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Monica Encalada tidies a bed at the Madison Beach Hotel in Connecticut.

Pillow Talk: How to Make a Four Diamond Bed

Bring some extra comfort and luxury into your bedroom with these bed-making tips from the housekeeping staff at a AAA Four Diamond Rated hotel.

A two-story family suite, with a slide, is one way example of how the cruise industry is upping its game for travelers.

New Ships Signal Bigger Is Better

Will the cruise industry ever rest in its pursuit of building bigger and bigger ships? It sure doesn’t seem like it. In April, Royal Caribbean International celebrated the inaugural voyage of the world’s largest cruise ship. Symphony of the Seas carries more than 5,500 guests and will be based in Miami beginning in November. TheRead More

Niagara Falls

Big Budget Isn’t Necessary to Enjoy Big Waterfalls

Besides its amazing falls, perhaps one of the best things about going to Niagara Falls is that there’s something for every budget.

AAA Urges You Not To Drive Intexticated

A father is driving with his three children in the back seat. His left hand is firmly on the steering wheel while his right hand is gripping a beer bottle. Shocking, right? But would you be as shocked if the same man was holding a phone instead? Distracted driving can be as devastating as drivingRead More

Samantha Arteaga’s winning entry. She attends Academy of Our Lady of Grace in Fairview.

New Jersey Student Share Traffic Safety Messages

Seven local students earned first-place awards for their artwork in the annual AAA Traffic Safety Poster & Video Contest. Students were judged in several grade categories and competed against students from across New Jersey. Winners included: Kindergarten Sean Corcoran, Academy of Our Lady of Grace, Fairview Primary (Grades 1-2) Miah Ovando, first grade, Academy ofRead More

save and splurge montreal

Enjoy Montreal No Matter Your Budget

The city where French and English mingle freely has something for visitors on any budget.

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Distracted Drivers Make Everyone’s Commutes Slower

The next time you’re a few minutes late for work, you could blame it on distracted drivers. After all, the excuse is backed by science. Distracted drivers can slow down commutes by as much as 10 percent, according to David Strayer, a cognitive neuroscientist at the University of Utah. His research for the AAA FoundationRead More

student loans

Do You Know What Student Loans Pay For?

Many students wouldn’t be able to attend college without student loans. About 53 percent of adults ages 18 to 29 with bachelor’s degrees have outstanding student loan debt, according to the Pew Research Center. But student loans don’t cover every college-related expense. Students and their families often have to combine funding sources to cover notRead More

Paul Lee and Mimi Man at the Garden City, N.Y., branch, holding a membership card.

Look Who We Met at AAA

Paul Lee and Mimi Man, of Jericho, N.Y., recently visited the AAA Garden City branch to pick up an international driver’s permit before traveling to Japan. Lee said he likes visiting the branch because of the nice people who provide great service. A AAA member since 2011, Lee is also a big fan of exclusiveRead More

Swimming exercise class

A Head-to-Toe Guide for Your Warm-Weather Well-Being

You need to protect yourself from head to toe if you want to make the most of the year’s longest and warmest days. Here’s a quick primer.

pilot flying a drone

Get the Buzz on Drone Use

Drone use and any damage it causes isn’t covered in most standard homeowners insurance policies.

prequalify for home mortgage

Be a Savvy Homebuyer – Avoid These Common Mistakes

Taking a careful, measured approach to buying a home can help you prevent possible trouble down the road.

The Whiteface Lodge

Experience Natural Beauty in New York’s Adirondacks

The Adirondacks area has a diverse lineup of attractions, restaurants and lodging to fit any budget.

amtrak day trips

All Aboard These 7 Awesome Amtrak Day Trips

Amtrak is a quick and convenient option for enjoying cool day trip destinations like Washington, D.C., Boston, and so much more.

Massachusetts RMV Opens

Massachusetts RMV Opens at AAA Boston

Gov. Charlie Baker and Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito recently celebrated the launch of Registry of Motor Vehicles services at the AAA Boston branch, along with representatives of AAA Northeast, the state Department of Transportation and the state Registry of Motor Vehicles. The event capped off an effort between the RMV and AAA to provide registryRead More

member memories

Member Reminisces About His 1921 Model T

Back in 1949, when I was 13 years old, my grandfather had a 1921 Ford Model T, which I could have with my father’s permission. He gave in after I agreed to keep it off the hayfields. When it was delivered, I asked my father to teach me how to drive it. He just startedRead More

save and splurge savannah

Surprising Savannah Has Much to Discover

Savannah is ready to surprise you. Tourists planning to visit Georgia’s oldest city may expect to walk beneath haunting Spanish moss or check out charming city squares. But did you know the city has a bustling, family-friendly waterfront? Here are a few options for enjoying this Southern gem that you might not have known about. Budget Stay:Read More

Kitchen Remodel

Stay Hip to Today’s Home Improvement Trends

What’s hot in home remodeling.

Luxury vacation

Enjoy Fabulous Las Vegas No Matter Your Budget

The glamour of Las Vegas has long beckoned travelers looking to hit it big on a glitzy escape from the daily grind. While the city made its name on casino gambling, today’s Vegas is increasingly family-friendly. Its lineup of attractions, hotels and restaurants offers something for budget-minded travelers, high rollers and everyone between. Budget Stay:Read More

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Younger Travelers Take to Cruising

Millennials are sailing more. Recent industry surveys found that 85 percent of people between ages 18 and 34 have more interest in cruise travel – particularly in small ship and river cruising – compared to one year ago, and they are cruising more often than Gen Xers (35-50) or baby boomers (50-68), too. Cruise linesRead More