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AAA Auto Insurance

Posted by Kristin Collins \\ May 03, 2011

Most everyone has heard of AAA, and the name is typically associated with roadside assistance and travel guides. They are a major player in the auto insurance industry as well. If you want to compare auto insurance quotes, you definitely want to solicit a quote from AAA Auto Insurance in your quest for cheap car insurance.

What is AAA?

AAA, or the American Auto Association, was founded in 1902 and is an organization of automobile clubs that has membership in the thousands all over the world. AAA offers various services to its members including roadside assistance, travel planning, discounts on various products and services, and insurance. AAA auto insurance is through The Members Insurance Company, or TMIC, and only AAA members are eligible for coverage. Membership in AAA varies from state to state, but averaged out to about $90 per year.

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Bin Laden’s Death Does Not Change Terror Threat Level

Posted by Amanda Mitchell \\ May 03, 2011

The news of Osama bin Laden’s death has many vacationers comparing travel insurance to protect the excursions they planned. Some people feel the military action taken by the U.S. will inevitably lead to some form of retaliation, increasing some people’s fear of travel. Even after the announcement of his death, the terror thread level has not changed. The following excerpt from an MSNBC article provides more detail.

“The death of Osama bin Laden is an important success not only for the United States, but the entire world,” said Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano in statement. “Our efforts to combat terrorism, however, do not fixate on one individual, and we remain completely focused on protecting our nation against violent extremism of all kinds.”

Napolitano says elevated terror alerts will only be issued when the government has “specific or credible information to convey to the American public.”

Some law enforcement agencies around the U.S. added security meas

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Top 7 Driving Phobias (And How To Conquer Them)

Posted by Dustin Reed \\ May 03, 2011

April was Distracted Driving Month, which got us wondering, are people distracted by their driving phobias? So we polled our Facebook community to learn more about what exactly gives them the behind-the-wheel heebie-jeebies. Here’s what they said shakes them up:

27% Driving on mountain roads without guard rails
27% Driving in bad weather (ice, snow, and rain)
20% Driving near large trucks
4% Becoming unable to drive
4% Driving over bridges
3% Driving near intoxicated drivers
1% Veering off the road (uncontrollably)
1% Fearing that the hood latch would suddenly release

If any of these driving anxieties sound familiar, here are some tips for staying calm on the road (no matter what happens):

A good instructor can guide you through driving situations that make you feel uncomfortable and help you bolster your confidence. A

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Altitude Sickness On Arrival: How To Cope

Posted by Amanda Mitchell \\ May 01, 2011

Considering the far-flung destinations many people travel to on vacation today, it’s not surprising that more and more travelers are experiencing altitude sickness. If you travel to locations set at 3,500m (around 11,000 feet) above sea level you may develop symptoms of altitude sickness.

Altitude sickness signs and symptoms include headache, difficulty breathing, nausea and mental confusion. If you feel ill after arriving at a high-altitude location, use your travel insurance to seek medical advice. People with respiratory or cardiac problems are at greater risk of experiencing symptoms, even at lower altitudes.

Drink plenty of fluids on the flight as dehydration can make symptoms worse. Rest well when you arrive and adjust to the new conditions slowly, with minimal physical exercise at first.

Altitude sickness can occur right after you disembark the plane – certain airports in the Andes and Himalayas are located far above sea level – or it may take several days to kick in. Often

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US Travel Warning for Mexico

Posted by Amanda Mitchell \\ Apr 29, 2011

Travel insurance can protect a vacation investment if it has to be cancelled or interrupted for a reason that is written in the policy. Most of the time this is because of a sickness, injury or death of a traveler or family member, but many other unforeseeable circumstances can apply as well. A recent expanded US travel warning for Mexico has many travelers asking if this is a covered reason to cancel. An article from USA Today addressed the travel warning in more detail.

An expanded U.S.State Department travel warning to Mexico, issued before this week’s news that 183 bodies have been discovered in a northeastern border state, is generating mixed responses in tourist spots highlighted in the new alert.

The April 22 warning notes that millions of U.S. citi

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Sex and Car Insurance: How Gender Affects Your Rate

Posted by Dustin Reed \\ Apr 27, 2011

Auto insurance actuaries make generalizations about groups of people to help them determine auto insurance rates. Though it sounds surprisingly un-PC, your gender can generally predict driving behavior and, hence, how likely you are to be involved in an accident. And in spite of the stereotype of the ditzy female driver, you might be surprised to learn who pays more for car insurance. Ready?

Generally, males between the ages of 16-25 pay more for auto insurance than females the same age. It may seem like gender discrimination but there are good reasons why:

Males typically drive more than females. The more miles you drive, the higher your chances are for accidents and auto insurance claims.
Young males take more risks behind the wheel.

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Advice For Cyclone Season In The South Pacific

Posted by Amanda Mitchell \\ Apr 27, 2011

Travelers heading to the South Pacific region should be aware of the risk of cyclones during the period of December through April, according to the U.S. Department of State. The threat of cyclones originating in the area could cause problems for your trip.

While most vacations in the South Pacific pass without any negative incident, you should monitor weather reports and take the appropriate action should a tropical cyclone hit the region. Make sure your trip is protected with trip cancellation insurance. Affected areas include Australia, Fiji, the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, the Solomon Islands, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu, as well as French Polynesia.

Make sure you have up-to-date travel insurance to cover a tropical cyclone if it hits your vacation while you are abroad. In the past, U.S. residents were unable to return home on their scheduled flights due to infrastructure damage and limited flight availability.

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