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BLAIR REGION
Vol. 35 No. 10
NOV./DEC. 2015
LIMITED-TIME PERKS FROM AAA TRAVEL
Get a Visa® gift card (up to $400 in time for ‘Black Friday’ shopping) and onboard credit of up to $400!
RIVER CRUISING 2016 HURRY: Good only through Nov 16!
Viking River Cruises: Exploring the World in Comfort ®
Enjoy unique access to the world’s great cities & regions beyond them
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ne of today’s fastest growing “currents” in travel is river cruising — an exceptional touring experience that takes you to (and into) a place in a way that no other cruise can, by docking in the very heart of your destination. Because most river ships host fewer than 200 guests, your vacation is intimate, humanscaled and personal. River cruising, especially with AAA travel partner Viking River Cruises, is simultaneously relaxing, exciting and even educational — in the most enjoyable way. And between now and Nov 16, AAA and Viking® offer perks unavailable on other river lines: Get a Visa® gift card valued at up to $400.00 per stateroom (double occupancy) PLUS onboard credit of up to $400.00 per stateroom (double occupancy) on a new 2016 booking with nonrefundable deposit! (Number of nights determines the actual value of your perks.) You’ll receive your gift card in time for November’s Black Friday sales...and enjoy your onboard credit when you board your river cruise ship in 2016! Because of river cruising’s increasing popularity and smaller-size ships (compared
to ocean-cruising ships), you must book as early as possible. SUPER SLEEK VESSELS Viking’s deluxe river cruise ships glide in style through picturesque valleys peppered with historic castles, verdant vineyards and charming villages and into inviting cities that traditional ocean cruises can’t reach. These elegantly appointed vessels never feel crowded, greatly enhancing your onboard experience. Soak up the never-ending panoply of life unfolding before and beside you; it’s a mesmerizing, relaxing and thoroughly enjoyable way to see the world. Plus, you’ll unpack just once in your elegantly appointed boutique stateroom featuring sumptuous bedding, as well as a stylish bathroom with gleaming fixtures. Vast open-air top decks allow 360-degree views of passing scenery. Large windows and French balconies permit private viewing from the comfort of your stateroom just feet above the river’s placid and serene waters. In 2016, Viking will add 7 new ships to its award-winning fleet; its 6 new Viking Longships® feature river cruising’s first-ever true suite: 2 full-size rooms
with a full-size veranda and French balcony. Cruise Critic chose the entire Viking Longship fleet as 2012’s “Best River Cruise Ship,” the first time the award’s been presented to an entire class of ship! GREAT CITIES, GREAT SIGHTS On an ocean cruise, the ship is often the destination; though elegant, river vessels allow you to better experience a destination rather than being the destination itself. Throughout history, great cities grew along waterways — Paris/Seine, London/Thames, Budapest/Danube. Today, cities continue to embrace the arteries along which they sprouted, and their true hearts are revealed on and around their banks. Witness the timeless connection and interaction between city and river from a watery perspective — landmarks hugging shorelines, vessels ferrying folks from bank to bank, bridges soaring and arcing overhead, couples snuggling on overlooks. Your “floating hotel” docks right in the heart of downtown areas or within easy walking distance; great location and ease of access mean a better cultural experience. continued on page 8
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AAA Mobile is beautifully responsive and optimized to look and work great on your IOS or Android device. Use it to access Roadside Assistance, and more, all from one integrated app. Our new Service Tracker function takes the anxiety out of waiting for assistance. The app estimates the truck’s arrival time, letting you know when help will arrive. Watch in real time as the responding service vehicle makes its way to you. Members can track the progress of their road service request from the AAA Mobile app regardless of where the request was placed — through the app or the call center. AAA Mobile also makes the perfect travel companion for people on the go. In addition to roadside assistance key features include: • Convenient trip planning with interactive maps and turn-by-turn directions; • Exclusive member discounts at over 164,000 locations; • Mobile battery quotes and instant replacement; (where available) • Locate the AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities and AAA branches nearest you, no matter where you are; • Research and book AAA Diamond Rated hotels; • Find electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. AAA Mobile delivers the total mobile member experience. For more information or to download the AAA Mobile app, visit the AAA Mobile Solutions page at AAA.com/Mobile.
Forget the Stamp with AutoPay Avoid late payments and a lapse in your AAA membership with AutoPay. You’ll still receive a paper bill, and you can update your membership prior to making a payment. The credit or debit card you leave on file will be charged the amount of the bill. Any payments from your card will be debited 10 to 15 days before your renewal date. Simply logon to your account at AAA.com and select “Enroll” under Billing Information, or call the Member Service phone number on the back of your membership card to sign up.
Holiday Branch Closures AAA East Central branch offices and PennDOT Photo License Centers will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 26 and Friday, Nov. 27 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The Member Service call center will be open on Nov. 27 to assist members from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. at 1-800-441-5008. Branch locations will be open until noon on Christmas Eve and will be closed on Christmas Day.
Members save at PensGear team stores AAA members can kick off the 2016 season in style and receive 10% off their total purchase when they present their valid AAA card at the PensGear locations at CONSOL Energy Center and the SouthSide Works. Individual game tickets are also on sale now for all home games at Ticketmaster.com/penguins! AAA discount excludes Penguins Foundation items and game-used equipment.
“Come–From-Away” to Newfoundland Affectionately known as the Rock, Newfoundland is so far east that it occupies its own time zone. Flat-topped mountains hover over spectacular hanging valleys, icebergfilled fjords and ancient Viking settlements. AAA Travel’s “Wonders of Newfoundland,” June 9-20, 2016, is packed with 12 days of natural wonders, history, culture and Canada’s friendliest people. Book and deposit by Nov. 30, 2015 and enjoy member-level savings of up to $675 per booking. SEE PAGE 9.