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Traveling with AAA

Auto Club Enterprises
Travel
Travel Tips
Route 66
Canadian Maritimes
Souvenirs
Sicily
Family Travel
Chicago
Air Travel Etiquette
Camino De Santiago
Hawaii
California
South Africa
Travel Insurance
Solo Travel
New York City
Ghost Tours
Winter Travel
Wild Atlantic Way
Quebec City

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 o... more

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A pickleball court with the Rockies rising in the distance. A game played beside glaciers off the coast of Alaska. A lesson on the grounds of a historic château in the French countryside. For a fast-growing wave of travelers, a love of pickleball is ... more

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Beach or no beach, island or mainland, the Caribbean refuses to fit into one neat box. The range is far more diverse than the tourism brochures let on, whether it’s a volcanic island with zero sand or a mainland destination that still feels unmistaka... more

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Most travelers see only a sliver of what the Caribbean actually has to offer. Beyond the beaches and duty-free shops lie hidden waterfalls, active volcanoes, centuries-old ruins, and cultures barely touched by tourism.

Host Angie Orth sits down wit... more

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Europa Park has a coaster that drops you inside the Phantom of the Opera. Knoebels, in rural Pennsylvania, has free admission and food that tastes like a real home-cooked meal. Neither one is a household name, but they just might be the best theme pa... more

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Matt Meltzer
Traveler, writer specializing in offbeat destinations; Marine
Thrillist, Matador Network, Fodors; The Leftovers Miami
Episode: Lesser-Known Caribbean Destinations with Matt Meltzer
Zachary Laks
Theme park expert and travel writer
Self-described expert; discussed by host
Episode: Top 5 Theme Parks You Need to Add to Your Bucket List with Zachary Laks
Zach Laks
Travel journalist and advocate for immersive theme park experiences
Theme park journalist and critic
Episode: Theme Parks Around the World with Zachary Laks
Daniel Durazo
Director of External Communications at Allianz Partners USA
Allianz Partners USA
Episode: When Travel Doesn’t Go As Expected: Top travel mishaps and how to handle them with Daniel Durazo
Ryan Pfeffer
Food expert and senior editor at The Infatuation
The Infatuation
Episode: Top 5 South Florida Food Destinations with Ryan Pfeffer
Kayleigh Ruller
Food lifestyle and travel writer
Contributor at Food & Wine, Eater, Charlotte Observer
Episode: Food Trails Across America with Kayleigh Ruller
Sampson Levingston
Indianapolis-based city storyteller and guide featured for insider perspectives on the city
Self/Local Expert
Episode: Top 5 Must-See Spots in Indianapolis with Sampson Levingston
Scott McLaughlin
IndyCar driver for Team Penske
AAA Travel (via interview)
Episode: Exploring Indianapolis with Scott McLaughlin and Sampson Levingston
Scott Taylor
President of Spot Pet Insurance
Spot Pet Insurance
Episode: The Pet Owner's Guide to Stress-Free Travel with Scott Taylor

Hosts

Angie Orth
Host of Traveling with AAA; frequent traveler expert and AAA-affiliated host.
Sheeka Sanahori
Award-winning travel journalist featured in group travel and family travel episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 170 ratings
  • Let’s go!

    So much great information!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missmelissaruth
    United States10 months ago
  • Informative podcast on everything travel

    Great, reliable source of information for traveling and helping to plan trips.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunshine state 1234
    United States10 months ago
  • Great Podcast/Reliable Company

    AAA is always there whenever my car doesn’t want to cooperate! Listening to their podcast was so intriguing. Such a great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    guest1138
    United States10 months ago
  • Helpful!

    Grateful for the information!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Anon 1111111
    United States10 months ago
  • Disney world insider tips

    Podcast offers nice and interesting tips that I want to use when I travel to Disney World, especially during the holidays. I especially love the family tips like watching your kids watch the parade as their eyes light up. Even the small unknown rest points are en pointe!

    It’s the small moments that I need reminders to soak in the moments of my kids at Disney. Nothing beats that! Thank you for the insider tips.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MapleSaga
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate actionable advice, family-friendly content, and AAA resources tied to travel deals and safety
Informative and practical travel tips repeated across episodes
Great mix of destination spotlights and real stories, feels like chatting with a well-traveled friend

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Top 5 Theme Parks You Need to Add to Your Bucket List with Zachary Laks
Q: What is your one piece of advice to maximize a first-time visitor's experience outside the familiar Orlando area?
Show up and structure your day into blocks (morning, afternoon, evening) rather than over-planning every minute, allowing room for serendipity and a more relaxed, present travel experience.
Top 5 Theme Parks You Need to Add to Your Bucket List with Zachary Laks
Q: For someone who hasn't considered European parks, how do you make the case for visiting Efteling?
He suggests simply going and enjoying without over-planning, noting that Efteling usually avoids fast passes, the queues are manageable when themed, and the overall immersion makes it worth prioritizing a day trip or longer.
Top 5 Theme Parks You Need to Add to Your Bucket List with Zachary Laks
Q: At least what most people know about these parks is the main attractions; what is the hidden gem that comes to mind first when someone says they want a theme park trip that doesn't feel like all the other trips?
Zachary emphasizes Europa Park as a hidden gem that offers a cohesive European narrative, diverse lands, and standout attractions like Voltron and the Phantom of the Opera VR ride, making it feel like an immersive mini-continent rather than a single park experience.
Theme Parks Around the World with Zachary Laks
Q: How has technology, like VR or high-quality video content, changed the theme park experience?
Technology has amplified the storytelling by enabling new dimensions of immersion, such as VR experiences inside coasters, and by making park content more accessible and shareable on social media, which in turn raises expectations for future experiences while encouraging people to seek out multi-park itineraries.
Theme Parks Around the World with Zachary Laks
Q: What makes a park stand out for you beyond just the rides?
A park stands out when its cohesion, immersion, and perceived value align to create a comprehensive narrative experience that makes visitors feel part of something larger than a ride—where every detail supports the story and the overall day feels like a seamless journey.

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What is Traveling with AAA about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The program centers on practical travel insights, destination spotlights, and traveler-smart tips drawn from conversations with industry pros, local experts, and thought leaders. Episodes frequently blend hands-on guidance for planning, safety, and budgeting with vivid, real-world travel stories—ranging from food trails and local culture to family travel, pet travel, voluntourism, and group trips. A standout is the frequent integration of brand-supported tips and services (notably AAA resources) into actionable travel advice, plus a willingness to explore offbeat destinations and deeper human connections through travel. The show tends to emphasize authentic experiences, responsible travel, and accessible planning for a broad audience of mix... more

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Recent guests on Traveling with AAA include:

1. Matt Meltzer
2. Zachary Laks
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4. Daniel Durazo
5. Ryan Pfeffer
6. Kayleigh Ruller
7. Sampson Levingston
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