Tag: united states

AAA

Deaths Caused by Running Red Lights Reaches a 10-Year High

August 29, 2019. Andrew Sheldon

939 people died from red-light accidents in 2017, nearly half were passengers or people in other vehicles.

Money

States With the Highest and Lowest Unemployment Rates

August 28, 2019. AAA Staff

While unemployment affects the entire U.S., unemployment rates can vary wildly from state to state.

North American Tours

Unique Festivals in the U.S.

July 23, 2019. Kim Foley MacKinnon

From dirty dancing to The Dude, these unique festivals in the U.S. feature something for everyone.

Hotels & Resorts

Making Your Hotel Stay More Environmentally Friendly

July 18, 2019. Pamela Hunt

Rest easier during your next trip with a stay at an Earth-conscious hotel.

Air Travel

Self-Care in the Air: Long Flight Essentials

March 23, 2019. Jeanette Zinno

If you’re planning on spending many hours in the air, it’s worth taking the time to factor in comfort.

Day Trips

9 Best College Towns in the Northeast

February 08, 2019. Nathan Duke

There are a ton of towns in the Northeast with universities at their figurative center. Here are the 10 best college towns to travel to.

Casino Vacations

Five Unique Casino Vacation Destinations

February 03, 2019. Craig Idlebrook

For a different kind of casino vacation, consider thinking outside of Atlantic City and Las Vegas.

Travel Insurance

Why You Should Consider Travel Insurance

January 03, 2019. Angelica Beneke

It’s important to feel secure, no matter where you are in the world. Here’s why 4 in 10 Americans are thinking of getting travel insurance.

Travel Insurance

Travel Safety Tips for Averting and Dealing With Travel Mishaps

November 27, 2018. Ashley Richardson

What if you lose your passport or get sick while overseas? Here’s how you can prepare for unforeseen travel troubles.

National Parks

Guide to US National Parks: Deserts and the West

November 27, 2018. Pamela Hunt

If sweeping landscapes of sand dunes and cacti are your thing, plan to visit one of these US national parks.

Technology

Cassettes are Fast Forwarding Back Into Our Lives

November 15, 2018. Rebecca Galib

There’s nothing like a jam session in your car to some great tunes. Remember popping your favorite cassette tape into the stereo? Cassettes, successors to eight-track tapes, once dominated the car music scene. Now our speakers are ruled by the digital domain of Bluetooth stereos and Apple CarPlay. But fear not, nostalgia fans: cassette tapes…

Technology

New and Emerging Smartphone Trends

November 05, 2018. Andrew Sheldon

Get to know the technology that will take your smartphone to the next level.

Supplemental Health

Health Risks for Young Adults to Think About

November 05, 2018. Paul Grimaldi

You may be young, but you’re not invincible! Pay attention to these health risks to stay at the top of your game for years to come.

National Parks

Guide to US National Parks: Volcanoes and Islands

October 28, 2018. Pamela Hunt

To see the earth’s geologic forces at work or to spend a relaxing afternoon island-style, check out these U.S. national parks.

Credit Cards

How Credit Card Companies Protect Your ID and Security

September 30, 2018. Tara Schatz

Fraud costs credit card companies millions of dollars every year. Learn about what is being done to protect your ID and privacy.

Road Trips

Places to Stay and Things to Do in Philly This Weekend

September 28, 2018. Jill Fergus

Haven’t been to the City of Brotherly Love in a while? You might be surprised at all of the amazing places to stay, food to eat and things to do in the area.

Travel Insurance

Will a Travel Advisory Affect My Travel Insurance?

September 21, 2018. AAA Staff

Visiting a trip to a region with a travel advisory can be tricky. Find out the various scenarios that can interfere with your trip and if you are covered.

Credit Cards

The History of Credit Cards and the Credit Card Life Cycle

September 15, 2018. Tara Schatz

A look at how credit cards came to be, how the technology works and the process they go through to get from the printer to your wallet.

Road Trips

Fantastic Things to Do in Niagara Falls

September 05, 2018. Rebecca Melnitsky

Next time you and your family are headed to the Great White North, take this list of things to do in Niagara Falls.

Air Travel

5 Jobs That Require Travel

September 02, 2018. Andrew G. Rosen

Want to see the world but still need to make money? Make an adventurous career choice that allows you to travel while you work!