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sunshine Jan 22nd, 2003 07:47 AM

Where can we go mid March for sunshine (WITHOUT college/highschool spring breakers)?
 
My husband and I want to get away somewhere warm, sunny to lay on the beach and do the &quot;beach&quot; thing...jetski, snorkel, etc.<BR><BR>Mainly our focus is R&amp;R, also we enjoy walking the beach @ sunset and sipping Pina Coladas.<BR><BR>Any suggestions on a place with long stretch of beach, where we can avoid the spring breakers but still be in warm weather?<BR><BR>Thank you.

xxx Jan 22nd, 2003 08:06 AM

How about San Juan, or Barbados,or the Caymen Islands?<BR>

sunshine Jan 22nd, 2003 08:41 AM

I did look into the Cayman and San Juan, but the airfare from Detroit is quite high...roughly 800-1000.<BR><BR>I was looking for a more affordable vacation, but I will see if I can find deals to one of those places.<BR><BR>Thank you.

x Jan 22nd, 2003 08:52 AM

Did you check your Sunday's travel section to see what kind of package deals were available?

me Jan 22nd, 2003 08:58 AM

If it's affordable then the College crowd and/or families with children will be there. I can't think of any affordable destination that you could avoid them.

Sara Jan 22nd, 2003 09:00 AM

Check on the FL Keys other than Key West. Search the net. There are lots of websites.

sunshine Jan 22nd, 2003 09:04 AM

Hmmm good point, if its cheap, the kids will flock to it. I guess you get what you pay for.<BR><BR>What about California. Is Palm Springs warm typically? I know the weather station said it fluctuations apx 30 degrees in any given day?<BR><BR>I'll keep checking.<BR><BR>I'll check the newspaper again.<BR><BR>Bon voyage happy travelers!

Sue Jan 22nd, 2003 09:09 AM

Check Scottsdale and Sedona areas. Go to weather.com for forecasts and comparisons. <BR><BR>As for the college kids, they flock to Panama City, Cancun, Key West, Daytona. I think you are pretty safe in the Caymans, Belize, Aruba, Barbados. Just don't book a resort that has kids programs because then you will get all the little kids and their parents.

suzanne Jan 22nd, 2003 09:09 AM

How about one of those resorts that caters to couples only? Like Sandals, etc. Either that or some expensive vacation (that college students can't afford) are the only way you'll truly be able to avoid spring breakers if you want a beach vacation.

Ginny Jan 22nd, 2003 09:21 AM

Saw an article about this resort 2 hours from Acapulco in Conde Nast. Doubt if many spring breakers go there.<BR><BR>Hotel Villa del Sol, a resort on Playa La Ropa. hotelvilla delsol.com

Debi Jan 22nd, 2003 09:40 AM

You might also check the west coast of Florida - Sannibel, Captiva, Marco Island - I don't think they're big college break draws - they're quieter....

Denise Jan 22nd, 2003 10:12 AM

Palm Springs and Phoenix/Scottsdale would be very nice at that time, but they aren't on the beach. ;)<BR>Many resorts have great pool areas though, with waterslides, and bars etc.<BR>Happy planning &amp; Have a great vacation!

Reese Jan 22nd, 2003 10:30 AM

Try Hawaii-it's too expensive for most spring breakers.There will probably be lots of families at Waikiki so I would avoid it there. The outer islands shouldn't be too bad-Maui (don't stay at Kanaapali-too busy), The Big Island is great all year long and Kauai.All the beautiful beaches and watersports you could dream of!!

sunshine Jan 22nd, 2003 10:54 AM

Thanks everyone for the good advice and insight.

BP Jan 22nd, 2003 11:05 AM

Try Captiva Island, Fl. FLY into Ft. Myers. Very tropical feel. Very few kids.

shelly Jan 23rd, 2003 05:02 AM

Palm Springs California is beautiful. The weather should be nice too.<BR><BR>Not on the ocean, but beautiful scenery with lovely swimming pools.

Connie Jan 23rd, 2003 07:24 AM

My sister went to Port St Jo, Florida last year during spring break and practically had the place to herself. This area has been named as one of the best beaches in the U.S. but it isn't a party scene so the kids don't go there.

x Jan 23rd, 2003 07:38 AM

palm springs is not the beach but would be sunny and they have discouraged spring breakers over the years so you don't get too many kids.<BR>belize would be another choice.

xxx Jan 23rd, 2003 09:59 AM

I can't believe how many people responded to this post with inland suggestions when the poster clearly wants a beach vacation. She couldn't have stressed anymore that she's looking for the &quot;beach thing&quot; and people suggest Sedona. I don't get it.

xxx Jan 23rd, 2003 12:34 PM

The original poster was the first mention Palm Springs, so others have included it in their responses.


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