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FALL’S COMING!

Play Your Cards Right

Your AAA membership card already gives you access to thousands of discounts; this summer, why not use it to win, too? Between now and August 31, 2015, when you visit any participating Approved Auto Repair facility, swipe your membership card for a chance to instantly win a $100 service voucher valid for your next purchase at a AAA Approved Auto Repair facility. And, as part of the 2015 AAA Summer Spectacular Sweepstakes, that swipe could win you a car! With about 8,000 Approved Auto Repair facilities across North America, you’re never too far from a technician you can trust. All approved facilities must pass stringent reviews on a regular basis and meet insurance and financial background checks.

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ummer’s upon us, when lots of folks take their annual vacations. But AAA Travel suggests autumn may actually be a better time to get away — especially this year, and if you’ve always wanted to visit ever popular Italy. That’s because you can take advantage of great savings and valuable perks on select Italian vacations offered by 2 of our preferred travel partners — AAA Member Choice Vacations® and Insight Vacations.® To qualify, you must book and pay in full a Fall 2015 itinerary from the list on page 21 between July 1 and July 31. Besides the fact that the US dollar remains strong against the euro, why should you go to Italy during a “shoulder” season like fall? First, it can mean avoiding the larger crowds, longer waiting lines, crazier traffic and, in many cases, higher cost of everything from meals to souvenirs that characterize summer’s “high” season. Second, fall weather can be very pleasant; while you may encounter a few more raindrops than in summer, Italy’s daytime temperatures and humidity levels are generally very comfortable, making for excellent touring

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conditions. Third, traveling this fall in particular entitles you to limitedtime offers on select itineraries, starting with a $200.00 rebate per room (double occupancy) which you can then use for just about anything for your upcoming trip or while on your trip — travel clothes...airport parking...souvenirs...whatever you want. Additionally, AAA Member Choice Vacations® itineraries on the list include an exclusive $600.00 per room (double occupancy) member-only discount...complimentary door-to-door home-toairport sedan service (within 50-mile radius of airport; other restrictions may apply; call for details). Insight Vacations® itineraries on the list feature a 7.5% discount per booking (a value of as much as $180.00), prepaid guide & driver gratuities (an exclusve-to-AAA value of as much as $89 per person) and a AAA Member Benefit in the form of a $40.00 voucher per person toward the payment of select optional tours. Italy has always been one of the most popular European destinations among AAA members because it seemingly offers it all — ancient history & contemporary style, arguably continued on page 21

TURN TO PAGE 21 FOR 8 GREAT OCT/NOV 2015 ITINERARIES!

Join Lori Cook, Safety Advisor From AAA East Central/Northeast Ohio Region for a AAA Safe Driving for Mature Operators Course, October 27 & 29, 2015. Designed especially for motorists age 55 and older, participants will learn how aging affects driving, compensating techniques, and defensive driving practices. Managing time, space and visibility — the keys to safe driving — are all covered in depth. Make better decisions behind the wheel. Learn about safety devices on your car that you don’t know about and how to adjust your car to better fit you! This course is approved by the State of Ohio for an insurance discount for drivers 60 or older, but participants must attend all sessions (8 hours) to be eligible. Classes will meet on both days 10:00 a.m. to noon, and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Trumbull AAA branch location, 937 Youngstown Warren Road, Niles, Ohio. The cost is just $10 for AAA members, $15 for non-members. Contact AAA Trumbull at 330.652.6466 for further details.

Updates and Savings Wherever You Go Looking for advice on buying a new car? How about planning your next day trip? Before you head to a search engine, check your email inbox. AAA’s monthly e-Update newsletter packs a variety of travel news, discounts and deals available only to members, information on local events, insurance tips and more into one email! There’s also information on credit monitoring, insurance, new products and services and annuities. Signing up for and receiving AAA’s eNewsletter is free and secure. You can discontinue your subscription at any time. For more information and to sign up, visit AAA.com/enews.

Keep Your Contact Information Up To Date Have you moved recently or changed your status? AAA relies on having your correct address, telephone number, and email as our primary means to stay in touch and keep you informed about the AAA benefits, services, and news that may be important to you. To update your information, or change your address call AAA Member Services at 1.800.441.5008 or 1.412.363.5100 in Pittsburgh.

Take Two for the Road With AAA Planning a road trip this summer? A recent survey found AAA members are more likely to find better room rates at AAA.com/hotels than at other leading online travel sites 72% of the time. The independent survey compared rates on AAA.com with Expedia, Orbitz and AARP. AAA members also enjoy an exclusive package of savings and benefits when you rent from Hertz. Hertz makes a driving vacation affordable with up to 20% discounts, special offers, free unlimited mileage on most rentals and free Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® membership. SEE PAGE 9.

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Free identity theft monitoring for AAA members Monitor your personal information with ProtectMyID® Essential

mericans are having their personal information exposed at record-breaking rates. Hackers have exposed the personal identifying information of more than 110 million Americans — roughly half of the nation’s adults — in the past 12 months.1 Once your information is stolen, it can be used to open bank accounts, forge checks, and even take out loans — all in your name. Restoring your good name and credit record can be a long and frustrating process. Some commonsense precautions can help protect your sensitive information: Password-protect all accounts. Do not share your password, and change passwords regularly. Limit access to your Social Security number. Do not carry your card in your wallet. Shred sensitive documents such as pre-approved credit card offers, convenience checks or anything containing personal or financial information. Keep personal files off your desktop and out of easy access. Check your credit report monthly. Pay bills online through your bank or creditor’s secure website. Keep your firewall and anti-virus software up-to-date on digital devices. Never open emails or click on links from unknown sources. Even with all these safeguards, your information can still be compromised by increasingly sophisticated malware.

AAA members can be proactive about detecting identity theft by taking advantage of a free identity theft monitoring product provided by ProtectMyID®. This product is backed by Experian®, a major U.S. credit bureau and provider of superior identity theft monitoring products. Comparable to plans costing $79, ProtectMyID® Essential includes these important features: • Daily Credit Monitoring of your Experian® Report — Your credit report is monitored daily to detect key changes. • Email Alerts — Sends an alert notification to your inbox if key changes are

detected in your credit report. If no changes are detected, you’ll be sent a monthly allclear email. • Fraud Resolution Support — Provides support and guidance from a dedicated Fraud Resolution agent to help you investigate and resolve fraud. • Lost Wallet Assistance — Provides assistance from a ProtectMyID® agent to help cancel and replace your cards if your wallet is lost or stolen. In addition, ProtectMyID® Essential also provides AAA Premier members with $10,000 in Identity Theft Insurance to help reimburse eligible expenses, such as lost wages and legal fees, should you become a victim of identity theft AAA also offers a more robust identity theft monitoring product known as ProtectMyID- Deluxe at a substantial member savings. ProtectMyID® Deluxe offers additional monitoring for just $8.95 a month, a 60 percent discount off the retail price. It monitors all three major credit reports daily, and provides up to $1 million in Identity Theft Insurance2. • Internet Scan — Conducts confidential daily monitoring of online sources known for selling, trading or sharing compromised information and searches for signs that your identity is exposed. • Change of Address Notification — Monitors the U.S. Postal Service’s national change of address databases to alert you if your address has been changed. ProtectMyID® Deluxe also includes ChildSecure®, a feature that helps sdetect identity theft by closely monitoring enrolled children’s credit information, and alerting you if someone applies for credit or opens credit accounts using your children’s personal information. To be eligible, to enroll, you need to be an active member over the age of 18 with a valid email address and access to the internet. More details about ProtectMyID® Essential and ProtectMyID® Deluxe are available at AAA.com/watchid or by calling or visiting your local AAA branch office. Source: CnnMoney May 28, 2014 2 Identity theft insurance underwritten by insurance company subsidiaries or affiliates of American International Group, Inc. (AIG). The description herein is a summary and intended for informational purposes only and does not include all terms, conditions and exclusions of the policies described. Please refer to the actual policies for terms, conditions and exclusions of coverage. Coverage may not be available in all jurisdictions. 1

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800-441-5008 membersvccntr@aaaec.com APPROVED AUTO REPAIR: 216-606-6332 aar@aaaec.com

AUTO BUYING SERVICE: 800-446-7433 DRIVER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS: 216-606-6121 EMERGENCY ROAD SERVICE: Cuyahoga County: 216-606-6000, ers@aaaec.com Ashland, Ashtabula, Geauga, Huron, Lake, Lorain, Portage, Mahoning, Stark, Trumbull, and Tuscarawas: 800-AAA-HELP

INSURANCE AGENCY: 216-606-6194, 800-343-4851 insuranceservices@aaaec.com

MOTORIST, Northeast Ohio Region: 216-606-6700 motorist@aaaec.com

PUBLIC AFFAIRS: 216-606-6702 PUBLIC RELATIONS: 216-606-6712 TRAFFIC SAFETY PROGRAMS: 1-800-845-0375 TRAVEL AGENCY: 800-354-8761 www.AAA.com

Northeast Ohio AAA Offices ALLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/823-9820 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/821-2323 2322 South Union Ave., 44601 ASHLAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419/289-8133 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419/289-2222 1074 Commerce Parkway, 44805 ASHTABULA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/997-5586 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/998-1008 2835 North Ridge Rd. East 44004 INDEPENDENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216/606-6300 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216/606-6080 5700 Brecksville Rd. 44131 LAKE COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/974-0990 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/205-9090 6980 Heisley Rd., Mentor 44060 LYNDHURST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/473-0700 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/473-0747 5356 Mayfield Rd. 44124 MAHONING COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/726-9083 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/726-0622 1275 Boardman-Canfield Rd., Boardman 44512 MASSILLON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/833-1084 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/833-1084 1972 Wales Rd, 44646 MIDWAY MALL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/324-2090 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/324-3423 1839 Midway Mall, Elyria 44035 NORWALK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419/668-1622 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419/668-1622 275 Benedict Ave. Norwalk 44857 PORTAGE COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/296-3406 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/296-3406 2641 Rte. 59, Ravenna 44266 SOLON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/248-9000 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/248-1808 34050 Solon Rd. 44139 STRONGSVILLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/783-3395 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/783-3396 17220 Royalton Rd. 44136, The Great Escape Plaza TRUMBULL COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/652-6466 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/652-6466 937 Youngstown-Warren Rd., Niles 44446 TUSCARAWAS COUNTY TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/343-4481 1112 Fourth St., New Philadelphia 44663 . . . . . . . 330/343-4481 WESTLAKE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/788-3102 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/788-3103 149 Market St., Crocker Park, Westlake 44145

