Traveling with AAA

How do you sum up a country consisting of 7,641 islands? A place where every bowl of noodle soup tells a story and the oceans are filled with extraordinary marine life. One word comes to mind: Padayon. It means “to keep going” in Hiligaynon, one of the country’s many languages, and it’s a fitting invitation to keep exploring. In this episode, host Angie Orth is joined by award-winning Scottish-Filipina travel writer Sarah J.C. Gillespie. She’s been visiting the Philippines since she was two, sp

The holidays are an exciting time. But between airport delays, layovers, and miles of interstate traffic, the journey can feel anything but joyful. Even with careful planning, hiccups can happen. Fortunately, there are a few tricks you can use to make your travels this season smoother and merrier. On this episode of Traveling with AAA, host Angie Orth is joined by Sal Vaglica, a New York-based travel and gear journalist whose work has appeared in publications including The Wall Street Journal a

Small ship cruising offers a more intimate way to explore. With fewer passengers on board, there’s more opportunity to get to know your fellow travelers and settle into life on the water. Host Angie Orth continues her conversation with Dan and Mikkel Woodruff, the founders of Sometimes Sailing and co-hosts of the Small Ship Cruise Talk podcast. They’ve taken dozens of cruises, including a small ship voyage in Alaska and a barge trip along a French canal, and devoted their podcast to sharing wha

Picture yourself sailing around a river bend, with nothing to do but take in the view.. How about gliding down a canal on a barge with just a few fellow passengers? Small ship cruising offers travelers a chance to explore with fewer crowds. Think quieter decks, familiar faces, and a more intimate journey. In this episode, host Angie Orth welcomes Dan and Mikkel Woodruff, the founders of Sometimes Sailing and the co-hosts of Small Ship Cruise Talk, a podcast dedicated exclusively to small ship c

Imagine a museum with interactive exhibits that highlight the rich culture of the land it rests on and its first inhabitants. Now imagine a world-class spa with sacred hot mineral springs set against picturesque desert scenery. That is exactly the treat you’re in for at the Agua Caliente Cultural Plaza, a destination dubbed one of the world's greatest places by Time magazine.  In this episode, host Angie Orth welcomes Anthony W. Purnel, vice chairman of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indi

Haunted houses and ghost tours are having a moment right now, and the South has become one of the best destinations for both. Host Angie Orth continues her conversation with travel writer and passionate Southern explorer Kinsey Gidick. She was once the editor-in-chief of the Charleston City Paper in South Carolina and now contributes to publications such as AAA Explorer, Travel + Leisure, Smithsonian Magazine, Wall Street Journal, Garden & Gun, and Fodor’s Travel. This time, Kinsey counts down