Taking Pictures

Cheap, long-lasting memories. That’s what I look to bring back from a trip. And the best way is obviously through photographs, especially ones that can easily trigger positive memories.

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The Comforts of a Hostel

Many previous journal entries have highlighted cheap ways of traveling and having fun on a trip. Unfortunately, safe places to sleep seem to require a splurge that neither I, nor many college students, seem willing to do.

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A Tourist in my own City

I live in Washington, DC, to go to school. For the past three years I’ve spent nine months here, taking my summers somewhere else. But for the first time in my college career, I’ve decided to spend my summer working (and living) in DC.

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McDonald's

It’s no surprise that college students like good deals. Cheap food is one thing that students everywhere are experts at finding. McDonald’s often provides a meal at a low price no matter where in the world one is. Yet there is a stigma attached with McDonald’s [...]

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Journal: Traveling as a Student

When I told my friends and family that one of my favorite cities on my recent cross-country road trip was Boise, Idaho, I got many blank stares. No one expected it – they thought I would say the big cities like Chicago, Los Angeles, or New Orleans.

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Journal: Traveling as a Student

Returning from a trip can be one of the saddest moments of a trip. It signals a return to real life. I have many friends who literally become depressed when they get home, but I have worked hard to ensure that that never happens to me.

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Journal: Traveling as a Student

As I mentioned in the previous journal entry, I am currently driving across the United States. A friend convinced me that, since we both had three weeks before we needed to begin work on June 1, we needed to have an adventure.  I agreed – why wouldn’t I?

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Journal: Traveling as a Student

In just about a week I will be embarking upon a cross-country road trip with a friend. We’ve had our route planned for months and the general idea of what we’re doing at each stop. On the other hand, we’ve been slacking in the “places to stay” category and I just hope that [...]

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Special: New Zealand's Milford Track

New Zealand is one of the most popular destinations for hikers seeking breathtaking secenery and quiet and peaceful surroundings. Contributor Dawn will describe you her personal experiences in this all-new special:

In January 2004, I had the opportunity to trek through New Zealand’s Fiordland on the South Island. I went on the four day Milford Track from Te Anau to Milford Peak. You can either do the trek independently and camp in the delegated camping huts or join a guided group, which is significantly more expensive. I chose [...]

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Journal: Traveling as a Student

Afrikaans lent English the term “kopje” to describe small rock hills that dot the landscape of Africa. Kopjes can be found all across the continent and offer a great opportunity to test hiking abilities. Even beginners can experience the joy of hiking up one and the thrill of being at the top.

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