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Kids, cars and heat are a deadly combination East Central Ohio Region Official publication of AAA East Central Published monthly (except bimonthly Aug./Sept., Nov./Dec.) by AAA East Central 1972 Wales Rd. NE#1, Massillon, OH 44646-4110 330/ 833-1084 USPS 0679-850 Periodicals Postage Paid at Massillon, OH Postmaster: Send address changes to AAA Motorist East Central Ohio Region P.O. Box 6150 Cleveland, OH 44101 Subscription Rate: $1 included in Primary Membership dues. All others: $2/year. Publisher ................................James E. Lehman Managing Editor............................. Douglas O’Neil Business Manager ..................... Sherry A. Madison Editorial Office/Advertising Inquiries 5700 Brecksville Road, Independence, OH 44131 216/606-6704 e-mail: motorist@aaaec.com

AAA EAST CENTRAL Chairman ................................................ Richard S. Hamilton Vice Chairman.........................................James E. Broome, Jr. Vice Chairman............................................... Gregory E. Grim Vice Chairman..........................................Mary Lynn Laughlin Vice Chairman..................................... Martha Hartle Munsch OFFICERS: President ....................................................James E. Lehman Executive Vice President ............................... Thomas J. Ashley Secretary .................................................. Robert H. Compton Treasurer .......................................................Robert S. Collins GOVERNING BOARD OF DIRECTORS Neil D. Bassi, James E. Broome, Jr., Steve D. Bullock**, Charles O. Casto**, Edward C. Coaxum, Jr., Robert S. Collins, Robert H. Compton, Jon E. Denney, Debra A. Dinnocenzo, Pamela C. Fritz, Gregory E. Grim, Richard S. Hamilton, James H. Kanicki, Charles J. Kelly** , Mary Lynn Laughlin, William Duff McCrady, James M. McDonnell, Thomas V. McKernan Jr., Martha Hartle Munsch, Gary K. Munsie** EAST CENTRAL REGION BOARD OF DIRECTORS Neil D. Bassi, Chairman, Robert S. Collins, Vice Chairman, Carol Asam, Christian Asam, Jack A. Barkley, William E. Bierer**, Ellsworth T. Bowser**, Peter Burton, Marianne B. Campbell, Michael A. Cochran, Daniel J. Collins Jr.**, Robert S. Collins, Robert H. Compton, Debra A. Dinnocenzo, James J. Dodaro, Jack G. Ellis, Charles W. Groce, Richard S. Hamilton, Mark Henschen, Luke Howe, Richard Kallenborn, Herbert G. Koenig, Mark S. Mansour, W. Duff McCrady, Martha Hartle Munsch, W. Lee Oswalt, III, Michael Parkes, John D. Petruso, Louis Pomerico, Jacob N. Skezas, James C. Stump, Jr., James F. Ward **emeritus directors

OHIO MOTORISTS REGION BOARD OF TRUSTEES James H. Kanicki, Chairman, Audrey T. Cole, Vice Chairman, Keith Boales, Thomas G. Brick**, Steve D. Bullock, Edward C. Coaxum, Jr., Gary S. Cowling**, Jon E. Denney, Richard S. Hamilton, John B. Hexter, James H. Kanicki, Mary Lynn Laughlin, John D. Leech**, Marvin E. Montgomery, Peter C. Ohlheiser, Sara E. Stashower **emeritus directors ALLIANCE REGIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS Glenn L. Akins, Keith Brown, Roy Clunk, Janet Culp, Mark Henschen, Gregory King, Terence Taylor, Andrew Zumbar MASSILLON REGIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS Wendy Blosser, Jeffrey Bushman, Karen Crites, Douglas Lab, Robert Marks, William Schumacher, James Snively, Robert Yund TUSCARAWAS REGIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS William Andreas, Terry Bates, William Belknap, II, James Carrothers, Michael Cochran, Chris Helbing, Chris Hensel, John Herzig, Blair Hillyer, Rex Hostetler, E. L. Loader, Jeannie Michel, Sally O’Donnell, John Ourant, Rod Rafael, Ronald Shell, Clark Smith, Robert Stephenson, II, Dayne Thomas, Ryan Wallick, Michael Welsh Copyright ©2015 by AAA East Central. Publication of an advertisement in the AAA Motorist does not constitute an endorsement of the product or service by the AAA Motorist or by AAA East Central, except in the case of products and services which are being offered by AAA East Central.

AAA urges caregivers to “look before you lock”

By Richard Hamilton Chairman, AAA East Central izzling summer temperatures mean things can heat up quickly, especially for children, seniors and pets left inside closed vehicles. Heatstroke or hyperthermia can occur when the outside temperature is as low as 57 degrees! According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), heatstroke is the leading cause of noncrash vehicle fatalities for children 14 and under. Statistics compiled by San Jose State University found that an average of 37 children perish from being left in a hot vehicle every year. Some were left behind or forgotten by an adult. Others gained access to an unlocked car and could not get out. Temperatures inside a parked vehicle can reach dangerous levels within minutes. Sunshine streaming through car windows makes your car work like an oven. According to a study sponsored by General Motors, it takes just 10 minutes for the temperature inside a vehicle to warm up by 19 degrees. In 30 minutes it can rise as much as 34 degrees. Heat rapidly overwhelms the body’s ability to regulate temperature. Children under four are especially vulnerable because their bodies do not have the same internal temperature control as an adult’s, and warm three times to five times faster. Heatstroke occurs when the body core temperature reaches 104 degrees

Richard Hamilton F, and a body core temperature of 107 degrees F is almost always fatal. Warning signs include red, hot, and moist or dry skin, no sweating, a strong rapid pulse, or a slow weak pulse, nausea, confusion or acting strangely. If a child exhibits any of these symptoms after being in a hot vehicle, NHTSA recommends cooling the child rapidly and calling 911. Dogs are more susceptible to heatstroke than people because unlike humans, they mostly lack the ability to sweat. They cool their bodies by panting, and dogs with short muzzles are at greater risk because of their narrow, short airways. Don’t leave an animal in a parked vehicle in warm weather, no matter how briefly, and

make sure your pet has access to shade and water when you travel. Attempts to add an element of safety by “cracking” the windows — enough to let in air but keep others out — have been shown to be ineffective at keeping car interiors at an acceptable temperature. Make a habit of looking inside your vehicle — front and back — before locking the door and walking away. Unlocked cars pose serious risks to children who may be naturally curious. Once they crawl in, they often lack the developmental capability to find their way out. If a child is missing, check the car first, including the trunk. Always make sure you test the temperature of the car seat surface and safety belt buckles before restraining your children to prevent burns. Teach children not to play around parked cars and consider blocking the sun with shades for the windshield and rear window. Never leave a child or a pet unattended in a vehicle — even if the windows are partially open or the engine is running and the air conditioning is on. If you see a child left alone in a hot vehicle call 911 immediately, or the local emergency number. Parents and caregivers may want to keep a stuffed animal in a car seat when it’s unoccupied. Move it to the front seat after securing your child in the restraint as a visual reminder. Make “look before you lock” your mantra whenever you get out of the car.

membersonly Penske Truck Rental goes platinum for AAA members Now a Platinum AAA Discounts & Rewards partner

ew jobs, new relationships, going off to college — these are just some of the reasons people have for moving. Millions of Americans move every year and most are pleasantly surprised at how much they can save by moving themselves. As the summer moving season gets into high gear, AAA is pleased to announce that Penske Truck Rental is now a platinum-level AAA Discounts & Rewards Partner. “We have a longstanding relationship with the Penske organization as a discount moving partner for our members,” notes Jim Lehman, president, AAA East Central. “We know our members value Penske’s commitment to customer service and to operating a fleet of high-quality rental trucks to meet their moving needs.” Whether they are moving across town or across the country, AAA members enjoy savings of up to 20 percent when reserving a Penske truck online at www.PenskeTruckRental.com and up to 12 percent when buying mov-

ing boxes and supplies online from Penske. Plus, Penske is the only national truck rental company that offers free unlimited miles on oneway rentals anywhere in the United States. “AAA has been a significant and valued partner with us for the last 16 years,” said Don Mikes, senior vice president of Truck Rental at Penske. “We’re pleased to continue and expand our relationship with them.” For most moves, a moving truck is a must. With one of the newest moving truck rental fleets, Penske Truck Rental provides do-it-yourself movers with clean, well-maintained and reliable rental trucks as well as moving equipment, packing supplies and accessories to keep consumers and businesses moving forward. Penske recommends reserving your truck at least two weeks in advance of moving day. Use their patented Truck Wizard to calculate what size truck is best for you.

Pack in increments. Start early to avoid the stress of last-minute rushing. It’s OK to leave a box open in case you need something you’ve packed inside it; it’s much easier to tape a box shut on moving day than it is to pack at the last moment. As you load the truck, try to keep boxes from each room grouped together. Load the heaviest items onto the truck first to create a sturdy base, then start stacking on top. Be extra careful driving your moving truck, especially after it’s loaded, and use caution when cornering. In the unlikely event of a breakdown, one call to the Penske 24/7 Roadside Assistance team is all you need. Finally, create a travel bag for moving day and keep important paperwork, credit cards, identification, a change of clothes, beverages and snacks close at hand. Do-it-yourself movers can pick up a free moving guide at any Penske Truck Rental location, or find more moving tips at www.PenskeTruckRental.com.

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What you should know before you go on vacation Get your insurance ducks in a row before you leave

icture this: You just got off the plane, and you’re waiting at the rental car counter for the clerk to pull up your reservation. You’re daydreaming about driving along the beach, when the clerk interrupts your reverie. “Would you like to purchase our optional insurance coverage?” he asks. It’s just one of several insurancerelated scenarios you might encounter this summer. As you plan for your vacation, you also need to think about your insurance, to make sure you’re properly covered should something unexpected happen. Here are some common seasonal situations where it helps to have some insurance know-how.

Renting a car Typically, if you have a full-coverage auto policy, it will apply, subject to deductibles, to rental cars in the United States. However, before you leave home, review your policy and declarations pages so you’re aware of what insurance protection you have. That way, you’ll know what you might need when you get to the rental counter. The most common optional insurance coverage by rental car companies is Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This CDW covers the cost to repair the rental vehicle if it is stolen, vandalized or if you return it damaged. The waiver may also cover loss-of-use fees that a rental agency might charge while a car is being repaired. Again, if your

SEASONAL SITUATIONS — Planning a summer vacation also means thinking about your insurance.

