High School Vacation Package: Destination Selection
What is the Destination?
New york is one of the largest cities in the United States, this city has more people than 39 of the 50 states in the U.S. Having a big population the city offers numerous amounts of hotels, restaurants and near by places to shop. It is a great location for students like me to endure and explore new things. For students who enjoy going to different sightseeing destinations each day, New York is the place to go. This city has lots of different places, such as visiting the statue of liberty, Times Square, going to the Rockefeller ice rink, and the broadway theatre. New York activities and great sightseeing is fun year-round. A winter break trip would be great to be able to play in the snow and go ice skating. A spring break trip would be great to go to central park and have a nice picnic or see Top of the Rock, to see the whole layout of the city. This would be perfect for any high school student.
Why this Destination is Good for High School Students? What Needs, Wants, and Motivations Does it Meet?
New York is a great destination for high school students. It has plenty of activities, including physical activities, shopping, cultural activities such as plays and concerts, and dining and night spots. Being a teenager, when we travel we most likely are at “stimulation” section of Pearce’s leisure ladder, and New York offers stimulation for any interest we have. High school students are usually on a budget so start saving up. The flights to New York are relatively inexpensive from Hawaii. Of course in Hawaii we live on a rock, meaning any where out of hawaii would be a little expensive. Students also want to be able to get around on their own while in the city. In New York the subway is a convenient way to get around less than $5, or taking a taxi cab can also be another inexpensive way.
How Can This Vacation Be Environmentally Sensitive?
New York is becoming very eco-friendly, with sustainable services in hotels they practice with Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Hotels in Times Square hotels have installed water-efficient faucets and fixtures to reduce water waste in every guest room. The kitchens in hotels are fully-equipped with “energy star” rated appliances, even the cleaning equipment run green.
To be environmentally sensitive, students should take advantage of the outstanding public transportation systems in New York. Going on hiking trips could also save the pollution of traveling on a tour bus all day. Make sure to clean after yourselves though. If we stay in a hotel, students should avoid getting room service, because it leads to extra trash. Students could also help out being environmentally friendly by recycling and bottles they see lying around. Students should participate in helping the city out, by turning off the lights of a room when you are not in it saves electricity.
Where Should Students Stay? What Makes This lodging a Good Fit for High School Students?
The Staybridge hotel is located in Time Square, that means it is about 20 minutes away from the airport. It is a great option for High School students. Its features include:
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Good location and free shuttle service
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Affordable suites with great amenities
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Free breakfast and free internet We could get shuttle service to and from the airport. The shuttle runs from 8 a.m to 8 p.m. Once we get into Times Square, students can use the subway or taxi cabs to get around. So if students are out late at night they could catch a cab back to the room or take the subway back. Staybridge hotel has suites, with great amenities. Every room comes with an equipped kitchen so instead of eating out all the time buying some ingredients and cooking a home cooked meal can save money. There is also a refrigerator to keep snacks and drinks on the go. The hotel comes with free internet access and a flat screen television to watch cable channels. The suites are the best option for students, the rooms can come with two beds, which one bed can fit two people on it saving the individual cost cheaper. The suites cost about $125-$311 + up depending on the stay. A Complimentary breakfast is every morning and there is a gym for anyone who likes to work out open 24 hours. There is also a laundry operation open 12:01 a.m to 11:59 p.m to gets clothes cleaned.
Conclusion
New York City is the place to go for activities fit for any high school student, and the Staybridge hotel offers great service for a special trip to relax and enjoy ourselves.
What is the Destination?
New york is one of the largest cities in the United States, this city has more people than 39 of the 50 states in the U.S. Having a big population the city offers numerous amounts of hotels, restaurants and near by places to shop. It is a great location for students like me to endure and explore new things. For students who enjoy going to different sightseeing destinations each day, New York is the place to go. This city has lots of different places, such as visiting the statue of liberty, Times Square, going to the Rockefeller ice rink, and the broadway theatre. New York activities and great sightseeing is fun year-round. A winter break trip would be great to be able to play in the snow and go ice skating. A spring break trip would be great to go to central park and have a nice picnic or see Top of the Rock, to see the whole layout of the city. This would be perfect for any high school student.
Why this Destination is Good for High School Students? What Needs, Wants, and Motivations Does it Meet?
New York is a great destination for high school students. It has plenty of activities, including physical activities, shopping, cultural activities such as plays and concerts, and dining and night spots. Being a teenager, when we travel we most likely are at “stimulation” section of Pearce’s leisure ladder, and New York offers stimulation for any interest we have. High school students are usually on a budget so start saving up. The flights to New York are relatively inexpensive from Hawaii. Of course in Hawaii we live on a rock, meaning any where out of hawaii would be a little expensive. Students also want to be able to get around on their own while in the city. In New York the subway is a convenient way to get around less than $5, or taking a taxi cab can also be another inexpensive way.
How Can This Vacation Be Environmentally Sensitive?
New York is becoming very eco-friendly, with sustainable services in hotels they practice with Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Hotels in Times Square hotels have installed water-efficient faucets and fixtures to reduce water waste in every guest room. The kitchens in hotels are fully-equipped with “energy star” rated appliances, even the cleaning equipment run green.
To be environmentally sensitive, students should take advantage of the outstanding public transportation systems in New York. Going on hiking trips could also save the pollution of traveling on a tour bus all day. Make sure to clean after yourselves though. If we stay in a hotel, students should avoid getting room service, because it leads to extra trash. Students could also help out being environmentally friendly by recycling and bottles they see lying around. Students should participate in helping the city out, by turning off the lights of a room when you are not in it saves electricity.
Where Should Students Stay? What Makes This lodging a Good Fit for High School Students?
The Staybridge hotel is located in Time Square, that means it is about 20 minutes away from the airport. It is a great option for High School students. Its features include:
➢
Good location and free shuttle service
➢
Affordable suites with great amenities
➢
Free breakfast and free internet We could get shuttle service to and from the airport. The shuttle runs from 8 a.m to 8 p.m. Once we get into Times Square, students can use the subway or taxi cabs to get around. So if students are out late at night they could catch a cab back to the room or take the subway back. Staybridge hotel has suites, with great amenities. Every room comes with an equipped kitchen so instead of eating out all the time buying some ingredients and cooking a home cooked meal can save money. There is also a refrigerator to keep snacks and drinks on the go. The hotel comes with free internet access and a flat screen television to watch cable channels. The suites are the best option for students, the rooms can come with two beds, which one bed can fit two people on it saving the individual cost cheaper. The suites cost about $125-$311 + up depending on the stay. A Complimentary breakfast is every morning and there is a gym for anyone who likes to work out open 24 hours. There is also a laundry operation open 12:01 a.m to 11:59 p.m to gets clothes cleaned.
Conclusion
New York City is the place to go for activities fit for any high school student, and the Staybridge hotel offers great service for a special trip to relax and enjoy ourselves.