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t one location, a mere 12 miles separates Ireland (home to Ireland and Northern Ireland) from Britain (home to Scotland, England and Wales); the geographic proximity of these 2 islands facilitated the spread of Celtic culture from the Scottish Highlands to Ireland’s Atlantic shores. That shared heritage — and the isles’ spectacularly rugged coastlines, dewy peatlands, emerald-green meadows and heather-carpeted hills — forged the unique temperament of today’s Scots and Irish. A native journalist wryly notes: “We have periods of happiness and contentment, but we count on our deep sense of cynicism and gloom to get us through them.” You’ll no doubt encounter such charmingly selfdeprecating humor, a genuinely inviting hospitality and an effusively friendly welcome on AAA’s Sept 19-30 “Taste of Scotland & Ireland” escorted tour. It’s a comprehensive combination of sights and experiences revealing and embracing the character of 2 destinations very popular with AAA members. Equally popular are the savings members enjoy if they book & deposit by 3/31/15 — as much as $350.00 per room (double occupancy), depending on the level of AAA membership!

Land of Thistle & Haggis Begin in Scotland’s largest metropolis, Glasgow, where 1 of its 3 pro soccer clubs is called Celtic (say Keltic, not Seltic). Enjoy a tour of the city center, which first flourished in Victorian times from shipbuilding and international trade. Drive around George Square and its ornate City Chambers, then visit historic

BLARNEY CASTLE, IRELAND Provand’s Lordship, Glasgow’s oldest house (1471); originally part of a hospital, it’s been extensively restored. Afterward, share a welcome drink before dinner with your tour director and travel companions. Travel along Loch Lomond, renowned for unsurpassed beauty, into the fabled Highlands and through the deep and narrow valley at Glen Coe, a National Scenic Area notorious for the massacre of the Clan Macdonald by the Clan Campbell in 1692. Continue through Fort William to Spean Bridge Woollen Mill, which offers quality Scottish-made goods. At Fort Augustus, embark on a Loch Ness cruise, keeping eyes open for “Nessie,” the BUNRATTY CASTLE world-famous cryptid (a IRELAND creature or plant whose suggested existence has not been verified by the scientific community). Following this fun & fabled “hunt,” journey to either Inverness or Nairn for the night. At Blair Athol Distillery in Pitlochry see how whisky (an anglicisation of the Gaelic uisce/uisge, meaning water) is distilled; and — the best part? — is that you get to sample some! Duly fortified, continue to St Andrews, known as the “home of golf” (1754) and for Scotland’s oldest university (~1410); spend some time exploring on your own before heading to Edinburgh and your gracious manor house hotel, set on 1,000 acres with 2 golf courses and spa facilities a few miles from the city. Savor a dinner of excellent Scottish cuisine (definitely not haggis, the national dish — a savory pudding of sheep offal simmered inside the animal’s stomach or, more likely these days, a sausage casing) followed by continued from page 17

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AAA Mobile Battery Services Passes 1.5 million AAA Mobile Battery Service reached a significant milestone in 2014, making its 1.5 millionth battery replacement last October. AAA serves members’ battery needs with the right equipment, proper full system testing and friendly, informed battery technicians. AAA Battery Service vehicles carry batteries compatible with 90 percent of all cars, SUVs and light trucks on the road. The high-quality AAA branded battery comes with a 72-month warranty, including 36-months free replacement, and members receive a discount. If your vehicle won’t start and you suspect your battery may be the problem, count on AAA to turn battery problems into solutions. 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, or visit AAA.com/battery for details.

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Putting the brakes on traffic fatalities Erie Region Official publication of the Erie Region of AAA East Central Published monthly (except bimonthly Aug./Sept., Nov./Dec.) by AAA East Central 6660 Peach St., Unit #2, Erie PA 16509-7710 814-866-0246 USPS 0178-440 ISSN 109-77554 Periodicals Postage Paid at Erie PA Postmaster: Send address changes to AAA Motorist Erie Region c/o AAA, 5900 Baum Blvd Pittsburgh PA 15206-3854 Subscription Rate: $1 included in Primary Membership dues. All others: $2/year.

Publisher.....................................James E. Lehman Managing Editor ............................Douglas O’Neil Editorial Office 5900 Baum Blvd, Pittsburgh PA 15206-3854 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, Mona N. Generett, 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 *ex officio **emeritus directors

Regional President ......................... David R. Poor Regional Board of Directors Peter Burton, Harry G. Gorton, Ernest L. Lake, David R. Poor, William C. Sennett, William J. Stroh, Herman C. Weber Jr.

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Traffic deaths continued to decline in 2013 By David R. Poor President, Erie Region t may not feel like it on your morning commute, but our roadways have never been safer. Newly released statistics from the U.S. Department of Transportation reveal the number of passenger vehicle occupants dying in car crashes in 2013, fell to their lowest number on record. The downside is that 32,719 people still lost their lives on America’s roads, many of them needlessly. Over the past decade, traffic fatalities have plummeted 25 percent and much of the credit goes to better vehicle design, active safety technologies like electronic stability control (ESC), and advances in medical care that have made crash injuries more survivable. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, (IIHS) your chances of dying in a crash in a late-model vehicle have fallen by more than a third in just the last three years. High-tech collision avoidance and mitigation systems may be changing the way we drive, but seatbelts remain the single most effective occupant safety device. Among fatally injured passenger vehicle occupants in 2013, almost half (49 percent) were unrestrained. Thirty-four states experienced reductions in overall traffic fatalities, led by Ohio with 132 fewer fatalities, Kentucky with 108 fewer, and Pennsylvania with 102 fewer. These numbers reflect the longstanding efforts by AAA and a broad coalition of safety-driven individuals and organizations to inform the

David R. Poor public, and pass meaningful legislation such as impaired driving countermeasures, full implementation of graduated driver licensing systems and primary seatbelt requirements. Much progress has been made, but it only serves as a reminder of the magnitude of the problem that remains. On average, almost 90 people lose their lives each day — and more than 250 are injured every hour — due to factors like speeding, impaired driving, or not using child restraints. Too many drivers flout traffic and safety laws; the impact of legislation is often limited by specifics; and there remains an urgent need to improve our highway infrastructure and reduce congestion.