Are you going to share the driving? Check to see if your auto policy covers a permissive user–someone else that you allow to drive the car. If it does, then your auto coverage remains in effect no matter who’s driving. However, if you’ve specifically excluded someone from your policy (for example, a person who has his or her own policy or a child who’s away at college), your loss wouldn’t be covered if that person was driving and became involved in an accident. Crossing the border? Many U.S. insurance policies are valid in Canada. In Mexico, however, U.S. policies are often invalid. If you’re involved in an accident anywhere in Mexico, your insurance company might not be able to help you. You can buy Mexico auto insurance for your trip from any of the brokers along the border or at selected AAA branch offices in border communities.

FOR MORE INFORMATION auto policy is a full-coverage policy, you would be covered for these losses subject to the limits of your deductible. Optional insurance coverage offered by rental car companies can be very expensive and can vary depending on where you’re renting a car. Make sure you read the contract or talk to the rental agent if you have questions about what that optional auto policy

covers before you go. Another possible source of coverage is your credit card. Check with your credit card company to see if it covers any deductibles in the event of a loss with a rental car that is charged on the card.

Going on a road trip Before you hit the road, make sure your insurance is up-to-date and consider these questions:

Trust AAA to steer you right on all your current and future Auto, Home and Life insurance needs. Combining your coverage with one insurance company could make a significant difference in your premium. Call 866.802.8210, or visit AAA.com/insurance for more information or to schedule a comprehensive Insurance review.

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Take the high road with AAA travel planning tools Advanced TripTiks — The definitive choice for your next driving vacation ®

ummer vacation season is in full swing, and millions of travelers are getting ready to explore national parks, beach destinations and America’s great cities. While some just like to point the car and drive, most travelers prefer to plan ahead to avoid potential pitfalls on the road. There are plenty of options for online maps and directions, and for decades the AAA TripTik® has long been the go-to resource for motorists. That’s why we are excited to announce an enhanced version of these routings, now called AAA TripTik® Travel Planners. New technology uses real-time mapping to provide more accurate directions and road conditions, while still including information on points of interest and AAA services along your route. With the summer road-trip season upon us, now’s a perfect time to give it a try. AAA TripTik® Travel Planners are available to members free at local Auto Club branches. Or create your own routing at AAA.com, and with the free AAA Mobile app for iPhone or Android systems. For many travelers, 24/7 access from your personal computer or mobile device offers the best of both worlds — the flexibility you need, coupled with AAA’s expertise, all on demand and at

AT HOME ON THE ROAD — Now you can share AAA TripTik® Travel Planners with the AAA Mobile app for on-the-go use. your fingertips. Locate road trip necessities like restaurants, rest areas and service plazas, or use the integrated Drive Trips and Travel Guide content to find must-see and must-do recommendations from AAA travel editors. And every AAA Approved establishment offers the assurance of acceptable cleanliness, comfort and hospitality.

TripTik® Travel Planners let you customize your routing, then save, print or share it with the AAA Mobile app for on-the-go use, Available for iPhone, iPad and Android smartphones, the Android version has just been updated to provide new TripTik® Travel Planner capabilities previously available only for the desktop and iOS versions. These

include streamlined access to saved trips and points of interest, AAA Drive Trips and AAA Travel Guides. AAA Mobile also features full-color maps with turn-by-turn narrative directions, plots routes to user-selected addresses and provides voice guidance to your next maneuver. And when you get diverted from your original route, simply shake your mobile device and TripTik® Mobile redraws the route from your current location. Use it to find member discounts, or the most up-todate fuel price information. It’s hightech for the highway, and with detour and construction information updated in real time In the event something does go wrong with your vehicle AAA members can request roadside assistance without even placing a call. The app uses the phone’s GPS technology to transmit the user’s location and details about the vehicle breakdown directly to AAA Roadside Assistance. Members can download the AAA Mobile app at AAA.com/mobile. FOR MORE INFORMATION

Visit AAA.com to take advantage of all of AAA’s travel planning tools including TourBooks and TourGuides, online TripTiks, driving directions, AAA DriveTrips, maps, and mobile and GPS solutions.

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AAA.com/hotels — lowest online rates 72% of the time

Travelers who visit AAA.com to book a hotel room are more likely to find a better rate there than on other leading websites, according to a 2014 survey. A direct comparison of hotel rates offered on competing sites showed that AAA.com offered the lowest rate available 72 percent of the time. “This research reconfirms what we have known all along — that AAA consistently offers the best A direct comparison of hotel rates rate and value to offered on competing web sites travelers,” said in September 2014 showed that Jim Lehman, AAA.com offered the lowest rate President of available 72 percent of the time. AAA East The study measured AAA.com Central. against Expedia, Orbitz and AARP. “While no Ten cities and ten AAA lodging company can partner properties within each city were chosen to measure. The study claim to offer the looked at 2-night weekend (Friday/ best rate all the Saturday) stays and showed that time, the most AAA.com had the lowest price salient finding is (equal to or better than) 72 percent that AAA is the of the time. absolute lowest rate winner among the web sites included in the study.” The independent survey of lodging rates compared rates available on AAA.com to Expedia, Orbitz and AARP. The study chose 10 cities and 10 AAA lodging partner properties within each city. It looked at 2-night weekend (Friday/Saturday) stays and showed that AAA.com had the lowest price (equal to or better than) 72 percent of the time. Members who book through AAA.com automatically receive the best rates at Best Western; Choice Hotels, including Comfort Inn and Quality; Days Inn; the Hilton family of brands, including Hampton

Inns; Hyatt Hotels; La Quinta Inns and La Quinta Inn & Suites; and the Marriott family of brands, including Renaissance Hotels, Courtyard and Starwood. “Today’s challenging economy places a tremendous strain on many Americans’ travel budgets,” said Lehman. “AAA.com is responding with access to the some of the best online hotel rates available.” In addition to the member discounts, the AAA rate requires no pre-payment, is eligible for loyalty program points accrual and is backed by AAA’s Assured Stay® satisfaction guarantee with participating hotel chains. AAA travel agents recommend making advance reservations for any hotel stay to ensure the best availability of rooms. Online users can read descriptions of lodgings and their amenities in the online TourBook,® access Diamond Ratings and see photos of a hotel prior to making reservations. The TourBooks are interactive with AAA’s online mapping products like Internet TripTik® and AAAmaps.com, allowing you to select a hotel based on its proximity to attractions, addresses, events or other venues. Create an electronic routing with door-to-door driving directions, mark your choices right on your map and book your hotel stays directly from the site.

AAA.com/Hertz — the site for member savings and benefits on rental cars

AAA’s partnership with Hertz gives AAA members great pricing, incomparable savings and member-only benefits. Consider these valuable enhancements: Discounts up to 20% on daily, weekend, weekly and monthly rentals. FREE Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® membership and a FREE rental day. FREE use of a child, infant or booster seat (savings: $11.99/day). Reduced fee on Hertz NeverLost® GPS rental. Additional qualified AAA drivers are FREE (savings: $13/day). Free unlimited mileage on most rentals. Sign up online and enjoy the benefits of Hertz Gold Service for free. Skip the counter and get on the road! • There’s no stopping at the counter at more than 40 of the world’s busiest airports. • At 1,000+ locations worldwide, show your driver’s license, pick up your keys and go! • Choose a car you like better on the spot with Hertz Gold Choice.® • Enjoy expedited drop-off with eReturn. • Receive notification of exact car location through Mobile Gold Alerts. • Receive vehicle updates or select an upgrade on your phone with Mobile Gold Alerts. • Earn free rentals with points that don’t expire.

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German Christmas Markets Experience Old World holiday-season traditions! Germany’s many unique Christmas markets and fairs, a tradition begun in the Late Middle Ages, are popular because of their enchanting festive atmosphere. Aromas of roasting chestnuts, savory sausages and freshly baked goods fill the air. Festively decorated, boutique-lined streets and stall-lined town centers brim with locally hand-made, highquality crafts, toys, wood carvings and delicate ornaments. Enjoy this escorted tour’s convenience and efficiency by spending 4 nights in Nuremberg and 3 in Munich. You’ll comfortably “settle in,” taking short rides each day to the markets and landmarks surrounding the 2 base cities; forget about packing and unpacking each day! Start in Nuremberg, with a tour featuring views of the imperial castle (Kaiserburg) and the site of the Nuremberg Rallies. Then visit your very first Christkindlmarkt.

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New Mexico: A Guide for the Eyes explores the region’s notable features. Vivid photography and informative text provide insight into architecture, design, flora, fauna, food, crafts, folklore, landscape and other facets of identity and style. 1 book per room (double occupancy). New booking with deposit July 1-31, 2015.

Thrill to the sight of hundreds of colorful hot-air balloons rising above the dramatic landscape around Albuquerque NM at the International Balloon Fiesta!® Explore the Land of Enchantment’s largest city, then enjoy a 3-night stay in charming Santa Fe. Visit historic Chimayo village. Enjoy artsy Taos and the impressive Rio Grande Gorge. Take a fun salsa-making class. Ride Sandia Peak’s Aerial Tramway. Explore Rte 66, Old Town Albuquerque, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Acoma Pueblo. Don’t miss the Balloon Fiesta’s evening “Glowdeo” — a spectacular display of hot-air balloons illuminated from within — with fireworks afterward!

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AAA Member Rate: $3,265

Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip flights (Cleveland-Albuquerque), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, sightseeing admissions, taxes/gratuities for included features, baggage handling (1 bag per person) and 11 meals. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details. Visit AAA.com/travel for itinerary details.

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One and a re-created state dinner. Drive the Pacific Coast Highway through exclusive Malibu to Santa Monica. Attend a New Year’s Eve party in Long Beach on the Queen Mary; dine, dance and bid farewell to 2015 in grand style. Day 4 is in Pasadena, at your reserved seat for the Tournament of Roses Parade! Then visit Universal Studios CityWalk before heading to San Diego. Explore San Diego on Day 5; see Cabrillo Monument atop Pt Loma, with sea, harbor and skyline views. Drive through Mission Bay to Old Town (CA’s birthplace) and La Jolla, a chic beachside hideaway. See Balboa Park, the country’s oldest city park and one of it largest. Tour the worldfamous San Diego Zoo on a doubledecker bus. On Day 6, visit the USS Midway Museum, the longestserving aircraft carrier of the 20th century. Travel to a winery for a private tour & tasting, followed by a sunset dinner cruise on San Diego Bay.

