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The Many Fun Things to Do in Canada
From Nova Scotia to British Columbia, we highlight top attractions in the Great White North.
Creating Curb Appeal is About Landscaping and Much More
Make your curb appeal pop from the ground up.
Can I Rent My House Through a Home-Sharing Service?
Can I rent out my house through a home-sharing service? Many mortgages have occupancy clauses requiring a borrower to maintain a property as a primary home. Violating the clause may trigger severe penalties, like the entire loan becoming due. Also, lenders usually require homeowners insurance, which may prohibit the property from being used as aRead More
Make Way for Wildlife
Why did the chicken cross the road? Probably for the same reason as the deer, or the turtle, or the turkey, or the squirrel, or the chipmunk, or the possum, or the moose. Drivers share the road with a whole host of furry and feathered friends, sometimes with tragic results. Animal-vehicle collisions killed more thanRead More
Your Home and Everything in It
Do you know how much it would cost to replace your home and everything in it? You should. Homeowners insurance can help restore your home following a tragedy, like a fire. Good insurance agents can help determine how much coverage homeowners should have, but it’s hard to craft comprehensive policies if homeowners don’t know whatRead More
AAA Employees Build up Charitable Efforts
The crack of hammers and the hum of saws hung over two homes in New Haven, Conn., recently as AAA Northeast employees supported a good cause. Employees from AAA offices in Garden City, N.Y.; Providence, R.I.; and Hamden and Bridgeport, Conn., helped at a Habitat for Humanity build site in New Haven, Conn. Folks fromRead More
The White Mountains Are Beautiful on Any Budget
Low-cost, mid-range and luxury options for where to stay, places to eat and things to do in the White Mountains region of New Hampshire.
There’s Foliage Aplenty in These Ports of Fall
The next few weeks offer one of cruising’s rarest gems: the chance to combine a seaside journey with fantastic autumn views. During September and October, several cruise lines offer fall foliage voyages along the East Coast. These routes combine dazzling fall colors with stops in charming ports and, if you’re lucky, a humpback whale spottingRead More
AAA Northeast Opens a New Campus in East Providence, R.I.
AAA Northeast employees, elected officials, businesspeople and others gathered in late July for a ceremonial opening of the new AAA East Providence campus. The site, at 10 River Road, along Wampanoag Trail, includes a AAA branch and a fleet and driver training center. The branch provides convenient access to AAA products and services, and theRead More
Tips for Understanding Your Credit Report
You’re entitled to a free copy of your credit report once a year, but what should you expect to see when you check it?
How to Set Up and Manage a Children’s Savings Account
Is it ever too early to set up a bank account for your kids?
Take Control of Your Car Insurance Rates
Safe driving is one way to keep auto insurance rates down. Learn how else you can potentially limit price hikes.
What Does It Mean To Be Financially Literate?
What does financial literacy mean? The definition of financial literacy can vary a bit depending on the source, but it almost always centers on having the skills and knowledge necessary to make informed decisions regarding your financial resources. For the average consumer, knowing how to maintain a balanced checking account and understanding interest, credit ratingsRead More
Here’s What To Expect From That First College Tuition Bill
Tips to get mentally prepared for your first college payment.
Follow These Tips To Help Keep Teens Safe Behind The Wheel
Teaching your teenager to drive can be intimidating, especially if it’s your first time. Follow these tips to ease your anxiety. They’re from Keys2Drive – the AAA Guide to Teen Driver Safety. Practice, practice, practice. Plan for as much supervised practice driving as possible. It’s the key to helping your teen develop safe habits. AAARead More
AAA Roadside Technician Rescues Elderly Couple From Home Fire
Every day, AAA Northeast’s expert roadside technicians demonstrate a dedication to helping and serving people. Some days, their efforts are downright heroic. May 30 was one of those days. That’s when Norman Strom helped save an elderly couple from a fire in their Grafton, Mass., home. Strom was passing their house on his way toRead More
AAA Employees Committed to Community Service
Club employees give back through a number of volunteer efforts, including a recent Habit for Humanity build in Connecticut.
A Spin on Harley Quinn Spinsanity at Six Flags New England
For your viewing pleasure, watch our writer take on the new Harley Quinn Spinsanity ride at Six Flags New England.
Pillow Talk: How to Make a Four Diamond Bed
Bring some extra comfort and luxury into your bedroom with these bed-making tips from the housekeeping staff at a AAA Four Diamond Rated hotel.
New Ships Signal Bigger Is Better
Will the cruise industry ever rest in its pursuit of building bigger and bigger ships? It sure doesn’t seem like it. In April, Royal Caribbean International celebrated the inaugural voyage of the world’s largest cruise ship. Symphony of the Seas carries more than 5,500 guests and will be based in Miami beginning in November. TheRead More