EVANSTON, Illinois (CNN) -- More than 25 Northwestern University students will take Iowa by storm this weekend -- but this won't be your typical college road trip.

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But, if you're headed on a road trip, don't trade in the family car just yet.

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Don't be afraid to bargain, Lahana adds, especially if you're planning a road trip to several cities.

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