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The Latest and Greatest Universal Orlando Resort Rides and Attractions
January 20, 2018. Vanessa Young
From The Wizarding World of Harry Potter to Minion dance parties, Universal Orlando rides immerse us in our favorite imaginative worlds.
Motivating Tunes: Choosing the Perfect Workout Music
December 18, 2017. Cassandra Raposo
Picture this: You’re at the gym, getting some cardio done on a treadmill, when you happen to glance over at someone pumping iron ahead of you. He’s in great shape and shows no signs of stopping, which makes sense once you notice how focused he is. Then, you see his headphones. It makes you wonder…
AAA Honors Individuals, Communities and Partners for Traffic Safety Measures in New York
December 18, 2017. AAA Staff
AAA Northeast held its 53rd annual Traffic Safety Awards luncheon in Garden City in October, recognizing individuals, organizations and communities for efforts to bolster traffic safety in New York. Marjorie Marciano, retired executive director of safety education and outreach for the New York City Department of Transportation, received an individual award for outstanding achievement in…
The World’s Best Ski Towns for History and Fun
December 15, 2017. AAA Staff
Why choose between historic exploration and fun recreation when you don’t have to? Get the best of both worlds on any of these ski getaways.
Robin Meade’s 1974 Ford Maverick
November 28, 2017. AAA Staff
This award-winning journalist is the longtime anchor of “Morning Express with Robin Meade” on HLN. A former Miss Ohio, she is also the author of the New York Times best-seller “Morning Sunshine: How to Radiate Confidence and Feel It Too,” and a singer-songwriter with two country music albums. Wake up to Robin and the “Morning…
Fun Places to Visit in the Northeast
August 15, 2017. AAA Staff
The Northeast is packed with amazing destinations and towns within driving distance of both New York and Boston. This guide will hit the 202 best drive trips within two hours of those great cities. From the tip of Long Island to the curved arm of Cape Cod, to the coastal gems in Maine, including Acadia…
Fun Places to Visit in the Northeast: 202 Road Trips from New York and Boston
August 03, 2017. AAA Staff
In the Northeast, you’re surrounded by hundreds of incredible places to visit, sights to see, fun activities to enjoy – all within easy driving distance from wherever you live.
College Road Trips: Places to See on Your College Search
August 01, 2017. Kim Foley MacKinnon
There’s hardly a parent with a teenager contemplating college that hasn’t hit the road to visit potential schools. From simple afternoon visits to more complicated college road trips, it’s wise to book some noncollege-oriented activities to offset some of the pressure. After all, when both you and your child are deciding their future for the…
Save & Splurge: Saratoga Springs
July 31, 2017. Craig Idlebrook
Saratoga Springs is a city that has reinvented itself many times throughout history. Since before Colonial settlers arrived to this New York city, its mineral springs have drawn visitors for the water’s reportedly restorative properties. Then it became known as a hotbed of gambling and horseracing. In the time since, Saratoga Springs has once again…
Impress With Recipes From AAA Diamond Rated Restaurants
July 01, 2017. Nick Tavares
Concoct expertly crafted dishes in your home with the help of AAA Diamond Rated restaurants. These recipes will ensure you three courses of fancy summer fare. 1. A fresh start Start sophisticated with the Champagne mango salad created by chef Jean Georges Vongerichten for his AAA Five Diamond Rated, self-titled restaurant in New York City….
Putting a Five Diamond Shine on the Big Apple
July 01, 2017. AAA Staff
If you’re looking to experience the finer side of New York City, AAA has you covered. For more than 80 years, AAA has inspected and rated both hotels and restaurants on behalf of AAA members. The highest ranking – AAA’s Five Diamond Award – is reserved for the best of the best. Earlier in the…
Touring Tuscany the Italian Way
May 01, 2017. Alex Lobrano
“I’ve dreamed of visiting Tuscany for years,” wrote Sheila, one of my oldest friends, from Sydney, Australia. “I know you’re busy, but it would be wonderful if you could meet me there, because then we could have a real catch-up that goes deeper than just a dinner – and I selfishly want to take advantage…
Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi’s 1994 Honda Accord
March 08, 2017. Roberto Cruz
With her signature catchphrases and trendsetting pouf hairstyle, Nicole Polizzi became a household name when she starred in MTV’s hit reality show “Jersey Shore.” Recently, Polizzi has been on several television programs, including “Nicole & Jionni’s Shore Flip” and “The New Celebrity Apprentice.” She is a proud mother of two, an entrepreneur with a fashion…
Hoof to It This Spring on the Best Hikes in the Northeast
March 08, 2017. Dana Laverty
Need to stretch your legs after that long winter? Lace up your hiking boots and check out some of the best hikes in the Northeast. Easy Alley Pond Park Queens, New York The second-largest park in Queens has several trails that wind through forest, and along ponds and a salt marsh. Saunter on the Tulip…
Dr. Travis Stork’s Nissan Pathfinder
February 08, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Host of the Emmy Award-winning talk show “The Doctors,” Dr. Travis Stork is a board-certified emergency medicine physician passionate about helping others achieve healthier lifestyles. In addition to appearing on season eight of “The Bachelor,” he’s also the New York Times best-selling author of “The Doctor’s Diet” and “The Doctor Is In: A 7-Step Prescription…