Stephanie Castro/Assistant News Director
Spring break. Those two glorious words that mean midterms are over and it is officially time to relax and unwind.
Miami is known for being a go-to destination when it comes to celebrating spring break, right? As college students however, the price to pay for a week-long vacation isn’t easy to come by, so here are a few ways to celebrate spring break on a budget.
The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum, located on the next to the Blue Parking Garage on MMC was designed by architect Yann Weymouth in 2008 and offers free admission to everyone.
According to thefrost.fiu.edu, “The Frost has received commendation from a wide array of national leaders in the arts. As the only Miami art museum that is also an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the Frost is able to integrate Smithsonian collections into exhibitions, educational initiatives, and benefits from access to the Smithsonian’s expertise in conservation and development.”
With a plethora of events throughout the year, the Frost museum is the ideal place for art history buffs. Hours of operation are Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. The museum is closed on Mondays.
Another great art spot for graffiti lovers is Wynwood Walls.
Open Monday through Sunday, the trendy Wynwood Walls feature colorful street art murals by artists from around the world, and the entire Wynwood area is ideal for college students who love a creative atmosphere.
For Junior education student Anais Colina, her Spring Break tradition includes family time at the beach.
“I like going to El Farito beach. It’s relaxing and I grew up going to the beach with my family,” said Colina. “I also enjoy riding my bike there because I can squeeze in some exercise too.”
Senior recreation & sport management student Jordan Blecher is in agreement with Colina when it comes to beach vacations.
“I like hitting either Fort Lauderdale Beach or off South Beach to go paddle boarding or just go on the boat,” said Blecher.
Miami is known for its beaches and El Farito and South Beach just happen to be two of many. A few favorites are Crandon Park Beach, Virginia Key Beach and Oleta River State Park Beach which is popular for its water activities such as kayaking.
For students who will be spending their spring break out of town, becoming an Airbnb host is a great way to make use of your space and make a little extra cash on the side.
These are just a few ways to spend spring break without breaking the bank.
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