Start in Los Angeles, seeing its historic Farmers Market, the Disney Concert Hall, the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels and LA Live. Stop at Olvera Street, the original heart of the Mexican community. Get acquainted with your fellow travelers at a welcome dinner at LA Prime on the 35th floor of your downtown hotel. Day 2 features glitzy Rodeo Drive and star-studded Hollywood. See celebrity signatures at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre and the medallions of Hollywood Boulevard’s Walk of Fame. At Hollywood & Highland shopping/entertainment complex, enjoy views of the iconic Hollywood sign from the upper level. See celebrity homes in Bel Air and Beverly Hills. At Warner Brothers, get a behind-the-scenes look at making films and TV shows; be alert for star sightings! Return to your hotel with time to explore LA on your own. On Day 3, at the Reagan Presidential Library, see an Oval Office replica, Air Force

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Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes flights (Cleveland-Frankfurt, Munich-Cleveland), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, motorcoach transportation, accommodations, 13 meals, luggage handling (1 bag/person), taxes/gratuities for included features and services of a AAA Tour Manager in Germany (if minimum-participation goal is met). Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details.

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Over the next few days, set out from Nuremberg to the historic and charming Bavarian towns (and their Christmas markets, of course!) of Rothenburg ob der Tauber (with its well-preserved medieval center), Bamberg (its Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage site), Bayreuth (best known for its association with composer Richard Wagner, who lived here for a time) and Regensburg (also a UNESCO World Heritage site). Journey to Munich, Bavaria’s capital; enjoy a sightseeing tour, a Christmas market and dinner at Ratskellar Restaurant. An excursion to Neuschwanstein, the palace upon which Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle is modeled, is a memorable experience. Continue on to Kempten (Germany’s oldest town) and Augsburg (a university town) to explore their holiday markets. Return to Munich for a brewery tour/tasting and a farewell dinner at the famous Hofbräuhaus.

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AAA Member Rate: $2,619

Avoid potential airport hassles: Motorcoach to & from your cruise! Park for free, then relax on AAA’s convenient “Cruise Express” motorcoach right to your ship!

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Feb 5-13 • from $1,705 Port Canaveral FL • Nassau, Bahamas • Cococay, Bahamas Plus 3 relaxing days at sea AAA MEMBER RATE is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip motorcoach transportation, 1-night pre-cruise hotel accommodations, cruise accommodations/entertainment, most onboard meals and $25 shipboard credit per stateroom; taxes, fees and port expenses of $365.70 per person are also included. Ship’s registry: Bahamas. Visit AAA.com/motorcruise for itinerary details & Cleveland area pick-up points.

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Before-discount rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip flights (Cleveland-Johannesburg), in-Africa flights, roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, sightseeing per itinerary, accommodations, in-Africa guide, 28 meals and taxes & government fees. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details. Visit AAA.com/GoAfrica for itinerary and important pre-travel information.

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GENERAL TRAVEL DISCLAIMER: AAA Travel Agency makes every effort to provide accurate, up-to-date prices as of press time and cannot assume responsibility for typographic errors. Rates/offers are per person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to availability and airline/operator changes. International rates/offers are subject to currency fluctuations and additional tax & security charges. Rates that include airfare include all taxes, government fees and surcharges. Additional restrictions may apply. Rates/offers are available at all AAA East Central travel agency locations. For tour details, contact AAA or visit AAA.com/travel. FEATURED VACATIONS are specially priced, unique departures; therefore, tour operators, cruise lines and other travel providers often exclude them from additional discounts or specials they offer. FEATURED VACATIONS include services provided by third-party tour destination service companies; see your AAA Travel Agent for details. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for more details or visit the air carrier’s website for baggage allowance and fee information.

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shows (Johnny Mathis, Texas Tenors, SIX, Million Dollar Quartet, Dublin’s Irish Tenors & Celtic Ladies). Includes performance tickets, College of the Ozarks, Fantastic Caverns, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 9 meals and more.

Bring a camera to capture the most memorable sights of our nation’s capital. A full-day tour with an experienced guide features some of DC’s most interesting and historical attractions. Includes guided sightseeing (full day in DC, half-day in Arlington VA), Illuminated Monuments tour, Flight 93 National Memorial (Shanksville PA), 5 meals & more.

OGLEBAY FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Sept 10-13 •

AAA Member Rate: $599

MUSIC & RAILROADS OF WV Sept 18-20 •

AAA Member Rate: $569

Travel on the Cheat Mountain Salamander and the Cass Scenic Railroad through WV’s mountains. Visit the National Radio Astronomy Observatory and one of the world’s largest telescopes. Enjoy shows at American Mountain Theater and Gandy Dancer Dinner Theatre. Includes train rides, observatory, shows, Blackwater Falls, entertainment, 5 meals and more.

Nov 22-23 •

AAA Member Rate: $339

Enjoy over 1 million holiday lights at Oglebay Resort in Wheeling WV! Includes Wilson Lodge premium accommodations, lights display tour, Winter Fantasy, animated Holiday Light & Sound Extravaganza, Mansion Museum, Carriage House of Glass, Garden Center & Greenhouse, behind-the-scenes tour, Old Main Street Museum, holiday entertainment, 3 meals and more.

FRANKENMUTH CHRISTMAS Dec 5-6 •

AAA Member Rate: $299

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Visit Bronner’s, the world’s largest Christmas store, and see the Silent Night Chapel in Bavarian-themed Frankenmuth MI. Includes accommodations at Bavarian Inn Lodge, city tour, Bronner’s, 2 meals (including dinner at the Bavarian Inn) and more.

Explore the beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, see the second largest waterfall east of the Mississippi and visit an island where time stands still. Includes ferry to Mackinac Island, carriage tour, Tahquamenon Falls, Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum, Soo Locks cruise, Soaring Eagle Casino, Frankenmuth, 7 meals (including lunch at the famous Grand Hotel) and much more.

CHRISTMAS IN LANCASTER PA

Sept 21-25 •

AAA Member Rate: $879

LETCHWORTH WEEKEND Oct 17-18 •

AAA Member Rate: $369

Join us for the perfect autumn weekend getaway to western New York. Visit Letchworth State Park, also known as the “Grand Canyon of the East.” Here, the Genesee River roars over 3 major waterfalls, one of which is more than 107 feet high. The cliffs, created by the river’s path over thousands of years, approach 600 feet. Includes Letchworth Park tour, Abbey of the Genesee, New Deal Art Gallery, Made in America store, 4 meals and more.

GOLDEN ISLES, GOLDEN SMILES Oct 25-30 •

AAA Member Rate: $1,189

Nestled on the Georgia coast, between Savannah and Jacksonville, lie the barrier islands whose astonishing beauty, mild weather and natural radiance inspired the area’s name — the Golden Isles. Visit 2 of those islands, along with the beautiful and historic towns of St Augustine and Savannah. Includes Jekyll Island Historic District tram tour, Faith Chapel, Georgia Sea Turtle Center, Lady Jane shrimp boat excursion, St Simon’s Island, St Augustine Historic District tram tour, Savannah trolley tour, 9 meals (including Paula Deen’s Lady & Sons) and more.

HOLIDAYS IN BRANSON MO Nov 11-16 •

AAA Member Rate: $1,179

Enjoy the “Live Music Show Capital of the World” as it puts on its holiday best at 5 included

Dec 11-13 •

AAA Member Rate: $479

Christmas is a magical time in PA’s Dutch Country. The Sight & Sound Theatre presents its annual Christmas show “Miracle of Christmas”; follow the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem and witness Jesus’ birth. We’ll also attend American Music Theatre’s critically acclaimed show “Deck the Halls,” a holiday tradition and renowned as Lancaster’s most beloved holiday show. Includes “2 holiday shows, National Christmas Center, Kitchen Kettle Village, 4 meals and more.

1-DAY FUN-DAY TOURS MADE IN AMERICA & FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT: Elma NY July 25 • Wright’s Graycliff Estate. Made in America store. Vidler’s 5 & 10.

AAA Member Rate: $105

TARA & PREMIUM OUTLETS: Clark & Grove City PA Aug 1 • Lunch & tour of Tara–A Country Inn. Daffin’s Candies. Premium Outlets.

AAA Member Rate: $79

PUT-IN-BAY DAY AWAY: South Bass Island OH Aug 14 • AAA Member Rate: $109 Ferry. Tram tour. Antique-car museum. Lake Erie Islands Historical Museum. 3 “THREE RIVERS” CRUISES: Pittsburgh PA Dates below • AAA Member Rate: $99 each date Aug 21 — Luncheon cruise featuring a Patsy Cline Tribute. 3 hours at Rivers Casino. Aug 28 — Luncheon cruise featuring a “Roaring Riverboat Revue.” 3 hours at Rivers Casino. Sept 18 — Luncheon cruise featuring a Neil Diamond Tribute. 3 hours at Rivers Casino. COVERED BRIDGES: Madison OH Sept 19 • AAA Member Rate: $80 Guided tour of bridges. Grand Rivers Cellars Winery. Robinson’s Apple Barn. OHIO AMISH: Holmes County OH Oct 3 • AAA Member Rate: $85 Buggy ride. Schrock’s Amish Farm. Amish flea market. Der Dutchman Restaurant. WE LOVE LUCY!: Jamestown NY Oct 24 • AAA Member Rate: $99 Lucy/Desi Museum. Desilu Playhouse. Lucy’s final resting place. Candy shop. More.

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Be a snowbird & escape winter for 28 nights: Rent a furnished Florida “nest” for your family and / or your friends!

