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National Parks

Ask an Advisor: How to Vacation at National Parks  

April 17, 2024. AAA Staff

A AAA travel advisor shares insights on what to see, where to stay and how to keep kids entertained on your next national park trip.

Air Travel

Family Vacations That Give Back to the Planet

April 15, 2024. Kind Traveler

Be part of the green revolution by investing in the planet on your next family vacation.

Day Trips

Six Swell Surf Towns in the Northeast

August 07, 2023. Bob Curley

From Cape Cod to the Jersey Shore, we’ve found the raddest surfing destinations to hang 10.

Cars & Trucks

The Most Bizarre State Driving Laws in the Country

March 28, 2023. Andrew Sheldon

From illegally parking in front of Dunkin’ to hugging while driving, we’re uncovering some of the strangest traffic laws on the books.

Air Travel

The 7 Hottest Cities in the World

March 15, 2023. Nathan Duke

Let us take you on a journey to seven of the hottest cities in the world.

Cars & Trucks

10 of the Most Famous Movie Cars

March 09, 2023. Andrew Sheldon

There are iconic characters, enduring songs and classic quotes, but often, it’s the set of wheels that steals the scene in movies.

Lifestyle

Famous Female Explorers and Adventurers

March 02, 2023. Sarah Hopkins

These famous female explorers and adventurers saw the world, lived life on the edge and broke gender barriers.

Cars & Trucks

Are These The Most Nerve-Racking Roads in America?

October 28, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

From crash-prone urban highways to unpaved backcountry routes, these are the most dangerous roads in the country.

Hotels & Resorts

The Most Unique Hotels in the USA

September 13, 2022. Sarah Hopkins

Make your vacation special by staying in some of the most unique hotels in the USA, from underwater hideaways to treetop suites.

Mortgages

What to Expect When Buying a Flipped House

May 16, 2022. Chris Wood

From good bones to remodels to a fresh coat of paint, here’s what home buyers need to know when buying a flipped house.

Road Trips

The Best Road Trips for Convertibles

May 12, 2022. Nicole Wakelin

Take the top down and enjoy the wind in your hair! These road trips for convertibles are sure to keep you smiling all summer long.

Travel

Driving the Oregon Coast to San Francisco

February 09, 2022. Nate Williams

AAA member Nate Williams returns to the West Coast to complete his bucket-list trip.

Road Trips

Unique Museums of the Northeast

January 21, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

From classic candies to silver screen treasures and everything in between, the Northeast has shrines to just about anything you can think of.

Road Trips

Retrace These Famous Movie Road Trips

November 09, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

The only thing more exciting than watching road trip themed movies is driving the route yourself.

Road Trips

Holiday Shopping on the Road

October 31, 2021. AAA Staff

Check off your gift list during your holiday travels and get into the spirit of the season at any of these shopping destinations.

Air Travel

Santa Cruz: The Best-Kept Secret in California?

October 22, 2021. Jerry Ascierto

Mountains, ancient redwoods, an iconic amusement park, the birthplace of American surfing: Santa Cruz is Northern California’s true gem.

Spooky Season

The Somewhat-Haunting History of Halloween Costumes

October 08, 2021. Andrew Bifulco

From animal skins to superhero capes: The fine art of dressing up has its roots in ancient pagan traditions.

Auto Insurance

Steps to Avoid an Auto Insurance Premium Increase

October 05, 2021. AAA Staff

Hikes in insurance expenses are to be expected, but they don’t need to be painful. Here are a few tips for avoiding or limiting an auto insurance premium increase.

North American Tours

Unexpected American Foliage Spots

August 26, 2021. Sarah Hopkins

The Northeast corridor isn’t the only place to find American foliage. These unexpected American foliage locations are not to be missed.

Lifestyle

The Fastest-Growing States in America

May 11, 2021. AAA Staff

New data released by the U.S. Census Bureau shows where Americans moved over the past decade, noting the fastest- and slowest-growing states.