With whom is the man speaking?

M: Have you made any plans to go away during semester break? I’ve been thinking of skiing.
W: I really haven’t had time to think about my vacation. I’ve been concentrating on getting ready for my exams, especially philosophy. But I’ll probably go to the beach.
M: Why the beach?
W: Well. It would be nice to get away from this cold weather and just lie in the sun and relax after working so hard.
M: It’s true that skiing does require work. And you have to get up early and wait in long lines for the chairs. Thanks. I think you’ve helped me make up my mind.
W: Sure. Now maybe you can use your mind to think about something else, like your studies.