“How do I pack it all?” This is the challenge that nearly every type of traveler faces, whether planning for a quick overnight trip or an extended getaway. You’ve got clothes, toiletries, laptops, phones, digital cameras, itineraries, jackets, guide books and so much more. So, how do you manage to fit it all into your…
Opinion is divided as to whether air travel is truly safe for pets. Statistically, it is less dangerous than being a passenger in a car, but some experts warn of potentially deadly conditions for animals. The truth lies somewhere in between: Most pets arrive at their destination in fine condition, but death or injury is…
“If you want to get away from it all, don’t take it all with you!” -Anne McAlpin With almost every airline charging $25+ for your first checked bag and $50+ for overweight bags (each way!), it’s more important than ever to pack smart. The following…
AAA Oregon to Celebrate Grand Opening of Grants Pass Service Center AAA Oregon/Idaho is inviting the public to celebrate the grand opening of the Grants Pass Service Center on Friday, April 4 at 1563 N.E. F Street, Grants Pass, OR 97526. At 10:15 a.m., representatives from the Grants Pass and Josephine County Chamber of Commerce…
Jewelry sales more than double in December than any other month, according the U.S. Census Bureau. Expensive holiday gifts are a good reason to review insurance coverage as we move into 2014, advises the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). It’s a perfect time to ensure you properly insure your valuables. Standard homeowners and renters insurance policies…
Overall value is top priority for most travelers when selecting a hotel PORTLAND, Ore. – Selecting a hotel can be a daunting task. On vacation your hotel is your home away from home. The right hotel enhances your vacation experience, while the wrong choice can lead to unexpected expenses, inconvenience and frustration. The first step…
AAA Says, Prepare by Understanding What Your Insurance May Cover From frozen pipes and fallen trees to caved-in roofs and broken windows, storms can wreak havoc on your home and automobiles. AAA suggests that homeowners and renters check their insurance policies to see what is covered. “When high winds begin to howl or layers of…
Outgoing President/CEO John Porter accepts position with AAA Southern New England PORTLAND, Ore. — AAA Oregon/Idaho announces that its board of directors has named Timothy J. Morgan as President and CEO effective Jan. 1, 2014. He replaces Dr. John D. Porter who has accepted a position with AAA Southern New England. Porter’s last day with…
Dog bites accounted for more than one-third of all homeowners insurance liability claim dollars paid out in 2012, costing more than $489 million, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) and State Farm, the largest writer of homeowners insurance in the United States. An analysis of homeowners insurance data by the I.I.I. found that while…
PORTLAND, Ore. – Hands-free technologies might make it easier for drivers to text, talk on the phone, or even use Facebook while they drive, but new findings from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety show dangerous mental distractions exist even when drivers keep their hands on the wheel and their eyes on the road. This…