Traveling with AAA

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Traveling with AAA

To help you get the most of your travel experiences, Traveling with AAA takes you around the country and the world through conversations with industry pros. You’ll hear tips and tricks, travelers’ tales, and hard-won wisdom that will inspire you to plan your next adventure. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the views of Auto Club Enterprises/The Automobile Club of Southern California, AAA and/or its affiliates.

  1. 11 DE DEZ.

    Where to Go in 2025 Internationally with Jim Benning and Derrik J. Lang

    If you’re planning to venture outside of the United States of America in the upcoming year, it’s a good idea to know what’s new and exciting before you narrow down your destination list. Ahead of the new year, we’re sharing the top trending international travel destinations for 2025.Today, Angie Orth is back with Westways and AAA Explorer editor-in-chief Jim Benning and senior features editor Derrik J. Lang. They’re recommending a  handful of destinations that are offering something fresh for visitors yet still feel accessible for U.S.-based travelers.You’ll hear about the most up-and-coming hotspots for the new year and what makes them worth a visit. We’re covering everything from arts and culture to food and pop culture, exploring fabulous places that still feel within reach. What You’ll Learn:* (1:02) An art and food hub with something for everyone* (4:10) A new non-stop tropical destination* (6:40) The next big city destination in South Africa* (7:57) A new railway adventure in Mexico* (12:35) An island destination not too far from homeConnect with:Jim Benning: https://www.jimbenning.net/ (https://www.jimbenning.net/)https://www.instagram.com/jimbenning (https://www.instagram.com/jimbenning)Derrik J. Lang: https://derrikjlang.com/ (https://derrikjlang.com/)https://www.instagram.com/derrikjlang (https://www.instagram.com/derrikjlang)Connect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa  (https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa)LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises (https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises)Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises (https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises (https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises)

    18min

  2. 5 DE DEZ.

    Where to Go in 2025 Domestically with Jim Benning and Derrik J. Lang

    If you’re gearing up for another exciting year of travel, then this episode is for you. We’re taking you on an action-packed and adventurous journey across the United States of America, exploring what’s new and unique for 2025 in the world of travel. Today, Angie Orth welcomes Westways and AAA Explorer editor-in-chief Jim Benning and senior features editor Derrik Lang. Our very own in-house travel experts have chosen the most buzzworthy U.S. destinations for 2025, and their choices are as diverse as they are accessible.  You’ll hear about the top U.S. destinations that are offering exciting experiences to visitors in 2025. From the most anticipated museum and theme park openings to timely events and festivals, we’re covering all of the regional bases.What You’ll Learn:* (1:49) An Olympic-ready west coast destination * (5:49) Culture and adventure in the midwest* (9:34) Immersive arts and great eats in the Lone Star State* (12:11) The most unmissable city in America* (14:50) A nature-filled Southern destination Connect with:Jim Benning: https://www.jimbenning.net (https://www.jimbenning.net/)https://www.instagram.com/jimbenning (https://www.instagram.com/jimbenning)Derrik J. Lang: https://derrikjlang.com (https://derrikjlang.com/)https://www.instagram.com/derrikjlang (https://www.instagram.com/derrikjlang)Connect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa  (https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa)LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises (https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises (https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises (https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises)

    22min

  3. 28 DE NOV.

    The Top 5 Best Places to See the Northern Lights with Valerie Stimac

    You’ve decided to go for it and plan a wintery journey to gaze up at the stars. And, if you’re lucky, you might even witness the Aurora Borealis with your own eyes. Now, it’s time to narro...

    6min

  4. 21 DE NOV.

    Best Places to See the Northern Lights with Valerie Stimac

    Picture yourself bundled up in a warm puffy coat, sipping a thermos of hot mulled wine. You’re looking up at the clear night sky, freckled with bright stars in every direction. Suddenly, y...

    21min

  5. 13 DE NOV.

