If you are looking to escape the bitter temperatures of Ohio, or embrace the cold and romp around in the snow, here are five affordable, drivable destinations to consider for Spring Break:
(Distance from Wright State, according to Google Maps)
Chicago, IL (310 miles)
It is likely you will only scratch the surface in terms of sight-seeing when visiting the Windy City because of its sheer size, but that should not discourage anyone from visiting this Midwestern gem.
Food connoisseurs will salivate at the local cuisine (try a heaping slice of signature deep dish pizza at Lou Malnati’s). Shopaholics can visit the Magnificent Mile for every materialistic need they could desire. Priceless works of art are on display at the Art Institute of Chicago, including the infamous “Ferris Bueller” painting for an admission price of just $18.
Lodging in Chicago will not break the bank either- check Groupon or Travelocity for downtown hotels under $100/night.
Myrtle Beach, SC (621 miles)
The good news for those who are tired of scrapping ice and snow off their car or bundling up in layers is that according to visitmyrtlebeach.com, the average air temperature in Feb. is 61 degrees. This will not make the water (52 degrees) warm enough to swim in, but it will make outdoor activities more enjoyable.
Visit The Carolina Opry for musical entertainment or stroll down the 1.2 mile Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, which National Geographic rated as the #3 boardwalk in America.
