Via Magazine

May/June 2025

A Viking cruise ship approaches port in Iceland
A Viking cruise ship at sea near Norway.

Today’s cruise lines can take travelers just about anywhere on water: Small and large ships sail most seas, riverboats visit charming towns, and expeditions go to the ends of the earth.

They cater to just about any interest now, too. Cruisers can easily zero in on exactly the experience they seek for any type of trip, from romance to adventure, gourmet to family fun. Here are several options to find a cruise that fits your style.

Desert View Watchtower in the Grand Canyon National Park.

If you have a specific kind of summer fun in mind—family-friendly hiking, say, or beachcombing—the West's national parks have you covered. Get to know which experiences make nine of the West’s most popular national parks shine especially bright in the summertime.

Adventures in the West

a view of purple flowers along coastside cliffs with palm trees and red-roofed houses in Pismo Beach, California.

Find your endless summer among these coastal escapes recommended by AAA Members.

A white church in Nome, Alaska with green grass and a blue sky.

Follow three different roads into Alaska’s remote frontier, where musk ox roam, gold glitters, and adventure awaits.

Flowers line the trail along Oakland California's Lake Merritt

Discover a bird sanctuary, tranquil gardens, and the city’s vibrant spirit.

People walk along a scenic pathway near trees and water in Great Falls, Montana

In Big Sky Country, waterfalls thunder, cowboy culture thrives, and mermaids beckon.

Car & Driving Tips

A divided highway cuts through the rolling hills of San Luis Obispo, California.

How the classic and adaptive versions compare.

Member News

AAA Mountain West Group CEO Marshall stands next to a Waymo self-driving vehicle.

Self-driving cars could teach us a thing or two.

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