Just because you don’t own a home in Florida is no reason you can’t be a “snowbird” and live the leisurely (and warm!) life-style of the Sunshine State for 28 nights (Saturdayto-Saturday weeks) in 2016. AAA Travel has just what you need: 4-week Saturday-to-Saturday rentals of a roomy furnished vacation home in peaceful Port Charlotte! On the southwest Gulf Coast just 100 miles south of Tampa and 65 miles north of Naples, Port Charlotte is a premier ecotourism destination that’s off the beaten path and free of crowds, yet offers sailing, boating, fishing, birding, shopping, dining, arts & more. One of Sail magazine’s 10 Greatest Places to Sail, the Charlotte Harbor area offers nature adventures like canoeing/kayaking on 53 trails, exploring 5 national wild-life refuges and discovering prime birding opportunities. There are more than 70 parks & preserves, 16 golf courses and numerous sporting events and recreational facilities. Cultural pursuits include visual arts, theater, dance and music (Port Charlotte is home to the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra). No wonder Money magazine called it Best Place to Retire. Choose from a selection of attractively landscaped homes, and use yours as a base from which to explore the local area’s uncrowded beaches and/or the many attractions within comfortable driving distance. Or just settle in, take advantage of the screened-in swimming pool and laugh at winter back home! Get away from it all...or invite family and/or friends to share some Florida fun with you. These 3-bedroom/2-bathroom (some with 2.5) homes can comfortably sleep 6 (bedding/ linens provided). They feature fully equipped kitchens (dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator/freezer, microwave) and dining areas for everyone to gather in...screened-in heated pools for swimming, lounging and loafing! Living rooms feature entertainment centers (with cable). Optional weekly cleaning/linen service is available for an additional fee. Imagine not having to shovel snow this winter...and watching the sun set over the Gulf of Mexico instead. Forget about bundling up just to go to the corner store...and ATURE slipping into a soothing pool after dining on your patio instead. With AAA’s CA O help, you can look forward to winter this year; contact a AAA travel agent now! TI

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175 Rosemary St .............1/2–1/30: $3,925 • 1/30–2/27: $5,269 • 2/27–3/26: $5,405 17499 Poston Ave ..............................................1/2–1/30: $4,275 • 1/30–2/27: $5,719 18017 Brazil Ave ................................................................................... 1/2–1/30: $3,895 18106 Lake Worth Blvd ....................................................................... 1/16–2/13: $4,959 18239 Temple Ave ............................................1/30–2/27: $5,269 • 2/27–3/26: $5,405 18279 Caddy Ave .............................................1/30–2/27: $5,719 • 2/27–3/26: $5,785

• 3/26–4/23: $4,409 • 2/27–3/26: $5,785 • 1/30–2/27: $5,055 • 2/13–3/26: $8,435 • 3/26–4/23: $4,409 • 3/26–4/23: $4,825

Rates vary by home selected, are subject to availability at time of booking and include accommodations, taxes & fees and pool heating fee. Visit AAA.com/HomeRentals.

Bucket-list “iCruise” — inviting itinerary, incredible incentive

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The “i”s have it on a truly out-of-the-ordinary luxury cruise sailing to Ireland and Iceland. AAA Travel and Celebrity Cruises invite you to experience 2 fascinating islands rarely paired together on a single cruise. To enhance your experience, we’re offering a FREE iPad mini (at right) with each double-occupancy balcony stateroom booking made with a nonrefundable deposit between July 1 and July 22! Sail roundtrip from Southampton to St Peter Port (UK); Cork (Ireland); Akureyri, Isafjordur & Reykjavik (Iceland); and Belfast (UK), with 4 relaxing days at sea to enjoy the many pleasures of your ship. Celebrity Eclipse sets new standards for modern luxury vacations. Renowned for contemporary décor and an extraordinary choice of dining options, Eclipse also offers a wide selection of bars and lounges to suit every mood; almost endless entertaintment, from impressive theater shows to the peace & quiet of the library; and a variety of activities to keep mind, body and soul in tune. Visit AAA.com/iCruise for complete itinerary details and more information.

• 1 stateroom delivery of chocolate-covered strawberries • $75 per stateroom shipboard credit

Rate is per person (balcony stateroom, double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes onboard accommodations and most onboard meals & entertainment and government taxes & port charges. Passport required. Nonrefundable deposit required for iPad mini. Ship’s registry: Bahamas. Ask about available add-on airfare. Ask about pre- or post-cruise extensions.

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16GB, Wi-Fi model • $249 retail value 7.87" high x 5.3" wide x 0.28" deep 7.9-inch display: Web pages, photos and videos look sharp on the brilliant display with 1024x768 resolution. A5 chip: Powerful processing and fast graphics make everything quick, from launching apps to browsing the web. Powerefficient design for up to 10 hours of battery life. iSight and FaceTime HD cameras: Shoot photos and 1080p HD video with the iSight camera. Or make video calls with the FaceTime HD camera. Apps included: Comes with apps for sending email, browsing the web and making video calls. Also includes apps that let you do amazing things with photos, movies, music, documents, presentations and spreadsheets. 500,000+ apps on the App Store: The App Store has apps designed specifically for iPad (not just scaled-up phone apps),utilizing iPad technologies like the gyroscope, accelerometer and every pixel in the Retina display.

1 per balcony stateroom, double occupancy. New bookings with nonrefundable deposit July 1-21, 2015.

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$50.00 Discount & a FREE Hawaii Guidebook Per room, double occupancy. Redeem coupon with new booking & deposit July 1-31, 2015. 2015 departures of 7+ nights. Not combinable with other offers. Other restrictions may apply. Coupon has no cash value.

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$50.00 Discount & a FREE Caribbean Guidebook Per room, double occupancy. Redeem coupon with new booking & deposit July 1-31, 2015. 2015 departures of 7+ nights. Not combinable with other offers. Other restrictions may apply. Coupon has no cash value.

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$50.00 Discount & a FREE Mexico Guidebook Per room, double occupancy. Redeem coupon with new booking & deposit July 1-31, 2015. 2015 departures of 7+ nights. Not combinable with other offers. Other restrictions may apply. Coupon has no cash value.

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CARS $25.00 Gas Card Gas card with prepaid car rental made July 1-31, 2015. Must be booked through AAA. 2015 rental periods of 7+ days only. Gas card provided after payment; receipt & coupon required. Not combinable with other offers. Other restrictions may apply. Coupon has no cash value.

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Per room, double occupancy. Redeem coupon with new booking & full payment July 1-31, 2015. Europe 2015 departures of 7+ nights. Not combinable with other offers. Other restrictions may apply. Gratuity value up to $160.00 per person. Coupon has no cash value.

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FREE Home-to-Airport Sedan Service Per room, double occupancy. Redeem coupon with new booking & deposit July 1-31, 2015. Europe 2015 departures of 7+ nights. Not combinable with other offers. Other restrictions may apply. Coupon has no cash value.

DISNEY CRUISES $25.00 $50.00 Disney Gift Card Shipboard Credit

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Dublin tour with a local guide Farmhouse tea & scones Sheepdog skills demonstration Horse-drawn “jaunting car” ride in Killarney Storytelling session in Newmarket-on-Fergus Walking tour of Trinity College Book of Kells Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens Open-top bus tour of Dublin Blarney Castle’s “Stone of Eloquence” Blarney Woolen Mills Dingle Brewing Company Walking tour of Galway King John’s Castle Cliffs of Moher

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Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes hotel accommodations, guided motorcoach sightseeing, entrance fees, 12 meals and in–country tour director. Visit AAA.com/GoIreland for complete itinerary and more information. Ask about available add-on airfare. Passport required. Escorted tour operated by CIE Tours International.

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AAA Member Rate: $2,595 INCLUDED SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Rome: Gain VIP fast-track entry to the Vatican museums and the Sistine Chapel with an art expert. Enjoy behind-the-scenes access to the Bramante Staircase. Venice: On the Venetian island of Giudecca, visit a traditional-arts center and witness the age-old skills of glassblowers, mask makers and gondola builders. Swiss Mountain: On a thrilling cable car ride, enjoy stunning mountain views followed by a delicious, warming mug of hot chocolate. Lucerne: You are offered a selection of restaurants on your Dine-Around evening.

$40.00 voucher per person toward optional tours Free prepaid gratuities $89 per person Before-discount rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes accommodations, motorcoach transportation, ATURE sightseeing/admissions, 13 meals, air & hotel taxes and services of in-Europe guides. Passport required. Ask about CA O TI available add-on airfare. VA

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Per room, double occupancy. New bookings paid in full July 1-31, 2015.

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Embark on a cross-continent European Grand Tour that begins amid the classic art and architecture of the Eternal City (Rome), traverses the bucolic Tuscan countryside to the bustling canals of Venice, threads through the postcard-perfect Italian Lake District into Switzerland’s astounding Alpine valleys and reveals the beauty of Burgundian vineyards before culminating in elegance and style in the fabled City of Light (Paris). All the way, your touring is enriched by expert guides and enhanced by signature experiences (see box below). Stay in centrally located luxury hotels, travel comfortably in deluxe motorcoaches with just 40 seats and more legroom than most other motorcoaches.

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ALLIANCE ........................ 330-821-2323 MENTOR .......................... 440-205-9090 ASHLAND ........................ 419-289-2222 NEW PHILADELPHIA......... 330-343-4481 AAA MEMBER RATES shown are per person, are subject to availability at time of booking and include roundtrip motorcoach transportation, ASHTABULA ..................... 440-998-1008 NILES .............................. 330-652-6466 accommodations (for multiday tours, based on double occupancy), sightseeing/admissions, taxes/gratuities for included features, CA O BOARDMAN ..................... 330-726-0622 NORWALK........................ 419-668-1622 E AAA.com/USA for complete itinerary ATURVisit TI baggage handling (for multiday tours), meals as indicated and services of a AAA Tour Manager. ELYRIA ............................ 440-324-2090 RAVENNA ........................ 330-296-3406 details and pick-up points (Massillon, New Philadelphia, Alliance, Niles and/or Boardman, depending on tour). INDEPENDENCE ............... 216-606-6080 SOLON ............................ 440-248-1808 LYNDHURST ..................... 440-473-0747 STRONGSVILLE ................ 440-783-3396 Aug 17-19440-788-3103 • from $639 Nov 30 • $97 MASSILLON ..................... 330-833-1084 WESTLAKE ....................... ____________________________________________________________ C Enjoy a stay at Chautauqua Institute’s historic Athenaeum Hotel. An included pass lets you Inspired byA “Gone T I Owith the Wind,” the Tara mansion in Clark PA offers lasting impressions GENERAL TRAVEL DISCLAIMER: AAA Travel Agency makes every effort to provide accurate,NBC up-to-date pricesChief as of press time and cannot assume participate in activities on the grounds. Richard Engel, News Foreign Corresponof Southern hospitality. Experience the luxuries of days gone by in their holiday glory. Tour responsibility for typographic errors. Rates/offers are per person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise indicated, and are subject to availdent, among the speakers. always, the Chautauqua Symphony, the stately manor and have lunch before making a visit to Wendell August and Daffin’s ability and is airline/operator changes. InternationalAs rates/offers are subject to currency fluctuations and additionaloptional tax & securityeducational charges. Rates Look for the FEATURED VACATIONS logo toForge identify that include airfare all taxes, fees and surcharges. restrictions may apply. are available all AAAitEast classes and include all forms ofgovernment recreation make thisAdditional more than a tour; it’sRates/offers a vacation awayatfrom all, Candies and allowing enough time to do a little shopping. 1 meal. Central travel agency locations. For tour details, contact AAA or visit AAA.com/travel. FEATURED VACATIONS are specially priced, unique departures; out-of-the-ordinary offerings... and be sure to visit to picktourand choose do on your own 6 meals. therefore, operators, cruise what lines andyou otherlike travelto providers often exclude themtime. from additional discounts or specials they offer. FEATURED VACATIONS include services provided by third-party tour destination service companies; see your AAA Travel Agent for details. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for more details or visit the air carrier’s website for baggage allowance and fee information.

