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THE STUDENT NEWSPAPER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS Spring Break Edition
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2000
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Spring break without limits
If you had an unlimited budget to spend on spring break, what would you do?
"I would like to go party in South America, and I've always wanted to go to Venice. I would do both," said Stephanie Snyder, Salt Lake City freshman.
--and rents equipment, saw an increase in business toward the end of February and beginning of March, as students prepare for the break.
"Take the Concorde to a private island and rent a castle for the week," said Nicole Northcraft, Kansas City, Kan.; senior:
--and rents equipment, saw an increase in business toward the end of February and beginning of March, as students prepare for the break.
"I'd be able to buy all of my friends souvenirs. I would spend it all in Jamaica," said Whitney Lovea, Topeka freshman.
--and rents equipment, saw an increase in business toward the end of February and beginning of March, as students prepare for the break.
"I'd send kids with cancer to Disneyland," said Corey Goover, Wichita junior.
--and rents equipment, saw an increase in business toward the end of February and beginning of March, as students prepare for the break.
"I would bribe my Spanish teacher to give me an A on the midterm and then take the rest of the money and party in New York City," said Jennifer Wellington, Wellington freshman.
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"I'd travel all over Europe," said Leslie Gerstenkorn, Topeka freshman.
--and rents equipment, saw an increase in business toward the end of February and beginning of March, as students prepare for the break.
"I'd buy myself an island, take my friends there and party," said Shirley Anyanwu, Lawrence freshman.
— Compiled by Leah Shaffer
Hitting the slopes in the spring
Students opt to spend break in mountains
By Kate Williams Kansan correspondent
Skiing and snowboarding offer students a chance to head for the mountains and leave their mid-semester frustrations at the top of the run.
One reason that skiing and snowboarding are good spring break options for University of Kansas students is obvious — Colorado. It's close, pretty easy to find and it has plenty of mountains.
Josh McCreary, an employee at Flatlanders Ski and Snowboard in Mission, said that Keystone, Summit County, Breckenridge and Vail were all good spring break destinations.
"They're all easy to get to, and there are plenty of condos available to rent," he said.
McCreary said that Flatlanders, which sells
"It's a great time to go." said Jeff Vanthullenar, another employee at Flatlanders. "There's a great party atmosphere and lots of snow. It's also toward the end of the season, so it's probably the last time you'll get to go for a while."
While skis, boots and poles are essential equipment — a jacket and ski pants are recommended, McCreary said a good thing about skiing during break was that thermal underwear and gloves were often the only extra clothing needed.
He also said that it was important, especially for first-time skiers, to remember that the person in front always has the right-of-way. Vanthullenar's advice is to drink a lot of water and take
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Timo Otterburg, a German ski instructor, does a spread-eagle jump at the Winter Park Ski Resort in Colorado. Although a jacket and skis pants are recommended, spring skiing often can be done with only thermal underwear and gloves. Photo by Brad Dreier/KANSAN
Spring Break road trip off I-70
adventure at a bargain price can find it off I-70. The four-site trip starts in Topeka with a visit to the Topeka Zoo. The next sites are the Eisenhower Center in Abilene, the Garden of Eden in Lucas and the Gallery of the Also Rans in Norton.
Maggie Curry / KANSAN
Educational diversions found along Interstate 70 in Kansas
By Michael Sudhalter
Spring Break for many students means a trip to Cancun, Daytona Beach or South Padre Island for a week of fun.
Kansan Correspondent
But for the economically conscious student, a trip down I-70 can make up in educational worth what it lacks in party atmosphere.
The cost of visiting four selected sites — the Topeka Zoo, the Eisenhower Center in Abilene, the Garden of Eden in Lucas and the Gallery of Also Rans in Norton costs $11.50, not including food or gas.
Saxie Gulliford, the Zoo's secretary, said the Topeka Zoo was one of the first zoos to have a tropical rain forest. The usual fare of elephants, giraffes and hippos are accompanied by indoor and outdoor exhibits.
The I-70 Spring Break starts in Toneka at the world famous zoo.
Marissa Gillman, Chicago junior, said the Topeka Zoo was different than those in her hometown.
"I liked the hippopotamus exhibit, but the zoo lacked the variety of zoos in larger cities," she said.
Jessica Leuty. Topeka freshman, also enjoyed her experience.
The museum, a common destinations for school field trips, is located 115 miles from Lawrence and houses a 22-acre complex of the boyhood home of President Eisenhower, a visitors center and the chapel where Eisenhower and his wife were married.
"The Lions Pride exhibit is pretty cool, and it is a good place to take kids," Leuty said. The Eisenhower Center in Abilene is the next stop on the trip.
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California dreaming
Many students begin preparing for their spring break trips by visiting tanning salons and fitness centers.
See page 4B
On the road again
Car tune-ups are necessary for students wanting to avoid vacation breakdowns.
See page 3B
No place like home
Some students choose to spend the week in Lawrence to earn extra cash or just relax. See page 8B
Bargain hunting
For the Internet-savvy traveler, online ticket agencies can be a gold mine for convenience and prices.
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