On Vacay
What state is considered the "birthplace" of spring break?
Florida
Who is the Greek goddess of spring?
Persephone
What are the 40 days leading up to Easter referred to as in Christianity?
Lent
In what movie must two sisters fix a spring season overrun by an unnatural winter?
Frozen
In which month does the spring equinox typically take place in the Northern Hemisphere?
March
What is the most popular spring break travel destination for families?
Disney World
In what decade did spring break (as we know it) begin?
1930s (specifically 1936!)
What country is known for its springtime tulip gardens & annual flower festival?
Netherlands
What TV show takes place in the fictional town of Springfield and often features spring-themed episodes?
The Simpsons
In what country do cherry blossoms represent the onset of spring?
Japan
True or False: Colorado is considered a popular destination for Spring Break.
True! Ski resorts see an influx of skiers during spring break holidays!
At what site (now a world heritage site) did druids gather to observe the vernal equinox?
Stonehenge
What major Jewish holiday occurs during spring?
Passover
What popular buddy-cop movie takes place during spring break?
22 Jump Street
Roughly, how much do students (collectively) spend on spring break each year?
$1 Billion
What is, typically, the most popular domestic airline for travels to book with during spring break?
United
Which ancient civilization celebrated a tradition similar to spring break?: Aztecs, Romans, Greeks
All three!
According to Celtic tradition, what holiday marks the middle of spring?
St. Patrick's Day
Which Disney movie features the spring-themed song "April Showers"?
Bambi
What natural disaster is more common in spring than in any other season?
Tornadoes
What was the first location outside of Florida to draw large crowds of college-aged spring breakers?
South Padre Island, TX
Why did spring break travel to Florida spike in the 1940s?
German U-boat activity in the Caribbean kept travelers from wanting to travel to the more traditional destinations
Which Hindu holiday, known as the "festival of colors" occurs in spring?
Holi
What movie, featuring Julie Andrews, features breathtaking shots of the Alps in Spring?
The Sound of Music
In which region can you experience almost completely uninterrupted daylight during the spring?
The Arctic/North Pole