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Best Spring Break Value Destinations for 2007

At CheapTickets, we know that that "the less you pay, the better it feelsSM," especially when you're a college student on a budget! So to make sure all the hard working students with champagne tastes and beer budgets can have their day in the sun, CheapTickets presents our 2007 Spring Break Cheapometer.

We took your top ten picks for Spring Break getaways and matched them up with the average daily rate (ADR) of 3-star hotels in each destination to come up with our 10 best Spring Break values. Now it's just up to you to pick your destination and plan your sun-filled escape!




Daytona
$131.10 ADR
Another great Spring Break value, Daytona's long stretches of beaches leave plenty of room for windsurfing, sailing, water skiing and surfing. Add to that a myriad of parties, concerts and clubs and you've got a spring getaway that you won't soon forget - even if some of the details are a little fuzzy! Find South Padre Island vacation packages


Acapulco
$135.95 ADR
For exotic on the cheap, Acapulco hits the spot! Acapulco's non-stop 24-hours-a-day energy, 360 days of sunshine and surprisingly reasonable digs fit the Spring Break mindset perfectly. Dine at midnight, dance until dawn, and sleep all day on a sun-soaked beach! Find Acapulco vacation packages


Panama City
$141.53 ADR
Another affordable Florida destination, Panama City boasts over 27 miles of white sand beaches along the Gulf of Mexico. Spring Breakers can spend their days swimming, sunning and parasailing and their nights sampling the club scene or kicking back at open air beach bars. Find Panama City vacation packages


Miami
$163.20 ADR
Class won't cost you a whole lot of cash in dazzling Miami. An average room rate of $163.20 per day will leave you and your pals with plenty of dough to hit the South Beach nightclubs, shop exclusive boutiques, dine with the rich and famous and otherwise up your social status - if only for a week! Find Miami vacation packages


Bahamas
$208.47 ADR
Combining the easy-going spirit of the Caribbean islands with a bit of European flair, the Bahamas is one of our top 5 most popular Spring Break destinations. Leave the homework and exams far behind with parties on the beach, high-tech nightclubs and world-class casinos in Nassau, Paradise Island and Freeport. Find Bahamas vacation packages


Los Cabos
$210.89 ADR
For a Spring Break with a little spice, head to Los Cabos in Mexico. Located at the tip of the Baja Peninsula, the waters of Los Cabos are ideal for snorkeling, surfing, diving and kayaking by day, while hotspots like the Cabo Wabo Cantina keep the party going at night. Find Los Cabos vacation packages


Jamaica
$218.29 ADR
For Spring Breakers in search of a little adventure Jamaica hits the spot. Besides white sand beaches, you'll find mountains, waterfalls, water sports and wildlife to satisfy your active side. Plus, you'll get all the sun, rum and music you can fit into a weeklong escape from reality! Find Jamaica vacation packages


Cancun
$229.06 ADR
For a little international flavor that's surprisingly close to home, Cancun hits the spot. Beautiful hotels with spectacular pools may tempt you to stay poolside but the Caribbean waters and powdery beaches can't be missed. Add to that great dining, an infamous nightlife and tons of activities and your Spring Break is complete! Find Cancun vacation packages


Key West
$243.90 ADR
Key West lets lose all year long and Spring Break is your opportunity to join in the party! Celebrate the sunset each night at the southernmost point in the continental U.S., check out Sloppy Joe's and other infamous spots, and generally revel in the tropical life in Key West. Find Key West vacation packages


How did we create this Cheapometer guide? We looked our most traveled-to destinations in 2006, and identified which month had the lowest average daily hotel rate for each location. Now you know where you can maximize your travel experience without maxing out your credit cards.