Tag: boston
Rush-Hour Headache Relief
April 16, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Driving during rush-hour can be incredibly stressful and frustrating. Use these tips to make your gridlocked commute a little safer.
All Aboard These 7 Awesome Amtrak Day Trips
March 17, 2018. AAA Staff
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 at AAA Boston
March 14, 2018. AAA Staff
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 registry…
Best New England Day Trips for Couples
March 01, 2018. AAA Staff
From hiking and kayaking to dining on farm-to-table delicacies, the New England states offer many tempting ways for couples to spend the day together.
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…
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…
Back to School Means Great Rates on Vacations
July 31, 2017. AAA Staff
The start of a new school year means different things to different people. For kids, it means homework. For parents, it means frantic early mornings and afternoons. For teachers, it means stacks of papers and projects. But for travelers, it means one of the year’s best travel windows has arrived. It’s when the summer crowds…
New Massachusetts Four Diamond Hotels for 2017
July 01, 2017. AAA Staff
AAA added four Massachusetts hotels to its exclusive Four Diamond list for 2017. Boston Park Plaza: This hotel is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year after completing a multiyear, $100 million renovation in 2016. Furniture and fixtures throughout the hotel were replaced, the 1,060 guestrooms and communal areas were completely redone and a library room…
Iceland: Close By, But Worlds Away
June 01, 2017. Kim Foley MacKinnon
It’s not hard to see why Iceland has become such a popular travel destination.
The Best Cold Weather Running Gear for Winter Runs
February 08, 2017. Nick Tavares
We asked Terrence Mahon, high performance coach at the Boston Athletic Association – the organization behind the Boston Marathon – about the essentials for winter running safety. Here are his top picks for winter-weather gear. Winter running shoes: These offer less-breathable uppers and extra traction, with moisture-wicking or water-repellent materials. Check out stabilizers with small…