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Marisa Perjatel
Marisa is the content manager for AAA Northeast. She’s been writing and editing for more than a decade, including eight years at AAA. You can say she’s Your AAA Network’s biggest fan. Here, she’s covered everything from insurance to the region’s top restaurants. A native Long Islander, she’s always in search of fun new day trips and drives in and around New York, often guided by the next best place to eat.
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Strawberry Picking on Long Island
Discover the best spots to pick strawberries in the area.
Rest Insured With Travel Insurance
Before your next trip, don’t forget to pack peace of mind.
Ask an Advisor: Travel Advisor Myths and Facts
AAA travel experts set the record straight on common misconceptions that could be keeping you from saving time and money on trip planning.
Faster Flight Routes for Summer Travel
Newly launched flight paths are aimed at getting travelers to their destinations faster and more efficiently.
Term Life Insurance Myths and Facts
When weighing your life insurance options, why choose term? We separate the facts from fiction to help you decide.
Ask an Advisor: The Truth About Guided Travel
Guided tours have earned a bit of a bad rap over the years, but they’ve changed for the better.
Does Life Insurance Get Taxed?
Answers to questions about life insurance and taxes that policyholders and beneficiaries should know.
Ask an Advisor: Hurricane Recovery in Florida
Florida’s hurricane recovery efforts are ongoing in areas hit hardest by recent storms. Find out how it could impact your travel plans and what you can do to support this popular destination.
Visit Lake Placid This Spring
Enjoy smaller crowds, lower hotel rates and be as active or as laid-back as you want – all in the beautiful Adirondacks.
Why Did My Home Insurance Rate Go Up?
If you are wondering why your home insurance rate has increased, the short answer is: It’s a sign of the times.