Impaired driving — especially by habitual offenders — remains a serious public health issue. While the number alcohol-impaired-driving fatalities decreased by 2.5 percent between 2012 and 2013, they still accounted for a staggering 31 percent of all traffic fatalities. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that in 2013, 3,154 people lost their lives and another 421,000 were injured in distraction-related crashes. Driver distraction diverts your eyes from the road, takes your hands off the wheel, and reduces your concentration on the task of driving. Text messaging can do all three simultaneously, which is why it’s so deadly. Beyond the terrible human tragedy are the enormous economic losses and emotional costs. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s most recent estimate pegs the annual economic cost of crashes at $277 billion dollars. These include medical, emergency and police services, property damage, lost productivity, and quality of life, among other things. A number of factors, such as state traffic laws, emergency trauma care, weather and topography influence traffic deaths and injuries, but perhaps none is more important than changing driver behavior and altering the current culture of complacency. No one should accept as inevitable, the fact that nearly 33,000 Americans will perish on our highways each year. Even one life lost is one too many.

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illions of students shift their belongings back and forth from colleges and universities each year and many will soon begin their annual trek back home. Moving is never easy but there are things you can do to make it better for everyone involved. Whether you’re a senior or a sophomore, the experts at Penske Truck Rental have a curriculum to help make you or you college-age student make the move home: Don’t wait — Springtime and graduation weeks are peak moving times for both students and families living near or around campus. Reserve a truck before they’re all rented out — at least two weeks prior to your move. For most students, a 12- or 16-foot truck is a perfect fit for contents of a college residence or small off-campus apartment. If you can, try to move on a weekday — weekends are always the busiest moving days. Pack in increments — Start early to avoid the stress of last-minute rush-

ing. It’s OK to leave a box open in case you need something you’ve packed inside it. Pack smart — Bring home only what you need. Before you toss something consider donating any useable items to fellow students or various charities. Load your heaviest items on the truck first to create a sturdy base, then start stacking on top. Boxes, packing tape, bubble pack, moving blankets, and hand trucks are also essential to keeping your belongings safer and making your move easier. Think safety — A moving truck is taller, wider and heavier than cars or SUVs. So, drive a bit slower and take extra care when making turns, driving under overhangs or near low tree branches. Penske offers 24/7/365 emergency roadside assistance in case you have a problem. Make it fun — Keep a positive attitude during the move — play music, spring for pizza after all the work is done and don’t let frustration get to you. Penske moving trucks have CD

players, radios, air conditioning and cell-phone outlet chargers — all the things necessary for a comfortable, enjoyable ride. Go green and save green — Save on expenses and be kinder to the environment by moving together with someone from your area. Check with your residence life office on campus to help find someone to share the load. Pack a go bag — With most belongings packed tightly away, create a travel bag for moving day to keep important paperwork, credit cards, identification, change of clothes, drinks and snacks close at hand. Whether you need a truck for moving across the country or down the street, Penske Truck Rental offers significant savings for AAA members. Save 12 percent on one-way & local truck rentals and 12 percent off moving supplies and accessories. Offer only applicable to daily fixed rate and any mileage charges. Book online and save up to 20 percent on one-way rentals at PenskeTruckRental.com.

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A crash course in post-collision protocol Stay calm and follow these steps after an accident By Robin Jones ustin Lin’s first auto accident was, fortunately, a minor one. While waiting in line to leave the high school parking lot, Lin inched forward just a bit too far—and bumped the car in front of him. He motioned the other driver to the side of the parking lot, where they examined both cars for damage (they didn’t see any) and exchanged phone numbers. Then Lin handed his insurance card to the other driver, and she drove away with it. “I had no idea what to do,” says Lin, who was 16 at the time. “I just did what I’d heard other people say to do.” Lin’s inexperience may have caused him to skip a few steps in the post-accident protocol recommended by many insurers. But even veteran drivers can get frazzled and forget to record crucial information. Here’s a quick guide on what to do after a collision. 1. Assess the situation Before you do anything else, take a deep breath. Then ask yourself these questions. First: Are you injured? If you or anyone else is hurt, call 911 immediately. Second: Is your car operable? If so, drive to the side of the road or to a safe place so that you don’t block traffic and cause another accident. If your car is so badly damaged that it can’t be moved, turn on your emergency flashers and

KEEP YOUR COOL — Even veteran drivers can forget crucial information. stay in the car until help arrives. Third: Should you call the police? “It’s always a good idea to call 911 following an accident,” says Armando Garcia, community outreach officer for Santa Ana CHP. “However, if there are no injuries, only property damage, the parties involved can agree to just exchange information and leave the scene.” 2. Gather information Once you get to a safe place, and if you feel comfortable doing so, start exchanging information. Get

the names, driver’s license numbers, addresses, and phone numbers of any drivers involved. Record the color, make, model, year, license plate number, and registered owner for each vehicle, and get the names and phone numbers of any passengers or witnesses. Then, get the names and policy numbers of the drivers’ insurance companies. If it is more convenient, take photos on your phone capturing all the necessary information. Lastly, give the same information about yourself to other drivers.

