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Heading somewhere warm for spring break vacation? Don't forget these essentials

Heading somewhere warm for spring break vacation? Don't forget these essentials
Planning *** spring break getaway. Here's how much your trip could cost. New research from the travel booking platform Hopper reveals domestic airfare for March and April is averaging $280 per ticket. If you're planning *** trip but haven't booked, Hopper recommends booking one month out for the best prices and availability. So if you're traveling in March, book now. April, you can wait *** few weeks with *** big exception being the weeks of Passover and Easter. Prices are. For both of those holidays, $396 for Passover and $383 for Easter. So book those trips now too. If your plans are flexible, you could save by knowing which days to fly for trips spanning 2 to 3 nights like long weekends, you'll save 25% by flying Saturday to Tuesday, which costs on average $289 round trip. And for weeklong trips you could save as much as 39% by departing on Tuesday or Wednesday. As for the most popular destinations, Hopper says 3 of their top 5 are in Florida. Travelers are eyeing Orlando, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale, Phoenix and Las Vegas also made the top 5. Reporting in Washington, I'm Amy Lou.
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Heading somewhere warm for spring break vacation? Don't forget these essentials
The freezing weather is beginning to thaw, which means spring break is just around the corner. If you're planning to escape to a sunny destination, it's time to start prepping!Related video above — Book now: Tips for affordable spring break flightsWhether you're heading to a beach resort, a tropical island or a warm-weather city, packing the right essentials is key to ensuring a stress-free and fun vacation. From stylish swimsuits to practical sun protection, these must-have items will keep you comfortable, safe and looking great as you soak up the sun. Before you finalize your packing list, make sure to check out these top picks to make the most of your getaway.Sun Bum Original SPF 30 Sunscreen Spray: A good sunscreen is a spring break essential, and this one is our favorite. This non-comedogenic sunscreen delivers UVA/UVB protection and is packed with Vitamin E. Our oil-free, water-resistant and Hawaii 104 Reef Act Compliant SPF 30 Spray is great for all skin types. Get it on Amazon.JISULIFE Handheld Portable Turbo Fan: Stay cool in the sun with a handy dandy handheld fan. This one is rechargeable and offers up to 16 hours of cooling per charge. Click here to learn more and add to your Amazon cart.Lululemon Nylon Bucket Hat: The Lululemon Nylon Bucket Hat is a cute accessory designed for comfort and style. Made from lightweight nylon, it features a sleek finish and offers sun protection with its wide brim. It's perfect for sunny outdoor activities on your trip! Head to Lululemon's website to get yours.Cutter Lemon Eucalyptus Insect Repellent Aerosol: Heading somewhere woodsy? The Cutter Lemon Eucalyptus Insect Repellent is a must because keeps mosquitoes away for up to 6 hours. This product is a DEET-free alternative that repels mosquitoes that may transmit the Zika, West Nile, Dengue and Chikungunya viruses. You can find it at Home Depot.Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Variety Pack: Stay hydrated on your trip with Liquid I.V. This variety pack has four different flavors and three times the electrolytes of the leading sports drink. Head to Amazon to stock up.For more coverage of spring shopping, click here.

The freezing weather is beginning to thaw, which means spring break is just around the corner. If you're planning to escape to a sunny destination, it's time to start prepping!

Related video above — Book now: Tips for affordable spring break flights

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Whether you're heading to a beach resort, a tropical island or a warm-weather city, packing the right essentials is key to ensuring a stress-free and fun vacation.

From stylish swimsuits to practical sun protection, these must-have items will keep you comfortable, safe and looking great as you soak up the sun. Before you finalize your packing list, make sure to check out these top picks to make the most of your getaway.

Sun Bum Original SPF 30 Sunscreen Spray
Sun Bum
amazon.com
$18.49
$16.49

: A good sunscreen is a spring break essential, and this one is our favorite. This non-comedogenic sunscreen delivers UVA/UVB protection and is packed with Vitamin E. Our oil-free, water-resistant and Hawaii 104 Reef Act Compliant SPF 30 Spray is great for all skin types. .

JISULIFE Handheld Portable Turbo Fan
JISULIFE
amazon.com
$21.99

: Stay cool in the sun with a handy dandy handheld fan. This one is rechargeable and offers up to 16 hours of cooling per charge. to learn more and add to your Amazon cart.

Nylon Bucket Hat
lululemon
lululemon.com
$58.00

: The Lululemon Nylon Bucket Hat is a cute accessory designed for comfort and style. Made from lightweight nylon, it features a sleek finish and offers sun protection with its wide brim. It's perfect for sunny outdoor activities on your trip! to get yours.

Cutter Lemon Eucalyptus Insect Repellent Aerosol
Cutter
homedepot.com
$7.96

: Heading somewhere woodsy? The Cutter Lemon Eucalyptus Insect Repellent is a must because keeps mosquitoes away for up to 6 hours. This product is a DEET-free alternative that repels mosquitoes that may transmit the Zika, West Nile, Dengue and Chikungunya viruses. .

Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Variety Pack
Liquid I.V.
amazon.com
$27.99

: Stay hydrated on your trip with Liquid I.V. This variety pack has four different flavors and three times the electrolytes of the leading sports drink. to stock up.

For more coverage of spring shopping, click here.