Mackinac: Shipwrecks & Shorelines

Sept 1-4 • from $649

Enjoy a quiet retreat on Mackinac Island. Visit Thunder Bay Marine Sanctuary. View shipwrecks near Bay City. Roam the island’s streets by carriage or foot. Take a sunset walk on the boardwalk. Shop and explore to your heart’s delight. The island brims with small-town charm and more to do than you ever thought possible. 6 meals.

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Castle Noel Dec 8 • $97 AAA.com/FeaturedVacations to see the latest offerings.

Castle Noel has been featured on Fox 8’s morning show “Kickin’ It with Kenny Krumpton.” Take a private nostalgic tour of Hollywood movie sets, trains and memorabilia, as well as windows from Saks, Bloomingdale’s and Lord & Taylor. Enjoy lunch at historic Main Street Café and time to shop in the village square. 1 meal.

Country Christmas

Dec 12-16 • from $1,099

Cinda Boomershine of TBS’ Movie & a Makeover combines modern prints with casual chic functionality. Products are US-made from poly/nylon fabrics and are durable, water-resistant and machine washable. Get a jump on holiday shopping! Includes a few surprises. 3 meals.

LOUISVILLE KY: Pam Tillis Christmas Dinner Show, KaLightoscope, Frazier Museum, Lights Under Louisville, Derby Dinner Playhouse. NASHVILLE TN: Christmas Dinner Show, Broadway at the Opry (“Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas”), Treasures for the Holidays, ICE!, Delta River Flatboat, Gen Jackson showboat luncheon cruise, Opry at the Ryman. 6 meals.

NY Shop & Show Holiday

Daytona 500

Nov 12-15 • from $997

Enjoy 3 nights in the Big Apple! Package includes your choice: Rockettes Christmas Spectacular or a ticket to a Broadway favorite. Your AAA Tour Manager will help you navigate the city streets and provide all of the tools needed for time on your own at FAO Schwartz, American Girls, St Patrick’s, the 911 Memorial Gardens and otehrs. Experience an innovative motorcoach tour that incorporates entertainment along with the lights and sights of Manhattan. 3 meals.

Feb 18-22 • from $1,379

The first NASCAR event of the season! The 2016 event is in the newly renovated and totally revamped Daytona 500 facility that America has grown to love. Your seats, for 2 days, are in the front stretch with great views of the entire track. Also visit the NASCAR Museum, go Over the Wall at Charlotte Motor Speedway, visit Hendrick Racing, stick your toes in the ocean, enjoy the FanZone at Daytona and enjoy free time to do as you please. Limited space! 5 meals.

PLAYHOUSE SQUARE THEATER SERIES

Each package includes roundtrip motorcoach transportation, a pre-show meal, show ticket, services of a AAA Tour Manager and taxes/gratuities. Book an individual performance and pay in full at time of reservation ...OR... select 3 performances (or more) and deposit $25 per person per booking. This reserves your place on the tour, but your final payment will not be due for each of those performances until 45 days prior to departure; this allows you to guarantee your place without having to pay in full immediately. Substitutions permitted after first notifying AAA of a name change. Packages are nonrefundable 45 days prior to departure. $25 penalty for processing any cancellation by passenger.

Cinderella This Tony® Award–winning Broadway musical from the creators of The Sound of Music is delighting audiences with its contemporary take on a classic tale. This lush production features an incredible orchestra, jaw-dropping transformations and all the moments you love — the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball and more — plus surprising new twists! With songs like “In My Own Little Corner,” the jaunty and exciting “Impossible,” the gorgeous love ballad “Ten Minutes Ago” and the hilarious “Stepsister's Lament,” Cinderella steps from the pages of make-believe to inspire more than visions of knights in shining armor. FROM $109.

JULY 29 (evening) • From Massillon & New Philadelphia

Comedy of Tenors One hotel suite, 4 tenors, 2 wives, 3 girlfriends and a soccer stadium filled with screaming fans. Prepare for an uproarious ride, full of mistaken identities, bedroom hijinks and madcap delight as this frenzy of a farce promises an evening of sheer joy. $124.

SEPT 8 (evening) • From Massillon & New Philadelphia SEPT 17 (matinee) • From Boardman & Niles

A Christmas Story Ralphie wants the ultimate for Christmas this year. A Red Rider BB gun with a compass in the stock. The stage adaptation of the much loved movie has come back to Cleveland. Much of the movie was filmed in Cleveland, and the details will come to life in our pre-theater experience with a member of the cast. If you love the Bumpas hounds, the F-R-A-G-E-E-L-A-Y leg lamp and the antics of Scwartz, Flick and the gang, you’ll love this production. $129.

DEC 10 (evening) • From Boardman & Niles DEC 16 (evening) • From Massillon & New Philadelphia

Little Shop of Horrors The low-budget film of the 1960s was the Broadway hit of the ’80s. And now it’s coming to Cleveland.

The music is catchy, the characters are uniquely hilarious and the plot is out of this world. Come watch Seymour and the giant Venus flytrap work their magic.You’ll be humming the tunes and laughing the whole way home. Our group is also scheduled to do a "meet & greet" in the lobby after each performance, if the actors' time allows. FROM $129.

JAN 19 (evening) • From Massillon & New Philadelphia JAN 21 (matinee) • From Boardman & Niles

Mamma Mia! This amazing feel-good production has enjoyed more than 6,000 performances on Broadway! Enjoy the music of ABBA and a love story that will win the hearts of everyone as Sophie tries to figure out who her father is before her wedding day. It’s fun. It’s fast. It’s full of renowned music as the characters’ lives intertwine and unravel all at the same time. FROM $109.

MARCH 10 (evening) • From Massillon & New Philadelphia MARCH 12 (matinee) • From Boardman & Niles

Matilda the Musical Matilda is still playing to standing-room-only crowds in Manhattan. It’s the story that has your fist pumping at the end and saying ”yes!” for the underdog. The stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s book casts the spotlight on a precocious 5-year-old who uses wit, wisdom and a vivid imagination to conquer all. Come see the fun that won 4 Tony Awards! FROM $124.

MAY 17 (evening) • From Massillon & New Philadelphia MAY 19 (matinee) • From Boardman & Niles

The Phantom of the Opera A theater favorite for 25 years returns! The love story, the music and beautiful scenery return with new special effects. Even if you’ve seen it before this timeless piece is one to be repeated. If you haven’t, now is the time. FROM $134.

JUNE 29 (evening) • From Massillon & New Philadelphia JUNE 30 (evening) • From Boardman & Niles

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Exploring the wonders of ancient Greece Royal Caribbean cruises the Greek Islands

reece conjures up images of ancient marble pillars, olive groves and a bleached white landscape glinting against a cerulean blue sea. It’s a place where the past and present engage in a passionate dialogue and an exuberant people ooze passion and joy. Experience these vivid landscapes and rich cultural history firsthand aboard Royal Caribbean’s Splendour of the Seas. The 2076 passenger ship departs from Venice on 7-night Greek Isles itineraries through November, with an array of cruise options and destinations. Sail through the Grand Canal in Venice, or stand in awe of Athens’ famed Acropolis. Retrace the route of Odysseus exploring multiple countries and cultures including Croatia and Turkey. Splendour of the Seas offers an array of impressive new features following a recent, multi-million dollar makeover. Comfortable balcony staterooms feature floor-to-ceiling and sliding glass doors that lead to a private verandah. Take in Broadway-style productions at the 42nd Street Theatre, or dine in style at the Chops Grille or Izumi for Asian cuisine. Aerialists glide through the five-story atrium and a stunning indoor/outdoor pool is housed under a retractable glass dome. With its marble palazzi, gilded mosaics and shimmering liquid

PEARL OF THE AEGEAN— Royal Caribbean sails into Santorini. streets, Venice is the Adriatic’s “Bride of the Sea.” Board a vaporetto for a ride through the canals to the Byzantine Basilica, the Doge’s Palace and St. Marks Square. Dolphins frolic in the wake as you steam in storied ports like Corfu, and Rhodes the largest of the Dodecanese islands. The island’s thickly-walled Old Town is Europe’s largest, active inhab-

ited medieval city. The postcard perfect island of Mykonos is filled with dazzling white houses set against a shimmering blue sea. Basket-laden donkeys make their way through a maze of ancient streets designed to frustrate marauding pirates. Santorini may be the quintessential Greek Isle. Home to black sand beaches

and beautiful blue-domed Orthodox churches, visitors can ride the donkeys up the 547 steps from the harbor to the picturesque town of Fira. Kusadasi, a popular resort town on the Turkish coast, is the gateway to the ancient ruins of Ephesus, once the largest city in the Roman Empire. An impressive patrimony of Roman ruins includes the Fountain of Trajan and the iconic Library of Celsus. The Temple of Artemis is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. A living museum on the southern tip of Croatia, Dubrovnik is a remarkably preserved thousand-year-old city. Old Town’s labyrinth of walls and fortresses has become familiar as the real life locale for King’s Landing in the HBO TV series Game of Thrones. Athens spreads out over an arid basin bounded by three hills. Known for its golden age monuments like the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the temple of Athena Nike, visitors can stroll up the pine-scented Hill of the Muses for a spectacular view of the Saronic Gulf, Athens’ gateway to the Aegean.