Next, gather information about the accident scene. Sketch out the positions of the vehicles. Note the location, time, and weather and road conditions. Use your cell phone to photograph the scene and the cars involved, even if there’s no apparent damage. If the police come to the scene, write down the officers’ names, badge numbers, and jurisdiction, and ask them how your insurance company can get a copy of the police report, if one is filed. 3. Call your insurance company Determining fault is best left to an insurance professional, so don’t admit fault and call your insurance company as soon as possible, even from the accident scene. When you get home, write a detailed account of the collision and download the photos you took. This information will be useful during the claims process and could help if you end up involved in a court case.

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Millennials love their cars more than social media Generation Y really wants to drive after all

ontrary to what you may have heard, young people have a passion for cars and car ownership. According to a new research study “Millennials Have Drive” conducted by MTV, 3 in 4 young people say they would rather give up social media for a day than their car. Seventy two percent would rather give up texting for a week than their car. Eight in 10 Millennials get around most often by car as opposed to any other form of transportation — a stark contrast to studies in recent years that show driving on the decline among people born from approximately 1980 through the late 1990s. This shift in driving behaviors and attitudes can be attributed to Millennials aging up into car ownership, an improving economy and the fact that more are able to afford cars now than a few years ago. According to AAA Auto Buying plan partner TrueCar, Millennials will purchase 4.24 million cars and light trucks in 2015. They are expected to comprise about 25 percent of the new vehicle market. “Improving economic conditions are shifting the rhetoric around Millennials and car buying,” said John Krafcik, president of TrueCar. “Saying they don’t like cars simply isn’t true anymore. We know having a car means the same thing to Millennials that it does to other genera-

tions: independence and identity.” They also see owning a car as more than just a big-ticket purchase of four wheels and an engine. The MTV study found almost 3 in 4 think it’s important their car reflect who they are, and 85 percent are looking forward to one day owning the car they’ve always wanted. While the overall sentiment toward car ownership is overwhelmingly positive, “Millennials Have Drive” offers several insights into ways the buying experience can be improved. In fact, 8 in 10 young people believe the buying or leasing of a car should take less time. Additionally, 87 percent say the buying process should be more transparent. Often referred to as Digital Natives, Millennials are adept at using technology and are heavily represented on TrueCar’s mobile marketplace. They

made up almost one quarter of mobile users in 2014, and Krafcik expects this number to grow to about one third in 2015. “TrueCar is in a unique position as our site and mobile application demands open, transparent, at-your-fingertip pricing data coupled with mobile accessibility.” “The insights show a generation that emphasizes car ownership and the critical role it plays in their day-to-day lives,” said Berj Kazanjian, Senior Vice President, MTV. “Millennials, like other generations, see car ownership not only as a way to establish independence, but

also as a way to craft their unique adult identity.” SMART CAR SHOPPING

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ship in the fleet. Enjoy craft beers and comfort food in the new Gastrobar. Or fresh, frozen cocktails on the pool deck at Slush. Shimmering in sophistication from bow to stern, she’ll exceed your expectations as soon as you step aboard. Delight in your choice of 10 exceptional dining venues. Relax in chic and spacious accommodations. Be surprised to feel grass beneath your feet at the Lawn Club as you sail out to sea. With every imaginable comfort, along with Celebrity’s unrivaled guest services, you are bound for an unsurpassed experience no matter your destination. With 1 staff member for nearly every 2 guests, Celebrity’s personal service anticipates your every need. Unobtrusively. Intuitively. Feel restored and relaxed — effortlessly. In your stateroom, out by the pool, in the Canyon Ranch SpaClub,® anywhere at all, at anytime, Celebrity’s onboard family goes the extra mile to ensure every aspect of your cruise turns out just the way you want it.

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Balcony rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip airport/pier transfers, 10-night cruise accommodations/entertainment, most onboard meals, government taxes/fees ($356.62) and $50 shipboard credit per stateroom. Ship’s registry: Malta. Ask about discounted add-on airfare (roundtrip from Buffalo, Cleveland, Columbus, Louisville, Philadelphia or Pittsburgh) available for a limited time. Visit AAA.com/travel for complete itinerary and important pre-travel information.

Modern Luxury

Upgrade from a balcony to a Concierge Class stateroom for $100 per person! Personalized concierge service • in-room sparkling wine on arrival • in-room flowers & fruit & evening hors d’oeuvres delivered daily • luxury bedding • pillow menu • personalized stationery • tote bag • umbrella for onboard use • private bar (custom-stocked for a fee) • massage showerhead • plush robes • oversize towels • salon-quality hairdryer • a selection of shampoos/lotions/soaps • express luggage delivery • early embarkation/disembarkation • priority seating in main dining room & specialty restaurants • make-up/turndown service • expanded room service menu (24 hours) • shoeshine valet Balcony enhancements include a table for 2, cushioned chairs and high-power binoculars for onboard use.

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$599 per person, double occupancy

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$705 per person, double occupancy

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Bahamas ................................... July 10-17 ......................... from $1,272 Bahamas ................................... Aug 21-28 ........................... from $833 Canada/New England ............. Sept 3-11 .......................... from $1,069 Canada/New England ............. Oct 15-24 ............................ from $995 Western Caribbean ................. Nov 1-11........................... from $1,194 Eastern Caribbean ................... Dec 9-19 ........................... from $1,075 AAA MEMBER RATES are per person (double occupancy), are subject to availability at time of booking and include roundtrip motorcoach transportation, cruise accommodations/entertainment, most onboard meals and taxes, fees and port expenses of up to $382.60 per person. Ship’s registry: Bahamas. Visit AAA.com/motorcruise for details & PA pick-up points.

