What’s your dream summer vacation?

“The Galapagos Islands, off the coast of Ecuador. They’re beautiful. And they have giant tortoises that are becoming extinct. I read about one called ‘Lonesome George.’ I love nature. I really want to see a giant tortoise before they all die out.”

“A trip to Paris. They call it the city of love. I’m in a committed relationship. Paris is a romantic place to spend time with him. I’m studying French in high school so it would be cool to be able to use the language. And I’ve always wanted to see the Eiffel Tower.”

“Montreal, Canada. It has a European feel, without having to travel all the way to Europe. The weather is cooler, so you can escape the heat. There’s so much to see in Montreal. I would enjoy the sightseeing. And it would be cost-saving for me because I could drive there, I wouldn’t have to fly.”

“Swimming anywhere in Florida. It’s never too hot down there. And the water is crystal-clear: You can see the ocean floor. It would be a welcome change from the polluted Schuylkill River. When I turn 16, I want to be a lifeguard at Wildwood’s beach. Swimming in Florida would be good practice to pass the lifeguard test.”