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Sunglasses are more than a fashion statement

roper eyewear can protect your eyes from damaging UV rays. When you head outdoors, don’t forget about the importance of protecting your eyes from the sun. Your eyes are in need of protection, and now everyone can enjoy the sun in style whether or not you wear glasses. Unfortunately, many people don’t recognize the harm the sun can have on vision. A survey by Transitions Optical, Inc., showed that only 9 percent of respondents knew that sun exposure can cause vision damage. But the effects are very apparent. Short-term exposure to the sun can burn the surface of the eye, just like a sunburn on the skin. Such burns can even come from reflections off snow or pavement. Over time, UV rays are known to contribute to cataracts, pterygium (an abnormal growth in the corner of the eye that can block vision), age-related macular degeneration and skin cancer around the eyelids. Proper sunglasses can help prevent these conditions. When looking for eye protection, make sure the lenses block 99 – 100 percent of UVA and UVB rays. Wraparound sunglass frames can offer further protection. You can also have a pair of sunglasses made with your prescription to keep you looking “cool” in the summer heat.

To add an Associate to your membership, or to buy a gift membership, visit your local AAA office or call us at 1-800-441-5008. Ask about a special offer for new Associate memberships!

Prescription lenses can be treated with a UV coating, and are also available in photochromic styles that darken when exposed to sunlight. When selecting sunglasses look for lenses that best suit your lifestyle: Green or gray lenses are best for bright sunlight. Brown or blue lenses improve contrast, making them a good choice for sports. Yellow lenses are ideal for early mornings because they make your surroundings appear brighter. A light brown lens is perfect for cloudy days when you still need protection from damaging UV rays. And anytime you’re dealing with glare, polarized lenses are the way to go. People become more sensitive to glare as they age because their eyes take longer to adjust to changing light levels. Polarized lenses work by filtering light waves and absorbing some of the reflected glare, while letting other light waves pass through the lenses. For an unbeatable savings on a selection of the latest eyewear fashion visit a participating LensCrafters location near you. Visit www.AAA.com/LensCrafters for offer details and to find participating location near you. Sources: United States Environmental Protection Agency and American Academy of Ophthalmology

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Great Italian Itineraries • Oct/Nov 2015 Reflections of Italy 10 days/14 meals from $2,699

Rome • Colosseum • Assisi • Perugia • Siena • Florence • Chianti Winery • Venice • Murano Island • Milan

Southern Italy & Sicily 12 days/17 meals from $2,599

Palermo • Monreale • Agrigento • Valley of the Temples • Catania • Mt Etna Volcano Giardini Naxos • Taormina • Matera • Alberobello • Sorrento • Amalfi Coast • Pompeii

Discover Tuscany 10 days/13 meals from $2,049

Rome • Assisi • St Francis Basilica • Montecatini Terme • Lucca • Gothic Line • San Gimignano • Winery Tour • Florence

Rome & the Amalfi Coast 10 days/13 meals from $2,649

Rome • Regional Wines with Dinner • Ravello • Villa Rufolo • Sorrento • Buffalo Milk Mozzarella Factory Amalfi Coast • Paestum • Pompeii • Wine Tasting • Naples • Archaeological Museum

Tuscan & Umbrian Countryside 11 days/16 meals from $3,349

Rome • Orvieto • Spoleto • Cooking Class • Olive Oil Factory • Bevagna • Montefalco • Home-hosted Lunch Assisi • Winery • Florence • Siena • Monteriggioni • Volterra • San Gimignano

Tuscany & the Italian Riviera 8 days/10 meals from $2,099 Tuscan Estate & Winery • Florence • Uffizi Gallery • Siena • Monteriggioni • Lucca • Pisa Italian Riviera • Cinque Terre • Portofino

Italian Intermezzo 9 days/10 meals from $1,875

Milan • Verona • Venice • Tuscany • Pisa • Florence • Wine Sampling • Chianti Country • Assisi • Rome • Vatican City

unrivaled cuisine & wine, spectacular scenery and engaging people. And our travel partners design their Italy tours to encompass those elements, all the while providing the quality and convenience of deluxe accommodations and expert guides. Guided touring offers you seamless itineraries that free you to fully experience and enjoy the places you visit. Instead of worrying about opening & closing times, admission fees, directions, etc, you’re able to immerse yourself in the moment — admiring Florence’s art or architecture, exploring a Neapolitan neighborhood and its charms or relaxing at one of Rome’s outdoor cafes...just like a local. Because the details are taken care of for

you, you don’t have to waste precious vacation time or energy searching for the perfect hotel or restaurant. And an expert professional guide is almost always near at hand to enhance your experience with interesting insights and contextual history. Few countries offer the extensive variety and diversity of Italy — mountains, sparkling coastlines, ancient history and sumptuous cuisine. Whether you’re strolling through the great art cities of Tuscany and Umbria or admiring the rolling hills and ancient forests of Venetia, an Italian holiday will give you a taste of a seductive way of life that will probably leave you wanting more. AAA’s special list (upper-right box)

Best of Italy 11 days/14 meals from $2,395

Rome • Vatican City • Umbria • Assisi • Venice • Tuscany • Pisa • Florence • Pompeii • Sorrento • Capri

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Before-discount AAA Member Rates are per person (double occupancy), are subject to availability at time of booking and include accommodations, in-Italy guide, motorcoach sightseeing, meals as indicated and taxes & government fees. Passport required. Ask about available add-on airfare and optional extensions before and/or after tours.

Visit AAA.com/GoItaly or call 1-800-354-8761 includes 8 great Oct/Nov 2015 tours ranging from 8 to 12 days that highlight Italy’s distinct regions (north, central or south, including Sicily) as well as others that provide a more geographically comprehensive overview of the entire country. No matter which appeals to you most, each tour has been designed to engage and inspire, with several including special culinary experi-

ences or hands-on activities — just the thing to create lifelong memories. Traveling with a group also affords you an added opportunity to establish new friendships with your fellow travelers. Act now (pay in full by July 31) to fulfill your vacation dreams: Book an Italian getaway with AAA and take advantage of the special savings, perks and benefits while they’re available!

Battery Service Program powers members back on the road Membership benefits save you time, money on batteries

on’t let dead batteries leave you stranded, especially during the summer months when heat and intense summer sun can do a number on your 12 volt. “High temperatures can deteriorate the lead plates, thus reducing a battery’s reserve or cold cranking power,” notes Steve Popovich, Managing Director of AAA East Central’s Automotive Services Department. AAA’s Battery Service Program makes battery replacement fast and convenient for members. More than 400 certified battery service technicians cover a five-state area, providing knowledgeable service to make sure you have all the information on your new battery. Your new battery is guaranteed for up to three years, with a full replacement if it fails, and a six-year limited warranty with mobile warranty service available t hroughout the U.S. and Canada. And, with an average savings of about $30, members can be sure they are receiving a fair price with no additional charges for battery installation or disposal. Roadside Assistance is never too far. With the AAA mobile app, you can request Roadside Assistance using your GPS location, receive instant battery price quotes and even track the responding tow truck using the Truck-Tracker function. IPhone users

CURRENT AFFAIRS — AAA’s Mobile Battery Service can accurately diagnose your battery-related problems at the roadside. also have access to a digital membership card, which can be used when requesting roadside assistance or to take advantage of member discounts and savings. When mobile service isn’t an option, you can request the same service by calling 1-800-AAA-HELP to request battery service.

If your battery is more than four years old, it isn’t a bad idea to have it checked for performance, and AAA technicians also provide that service as part of roadside assistance. The life expectancy of an average battery is about three to four years, and proper maintenance is key to making a car battery last. Some ways to tell if a battery

should be checked for potential failure: • Motor turns over slowly when starting the vehicle; • Clicking noises when turning the key • Interior lights start to dim; • Corrosion on terminals. As the summer heats up, the functionality of your battery can decrease. Higher temperatures and being parked in direct sunlight can increase the temperature of your car’s battery, which can lead to increased corrosion and battery fluid evaporation—a potentially lethal combination for the life of your battery. Also, extra usage of navigation, sound systems and cell phone chargers left plugged in can reduce the battery’s power, as well. AAA’s state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment can determine whether or not your battery simply needs a charge, or if the battery needs to be replaced. More than one million members have used AAA’s Battery Service Program, taking advantage of the simple and quick turnaround.

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AAA Battery Service is available from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. 7-days a week. To verify AAA Battery Service availability in your area, call our toll-free number: 1.800.222.4357.

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Take the scenic route in Europe by train Rail travel is real travel on the Continent

xperienced travelers already know that traveling by train on Europe’s extensive rail systems is often the most comfortable and convenient way to get from A to B. It’s that — and much more; in fact, rail travel is also one of the best ways to experience Europe’s most astonishing scenery. Scenic trains are ideal for vacationers who want to pair popular city sightseeing with some of Europe’s most breathtaking natural scenery on day trips. Capture Europe’s wild, storybook beauty as you travel across highlands, atop viaducts, past ancient castle ruins, and alongside shimmering lochs, waterfalls, astonishing Alpine glaciers and picture-perfect fjords! There’s no better way to reach these magical spots; particularly in mountainous regions that aren’t easily visited by car. Popular scenic trains include Norway’s breathtaking Bergen and Flåm Railways. Visitors can board the Flåm Scenic Railway — one of the world’s steepest for a spectacular, vertigo inducing 12-mile journey past waterfalls, snow-capped mountains and mountain farms. Much of Switzerland’s heavily creased Alpine territory is best seen by rail. The Rhaetion Railway includes the world famous Glacier, and Bernina Express lines. The engineering equivalent of Hannibal’s passage through the

HIGH TIMES — Switzerland’s Glacier Express against the backdrop of the Matterhorn. Alps, the Bernina Express takes travelers through scenery that ranges from the blue-tongued glaciers of Piz Bernina to the palm trees of Tirano, Italy. The Glacier Express runs from St. Moritz and Davos via Zermatt where it brings you face to face with the wondrous Matterhorn or “the mountain,” as it is respectfully called by the Swiss. The little red train literally ties itself in

knots as every bend brings a magnificent new vista or a fairytale-like castle perched astride a mountaintop. The Jacobite Steam Train crosses some of Scotland’s most splendid scenery. The Glenfinnan Viaduct’s 21 soaring arches will be familiar to Harry Potter fans as one of the films’ most iconic locales on this real-life Hogwarts Express.

A French rail journey is to be savored like a Monet painting or a mouthful of foie gras. The TGV Mediterranee whisks you from Paris to Marseille at speeds approaching 200 miles an hour, completing the nearly 500-mile trip in just three hours. And there is no better way to experience the contrasting pleasures of France’s three greatest gems — Paris, Provence and the Cote d’Azure. Passengers can depart at Avignon, with its Gothic architecture, or partake in the idle pleasures of the tree-lined Cours Mirabeau, in Aix-en-Provence, a small, classically Provençal town. Sun washed Marseille is the cosmopolitan gateway to the French Riviera. Traveling under the English Channel the Eurostar takes just two hours and 35 minutes to reach downtown London from Paris. You could be standing on the Eiffel Tower in the morning and hearing Big Ben chime at noon.

