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10 Tips for Tackling Your College Commute

July 17, 2018.

Suggestions to save money, time and headaches as a college commuter.

Road Trips

Vermont is for Animal Lovers

July 17, 2018. Jill Schensul

Belle was sprawled on the bed, pawing through Four Legs & a Tail magazine, after a long day enjoying the pleasures of Vermont’s great outdoors. Her sister, Sadie, was already under the covers, snoring, when there was a knock at the door. Belle and Sadie made it to the door before I could stand up…

Road Trips

A Few Lessons for Driving in Foreign Lands

July 17, 2018. Elias Christeas

The Mediterranean sparkled, and the smell of cypress trees warmed by the summer sun filled the air as I cruised around the Greek island of Paros on my dual-sport motorcycle. Find and book a hotel in Paros. It was paradise. Until an oncoming tour bus entered my lane around a blind cliff-side turn. I avoided…

Cars & Trucks

LL Cool J Raps on His 1987 Audi 5000

July 17, 2018. AAA Staff

Raised in Queens, N.Y., this rapper, actor, author and television personality has released 13 studio albums, which feature hip-hop hits like “Going Back to Cali,” “I’m Bad” and “Mama Said Knock You Out.” He stars in the CBS crime drama “NCIS: Los Angeles” and hosts “Lip Sync Battle” on Paramount Network. Check out his new…

AAA & Travel

AAA Opens Branches in Farmingdale and Yonkers, N.Y.

July 17, 2018. AAA Staff

AAA Northeast recently opened new branches at 915 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale, and 2349 Central Park Ave., Unit C, in Yonkers. Book a vacation with a knowledgeable AAA travel agent. Speak to an expert insurance agent about your coverage needs. Pickup discounted attraction tickets, maps and TourBooks and find out about all of the perks of…

Cars & Trucks

Katie Linendoll’s Nissan Altima

July 17, 2018. AAA Staff

The Emmy winner, tech expert, avid traveler, TV personality and all around social and tech influencer tells AAA about her first car.

Cars & Trucks

Research is Key to Autonomous Car Safety

July 17, 2018. John Galvin

I bought my first car, a 1982 Ford Escort, after graduating from college. It had a four-speed manual transmission, AM radio and manual steering and brakes. It got me where I needed to go, but it didn’t drive itself. In 1982, the closest thing to an autonomous vehicle was KITT on the television show “Knight…

Food & Dining

Please Your Pet’s Palate With These Paw-some Recipes

July 17, 2018. Cassandra Raposo

The saying goes that our pets are like our children, and we always want the best for our children, right? Whether you want to introduce healthier snacks into your pet’s diet or give a reward for good behavior, preparing a homemade treat may do the trick. Try one of these recipes at home and you’ll…

Road Trips

Pets and Vacation Planning: Should They Stay or Should They Go?

July 17, 2018. AAA Staff

Most animals will enjoy a family vacation, but a small percentage are not cut out for traveling. Before packing a bag for your pet, consider carefully whether it’s a good idea. When in doubt, check with your veterinarian. You probably should leave your pet at home if … It is very young or old, pregnant,…

Road Trips

Dog-Friendly Beach Vacations in the Northeast

July 17, 2018. Nancy Hassel

My dog’s absolute favorite place to go in the summer and fall is the beach. If you’re looking for a romp on the beach with your favorite furry pal, exploring the Northeast coastline is a must-do. Cape Cod, Long Island and Maine offer some great places to play. Cape Cod Parts of the Cape Cod…