Here are some more of our recent questions-and the answers provided by AAA experts.

We are going to Santa Rosa Beach, FL. What is the status of the Gulf oil spill there?
Last summer’s oil spill is no longer affecting that area or any Florida, Alabama, Mississippi or Texas Gulf destination, nor are there any reported residual beach issues. Currently, the only Gulf beach closure is in Louisiana at Grand Isle State Park. Enjoy your trip.
Scheduled to see 2 shuttle launches STS-134 & 135. What are the best locations to observe, including paid access type locations if applicable?
We did a blog post on this subject that might we helpful to you, and it also links to this page about best public viewing areas for shuttle launches. All other options are no longer available (in the past, there was the ability to sign up for a lottery to get a car pass to get closer or tickets for the Kennedy Space Center paid viewing areas, but those have sold out) – the interest in these final launches is huge and there will be big crowds and bigger traffic jams after the launch (or scrub, as sometimes happens.) Please plan to go to any of the public viewing areas very early, and pack your patience. If you do not have accommodations yet, look into that and map your route on TripTik Travel Planner and good luck!

I am a senior and will be traveling alone to San Francisco to visit the CA Academy of Sciences. I have no budget limitations, but thought it would be better to stay nearby. Where would you recommend I stay?
Please click here to be taken to a map pinpointing the CA Academy of Sciences in TripTik Travel Planner. The blue icons are AAA Approved hotels, and as you can see, there are few lodgings right near Golden Gate Park where the Academy is located. The only one nearby in the Stanyan Park Hotel, a boutique-style hotel. If you would be more comfortable staying in a more traditional or upscale environment, zoom out slightly to see the many choices to the east of the park closer to downtown. Click on the icons to see the Diamond Rating and description and to check rates and availability right from the map. There are so many, if you have no budget limitations, treat yourself to a Four or Five Diamond experience like the Fairmont or Omni and ask the concierge to arrange transportation for you.

Any resources covering US 421 from Richmond, KY south to Sandgap? The area has a lot of history, including the Big Hill Road climb up the mountain, Civil War battles, etc.
Please click here to see this area and route in TripTik Travel Planner. Zooming in to the route will show green flag icons for attractions like Richmond Battlefield Park and Battle of Richmond Visitors Center, as well as other travel information like lodgings and restaurants (click on the icons for more information about each). For upcoming events at the Visitor Center check their web site.

Do you have discounts to Disney Park, CA? How will I know where the AAA parking area is?
For information on Disneyland packages with AAA benefits (and other Disney deals from AAA) please visit www.AAA.com/Disney. Please note that AAA Diamond preferred parking is only available for purchasers of a vacation package.

Planning our honeymoon and want to visit Civil War sites, including Washington DC. Any suggestions?
We suggest you look at this site first (click here) to get an idea about Civil War related-sites in Washington and the surrounding area. As far as the travel part of it, go to AAA.com/travel and put in your dates to see AAA Approved lodging choices (though you will pay quite a bit more to stay in DC itself than outside the District). If you will be traveling by car, you can use TripTik Travel Planner to map a route from your home to the sites you wish to visit and zoom in to see attractions and lodging along the way.

Is AAA Mobile web app. available for Apple iPad?
Yes, but full functionality on non-3G iPad devices requires uninterrupted Wi-Fi access. Click here for more info.

We operate a 12 room mountain lodge in Rico, Colorado. What is the first step to getting AAA inspected?
Please go to www.AAA.biz/Approved for complete information.

I take 6 different types of medication every day and am flying to Vegas. Can I put all my meds for 4 days in one bottle?
Though it is tempting to try to save space in your carry-on bag, it is better to keep your medication in the original bottles with the prescription information to pass through security.  A good article can be found here.

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