    5 Tips for Choosing Great Souvenirs with Rolf Potts

    Souvenirs are more than objects. They’re how we jog our memories to reflect on the experiences we’ve had exploring the world. They are also thoughtful gestures that let people back home know they are important.That’s why selecting souvenirs can be considered an art form. Sometimes, it’s as simple as buying a kitschy shot glass or tea towel. Other times, the objects we choose might hold deeper significance. Knowing how to select the best keepsakes at the right moment for the intended recipient takes experience.   Today, Angie Orth is back with travel writer Rolf Potts. His book, Souvenir (Object Lessons), is a deep dive into the cultural history and significance of souvenirs. You’ll hear how to weigh emotional authenticity over physical authenticity when it comes to selecting souvenirs, and how to budget for space and finances when deciding what you want to take home. You’ll also learn how to choose locally made crafts and why that’s important to tourist economies. What You’ll Learn:* (0:45) Being instinctive about the items you choose* (2:41) Consideration for authenticity* (3:43) Opting for locally-produced gifts* (4:43) Budgeting for souvenirs* (7:30) Thinking outside of the gift boxConnect with:https://rolfpotts.com (https://rolfpotts.com)https://www.instagram.com/rolfpotts/ (https://www.instagram.com/rolfpotts/)https://x.com/rolfpotts (https://x.com/rolfpotts)https://www.facebook.com/rolf.potts (https://www.facebook.com/rolf.potts)Connect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa  (https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa)https://clubadventures.com/ (https://clubadventures.com/)LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises (https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprises)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises (https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises)Facebook:

    9min

  6. 6 DE NOV.

    Travel Souvenirs with Rolf Potts

    Holding on to the memories of the places we travel through souvenirs is an act of preservation. They are the physical manifestations of our travel experiences captured through the things we buy, collect, and even photograph, along the way. Souvenirs are meaningful not only for ourselves but they’re also a way of sharing those stories with others when we return home.Today, Angie Orth welcomes travel writer Rolf Potts. He has reported from more than seventy countries and six continents for publications including National Geographic Traveler, The New Yorker, Slate.com, the New York Times Magazine, and the Travel Channel. He is the author of Souvenir (Object Lessons), a book that explores the cultural history of travel souvenirs. You’ll learn the history of bringing objects home from travel journeys through the ages, and how souvenirs have evolved as access to travel has expanded and changed. You’ll hear about a Japanese-inspired tradition that imparts a deeper connection between the objects we choose and the people we gift them to, and you’ll learn how to be a more discerning shopper when it comes to selecting souvenirs. What You’ll Learn:* (3:02) The definition of a souvenir* (7:38) A deeper way to think about souvenirs* (11:58) How photography has influenced our travel memories* (14:49)  The evolution of travel keepsakes* (17:53) Advice on when to buy souvenirs Connect with:https://rolfpotts.com (https://rolfpotts.com)https://www.instagram.com/rolfpotts/ (https://www.instagram.com/rolfpotts/)https://x.com/rolfpotts (https://x.com/rolfpotts)https://www.facebook.com/rolf.potts (https://www.facebook.com/rolf.potts)Connect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa  (https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa)https://clubadventures.com/ (https://clubadventures.com/)LinkedIn:

    21min

  7. 24 DE OUT.

    Top 5 Events in the U.S. for Experiencing the Day of The Dead with Mathew Sandoval and Lauren Cocking

    Are you ready to experience the vibrant colors and rich cultural heritage of Día de Los Muertos? If the sweet smell of pan de muerto is already luring you in, then it’s time to settle on a...

    9min

  8. 17 DE OUT.

    Best Places to Experience Day of the Dead with Mathew Sandoval and Lauren Cocking

    If a rich dose of cultural heritage tempts your travel appetite, then visiting a destination where Día de Los Muertos is celebrated might add a new dimension to your worldview. From intric...

    24min
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To help you get the most of your travel experiences, Traveling with AAA takes you around the country and the world through conversations with industry pros. You’ll hear tips and tricks, travelers’ tales, and hard-won wisdom that will inspire you to plan your next adventure. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the views of Auto Club Enterprises/The Automobile Club of Southern California, AAA and/or its affiliates.

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  • Criado por
    Automobile Club of Southern California
  • Anos de atividade
    2022 - 2024
  • Episódios
    99
  • Classificação
    Livre
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    Copyright © 2022-2023 Automobile Club of Southern California and its licensors. All rights reserved.
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    Traveling with AAA

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