Be among the first to cruise on the brand-new Anthem of the Seas! Get $25 shipboard credit! These Anthem sailings include a 1-night before-cruise hotel stay near Cape Liberty NJ and a short driving tour of New York City. Jan 14-25, 2016 • from $1,885 San Juan PR • Charlotte Amelie, St Thomas USVI • Philipsburg, St Maarten Basseterre, St Kitts • Plus 5 days at sea

from $2,345

Labadee, Haiti • San Juan PR • Philipsburg, St Maarten • Fort de France, Martinique Bridgetown, Barbados • Basseterre, St Kitts • Plus 5 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 and taxes, fees and port expenses of $524.25 per person. Ship’s registry: Bahamas. Visit AAA.com/motorcruise for details & PA pick-up points.

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$775 per person, double occupancy

or get a HOME GAME seat & more!

• Pirates baseball cap • Autographed baseball • Outfield box seat • Behind-the-scenes PNC Park tour • Pre-game food & drink • Watch batting practice if it takes place

AAA Member Rate: $3,935

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June 19-21 •

Before-discount rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip hotel/train transfers, 2-night train roomette accommodations (Chicago-Seattle), 7-night ATURE hotel accommodations, 17 meals, meal gratuities (except on train), welcome reception, 4 tours & 1 cruise in Glacier National Park, sightseeing per itinerary, hotel baggage handling (1 per person), hotel taxes and services of an Amtrak Vacations® tour escort (Chicago-Seattle). Visit AAA.com/ CA O TI travel for complete itinerary. Ask about available add-on airfare.

April 17-30, 2016 •

These vary by package; visit AAA.com/baseball for complete itinerary and inclusions.

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Glacier National Park Discovery Aug 1-10 •

Roundtrip motorcoach from Pittsburgh • Hotel Reserved game seat • Touring, activities & amenities

Retrace portions of the Lewis & Clark Trail on Amtrak’s Empire Builder from the “Windy City” to the “Emerald City” and explore the “Crown of the Continent” in between! Begin in Chicago; take a city tour before boarding Empire Builder at magnificent Union Station. Start your rail journey with Mississippi River views and glimpses of the Twin Cities skyline. Enjoy breakfast and lunch onboard as you cross into Montana to Glacier National Park. Tour in a 1930s “jammer” with a canvas roll-top; rebuilt in 2001, these vehicles climb Going-to-the-Sun Road. Cross into Canada to visit Waterton Lakes National Park, part of the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, a World Heritage Site. Enjoy 2 nights at Glacier Park Lodge. Your other in-park home for 2 nights is the Swiss-themed Many Glacier Hotel on Swiftcurrent Lake. Reboard the Empire Builder for Seattle. See the city’s many gems, including lively Pike Place Market. Cap it all off with an ascent of the iconic Space Needle for breathtaking views!

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Beijing

INTRO to CHINA AN ESCORTED EXPERIENCE

Walk on the GREAT WALL! Enter the FORBIDDEN CITY! Explore one of the world’s most important capitals and meet BEIJINGERS at home & in school!

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EXTRA-SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS include... • A traditional PEKING DUCK DINNER in one of Beijing‘s best restaurants renowned for the preparation & presentation of this world-famous delicacy • An up-close & personal FAMILY-HOME VISIT & HOME-COOKED MEAL in one of Beijing’s ancient and fast-disappearing hutong neighborhoods, with an opportunity to question and interact with your hosts

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Enjoy the comfort & security of an escorted experience — a comprehensive, informative & personal look at this rapidly growing city and an in-depth introduction to its fascinating culture. See landmarks & learn customs for nearly a week; then enjoy an entire day independently exploring & indulging your interests — art, history, cuisine, shopping, photography, parks & zoos — it’s all up to you, with suggestions, advice, directions, etc, from your expert in-China local guide! Marvel at ancient & modern, urban & rural, rich & poor, simple & sophisticated, serene & chaotic. Beijing’s unique combination of seemingly contradictory elements may well change your understanding of this city & nation...and provide moving memories that last a lifetime.

Sept 17-24 •

AAA Member Rate: $3,425

Before-discount rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip flights (Pittsburgh-Beijing), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, 12 meals, in-China guide, sightseeing/admissions, baggage handling (1 per person), driver & escort gratuities, AAA Tour Manager (if minimum-participation goal is met) & government taxes/fees. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details. Visit AAA.com/GoAsia for itinerary.

4 UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES — THE GREAT WALL AT BADALING, THE IMPERIAL PALACE (FORBIDDEN CITY), THE SUMMER PALACE AND THE TEMPLE OF HEAVEN TIANANMEN SQUARE • 2008 SUMMER OLYMPICS SITE • LAMA BUDDHIST TEMPLE • HUTONG MARKET VISIT, HOME VISIT & HOME-COOKED MEAL • BELL & DRUM TOWERS TEA CEREMONY JADE FACTORY • PEDICAB RIDE • KUNG FU DEMONSTRATION & STUDENT INTERACTION • TRADITIONAL PEKING DUCK & HOTPOT DINNERS • & MORE!

Up to $100 onboard credit on these AAA Vacations sailings! ®

AAA Vacations® Celebrity Cruises sailings entitle you to priority check-in and up to $100 shipboard credit per stateroom. All AAA Vacations cruises feature AAA’s 24 / 7 Member Care Assistance Service and 24-hour Best-Price Guarantee. ®

Be sure to ask a AAA Travel Agent about all available offers and promotions when you choose a AAA Vacations® Celebrity Cruises departure.

