Picture this: you’re standing in your closet doorway. An unzipped, empty suitcase is sprawled out on your bed. Your flight leaves at 8 a.m. tomorrow. Sound familiar? Traveling can be stressful, especially internationally. Think about all the different clothes, medications and forms of payment you utilize on a daily basis—it’s easy to forget something. So, …
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No matter how it’s defined, a 100th birthday is certainly cause for celebration. And in 2019, The Butler Institute of American Art reached this milestone with plans for special exhibits, activities and events, including a special celebratory gala in October. Founded by Youngstown industrialist Joseph G. Butler Jr. to house his extensive collection of American …
On May 10, 1869, the ceremonial golden spike was hammered in the ground near Promontory, Utah, and transcontinental rail travel was made possible. While the cost has risen a bit since then, you can re-create the journey with Amtrak, and even travel along some of the same routes as First Transcontinental Railroad to celebrate the …
Glaciers, mountains, volcanoes, rainbows, waterfalls, lava fields, rolling plains, fjords, open roads… this small nation has a wealth of beauty to share. On March 12, a team of 6 of AAA’s travel experts traveled to Iceland, one of Europe’s most popular destinations. We asked them to come up with a few travel tips if you’re …
Picture this: Your plane has just touched down on the tarmac in Oslo, Norway, the frigid air nipping at your nose as you disembark. Your Scandinavian odyssey, the trip you’ve dreamed of for a lifetime, awaits. You hurry toward the baggage claim, dreams of fjords and Vikings swirling through your head, when you realize your …
Travel is often about adventure and relaxation, but there is nothing restful about becoming a victim of hotel theft. People report thieves lifting everything from heirloom jewelry left on the edge of a bathtub to cash and credit cards stowed in luggage. While crime can occur anywhere, there are steps travelers can take to protect …
When I stumbled off the plane in Belgrade, Serbia, I was jet-lagged and haggard, but ready for an adventure. I was one of the lucky few who got to head out on Club Adventures’ first tour, and I had packed accordingly. Though I would be spending 8 days touring the Balkans, I’d only brought a …
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You’ve planned your trip and packed your suitcase, and it’s almost time to head out on your much-needed vacation. Here are some quick tips to keep you, your belongings and your home safe, so you can enjoy a worry-free vacation. If you’re bringing a suitcase, make sure your luggage is labeled with your name and …
Once you decide to tackle the Hana Highway in Maui, Hawaii, you need to make reservations for Mama’s Fish House in Paia since the popular restaurant fills quickly and bookings need to be made weeks in advance. After this journey, you will want to reward yourself with a nice meal, and possibly a stiff drink …
The all-new AAA Club Adventures program was created exclusively for members who want to explore our world through a local lens. With global journeys 8-14 days long, we keep our group sizes small and our tour leaders local. We introduce you to adventure travel through the people who call our destinations home; people who will share …