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Georgia Has One of the Most Affordable Spring Break Spots

Spring break season is on the way, and plenty of people from across the country will be flying or driving to their perspective destinations to get their vacations going. Spring break is really the unofficial kickoff of the travel season, and as it turns out, one Georgia destination has been named the most affordable spring break spot for 2025. Affordable Georgia Spring Break Spot So, which Georgia travel destination is the most affordable spring break trip for 2025? According to the travel experts at U.S. News and World Report, it's Savannah, Georgia, which ranks No. 14 on their "Best Affordable Spring Break Trips" tally. They like this spot because a spring break in Savannah spring "appeals to culture hounds, foodies and partygoers alike," plus "it won't break the bank." They also note that many great attractions in the area are free. It's so nice to see a city like Savannah get named alongside some of the hottest spring break destinations in the country. If you're wondering, U.S. News and World Report names Panama City Beach at No. 1 and Yosemite National Park at No. 2 on the roster. They went with Panama City at the top because it's "a tried-and-true Florida spring break location that is sure to please the masses." It's difficult to argue with that, because it is a top spring break destination. So, what's the hottest spring break travel destination in America, in general? According to a study from AAA, it's Florida, which again, isn't surprising. When I was in college, almost everyone went to Florida for spring break, or Mexico, but mainly Florida. I wasn't so lucky and stayed home over spring break, but it was fun to hear about everyone's adventures the following week. "AAA Travel booking data shows the Sunshine State tops the list of Spring Break destinations," AAA notes, adding that, "Florida's beaches, family-friendly attractions, and cruise ports make Florida a logical choice for in-state and out-of-state travelers seeking some fun in the sun. While Orlando is the top choice for Spring Break travelers, Fort Lauderdale and Miami are the two most popular domestic cruise ports." The AAA survey also found that the most popular times for people to travel are from March through August, and for many travelers, their first vacation of the travel season will be for spring break. The timing for spring break often depends on school and college, since schools and colleges have different weeks off designated for spring break.

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