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Italy & Greek Isles: Barcelona to Piraeus Alaska: Roundtrip from Seattle British Isles: Roundtrip from Amsterdam Scandinavia & Russia: Roundtrip from Southampton Alaska: Roundtrip from Vancouver Scandinavia & Russia: Roundtrip from Amsterdam Alaska: Roundtrip from Seattle Western Mediterranean: Barcelona to Piraeus Alaska: Roundtrip from Vancouver Eastern Mediterranean: Roundtrip from Civitavecchia British Isles: Roundtrip from Amsterdam Alaska: Roundtrip from Seattle Scandinavia & Russia: Roundtrip from Southampton Italy & Mediterranean: Civitavecchia to Barcelona Alaska: Roundtrip from Vancouver Alaska: Roundtrip from Seattle Italy & Greek Isles: Roundtrip from Barcelona Alaska: Roundtrip from Seattle Scandinavia & Russia: Roundtrip from Southampton British Isles: Roundtrip from Amsterdam Alaska: Roundtrip from Vancouver Eastern Mediterranean: Roundtrip from Civitavecchia Scandinavia & Russia: Roundtrip from Amsterdam Eastern Roman Empire: Civitavecchia to Istanbul Eastern Mediterranean: Roundtrip from Civitavecchia Alaska: Seattle to Vancouver Canaries & Azores: Roundtrip from Southampton Western Mediterranean: Roundtrip from Civitavecchia

Offers available only on AAA Vacations® departures. Combinable with AAA Member Benefits; ask a AAA Travel Agent or visit AAA.com/travel for details/restrictions.

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ULTIMATE NEW YORK CITY

May 22-25 •

LILAC FESTIVAL: MACKINAC ISLAND MI

AAA Member Rate: $965

June 6-10 •

This Memorial Day weekend getaway features a city tour, including a visit to the 9/11 Memorial Museum, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Explore the stores, restaurants, theaters, parks, museums and other attractions of the Big Apple — all just steps from your conveniently located Times Square hotel.

Blooming Pittsburgh – 1 day

May 3 •

AAA Member Rate: $119

Gardeners & nature lovers! Enjoy the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden–The Woodlands, lunch at the Porch at Schenley and the Spring Flower Show at Phipps Conservatory. 1 meal.

Horsin' Around in Kentucky

May 11-15 •

AAA Member Rate: $935

Explore Kentucky's horse farms & distilleries. Visit Lexington & Louisville, including KY Horse Park, the Derby Museum at Churchill Downs, Louisville Slugger Museum, 2 distilleries, a dinner theater, a dinner cruise & much more. 8 meals.

Harborfest : Norfolk VA ®

June 5-8 •

AAA Member Rate: $789

Enjoy waterfront accommodations and explore Norfolk’s annual fun-filled maritime celebration of food, entertainment, water activities and tall ships. Visit the US Naval Base, the Norfolk Botanical Gardens, the interactive sea-themed Nauticus science center (home of the Battleship Wisconsin) and take a fireworks dinner cruise. 6 meals.

A Taste of Pittsburgh – 1 day

June 12 •

AAA Member Rate: $109

This culinary walking tour of historic Strip District markets features tasty samples from around the world. Meet vendors & hear their stories. Come hungry!

Explore the Henry Ford Museum, Greenfield Village and Edsel Ford estate. Ferry to car-free Mackinac Island; enjoy its Lilac Festival, a buggy tour and the Grand Hotel buffet. Cross Mighty Mac Bridge to German-flavored Frankenmuth, home of Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland. 8 meals.

Maine Seacoast

June 15-21 •

AAA Member Rate: $1,309

From Portland to Acadia National Park, experience what life along Maine’s Down East coast is really like. Enjoy exploring maritime villages like Boothbay Harbor, Bar Harbor and Freeport; a whale watching cruise; lighthouses; the Maine State Prison Store and L L Bean. Follow the Loop Road through spectacular Acadia National Park. 12 meals.

Shows & More: Lancaster PA

June 18-20 •

AAA Member Rate: $595

See Sight & Sound Theater’s “Joseph” and a production at the American Music Theatre. Tour Amish country. 5 meals.

Niagara-on-the-Lake Shaw Festival July 7-9 •

AAA Member Rate: $759

This Victorian-flavored Ontario village hosts one of the world’s best-loved theatrical festivals. Enjoy a tasting & lunch at a winery and gold-level seating at Peter & the Starcatcher and Sweet Charity. Visit Niagara Botanical Gardens, the Butterfly Conservancy & Niagara Falls. Prince of Wales Hotel. 4 meals.

Finger Lakes Escape

July 13-16 •

AAA Member Rate: $1,055

AAA Member Rate: $949

See quaint towns, Buttermilk Falls, Cornell University & Plantations, Corning Museum of Glass (Make Your Own Glass workshop), 2 wineries, Sonnenberg Mansion & Gardens and 2 other historical homes. Lakeside

accommodations. 8 meals, including a farmto-table wine dinner and a steamboat dinner cruise.

The Wright Kind of Summer

July 19 •

AAA Member Rate: $149

Explore 2 of architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s works in the Laurel Highlands (Duncan House and Fallingwater) and 2 by one of his apprentices. Dine at historic Summit Inn. 2 meals.

Amish Acres Arts & Crafts Festival Aug 5-7 •

AAA Member Rate: $479

Visit Nappanee in the heart of Indiana's Amish country for all the fun of the 53rd annual Amish Acres Arts & Crafts Festival as well as a tour of the 80-acre farmstead on which it's held. Also enjoy an evening of musical theater at Round Barn Theatre. 4 meals.

