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A purple sunset over Zion National Park in Utah.
Sunrise lights up the rocks in Red Rock Canyon in Nevada on a winter morning.

Banish the thermals with surreal desert hikes, dude ranch rides, and alfresco hot tubs.

Historic white lighthouse in Port Townsend, Washington at dusk.

Find warm escapes and snowy wonderlands at these spots.

Lanikai Beach, Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii

In winter when waves are pounding, savvy travelers seek sanctuary at beaches that offer calm refuge.

AAA Members ski with views of Lake Tahoe.

From ski towns to tropical beaches, here are the best places to play—and relax—from November to March.

Snow-covered grounds of the Northern Lights Resort & Spa in Yukon, Canada.

From Europe to Central and South America, these gems remain mysteriously uncrowded.

The Las Vegas strip lit up at dusk.

Get to know Las Vegas like a local, from downtown to Chinatown, Red Rock Canyon to Hoover Dam.

An elderly driver with his head turned to look behind him when backing up

Sometimes the warning signs can be subtle. Here's how to recognize them.

A lineup of cars at a dealership

Make sure to do a thorough inspection for signs of flood damage before buying a pre-owned car.

A Utah Highway Patrol car with flashing lights is pulled over behind a black truck on the side of a highway.

Every state in the West has restrictions on left-lane driving.

A child runs across a crosswalk on a fall day.

AEB technology has improved dramatically in just a few years.

A group of riders meander through the desert at Kay El Bar Guest Ranch in Arizona.

This lasso-shaped road trip ropes in everything from saloon-packed mining towns to Indigenous lands of unbridled beauty.

A family hikes through the vibrant rocks at Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada.

Eye-catching rock formations, desert wildlife, and mementos of history make this day trip from Las Vegas a win.

fall colors in Zion National Park, Utah

Head to these national parks during the off-season to enjoy the trails all to yourself.

A bench overlooks the pond at Dos Rios State Park in California.

Take a guided tour to visit former ranchland transformed into a place to spy endangered wildlife.

A woman in a purple sweatshirt walks up the aisle of a full airplane.

From the rules of reclining to graciously handling screaming kids, here’s how to be a considerate passenger.

a hiker sitting and looking out at a scenic valley with a mountain in the background.

Why not resolve to do more of something you already love?

A whale tail visible above the water in Monterey Bay.

The Pacific Coast has some of the best places for whale watching—you don’t even have to leave land.

A couple ride up a snow-covered forest trail on fat bikes.

See frozen waterfalls, watch for whales, cozy up in a cabin, and more this season.

The Grand Canyon covered in snow at sunset.

Explore the state during some of its best months.

AAA Members ride a train through Alaska's wildflowers.

Discover new things to do, whether you’re exploring your neighborhood or a new destination.

The Viking Yurt at Park City Mountain Resort in Utah.

When it’s blustery outside, warm up inside at one of these cozy spots.

Exterior of LampLight Lounge in Disney's California Adventure Park.

Enjoy magical settings alongside sophisticated dishes.

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Wooden church in the Bodie, California church town

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aspen trees in Colorado with yellow leaves

Find a new spot to view fall foliage, and immerse yourself in the forest with guest Lauren Oakes.

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