By Nusrah Azeez

Spring break time is a fun time. The countdown is finally over. Spring break is here!!! If you are thinking about what to do over the break, check out these budget-friendly activities you could do with friends.

Road trip

Hit up some of your friends and go on a fun road trip, you can choose a new place nearby, or explore close to home. It could be a planned out trip or you can make it spontaneous. This trip should not break the bank because everything can be split. Gas costs, food costs, down to the hotel costs, can be shared between you and your friends. You can even take turns driving. Road trips are adventurous and can be a great way to bond. Remember to be a responsible traveler and make sure to pay attention to local COVID policies.

Night out

If you have been away from some of your friends while in school, this is the time to reconnect and catch up on missed moments. A night out is always a good move, you can do anything. Get dressed up and go to a fancy restaurant, go to the mall, go to the movies, visit an arcade, go rollerblading, ice skating, skiing, or go bowling, the list is endless. 

Hike

Being active is beneficial for your mind and health. Ditch the gym this time and go on a hike. Explore nature and take in all its beauty. You can visit some of Amherst’s hiking spots like Mount Holyoke Range State Park, Mill River Recreation Area, and Amethyst Brook Conservation Area. Don’t forget to bring your friends or dog along. 

Host a Potluck

Hosting might sound like too much work but you can make it an exciting experience. Invite a few friends over and get them involved. Everyone should bring a fancy home cooked meal, set up together, and clean up together. Hosting is less stressful when there are people to help.

Go to a concert or see a sports game live

Find some cheap tickets to a concert and have some fun. Seatgeek, Ticket club, and Vivid seats have some of the best deals on concert tickets. It is a different experience being at a concert and hearing the music live. You could also find new bands playing at local restaurants and discover some new music at no cost.

Internship

Summer is fast approaching, if you want to be a little more productive, work on your resume and apply to as many summer internships as you can. Having professional experience is a good way to learn more about your major. You can also gain a little insight into what career path interests you.

Try out food from new a restaurant 

Getting food from new places might be risky because you never really know what to expect in terms of service and food quality, but it’s time to give your taste buds something different. Go to a restaurant you have never been to and get something you have never tried. You might be surprised at the different great delicacies you find. Check out Pita Pockets, Pasta E Basta, and Miss Saigon here in Amherst.

Wishing you a happy spring break. Do not forget to have fun and stay safe.