don’t want any of you reaching lobster status on a scale of zero to fried because that will just ruin your trip. Bring aloe with you just in case you do get burnt, and make sure you’re drinking tons of water in between those fruity cocktails!

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Spring break is on its way and I know I’m not the only one getting excited. In display of my excitement, here are some funny pictures of cats and dogs doing what I want to do over the break: tanning, surfing, chilling, wearing sunglasses (because there’s actually sun in Spring Break Land, unlike the East Coast), etc. No, you probably won’t see any animals doing human things at the beach, but these are still pretty funny. I’d like to train my dog to wear a bikini but I’m pretty sure he’d bite me or run away. These pictures will have to do instead… Read More »

Planning on getting away for spring break?

While I love to travel, the one thing that I don’t love about it is planning the flights. Trying to find the perfect flight on the date and times you want, without too many layovers, at the lowest price possible amidst the sea of flight options out there is enough to drive a person crazy.

But with Hipmunk, booking flights is now a whole lot less stressful.

Hipmunk is an airfare search engine that, like other similar sites, lets you search multiple airlines to find the right flight for you. However, it stands apart from the competition with its clear, easy-to-understand interface. For example, while Kayak also searches multiple airlines, it still generates multiple results pages. With Hipmunk, you’ll get only the best results on one page. Read More »

SPRING BREAK. I have to admit, I’ve been counting down the days until Spring Break since the beginning of the semester. And it’s almost here! Whether you’re jetting off to somewhere warm and sunny, or you’re just looking forward to the days of short shorts and tank tops, Spring Break is the perfect motivation to get in shape. To help us all out, we’ve got a special edition of Dorm Room Workout this week. Celebrity trainer Michelle Lovitt has sent over a customized workout for CollegeCandy readers. Try these moves out and you’ll be looking lean and toned in no time! And make sure to check out the “What I’m Wearing” section at the end of the post for a discount code to use on Zobha activewear!

Michelle says:

Jump into your fitness program to get fit for Spring Break with a good diet, including proper hydration and a positive mental outlook. Take off off extra pounds and fuel up for workouts by building a better meal plan, doing more cardio for fat burning and strength training for toning up those arms, abs and butt. Avoid pulled muscles and shape up safely by gradually increasing your cardio and strength workouts, focusing on improving endurance and flexibility. Getting adequate sleep is essential – aim to get at least 8 hours of sleep to help your body rejuvenate itself.

Cardio, Cardio, Cardio and Heart Rate

Invest in a heart rate monitor. Workouts should aim to keep your heart rate within 65-85% of your maximum (220-age= x.65 and .85). This is your target heart rate range. By monitoring your Heart Rate during cardio, you can gauge your workout intensity and level of fitness while getting an accurate read out of calories burned. This helps motivate body fat loss and maximizes all the benefits of exercising in a short space of time. Read More »

Nothing rings in the spring season like an assortment of colors and noticeable patterns! After New York Fashion Week graced the public with edgy trends and jaw dropping collections, the low-budget for high-fashion itch has returned. You all know the feeling; that annoyingly anxious feeling you get after seeing an ensemble you HAVE to have. It creeps up on you as you browse Prada’s new collection of shoes online. You fall in love, imagine yourself stepping into the club with the girls, immediately everyone’s eyes turn to you. It’s cruel really, after this moment of complete happiness, you glance at the price and subconsciously let out a sarcastic laugh.

Of course, the limiting college budget factor doesn’t help one bit. The only thing worse than watching Betsey Johnson’s designs strut down the runway and take a life of their own? Knowing you could afford a tank top…maybe…if you saved up for five months. Thankfully, top designers like the Baby Phat team have graced all college girls and young women alike with reasonable prices and beautiful looks. Baby Phat released their designs consisting of playful maxi skirts, dresses, lace tops and fringe tie rompers. The pieces give off a relaxing vibe; that one you get when you’re taking an exam and think to yourself, “spring break…a week away!” Rock these ensembles on the beaches of Cancun, lounging on the pool deck or strolling through your favorite boutique. If you’re one of the chicks that will be sitting in your own house this spring break while all of your friends from school go on exotic vacations (Me? Jealous? Nah…) than slip on a gorgeous Baby Phat ruched skirt and close your eyes.

The pieces: college budget friendly. The patterns and colors: vibrant and infused with elements of summer, just enough to get us through the rest of second semester!

(Zigzag Wrap Romper $59)

 (Fringe Tie Romper $59)

 (Eyelet Border Tube $69)

Ah, spring break. So close yet so far away. Is it bad that the semester just started but I’m already dreaming about it? I can’t wait for a chance to get away. Where will I really be going for spring break? Nowhere. But a girl can dream, right? Here are just a few of the great places I wish I could jet away to.

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