If spring break were a character, it would be Regina George's mom from Mean Girls . "I'm not a regular break. I'm a cool break," it would say. Unlike winter or fall vacations, full of apple crisp ...

How to save during spring break. Emily Kaufman, known as "The Travel Mom," advises people to be flexible. She said bundling airfare, hotel and rental cars can help to save on last-minute getaways.

Why is spring break a thing? 02:29. As the days get longer and warmer, it's also a reminder for parents to get ready: Their kids are about to be home for a week straight.