The top spots for college students heading to Texas for spring break are South Padre Island for sun and fun and, to a lesser extent, Big Bend National Park for serious hiking, but any of the beach areas and parks are popular.
A valid student ID will often qualify students for discounts on airfare, accommodations, entry to museums, cultural events, movies, and more. STA Travel (tel. 800/781-4040 in North America; www.sta.com or www.statravel.com). If you're no longer a student but are still younger than 26, you can get an International Youth Travel Card (IYTC) from STA Travel , which entitles you to some discounts (but not on museum admissions). Travel CUTS (tel. 800/667-2887 or 416/614-2887; www.travelcuts.com) offers similar services for both Canadians and U.S. residents. Irish students may prefer to turn to USIT (tel. 01/602-1600; www.usitnow.ie), an Ireland-based specialist in student, youth, and independent travel.
