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AAA Arizona travel, automotive, insurance & traffic safety experts frequently discuss a variety of topics on statewide news programs. The list below describes our upcoming and most recent appearances.
Regular appearances include ABC 15's "Sonoran Living" (9:00 am every other Wednesday) and KGUN 9's "Good Morning Tucson" (6:20am every other Thursday).
11/18/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join AAA's Michelle Donati for a discussion on how families can eliminate holiday travel stress.
The segment will discuss:
11/17/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Jim Prueter for a discussion on holiday travel with children.
The segment will discuss:
11/04/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Michelle Donati for a discussion on holiday travel planning tips.
The segment will discuss:
10/14/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join AAA's Jim Prueter for a discussion on the impact of tourism in Arizona.
The segment will discuss:
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What AAA and others in the travel industry are doing to try and turn things around.
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How tourism dollars affect Arizona's economy.
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What AAA and others in the travel industry are doing to protect resort cities – like Phoenix and Tucson – from discrimination.
10/07/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Michelle Donati for a discussion on traveling with pets.
The segment will discuss:
- Pet-friendly hotels
- Things to keep in mind before traveling with a pet
- Information found in AAA’s PetBook
09/16/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Linda Gorman for a discussion on fall travel bargains.
The segment will discuss a variety of fun and affordable fall getaways to destinations such as:
- Lake Powell
- Disneyland
- Mexico
- Europe
- Hawaii
09/02/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Jim Prueter for a discussion on cruising with kids.
The segment will discuss a variety of family cruise options on cruise lines including: Disney, Royal Caribbean and Princess.
08/26/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join AAA's Michelle Donati for a discussion on planning your dream vacation.
The segment will discuss
five steps that can help turn a travelers daydreams into unforgettable memories.
08/06/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join AAA's Brad Oltmans for a discussion on the importance of adequate insurance coverage during monsoon season.
The segment will discuss:
- What type of policy a homeowner needs to insure their property against storm damage.
- Types of damage is covered under a homeowner’s insurance policy.
- Types of damage is not covered under a homeowner’s insurance policy.
- What can homeowner’s do to reduce their monsoon damage risk.
07/31/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Michelle Donati as she celebrates AAA Arizona's 82nd birthday with Sonoran Living viewers!
Sonoran Living viewers will get to opportunity to celebrate with AAA Arizona as we offer them an exclusive travel deal to a destination that tops nearly everyone’s list - Hawaii.
06/03/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Jim Prueter for a discussion on summer travel deals.
The segment will discuss:
- Deals being offered by airlines.
- Inexpensive, closeby destinations like Las Vegas and San Diego.
- Other ways to lower trip price, such as hotel discounts.
06/03/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join AAA's Michelle Donati for a discussion on travel planning resources.
The segment will discuss:
- Using AAA tools to calculate gas costs and find cheapest stations.
- TripTik Travel Planner to map out the best route and stops.
- iPhone app to pinpoint local savings.
05/20/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Jim Prueter for a discussion on Memorial Day travel.
The segment will discuss:
- A decrease in Arizona travel and what it means.
- About 80 percent of travelers are taking road trips.
- Travelers will be spending less this season.
05/20/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join AAA's Michelle Donati for a discussion on Memorial Day travel.
The segment will discuss:
- A decrease in Arizona travel and what it means.
- About 80 percent of travelers are taking road trips.
- Travelers will be spending less this season.
04/21/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join AAA's Michelle Donati for a discussion on the Great Battery Roundup.
The segment will discuss:
- AAA's 9th annual Great Battery Roundup.
- What parts of a battery are recycleable.
- How much AAA will donate to environmental charities for each battery collected.
04/15/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Jim Prueter for a discussion on the true costs of cruising.
The segment will discuss:
- Unbeleivable rates on cruises as the industry struggles.
- Surprise additional costs on cruises, for soda, photos, etc.
- Other expenses that can add up, for things like classes and auctions.
04/09/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join Marv Kea of Borst Automotive, a AAA Approved Auto Repair facility & AAA Top Shop award recipient, to discuss Car Care Month.
The segment will discuss:
- Preparing your vehicle to withstand the hot summer heat.
- Free 36-point car checks for AAA members at facilities statewide.
- How to do a self check of important components, if possible.
03/26/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join AAA's Jim Prueter for a discussion about "twin cars."
The segment will discuss:
- How some high-end cars often have a lower-priced "twin."
- Twin examples such as the Toyota Camry and Lexus ES.
- How sometimes the differences are minor and based on "jewlery."
03/18/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Michelle Donati for a discussion about travel in hot Mexico destinations.
The segment will discuss:
- The scoop on Cancun - one of the most popular Mexico destinations.
- Mazatlan, the shrimp capital of the world.
- Cabo and fishing in the sea of Cortez mixed with active nightlife.
03/12/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join AAA's Jim Prueter for a discussion about AAA's Top Picks.
The segment will discuss:
- AAA's top rated vehicles rated on price to handling.
- Picking the best vehicle with the features you want.
- Safety, fuel economy, features, drive, build quality, comfort
03/04/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Michelle Donati for a discussion about travel to Mexico.
The segment will discuss:
- Safety warnings on travel to Mexico and what they mean.
- Mexico as a popular vacation spot in 2009 and for Spring Break.
- New border requirements.
02/18/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Linda Gorman for a discussion about Spring Break travel.
The segment will discuss:
- Beginning research early and working with a reputable travel counselor.
- Travel insurance and changes in documentation needed.
- Packing light to avoid extra fees and getting a pre-trip car check.
02/04/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join AAA's Michelle Donati for a discussion about senior driving and AAA offerings.
The segment will discuss:
- As we age, changes in our vision and health can affect driving.
- AAA's CarFit program helps seniors stay safe behind the wheel.
- Keeping the Keys workshops and at-home DVDs help seniors drive longer.
02/04/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Linda Gorman for a discussion about romantic getaways for Valentine's Day.
The segment will discuss:
- A Friday Valentine's Day and weekend getaway plans.
- Phoenix getaways such as at Five Diamond Fairmont Scottsdale.
- Tucson getaways such as the Four Diamond Hilton El Conquistador.
01/22/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join AAA for a discussion about travel trends for 2009.
The segment will discuss:
- Vacation trends.
- Popular destinations.
- New passport requirements taking effect this year.
01/21/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Linda Gorman for a discussion about small ship cruising.
The segment will discuss:
- The unique, intimate experiences on small cruise lines.
- Taking advantage of big savings this year.
- Glamour of larger cruise lines as an alternative.
01/08/09 - Good Morning Tucson
Join AAA for a discussion about reviewing your insurance policy to save money.
The segment will discuss:
- How reporting a job loss and shortened commute can lower rates.
- That home improvements need to be reported to be covered.
- Reporting teen drivers to ensure coverage.
01/07/09 - Sonoran Living
Join AAA's Linda Gorman for a discussion of travel tips for 2009.
The segment will discuss:
- Beginning research early and booking early.
- Considering travel insurance.
- Working with a reputable travel agent.
AAA Arizona appears regularly KGUN 9 "Good Morning Tucson" at 6:20am every other Thursday and in Phoenix on ABC 15
"Sonoran Living" at 9:00 am every other Wednesday. |
