Puerto Vallarta, commonly referred to by its abbreviation "PV," is a popular spring break destination among college students. After a week of soaking up the Mexican sun and drinking endless piƱa coladas, here's a visual guide of what exactly it's like to be a MVP in PV for those who didn't go, or a chance to cure those who are suffering from post-PV depression:
After staying up all night to board your 5 a.m. flight, you've never been more ready to get to Mexico and basically conquer whatever the next week has in store for you (and your liver).
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Once arriving to your hotel room and dropping off your luggage, you realize it's finally time to get in a bathing suit and head to the pool with your best friends.
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You first think you're going to spend the week relaxing and getting a nice tan...
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...but weirdly forget that you get unlimited drinks at the poolside bar and MUST TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS!
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A few drinks in, and your dance moves prove that your sobriety is officially gone for the next seven days.
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You drunk eat more fries than a normal human should consume.
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After finally meeting your home best friend's college friends, you obviously choose to celebrate with them by take shots.
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The DJ puts on your ~favorite song in the entire world~ so the only way to react is dance with your newest friends.
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The sun sets in PV, signaling the best time of the day: NAP TIME.
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After getting a couple of hours to nap, it's time to wake up, only to realize you'll be drinking yet again.
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Hop in the cab, because either XTINE or La Santa's open bars are eagerly waiting for you.
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Once you get there, you get really confused as to why so many workers are mopping the floor while everyone is dancing.
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And why they keep flashing their flashlights around the club.
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Luckily, you get to repeat this cycle for the next week!
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After seven days and many tequila shots later, you soon learn why exactly they call tequila "Mexican water."
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