With finals coming to an end and the smell of summer in the air, it is safe to say we are all ready for a break. It has been a grueling semester filled with one assignment after another and never ending library nights but good news, it’s over now. The summer is a time to take a break from college and, whether you’re working or not, you need to make the most of the time you have off from school. Here are 15 things to ensure you have an amazing summer...

1. A trip to the beach.

Nothing says rest and relaxation like lying in the sand and soaking in the sun. Or, as Zac Brown Band likes to say, "ass in the water, toes in the sand."

2. Go to a concert.

Or just some live music in general, dance a little and live a lot.

3. Read a book.

Read a few books, I promise it won't hurt you.

4. Go on a hike.

There is nothing more amazing than the view at the top of a mountain. Just go outside, explore the outdoors, lay in a hammock for all I care.

5. Learn to cook or bake.

It is so satisfying to cook a meal and it turn out amazing. Just attempt to cook, maybe bake a cake, it's fun.

6. Go tubing.

Find a river, lake, ocean, any body of water and let your worries float away.

7. Have a bonfire.

Get together your friends and grab some graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate. Make some s'mores and enjoy the night.

8. Go on a road trip.

Just drive and see where you end up. This is the time in our lives for adventures, my friends.

9. Watch the sunrise and sunset.

It is a beautiful, life-changing experience and helps you appreciate the world that much more.

10. Keep a journal.

If you're doing all these incredible things, why not write them down?

11. Spend quality time with your family.

I'm sure they miss you while you're away at college studying (drinking), so plan a fun activity, load up the fam and enjoy!

12. Start exercising.

It's just good for you, ya know? Plus, your body will thank you.

13. Go to a baseball game.

Even if it's a small team in your hometown. Grab a beer and hot dog and have fun.

14. Volunteer.

There's no better time to give back to your community than in the summer when you literally have all the free time in the world. Sacrifice a day of binge watching Netflix and do something good for the world.

15. Make the most of every day.

These are the years to make lasting memories; we wont always have summers off so do something amazing every single day.