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Show A fter counting down the days, Spring Break is just around the corner. Visions of no class, late nights and sleeping in are a thrill for every student, but some planning and a little work can go a long way to make Spring Break more than just survivable. Ali Hyde, senior majoring in family finance, said students should plan ahead to enjoy Spring Break. "Whenever you're budgeting time or money you should have a goal so you can have fun," she said. "I am going to Disneyland, so I am looking far ahead so I can relax." Hyde said she and her husband have been saving $30 from every paycheck to put towards the trip. Hyde said it is easier to do it that way than to pay a big lump sum at one time. Sam Nelson, also a senior in family finance, said he agrees that preparation is the smart thing to do. "It's a lot cheaper to plan and pay for a vacation in advance. Waiting to plan trips last minute is more expensive and it is easier to come up with fun ideas in advance," she said. Nelson said she is a fan ofHotwire.com, where flights and hotels are offered cheaper, especially in advance. Nelson and her husband spent $500 on plane tickets to go to Florida for break, where they will stay with in-laws so it will be "dirt cheap." They booked tickets two months in advance, which Nelson said is considered later booking. Jennifer Jenkins, senior in family finance, said visiting family is a way to have an affordable vacation. "Visiting family is a cheap, good way to spend break because usually when you go home, mom and dad feed you," she said. Jenkins also said for people that want to get outdoors, KOA campgrounds currently offers good deals because it is not the summer season. The Outdoor Recreation Center rents out bikes and other equipment. "Sometimes it is just fun to go have a picnic," Hyde said. For the less outdoorsy folks, Jenkins said roommates could chip in to go stay at a hotel one night with a swimming pool, and have a girls' night. A change of scenery and complimentary breakfast are fun, too. Surviving the bleak How to survive Spring Break story by Storee Powell photos by Patrick Oden [1 See SURVIVAL, page 7 Lost for Spring Break? It's not too late to plan a vacation By C.ANN JENSEN staff writer Spring Break is only two days away and budgets may be tight, but that doesn't mean fun is out of the picture. Anywhere is possible for Spring Break. Even if the cash flow isn't there for a hotel room there is always a place to stay at www. couchsurfing.com, and it is easy, as well. Make a profile, search for the destination, e-mail tne people that have a good vibe and enjoy the break. Not everyone has the week off but if a few days are an option, pack up the car and head to one of these sweet destinations. Can't pay for gas? Carpool or hitchhike your way to happiness. St. George, Utah Being that St. George is warmer than Cache Valley and is a mere six-hour drive, it automatically takes the money on being a destination for a quick trip for Spring Break trip. With an In-N-Out Burger, climbing, camping, hiking and biking, it is a last-minute trip that won't break the bank. One way to keep the New Year's resolution going during the Spring Break holiday and have a little fun is the Spectrum 10K on March 14 at 9 a.m. in Ivins City Park, 55 N. Main Street. The price is $25 per runner and the registration deadline is March 11. Call (435) 627-4560 for more details. If running isn't your thing, check out the Saturday Morning Exploration on March 14 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Tonaquint Nature Center, 1851 S. Dixie Drive. It is a free event open to the public. Call (435) 627-4560 for more details on the event. Most hotels offer a weekday rate that is well worth traveling for. But in a place like St. George, why not find a place to camp out under the stars? Moab, Utah A mecca for all things outdoors, Moab offers a short distance trip packed with adventure. With Arches National Park, Canyonlands and a trails, Moab is anything but boring. If skydiving isn't on your list of Spring Break to-dos but you still want the warm weather and the great vibe Moab seems to have, check out their museums, local restaurants or horseback riding. For more information on trails to bike, places to stay and basic details, visit www.discovermoab.com. ;^^PV^^^ SOME STUDENTS MAY FIND THEMSELVES hitchhiking or using a carpool to get out of town over Spring Break. Students have many nearby destination options if they are wanting rest and relaxation for their vacation. CAMERON PETERSON photo illustration but if a warm bed is a must, Hanksville is the closest place to stay. Visit www.utah. com/stateparks/goblin_valley.htrn, for more information regarding the park. Goblin Valley, Utah , With its crazy scenery and rock formations, Goblin Valley is worth at least a twoday trip. Situated 12 miles from Hanksville, Utah, a six-hour drive from Logan, it is an escape from the university and mankind since Goblin Valley isn't as well known as its sandstone counterparts such as Arches. No need to look for a hotel to stay at when the cost $16 per night to stay in the state park, Jackson Hole, Wyoming A must-do on the checklist of "things to do before graduating from Utah State," Jackson Hole might be one of the only redeeming qualities Wyoming has. Skiing, bars, outlet shops and the Bar-J Wranglers are just a few things that Jackson has to offer. Tucked away against the Teton mountains, if the scenic drive doesn't take your breath away, the bill HILLSTDE MANOR newly * remodeled luxury apartments Bedrooms, Fully Furnished 1' v Large Living Room * Desk, Bed and Bookcase In each • ? * Cable TV Jacks in each Bedroom i. 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