Road Trip

By Megan McNair

Okay so it’s Friday night, Saturday Morning, or a Wednesday afternoon. Whatever the day, whatever the time, whatever the season– you’re bored. There’s nothing on TV, the mall is closed for repairs. You’re tired of movies, tired of reading, and tired of Facebook . If you’re one of those people that live for the moment, you’d call up your friends with a great idea, the best idea; to go on a road trip, you call up your girls with a great idea—the best idea.

Before the top cities traveled to by college students are revealed, you must first be prepared for the open road.

Few college students own anything bigger than a small SUV, so space is limited. You can bring a tote bag, and a purse or for the guys a small duffle bag. Think light layers! A long sleeve tee, a regular tee shirt, maybe a tank top, wife beater or two, pair of shorts, and jeans, . Swim suit. Extra undies. A, brush and a rubber band. Flip flops, flats or sneakers. If it’s winter bring a few sweaters, a pair of jeans, those cute boots you love and a hat! Less is more.

Never forget to load up on the munchies. Stop at a convenience store and load up on chips, sodas, waters, gum, cookies, skittles, and lots of chocolate!

Don’t forget the music. Get some girl power music. Spice Girls, boy bands, Corinne Bailey Rae, Destiny’s Child, TLC, oldies, rock, R&B, whatever gets you and your gang singing at the top of your lungs, grinning, and dancing– bring it!

Don’t forget sunglasses and cell phones, plus multiple cameras!!

Now that you’re packed and ready, here are the top cities traveled to by college students in the US:

San Francisco is the capital of diversity in the US. While staying in San Fran, visit many of the free museums in the city like the Chinese Cultural Center Museum. Then go for a walk in the Botanical Gardens; following dinner and margaritas at the famous Tony’s. Finally, hit the dance floor at DNA Lounge or even Elbo Room. No matter what you enjoy: art, nightclubs, jazz, techno, museums, or hiking, San Francisco has it.

Here are a couple sites to guide you to your road trip destination: http://sanfrancisco.about.com/

http://www.onlyinsanfrancisco.com/

http://www.sfgov.org/

Nothing beats a trip to the Big Easy for Jazz Fest in June. Not only does New Orleans have history and culture, they also have one of the biggest annual music festivals. Jazz Fest is a six-day celebration of the heritage of New Orleans at the Fairgrounds Race Track. Everything from Jazz to Zydeco to Country, Blues, Pop, Gospel or New Orleans Funk is playing on multiple stages simultaneously. Stay in one of the historic hotels in the French Quarter where you can indulge in improv jazz musicians while drinking some Café DuMónde. After a day at the Jazz Fest, hit Bourbon Street and enjoy their famous green-grenade drinks. Don’t forget to satisfy your hunger at Brennan’s or Muriel’s on Jackson Square.

Follow these sites and plan the trip of the summer:

http://goneworleans.about.com/

http://www.neworleansonline.com/

http://www.neworleans.com/

Ever been to Washington? Not DC, the state. Washington State has beautiful scenery all throughout the states. A fun and scenic route to travel is to drive from Everett to Ellensburg. From the shores of Puget Sound, take US Route 2 east and upward into the Cascade Mountains. Looming to your right is a 10, 541-foot-high Glacier Peak. At only 135 miles, your journey allows time to explore one of the frequent hiking trails, the Bavarian charms of Leavenworth. Ending in Ellensburg, which is a cool college town, enjoy the pretty streets and rock climbing. And if your still wanting a city life experience, drive another 2 hours to the “Emerald City”—Seattle! While in Seattle, visit the Seattle Center, Woodland Park Zoo, and Pike Place Market.

Go to these links to plan an adventurous, outdoor road trip:

http://www.cityofseattle.net/html/visitor/

http://www.visitseattle.org/

http://www.seattle.net/

http://www.ci.ellensburg.wa.us/

http://www.everettwa.org/

While there are many, many more cites for you and your girls to visit: Miami, Austin, New York, Boston, and even Washington, DC. Where ever you decide to go, make sure you plan ahead, invite people who you love to have fun with, and make the trip as memorable as possible!

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