Miss O Club members Clarissa136 and rosemist11 were out and about this past summer and tell us what’s what where they went. Plus, coolcat122095 gives you ideas on how to spend time during a road trip!

New Mexico
By: Laney, 11, NM (aka Clarissa136)

New Mexico has so many vacation spots. One of them is Carlsbad. It’s a very small town with not much to do but you can go to the Carlsbad Caverns. I have been there and I love it. What it is, is gigantic caves that were formed millions of years ago all by water and time. If you go at a certain time of the year you can see bats. It’s an amazing experience that you will never forget. Another great spot in New Mexico is Ruidoso. Mountains are all around you and in the winter you can go skiing. If you love shopping there are tons of neat little stores you can go to. There also are forests if you like to camp! There is that and much more in New Mexico. It’s nothing like Disneyland, but I guarantee some great family fun!
 

Washington, D.C.
By: Natalia, 9, MA (aka rosemist11)

You have GOT to visit Washington, D.C. They have EVERYTHING there. Here are some must-sees on your trip:

• Washington Monument. It is so cool, and you get a great view of the city.
• Capitol Building. Come see where your country’s laws are made.
• Smithsonian Air and Space Museum. This is the best of them all. They have everything, from a moon rock to Amelia Earhart’s Plane.
• Mall. Pack a picnic, and see the gorgeous cherry blossoms.
• FDR Memorial. Very outdoorsy, with lots of trees and plants.
• Lincoln Memorial. I think you know about this one. Really cool.
• Jefferson Memorial. I like this one. Lots of quotes on the walls.
• WWII Memorial. This one is meaningful to me because my grandfather fought in this war. It is very beautiful.
• THE WHITE HOUSE. That was cool, but you’re not allowed upstairs. I still like it though.

These are just a few things you can do in Washington, D.C. You really should go there!