IF YOU GO

Rail Europe provides AAA members with complimentary Rail Pass theft or loss protection on each Rail Pass over $300. Please see your AAA Departures Guide or log onto AAA.com for special values on European vacations. Contact your AAA Travel professional for details on Rail Europe’s exclusive offers for AAA members.

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Five retro features people still want in their vehicles From spare tires to T-Tops, a look at what’s been missing

here’s no question that today’s high-tech cars run better and last longer than their predecessors. But does new always mean improved? Not when it comes to some favorite auto accessories from the past. Here are five retro features people would like to see make a comeback. Pundits have been writing the obituary for manual transmissions for decades. Modern automatic transmissions not only accelerate faster than any stick shift, they deliver better fuel economy as well. About 3 percent of US buyers choose standard transmissions and many models don’t even offer them as an option. Purists maintain that manual transmissions are more engaging, require more skill and are more fun to drive. That makes them a popular choice in sporty performance cars like the Volkswagen GTI. While the Toyota Camry has gone completely clutchless, you can still find manual transmissions in family sedans like the Honda Accord and Chevy Cruze. Front bucket seats are now the norm, but for decades, American cars came equipped with standard bench seats. In the days of larger families and one family cars bench seats permitted three-

STILL SMOKING — Burt Reynolds’ 1977 T-Topped Trans Am Bandit recently sold for $450,000. passenger seating in the front seat. The 2014 Chevrolet Impala was the last American passenger car to offer three-across front seating. Still, there is certain nostalgia for bench seats, whose decline was mirrored by a big downturn in Drive-Ins. If you’re still hankering for a bench in front, you need to look at a light truck like the Chevy Silverado. In the days before air conditioning

vent windows funnelled copious quantities of cool air into the cabin. Then in the late 1960s, they began to disappear. Ostensibly, it was to reduce wind resistance and leakage, but many suspect it was to reduce costs and promote optional A/C. The 1996 Ford F-150 was one of the last domestic vehicles with functional side vents. Many vehicles still feature those triangular-shaped

windows, but none of them open. It wasn’t a moonroof. It wasn’t a convertible. It was a T-Top and there was a time in the ‘70s and ‘80s when they were as ubiquitous as Burt Reynolds’ mustache. First seen on the 1968 Corvette, the mullet of motor vehicles reached its pinnacle on the Pontiac Firebird Trans Am “Bandit” edition. Changing automotive tastes eventually signaled the end of both the Firebird and T-Tops in 2002, although they remain prized by collectors. The next time you go looking for your spare tire you may be surprised to find there isn’t one. Manufacturers have eliminated spare tires in nearly half of new car models and replaced them with inflation kits. Full size spares are still available on some SUVs and light trucks, while a number of passenger cars offer the “doughnut” or “compact” spare tire either as standard equipment, or as an option. With a little advance sleuthing, the lack of a spare tire won’t leave you feeling flat. FOR MORE INFORMATION

Visit AAA.com/auto for information on all things automotive including tips on buying, operating and maintaining a vehicle.

aroundtown GREAT MOHICAN POW-WOW — (July 10-12) Learn about Native American culture and lifestyle, and experience over 40 top Native artisans, craftsmen and traders. Enjoy Native foods, music, storytelling, dance and drum competitions, demos and more. Cost: $8 adults, $4 child, pre-school free. For information, call 800-766-2267 or visit mohicanpowwow.com. Location: Mohican Reservation Campground, 23270 Wally Road, Loudonville. REVOLUTION ON THE TUSCARAWAS — (July 11-12) The Brigade of the American Revolution presents a Revolutionary experience at Fort Laurens featuring artillery demonstrations, civilian life, camp life demonstrations, and two mock battles with many other activities held throughout the day. A special ceremony will also be held at the Tomb of the Unknown Patriot of the American Revolution. Admission: $8; $4, children 5-14. For information, visit fortlaurens.com. Location: Fort Laurens Museum, 11067 Fort Laurens Road Northwest, Bolivar. SUMMER FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS — (July 11-12) Celebrate the fine and performing arts at the 17th annual Summer Festival of the Arts at and around Youngstown State University. Over 70 juried fine artists and craftspeople will exhibit and sell their handcrafted work, and over 50 different performing

arts groups stage music, dance and theater selections. An ethnic festival features over 20 different nationalities displaying memorabilia, and selling food. A children’s art tent and numerous displays makes this event a fun and family friendly weekend. Hours: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit ysu.edu/sfa. Location: Youngstown State University, 1 University Plaza, Youngstown. TRUMBULL COUNTY FAIR — (July 14-19) This 169th annual event is a traditional county fair with locally raised livestock and home-produced items. Agricultural displays, livestock and horse shows, entertainment, a midway and food. The times are from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. at Trumbull County Fairgrounds, 899 Everett Hull Road, Cortland. Visit www.TrumbullCountyFair.com for more information. ALL AMERICON 6 — (July 18) Buy, sell or trade new and old comic books as well as toys from different eras. The time is from 11 a.m to 5 p.m. at Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Avenue NW, Warren. Contact: 330-646-3663. STEAM TRAIN RIDE — (July 25-26) World-famous steam locomotive No. 765 and the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society are offering passenger excursion runs between Youngstown and Ashtabula. This will be the first steam excursion

to depart Youngstown since 1986. Departure time is 8:30 a.m. For boarding and parking information, and tickets, visit fortwaynerailroad. org or call 1-888-718-4253. Location: Boarding site in Youngstown to be determined. GREATER YOUNGSTOWN ITALIAN FEST — (July 31-August 2) Get a taste of Italian heritage and culture at the 30th annual Greater Youngstown Italian Fest, featuring great food and plenty of entertainment for the whole family. The times are Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Visit youngstownitalianfest.org for complete schedule. Location: Central Square, downtown Youngstown. BALLOON CLASSIC AND JACKSONBELDEN FOOD FEST — (July 31-August 2) Have up, up and away fun at the Balloon Classic/JacksonBelden Food Fest and Fireworks. Nearly 65 hot air balloons will take flight to the delight of approximately 130,000 spectators at this free, 3-day event. Last year’s special shape balloons included Angry Bird, Gordo, and El-Fonz. Dozens of food vendors, live music, children’s activities, an illuminating Balloon Night Glow, and a spectacular fireworks display are in store for families. For a schedule of events, visit profootballhoffestival.com/events. Location: Kent State University at Stark/Stark College.

ZOAR HARVEST FESTIVAL AND ANTIQUE SHOW — (August 1-2) Experience the harvest in Zoar Village. Tour the historic buildings, shop from high quality artisans and antique dealers, enjoy the juried craft and art show, and learn from a variety of historic demonstrators. It’s free to walk the village and shop the craft show. Cost to tour the Antique Show, Artisan Tent, and historic museum building is $8; free for children 12 and under. Hours: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, visit historiczoarvillage.com. PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME ENSHRINEMENT FESTIVAL — (August 7-8) This year’s Enshrinement Festival is bigger than ever. Gold Jacket Photo Op on Friday morning at 9:30 a.m. on the steps of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Aerosmith performs at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium on Friday at 8 p.m. Purchase tickets at Ticketmaster outlets or call 800-745-3000. The Class of 2015 enshrinement is on Saturday, beginning with the Grand Parade on Cleveland Avenue at 8 a.m. An autograph session takes place at noon at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and the Enshrinement Ceremony begins at 7 p.m. at Hall of Fame Field at Fawcett Stadium. For information and a schedule of events, visit profootballhoffestival.com/events. Location: Canton.

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Saying sayonara to the single supplement Pleasant Holidays & Uniworld offer savings for solos

raveling solo is about selfdiscovery and savoring life’s small pleasures. Doing what you like, when you like, without the constraints or compromises of traveling with a companion. Spend an entire day relaxing on the beach, or indulge a newfound passion for art or fine wine. Swap stories with new friends, or immerse yourself in local customs and culture. But why should you have to pay extra for the privilege with costly single supplements? Now you don’t. Pleasant Holidays has launched a new “Savings For Solos” program where select resorts in Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica have waived the traditional Single Supplement with savings of up to 33 percent. It’s an outstanding value for single-minded AAA members with all-inclusive resorts like Dreams Villamagna Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit; Dreams Las Mareas, Costa Rica; and Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Plus, AAA members also receive a $50 per booking activity voucher valid toward a variety of select activities. Punta Cana is nestled on the island of Hispaniola’s easternmost tip. Blessed with some of the best beaches on the planet, the sea is clear, flat and warm, and fringed with swaying palms and sugary white sand. Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana, is a AAA Four Diamond resort situated on

DO IT YOUR WAY — Take the time and do exactly what you want. an uncrowded stretch of blinding white beach. Enjoy the thoughtful amenities of Dreams Unlimited-Luxury® where nearly everything is included. Every top-shelf spirit at five festive bars and lounges. Every gourmet meal at an international array of specialty restaurants like Bordeaux, featuring fine French cooking, El Patio with authentic Mexican fare, Himitsu with the fla-

vors of Asia, and Italian specialties at Portofino. Enjoy complimentary watersports and theme nights poolside and at the beach; aerobics and dance classes; and a Dominican Tianguis — a weekly market featuring local handicrafts, art and jewelry. Solo travelers can cruise at no additional charge on select Uniworld

Boutique River Cruises. Uniworld has reduced or waived single supplements on a variety of 2016 departures. Book and deposit at time of reservation to take advantage of these savings. Itineraries include Tulips & Windmills, Castles Along the Rhine, Venice & the Gems of Northern Italy, and Paris & Normandy. Paris’ charm is without peer, and the perfect place to begin or end your journey. Stroll along the Seine as evening falls and the lights begin to glimmer on the water. Relax over an apertif in a Latin Quarter cafe while an accordion plays La Vie en Rose. Marvel at Notre Dame’s fantastic gargoyles and chimera, or the endearing white parapets of Sacré-Coeur. Once onboard your ship, simply unpack and relax, letting the serene Seine carry you through the countryside. Breathe in the fragrance of Monet’s garden in Giverny, or walk in the footsteps of Van Gogh in Auverssur-Oise, the town where he spent his last days. Immerse yourself in a land, rich in legend, history, and art.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Please see this issue’s Departures Guide, or log on to AAA.com for special values on vacations from Pleasant Holidays, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises and AAA Travel.

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