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Top Spring Break 2015 Destinations Near South Florida For College Students

As spring break approaches, spring break students will be looking for the best place to have fun in the sun. Bars, nightclubs, beaches, hotels and spring break parties are the main interests for college students during spring break. Spring break students want to enjoy time in the sun and the surf, playing volleyball, drinking and just having a good time. Here are some great spring break destinations for college students looking to stay close to home.
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Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Club
127 S. Ocean Ave.
Daytona Beach, FL 32118
(386) 253-5224
www.oceandeck.com

Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Club is a favorite destination for spring break revelers. This venue is right on the beach so college students can walk in the sand as they drink their favorite drink. With live music, drink specials, games and prizes, spring break students can enjoy the beach, the sun, the water and take a break inside the bar. Ocean Deck has been voted the best beach bar on the East Coast by FloridaBeachBar.com. If you're looking for a fun spring break, check out Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Club. Find out more about all the spring break happenings in Daytona Beach by visiting www.dbspringbreak.com

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Shephard's Beach Resort
619 S. Gulfview Blvd.
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
(727) 442-5107
www.shephards.com

For those spring break students who want to do more than walk on the beach, try Shephard's Beach Resort on Clearwater Beach. Located right on the beach, this fabulous resort offers rooms for as low as $159 per night. There is also a Tiki Beach bar, a concert stage with live music nightly and beautiful white sandy beaches. Rent a jet ski or go parasailing for an adventure to remember, or simply relax at one of the bars at the resort. With over 12,000 square feet of activities, both inside and outside the resort, spring break students will have no problem finding something fun to do at Shephard's Beach Resort.

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Lani Kai Island Resort
1400 Estero Blvd.
Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
(239) 463-3111
www.lanaikaiislandresort.com

The Lani Kai Island Resort is situated right at the water's edge for the ultimate beach vacation. With two rooftop restaurants and three bars which offer beachside service, guests can just sit back and enjoy the comfort of being waited on by staff members. For a great spring break memory, book one of the two-hour guided jet ski dolphin tours available at the Lana Kai Island Resort. This family-oriented resort offers spring break fun for college students and families alike.

Related: Five Reasons To Visit South Florida For Spring Break

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Smathers Beach
S. Roosevelt Blvd.
Across from Key West International Airport
Key West, FL 33040
www.the-floridakeys.com

Smathers Beach may not be the best beach in South Florida, but it is still one of the most popular spring break beaches in the area. There are food vendors, kayaking excursions, boogie board rentals, volleyball, parasailing, music and drinking. Although there is plenty of parking at Smathers Beach, the beach fills up fast with families, children and spring break students. There are many hotels within walking distance of the beach as well as fast food and fine dining restaurants.

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Exit 66
219 S. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(954) 357-9981
www.itsbetteronthebeach.com/exit-66

Ft. Lauderdale has been synonymous with spring break since the debut of the 'beach party' movies in the 1960s. And even though new laws are on the books about the rowdiness of beach parties, spring break attendees can still have a great time in Ft. Lauderdale. Exit 66 has a wrap-around Retro and Cool Pool Lounge, a Tri-Level Nightclub and a Chiki-Tiki Pool deck. This 20,000-square-foot nightclub is located only a half block away from the famous Elbo Room Bar made famous in the beach movies so many years ago. Although alcohol is not allowed on Ft. Lauderdale Beach, Exit 66 will be happy to supply you with libations for your enjoyment inside of its establishment.

Related: Best Spring Break Destinations For Students On A Budget

Katherine Bostick is a freelance writer covering all things Tampa Bay. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.
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