From AAA to GasBuddy, free apps to help plan your travels.

Did you know Payless ShoeSource offers a discount to AAA members? Neither did I until I downloaded AAA Mobile, the auto club's free app for finding hotels, restaurants and businesses offering AAA discounts; calling for roadside assistance; and TripTik planning.
Chances are if you're traveling this summer or fall, you're packing a smartphone loaded with apps, some useful, some not. 

See this week's Travel Wise column in The Seattle Times for a few that will come in handy for travel planning around the Northwest and beyond.