Travel

Working at a summer camp gives you the opportunity to travel and see a lot more of America; the land of infinite possibilities. There are so many places to see and visit in America, you will have no problem spending your hard-earned money.

Popular Destinations

Route 66 is the all time great American road trip. Thousands of people make this journey every year, most start in Chicago and end them on the sunny beaches of California. You will travel through eight American states and the landscapes that made the West famous. You'll literally find thousands of things to see and do and it is highly recommended that you take your own transport, this way you'll be able to stop in the various towns for as long as you like.

The Grand Canyon is breathtaking. Few people have not heard of the Grand Canyon, but not many have seen it. Located in North Western Arizona, it can take some time to get to but is well worth the visit, it is an exceptionally deep, steep-walled canyon which is just amazing. "It is amazing - just like in the movies!" comments Helen Anderson who worked at Camp Canonicus. Activities include river rafting in the Colorado River, hiking and taking lots of pictures.

Past Staff Advice

"Greyhound, although cheap (and sometimes flexible) isn't always the best way to go. They aren't pleasant places to be, especially when going from city to city - it's a long way. I went from San Diego to Seattle a few years ago and it took 26 hours and it wasn't comfortable. Sometimes you will find that going by train gives you way more legroom, much more scenic views and you can walk around and buy refreshments. It's also easier to keep an eye on your luggage too and with an ISIC card students get something like 20% off I believe." Richard Small, Reading

"I have just spent the summer as a chef at a camp in Maryland. I was in a cabin with two awesome British guy's and met so many people. This camp was so fun, after I went to Ocean City in Maryland then hired a car up to New York before flying back to Bulgaria." Boris, Chef, Bulgaria.

"Another option was to drive across the states (went from New York, down to Vegas and onto LA). there's a few ways you can do this:
• find an american friend with a car that will be willing to go there (or has to go back to college after camp) and hitch a ride... they'll appreciate splitting the fuel costs and company is never a bad thing!)
• Rent a car. Companies let you rent one-way so what you can do is drive to your final destination and get a flight back (much cheaper than driving back)" Richard Small, Reading

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Transport around the USA

If you want to travel after working at a summer camp in the USA, we recommend that if you are over twenty-one years of age you should consider signing up for a drive away. This involves delivering a car from one destination to another with nothing to pay but fuel and a deposit. Visit www.autodriveaway.com

Useful Links

Bus - www.greyhound.com
Train - www.amtrak.com
Rental cars - www.hertz.com www.avis.com www.budget.com
Buy a car - www.autotrader.com

Currency converter

Are you trying to make plans on a budget, or just want to know what the currency of the country your going to is like? This is a great website for converting currency. Quick and easy to use visit: www.xe.com/ucc

Tips to make travelling easier for you

· Learn about the culture of the country before you visit it, and try not to look too much like a tourist.
· When you travel somewhere forget your map and all the guide books for a while. Sometimes it's better to stroll along the streets and discover things that aren't listed anywhere in the guides but are nonetheless great and interesting and more fun.
· Visit local restaurants and bars. They are much cheaper and you can try the traditional specialities and even meet the locals.
· Bring a travel pillow with you for those long bus journeys.
· Do not plan too much. You are on holiday! Also, try to have just your essential luggage, not a heavy suitcase.
· Get one of those thin money belts that fit inside your clothes. That way you can carry your passport and money with you at all times.
· Be open to everything which may happen to you. There is always something new to learn.

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