Tag: Portugal

Hotels & Resorts

Out There: Top Hotels in Madeira, Portugal

December 06, 2023. Nicole Ekholm

AAA Associate Travel Specialist Nicole Ekholm shares her recommendations for where to stay while visiting this European hot spot.

Air Travel

The Best Time to Book Flights, Hotels, Cruises and Tours

April 04, 2023. Sarah Hopkins

Tips on when to book flights, hotel rooms and more to get exactly what you want when traveling, at the lowest rate.

Air Travel

5 Reasons to Escape to Madeira This Summer

May 02, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Jet off to Portugal’s best-kept secret for tranquility and adventure.

AAA

Planning a ‘Grand’ Portugal Trip

September 01, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

The Landsmans visit their local AAA branch to lock in what promises to be an unforgettable grandfather-grandson adventure.

Air Travel

10 Incredible Adventures on Terceira Island

March 01, 2025. AAA Staff

Can’t-miss experiences in the jewel of the Azores.

Air Travel

The Benefits of Traveling During Shoulder Season

August 18, 2025. Leandra Beabout

The many perks of booking a trip in the offseason.

Air Travel

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.

AAA & Air Travel

Top Foreign Currency Exchanges and Destinations

July 01, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

The most popular foreign currency exchanges at AAA branches and where members travel with it. 

Day Trips

Hispanic Heritage Trail Through the Northeast

October 02, 2025. AAA Staff

The U.S. is home to hundreds of Hispanic heritage sites — and some of the most remarkable are right here in the Northeast.

Air Travel

5 Reasons Why Portugal Should Be Your Next Vacation

August 28, 2025. Lisa Beach

Your Portuguese adventure awaits, and it’s closer than you think.

Newsroom

AAA Releases Top Labor Day Destinations

August 18, 2025. Mark Schieldrop

Time flies when you’re having ‘sun.’

Newsroom

Record 72.2 Million Americans Expected to Travel Domestically Fourth of July Week 

June 20, 2025. Jillian Young

Independence Day trips are up 2.4% over last year; road trips and flights are setting new records.

Food & Dining

Standout Northeast Coffee Roasters

September 27, 2023. Annie Sherman

We dive into the history of one of the world’s most popular drinks and reveal our favorite regional shops.

European Tours

Why You Should Go to Europe in the Fall and Spring

July 07, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Experience the perks of traveling during shoulder season.

Budget-Wise & Road Trips

20 Things to Do in Massachusetts Under $20

March 27, 2024. Sarah Vincelette

Explore the state’s most budget-friendly activities.

River Cruises

See the World With Viking

April 01, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Indulge in destination-focused, culturally enriching, small-ship elegance.

European Tours

64 Must-See Sights in Europe

March 01, 2018. AAA Staff

Inspire your next European vacation with this guide to the best attractions in Europe. Click here for helpful travel tips and videos, too!

Air Travel

Your Favorite Travel Souvenirs

November 08, 2021. AAA Staff

We recently asked about your favorite travel souvenirs, and you responded with sweet, sentimental and fun stories of your most-cherished travel treasures.

River Cruises

Finding Treasures Along Portugal’s River of Gold

May 23, 2018. Dana Hammond

Portugal is having a moment. The westernmost country on the European continent, home to explorers who led the Age of Discovery, has been luring world travelers to its own shores of late. I savored that thought as I took a final sip of sweet port wine on the bow of the Viking Torgil as it…

Travel

Cultivation: Gardens around the world are embedded with culture, style and elegance

October 19, 2018. Jeanine Barone

Even in the most chaotic cities, gardens big and small are a balm for the soul, enwrapping us in tranquility. Beyond giving us a botanical education, gardens also reveal the artistry of different landscaping styles and offer insights into a destination’s culture, history and geology.