Girls’ Mystery Getaway

Aug 14-16 •

AAA Member Rate: $605

Can’t reveal our destination, but you and your family members and/or friends will enjoy 2 nights of B&B–style accommodations, outlet shopping, a wine-tasting dinner, a luncheon with a fashion show, a cooking demonstration, a “ladies’ night out” and more. 5 meals.

PA Patriotic Pride – 1 day

Aug 27 •

AAA Member Rate: $119

Honor heroes at a patriotic lunch show. Visit the Flight 93 National Memorial and Flight 93 Memorial Chapel. 1 meal.

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Sizzlin’ Westerns CORRAL A WILD DEAL IN MARCH! AAA MEMBERS SAVE $50.00! SAVINGS PER ROOM, DOUBLE OCCUPANCY. NEW BOOKINGS WITH DEPOSIT MARCH 1-31, 2015.

AAA Member Rates for all tours below are per person (double occupancy), are subject to availability at time of booking and include accommodations, sightseeing admissions, taxes/gratuities for included features, baggage handling (1 bag per person) and meals as indicated. (Select tours below also include roundtrip flights from Pittsburgh and roundtrip airport/hotel transfers. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details.) Visit AAA.com/travel for itinerary details.

BEST OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

So many delights in 1 tour — from the endless charms of San Francisco to the natural JULY 23-31 • $3,699 splendor of the redwoods at Muir Woods to the opulence of Hearst Castle. Cross Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy the Mediterranean ambiance of Sausalito, sample wines at Napa Valley vineyards, savor lunch aboard the Napa Wine Train. Ride Amtrak’s scenic California Zephyr to Lake Tahoe. Visit the ghost town of Virginia City NV. Dine & dance on a riverboat paddlewheeler. Marvel at Yosemite’s wonders. Explore coastal Carmel, Big Sur and Monterey. 14 meals. AIR INCLUDED.

Ascend the Space Needle at Seattle Center, site of the 1962 World’s Fair. Wander through Chihuly Garden & Glass. Enjoy a land-&-water excursion, the Future of Flight Aviation Center JULY 19-25 • $1,815 and a Boeing tour. Explore Pike Place Market. Visit Mt St Helens Visitor Center, the Astoria Column and Ft Clatsop. Enjoy a Tillamook cheese plant, a culinary demonstration, Oregon Coast Aquarium, Sea Lion Caves and an oceanfront dune buggy ride at the National Dunes Recreation Area. Tour Portland and its renowned rose gardens. Marvel at the Columbia Gorge’s Bonneville Dam and Multnomah Falls as well as historic Timberline Lodge on Mt Hood. 9 meals.

AMERICAN MAJESTY

YELLOWSTONE EXPERIENCE

From Salt Lake City to Denver, take in some of America’s favorite national landmarks. Hear the Mormon Tabernacle Choir (choir schedule AUG 29–SEPT 6 • $3,485 permitting). Visit Grand Teton and Yellowstone parks (including Old Faithful & Mammoth Hot Springs), Devil’s Tower, Deadwood, Mt Rushmore (during the day and again in the evening for its inspiring lighting ceremony), Crazy Horse Monument, Custer State Park, Ft Laramie National Historic Site, Cody’s Buffalo Bill Historic Center and Cheyenne. Take a wildlife Jeep® safari through SD’s Black Hills. 15 meals. AIR INCLUDED.

Our first national park’s first explorers were called liars when they described its otherAUG 10-16 • $1,765 worldly geysers & bubbling mudpots and its free-ranging bison, elk, moose, bears & wolves. Begin at Salt Lake City and travel through scenic Idaho to Yellowstone. Enjoy Old Faithful & many other natural landmarks, as well as the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center. A Wildlife Safari includes a picnic dinner. Also enjoy Grand Teton National Park, the cowboy town of Jackson, a Jenny Lake cruise, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir (schedule permitting) and more! 12 meals.

NEW MEXICO BALLOON FIESTA

COLORADO TRAIN ADVENTURE

Explore Albuquerque, the Land of Enchantment’s largest city, then a 3-night stay in OCT 4-9 • $3,265 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. At the International Balloon Fiesta,® witness the mass ascension of hundreds of balloons. Explore Rte 66, Old Town Albuquerque, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Acoma Pueblo. See the Balloon Fiesta’s evening “Glowdeo” of illuminated balloons & fireworks afterward! 11 meals. AIR INCLUDED.

This Centennial State tour features rides on the Pike’s Peak Cog Railway, the Royal Gorge SEPT 12-19 • $2,145 Route RR, the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic RR and the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge RR. Tour the US Air Force Academy and marvel at the rock formations of the Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs. Ride the country’s steepest incline and walk on the world’s highest suspension bridge at Royal Gorge. Visit Great Sand Dunes and Mesa Verde national parks. See the monoliths of Colorado National Monument. Visit the CO Railroad Museum in Golden. 15 meals.

SAN FRANCISCO & NAPA WINE COUNTRY

GRAND CANYON & ARIZONA ADVENTURE

Here’s a tasty tour from scenic Carmel-bythe-Sea and the Monterey Peninsula to San JUNE 18-24 • $3,495 Francisco and Napa Valley. See landmarks of the City by the Bay — Twin Peaks, Golden Gate Park, Cliff House, the Presidio and Fisherman’s Wharf. Cross Golden Gate Bridge to visit Mediterranean-flavored Sausalito and the redwoods at Muir Woods; ferry back across San Francisco Bay. Tour & sip samples at 4 wineries (enjoy a chef-prepared picnic lunch at one!), blend your own Merlot and savor an elegant dinner aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train. 8 meals. AIR INCLUDED.

