With spring break around the corner, many students are searching for fun and convenient places to travel. From hitting the slopes to going to special paradise spots, there are many locations for the student traveler.

For the snow addicts, Lake Tahoe might be the first location that you think of, but Bear Valley is not only closer but also has good quality slopes. With a total of 37 trails, Bear Valley is mostly covered in intermediate and advanced courses, but it still has some beginner and expert courses. Because its base elevation is 7,500 feet, Bear Valley is one of a few resorts that receive snow this time of the year. Kirkwood is also a good alternative to Lake Tahoe for those who don’t want to drive four hours or more to get to the slopes.

If snow isn’t your thing, there’s always the typical tropical paradise. Hawaii has 70-degree coastal water, along with mid 70-degree weather. With relaxing volcanic cave formation routes, as well as nice beaches around the islands, Hawaii is a prime location for vacation. You can have fun in the sun boogie boarding, surfing and maybe even learning a few traditional Hawaiian dances (or even go all out and show off your Hukilau skills). For more educational trips, visit the many museums on Hawaiian history including the Polynesian Cultural Center and the Pearl Harbor site.

Exciting as well as relaxing, Las Vegas is another dramatic place to go. Despite the fact that minors cannot gamble or drink, there are still many enjoyable attractions for all ages. The “Stratosphere Big Shot Las Vegas” is a thrilling ride that dangles you over Las Vegas, at 45 miles per hour to a height of 1,081 feet.

The gripping rides in Las Vegas and the summery coasts of Hawaii bring out the best of the traveling world. Spring break is the perfect time to expand your horizons, explore new places and venture outside of the Palo Alto bubble.