Spring Break is the time of year most college students look forward to. It's right before the end of the semester and exactly what students need before cramming for finals, thesis projects and such. Spring break is a chance to get away from it all and have some fun. Spring break is essentially the biggest party of the year. And the college spring break experience is far different from that of high school, but it can also be quite expensive. Not every starving college student can foot the bill for a massive drinking fest in some exotic location. However that doesn't mean they can't still have the unique experience a spring break can bring, it's all just a matter of timing and packaged deals.

Obviously the sooner you book your spring break plans the cheaper it will be. So plan early. Get together with your friends and decide where you want to hang out for a week then commit to it by making it happen. The more people involved the cheaper it will be as well. Check out all your options. By sitting down and figuring out the numbers you might be able to save a wad of cash. Or ask your travel agent about packaged deals. Some Spring Break companies in both Panama City and South Padre Island offer packages that include food, a specified number or hours of drinks and more. Think about it, forty hours of free drinks can be a lot if you schedule your days rights. Party it up for two days then relax for a couple and your alcohol bill won't be that high.

Another great affordable spring break option is an all inclusive. For one flat fee you have access to an entire resort, all the food and drinks you can consume and lots of extras such as entertainment, sports and scheduled activities. Or catch a party bus! Party buses take you to your destination and allow you to start the celebration on the way there. Many even have connections with hotels and will offer a packaged deal. One special to Mazatlan in Mexico offers a 5 night stay at a hotel, transportation and some drinks for only $299. Now that's a steal. A spring break experience can be planned on a budget; it is just a matter of doing some research and early planning. Have fun and try not to get yourself into too much trouble!