Fly to Phoenix and ride to Sedona’s beautiful Poco Diablo Resort. Explore scenic backcounSEPT 20-27 • $2,645 try on an exciting off-road Pink Jeep® tour. Visit the IMAX Theater at Williams, then ride the Grand Canyon Railway (first class) to the canyon’s South Rim. Spend 2 nights there in a national park lodge, then ride the vintage Verde Canyon Railroad. Explore Old Town Scottsdale, marvel at intriguing plants at the Desert Botanical Garden and Western art at the Heard Museum. Enjoy a memorable farewell steakhouse dinner — cowboy-style! 11 meals. AIR INCLUDED.

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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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Arenal Volcano • Monteverde Cloud Forest San Jose • Tamarindo Beach • Selvatura Park Cano Negro • Zarcero • Grecia • Doka Coffee Estate

INCLUDED AT NO EXTRA COST: Spa Treatment • Catamaran Sail Cooking Demo • School Visit River Canoe Excursion Oct 12-20 •

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SAVE $200 PER ROOM, DOUBLE OCCUPANCY, WITH DEPOSIT

AAA Rate: $2,754

Before-discount rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip flights (Pittsburgh–San Jose), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, hotel acATURE commodations, guided motorcoach sightseeing, entrance fees, 14 meals, in–Costa Rica tour director and air taxes & fees/surcharges. Visit AAA.com/ GoCostaRica for complete itinerary and more information. Additional airCA O line fee may apply; contact your travel agent for details. TI

An optional 3-night add-on to Tortuguero National Park is available. Visit AAA.com/GoCostaRica for itinerary details and rate.

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This 11-night vacation has everything you’ve always wanted in a trip to Italy. Enjoy multiple-night stays in Rome, Florence, Venice, the Amalfi Coast and Stresa in the Lakes District. Discover the treasures of Classical and Christian Rome. Walk in the footsteps of ancient Romans in Pompeii. See gems of the Renaissance in Florence’s Academy Gallery, including Michelangelo’s “David.” Visit Locarno, Switzerland, and cruise to Isola dei Pescatori, one of the Borromean Islands. A guided walking tour of Venice illustrates how this city gained its wealth and power. Enjoy the magic of the Italian Lakes District in the captivating resort of Stresa. Stop at a winery & farm in the heart of Tuscany to sample local wines and specialities for an included lunch. Sail to enchanting Capri and explore this island paradise.

Special inclusions: “Rome by Night” tour...Vatican museums & St Peter’s... a family-style Tuscan feast...and a serenaded gondola cruise in Venice! Experience Whisper headsets, designed for better communication between you and your guides throughout your tour. Enjoy regional wines with every dinner.

Oct 19-31 •

AAA Member Rate: $5,679

Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip flights (Pittsburgh-Rome, Milan-Pittsburgh), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, hotel accommodations, guided motorcoach sightseeing, entrance fees, 20 meals, in-Italy tour director and air & hotel taxes (subject to change). Visit AAA.com/Italy for itinerary and more information. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details.

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A TRAVEL CLASSIC

A Tour of 2 Cities

ALASKA BY LAND!

Sept 14-21

AAA Member Rate: $4,299

LONDON!

PARIS!

See the incredible, inspirational interior of the Last Frontier on this 9-night escorted tour — unforgettable experiences not on cruises!

Experience the history and charm of both of these capitals of culture in 1 fabulous tour. Enjoy 3 days discovering the pageantry of London, then ride the EUROSTAR HIGH-SPEED TRAIN beneath the English Channel to the City of Lights for 3 days of Parisian joie de vivre! London Highlights Paris Highlights TM

• Special welcome dinner with your fellow travelers • Panoramic city tour: See Trafalgar Square, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, “Big Ben,” the London Eye and more!

Special Inclusion

• Visit the British Monarchy’s stately, expansive Windsor Castle. Queen Elizabeth II uses the 1,000room castle as both a private home and as a Royal residence where formal duties of state are performed. Enjoy time for lunch in the village.

Traditional salmon bake & a sternwheeler river cruise in Fairbanks 4-hour adventure flying over the Arctic Circle, the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and the Yukon River 7-hour Tundra Wilderness Tour in Denali National Park, looking for grizzlies, moose & more...with an overnight in the park Meet a 4-time winner of the Iditarod Sled Dog Race and his canine crew Visits to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation & Begich Boggs Visitor centers 2-hour river float trip in Kenai Fjords National Park A ride on Girdwood’s Alyeska Tram — from sea level to 2,300 feet! Special welcome & farewell dinners with your fellow travelers

• Dinner at 58 Eiffel inside the Eiffel Tower • Seine River “City of Lights” nighttime cruise • City tour: See the Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame, Champs-Élysées, Place de la Concorde, Place Vendôme and more! • Dinner with wine & show at Paris’ oldest cabaret theater

Special Inclusion

• “An Evening in Paris”: Visit Montparnasse Tower for open-roof terrace views, then dine with wine & music at a traditional Latin Quarter restaurant.

July 8-17 •

Get swept away... by Ireland’s SOUTH

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, with a visit & drink at Guiness Storehouse or Old Jameson Distillery Blarney Castle’s “Stone of Eloquence” Blarney Woolen Mills Dingle Brewing Company Walking tour of Galway King John’s Castle Cliffs of Moher DINGLE

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Spellbinding scenery Rollicking entertainment Fascinating history Comprehensive sightseeing

AAA Member Rate: $5,675

Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes flights (PittsburghFairbanks, Anchorage-Pittsburgh), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, motorcoach sightseeing, accommodations (Fairbanks, Denali, Anchorage, Seward: 2 each, Girdwood: 1), 17 meals, luggage handling (1 bag/person), gratuities for included features (includes driver, escort), in-Alaska escort and AAA Tour Manager (if minimum-participation goal is met). Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details.

Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip flights (Pittsburgh-London, Paris-Pittsburgh), roundtrip airport/hotel and hotel/train transfers, Eurostar train, 6-night ATURE accommodations (London: 3, Paris: 3), 10 meals, sightseeing & admissions per itinerary, hotel baggage handling (1 per person), air taxes & fees/surcharges and services of an in-Europe tour escort. Visit AAA.com/travel for complete itinerary. Additional airline fees CA O for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details. Passport required. TI

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An entertaining music-themed journey to 3 of America’s most fascinating tune towns that features an Amtrak train ride from Memphis to New Orleans! Nashville — Music City USA

Stay at Gaylord Opryland Resort, visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and see a live performance at the Grand Ole Opry.

Memphis — Birthplace of Rock n Roll

Tour Sun Studios and visit the Staxx Museum, the Rock n Soul Museum and Elvis Presley’s Graceland estate.

New Orleans — Birthplace of American Jazz

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NEW ZEALAND

Cairns, catamaran ride

Melbourne, Opal Centre

Great Barrier Reef

Phillip Island Little Penguin colony

Winery tour & tasting

Glass-bottom boat ride

Christchurch

Overnight in Mt Cook National Park

Daintree Rainforest/

Tranz-Alpine Express train ride Franz Joseph Glacier Queenstown, gondola to dinner Milford Sound cruise “Middle Earth” touring

Herding/shearing demo

Mossman Gorge, meet Aboriginals Uluru/Ayers Rock, Champagne toast Alice Springs, Aboriginal drummers Dreamtime tour, bush dinner

Steamship cruise, farm life tour

Dine with a NZ Family Sydney & Opera House Koala Park & Opal Collection Sydney Harbour dinner cruise

Unique add-on options — including a camel ride, a jet boat ride and a night out in Sydney — are also available. Talk to your AAA Travel Agent for rates and availability.

Oct 15–Nov 4 •

AAA Member Rate: from $10,524

Before-discount rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes flights (Pittsburgh-Cairns, Sydney-Pittsburgh plus flights in Australia & New Zealand), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, hotel luggage handling (1 bag per person), taxes/gratuities/government fees for included features, 31 meals, professional guide in Australia & New Zealand and the services of a AAA Tour Manager (if minimum-participation goal is met). AAA Member Choice Vacations® door-to-door transfer ATURE service is unavailable on this departure. Visit AAA.com/GoAustralia for complete itinerary and important pre-travel information. Additional airCA O line fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details. TI

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The Isle of Shamrocks & Leprechauns Drive through Ayrshire and along the coast. From Cairnryan, ferry over to Northern Ireland to visit the Titanic Belfast attraction; learn about the famous liner that was born in the adjacent docks. State-of-the-art displays describe Belfast, its working conditions as well as other aspects of the ship. Drive on to Dublin and your ho-

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Castle dig into a memorable medieval-style feast where lords & ladies serenade you with song and harp. Venture on to Galway for a walking tour around its central core. Visit the monastic Clonmacnoise site, founded in 546AD by St Ciaran to see elaborate Celtic crosses, round towers and ruins of medieval churches. Return to Dublin for a final night of exploration and enjoyment of the city’s delights and a last taste of the Celtic temperament. Log on to AAA.com/Ireland, visit a AAA Travel location or call 1-800-354-8761.

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Before-discount rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes hotel accommodations, guided motorcoach sightseeing, entrance fees, 17 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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tel overlooking the bay. The evening is at leisure for independent dining. On your central Dublin tour, see fashionable shopping areas, view elegant Georgian squares and pause at the Famine Memorial’s evocative figures. Walk Trinity College’s grounds with a student guide and view the illuminated 8th-century Book of Kells; learn how monks created this and other masterpieces. Enjoy a canal dinner cruise with traditional music aboard a former Guinness barge. Traverse Ireland’s midlands, stopping for photos at the hilltop Rock of Cashel. Enjoy tea & scones at a farmhouse and watch skilled dogs herd sheep. At Blarney Castle, kiss the famous “Stone of Eloquence,” then stop at Blarney Woollen Mills for quality Irish-made goods. In Killarney, picturesquely set beside lakes and mountains, relax before din-

ner, then perhaps spend your evening exploring its many “singing pubs.” A relaxing horse-drawn “jaunting car” ride rewards you with views of Ross Castle on Lough Leane. Embark on the Ring of Kerry — a winding route featuring breathtaking vistas of mountains and coastlines. Cross a bridge to Valentia Island for the Skellig Experience, which describes the austere island-bound lives of early Christian monks. Stop in Sneem to admire its brightly painted houses, pause at Moll’s Gap for stunning views and return to vibrant central Killarney for a free evening. Ferry across River Shannon to reach the Cliffs of Moher, a spectacular wall of sandstone reaching 700 feet above the Atlantic. Check in to Bunratty Castle Hotel; if you wish, visit the nearby Folk Park, sip a drink in 200-year-old Durty Nelly’s Pub or shop at Bunratty Mills. At Bunratty

a lively and entrancing show of songs, stories and traditional dancing. Tour Edinburgh’s sights, driving along bustling Princes Street and through the wide and gracious streets of the 200-year-old Georgian New Town with a local guide. