Will your journey lead you down a country road or to the beach? Bham Now photo — Will your journey lead you down a country road or to the beach?

The days are getting longer and St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner. That can only mean one thing: the final countdown to spring break is here! We want to know where you’re headed, spring breakers of Bham. Take our poll!

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Alabama has 32 miles of sandy white beaches to explore. Photo by Christine Hull — Did you know? Alabama has 32 miles of sandy white beaches to explore. (Bham Now)

What’s up, Alabama Beaches?

Alabama beaches are among the best on the panhandle. Where are you headed? Gulf Shores? Orange Beach? Please drink a Bushwacker at FloraBama for us.

I can practically hear the seagulls calling my name. Photo by Christine Hull — I can practically hear the seagulls calling my name. (Bham Now)

Do you plan to be lakeside for Spring Break? Photo by Christine Hull — Do you plan to be lakeside for Spring Break? (Bham Now)

Will You Head to The Lake?

There are several lakes near Birmingham. Is a nearby dock calling your name? We went to Lake Martin last weekend and yep, the water is still freezing! No worries though, the water levels on most of Alabama’s lakes are high for this time of year due to the recent rain. If you’re the boating type, there will be plenty of (very cold) water to roam.

Do you feel the need to go farther south, like Cancun? Photo by Christine Hull — Do you feel the need to go farther south, like Cancun? (Bham Now)

Are you spring breaking far away?

Will your adventures take you to Mexico or the Caribbean? If not—what are you waiting for? Be spontaneous—book a flight. Please post your entire trip on Instagram for those of us financially restricted to staring at our beach screensavers at work.

Do you have plans to travel to the West Coast? Photo by Christine Hull — Do you have plans to travel to the West Coast? (Bham Now)

Are the Mountains Calling Your Name?

If so, you must go. There’s plenty of snow left to fall this month. If you’re on the fence, check out the current national snow report before you decide.

Or is Colorado more your style this Spring Break? Photo by Christine Hull — Or is Colorado more your style this Spring Break? (Bham Now)

How about a little staycation right here in Birmingham? These Avondale duplexes available on Airbnb are fabulous! Photo submitted — How about a little getaway right here in Birmingham? These Avondale bungalows are available on Airbnb and are just a block away from Cahaba Brewery. They are perfect for a quick girl gang getaway! (Some of my girl gang pictured on the porch here.)

Staying around Birmingham?

If travel isn’t in the cards for you, how about a little change of scenery with friends and an affordable Airbnb right here in Birmingham? There are a few Airbnbsdowntown still available for the week. Check them out.