Enhanced Agreements Better Serve Travelers

AAA announced the following companies as Preferred Lodging Partners for 2008-2010:

Best Western International
Global Hyatt Corporation
La Quinta
Marriott International
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide

“AAA’s comprehensive review of top lodging companies was guided by our goal to provide member travelers with complete and reliable information and the most competitive rates across a broad spectrum of lodging choices,” said Rick Rinner, Executive Vice President, AAA Administration & Publishing. “We’re pleased to announce significantly deeper partnerships with proven companies that have demonstrated their commitment to strong member service and value.”

Preferred Lodging Partners leverage the strong recognition and trust associated with the AAA brand to reach the largest independent leisure travel segment. AAA’s 50 million members account for 36 percent of all U.S. lodging reservations, spending $38 billion annually on U.S. hotel stays. AAA’s print and online travel information database includes some 32,000 AAA Approved and Diamond rated lodgings.

As North America’s largest motoring and leisure travel organization, AAA provides 50 million members with travel, insurance, financial, and automotive-related services. Since its founding in 1902, the not-for-profit, fully tax-paying AAA has been a leader and advocate for the safety and security of all travelers.

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