Tag: travel
Cruise Alaska and Expect the Unexpected
January 28, 2018. Joanna Cutrara
Breathtaking natural beauty, stunning views, diverse wildlife. Why an Alaskan Cruise should be your next dream vacation.
5 Smart Ways to Build Savings for Your Most Important Life Events
January 22, 2018. Joanna Cutrara
Everything you need to know about how to build savings for your next vacation, celebration or major life event.
11 Landmarks in Europe You Need to See Once in Your Lifetime
January 20, 2018. Jeanette Zinno
These landmarks in Europe are among the most Googled and Instagrammed sites in the world. How many have you seen?
10 Things We Love in Raleigh, N.C.
January 15, 2018. Kim Foley MacKinnon
North Carolina’s capital city is a delight to visit, with a compact downtown, thriving restaurant scene, exploding craft brewery industry and several free museums and green spaces. The walkable city is bursting with energy, and it can be fun to time your visit with one of the city’s many festivals. 1. The North Carolina Museum…
10 Things We Love About Charleston, S.C.
January 15, 2018. AAA Staff
Charleston, S.C., is often recognized as one of the nation’s best small cities, and it’s easy to see why.
Graced With a Scenic Harbor and Interesting History, Victoria, B.C., Beckons
January 15, 2018. AAA Staff
Victoria, the capital of Canada’s British Columbia province, is a fantastic jewel on the southeast point of Vancouver Island.
What’s Trending: Exciting New Technology for Travel, Cars and More
December 29, 2017. AAA Staff
Technology gets cooler and more advanced each and every day. Get the scoop on the latest high-tech accessories for travel, cars and your home.
Walt Disney World Adds Stellar New Attractions in 2018
December 21, 2017. Kimberley Edgar
Disney asked for filmmaker James Cameron’s fictional exoplanetary moon, its floating mountains, alien wildlife and bioluminescent plants – and got it. No longer 4.37 light-years away in Alpha Centauri, Pandora – the World of Avatar descended from deep space to open last May at Disney World’s Animal Kingdom, in Orlando, Fla. This whole new out-of-this…
Test Your Disney Cruise Lines Pixie-Dust Prowess
December 18, 2017. AAA Staff
Disney magic isn’t limited to movies or theme parks. Disney Cruise Lines has been delivering unforgettable family experiences on the high seas since 1998. In celebration of Disney Month, here are some interesting facts about the line. • Disney has four ships – Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy. • It was…
AAA Recognizes Safe Rides Group and Police Officers in Connecticut
December 18, 2017. AAA Staff
High school students in Wilton don’t have to worry about how to get home on Friday or Saturday nights. Since 2013, Wilton Safe Rides has given thousands of teenagers easy and anonymous access to safe, free transportation. Dozens of volunteers help operate the student-run group, which gives free rides home to high school students who…
Resorts Rule in Lush Punta Cana
November 10, 2017. Kim Foley MacKinnon
If Walt Disney had set his sights on creating an ideal beach vacation playground instead of a theme park, it might have resembled something like Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic’s go-to beach destination. It’s situated on the east coast of the island, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea. The area, which escaped severe…
Global Good Times: World Holidays All Year-Round
October 01, 2017. AAA Staff
In these parts, we often think of the holiday season as the five or six weeks between Thanksgiving and the New Year. But look around the world and you can find a celebration any time of year. January Australia Day is Jan. 26. The Aussie celebration includes events nationwide, like boat races in Sydney Harbor…
Awe-Inspiring Ireland
October 01, 2017. Erik Trinidad
To someone unfamiliar with the depths of Irish culture, images of shamrocks and leprechauns and pints of green beer on St. Patrick’s Day might spring to mind. At least that was my experience before visiting Ireland. Anyone who’s traveled to the Emerald Isle knows that its centuries-old culture goes far deeper than the American collegiate…
Discover Autumn’s Splendor in Scotland and Ireland
September 01, 2017. AAA Staff
Think spring and summer are the best times for an Irish or Scottish getaway? Think again. With a mosaic of fall foliage unfolding, the crisp autumn air, a lineup of traditional festivals, and harvest happiness from some of the friendliest people on the planet, it’s no wonder people fall in love with Ireland and Scotland…
Fall Color Flourishes in Greece
September 01, 2017. AAA Staff
Greece is renowned for its sunshine, with most travelers choosing to visit in spring or summer to bask in the glorious rays while taking in the culture and immersing themselves in the history surrounding them at every turn. It should come as no surprise that travelers leave immensely satisfied, simply because Greece has it all:…
Fall’s Stunning Colors Paint the Landscape Along the Rhine River
September 01, 2017. AAA Staff
A golden autumn along Europe’s mighty Rhine River is surely a sight to see. Autumn foliage along the Rhine peaks from late September to early October, and one of the ways you can revel in its splendor is by setting sail on an intimate river cruise, many of which ply through the Netherlands, Germany, France…
In Alaska, Fiery Fall Foliage is a Breathtaking Contrast to Snow-Capped Peaks
September 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Fall is far from a shoulder season in Alaska. In fact, for those who enjoy travel without the crowds, it could be the best time to visit the Last Frontier. From late August through October, the Alaskan sky shimmers in shades of pink, purple, yellow and blue while the red and gold foliage provides a…
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.
Slow Down: Lives Are on the Line
August 01, 2017. AAA Staff
Slow down, move over laws vary slightly by state. Learn about your state’s specific law and keep emergency responders safe at the roadside.