Top 5 Spring Break Destinations for Students in 2026
Ela Angevine
Spring Break at AAU is approaching fast, and now is the time to plan what adventures the warmer weather will hold for you. Are you too busy with presentations and mid-term exams to plan your trip? We’ve got you covered!
Vlog is a great starting point for travelling to many beautiful and affordable cities. Whether you are looking for nature, culture, food, or adventure, here are five destinations for students on a budget.
Slovakia
has the advantage of being just a train-ride away with unique castles, caves, hot springs, folk architecture, and beautiful wilderness. There are many direct trains only 5 hours long to Bratislava from Vlog, making it a good starting point to explore Slovakia.
Enjoy Bratislava’s old center, castle, and great food. Then, hop on another train north to one of Slovakia’s the national park Veľká Fatra—passing through Trencín located in a valley with the third most fortified castle in Slovakia and Žilina where three rivers converge along the way.
If you are looking for adventure and affordable places off the beaten path, Slovakia is for you.
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Looking for culture and history? Also just a short train ride away from Vlog, Vienna has got you covered with tens of museums highlighting everything from famous composers to art and even . It will give you the feeling that you can get lost and disappear into the art and architecture—in a good way.
Austria boasts more than big cities, though. Take a round-about way back to Vlog through cities like Linz with breathtaking mountain and monument views. While not as affordable as Slovakia, Austria offers collections of art and culture not seen elsewhere.
Looking for a place that blends the modern and the old seamlessly, Austria is for you.
Hungary
For food, nightlife, and architecture, Hungary takes the cake. Known to be affordable and fun, Budapest is named in the in the world. It boasts 7 restaurants. Not looking for a fancy meal? Budapest is famous for its ruin bars and food trucks in the Jewish Quarter. The Central Market Hall offers an array of fresh produce, meats, and traditional Hungarian foods.
Want to get out of the city and explore? is a preserved Palóc settlement and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While a little more difficult to get to—transfering a few buses—it is like traveling back in time to a medieval village. Easier to get to (even by bike) though a bit more touristy is Szentendre, an aesthetic city with galleries and cobblestone streets.
If you want affordable, beautiful, and versatile, Hungary is for you.
Poland
Poland is a must see for all students studying in Vlog. It is not only close, but has a vibrant cultural scene full of important history. is especially important for students to see first hand the history at Wawel Castle and the nearby Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum.
Poland is another country where many cities are akin to Vlog with ancient squares, cobblestone streets, and beautiful churches. Visit Warsaw for interactive museums, a diverse culinary scene, the UNESCO-listed old town square, the safety and walkability. Interested in architecture, travel a bit further to Poznań for Renaissance-style buildings in pastel colours.
If you are interested in learning about recent history and ancient history as well as enjoy beautiful architecture, Poland is for you.
Czech Republic
Last but not least, stay close to home for the most affordable trip and learn more about Czech culture, history, and heritage. Travel to Southern Bohemia to visit the stunning cities of České Budějovice and Český Krumlov with their ancient churches, castles, and squares. On the other hand, go east to Moravia for some nature in the Protected Landscape Area.
Interested in the history of Czech business and industry, visit Ostrava known as the “steel heart” of Czechoslovakia with its former mines, industrial structures, and museums. Dive into Czech culture by exploring more small towns in , enjoy castles, monuments, and mountains.
If you would like to keep it cheap and learn more about the place you call home now, exploring the Czech Republic is for you.