Tag: california
Ask a Travel 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.
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.
Iceland: Close By, But Worlds Away
October 23, 2023. Kim Foley MacKinnon
Exploring the wonders and surprising convenience of an Icelandic adventure.
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.
The Extraordinary History of Hot Wheels
June 08, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
A half-century ago, 16 Hot Wheels arrived on toy store shelves. Today, billions of these miniature cars race around the world.
Ask a Travel Advisor: The Truth About Guided Travel
April 04, 2023. Marisa Perjatel
Guided tours have earned a bit of a bad rap over the years, but they’ve changed for the better.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.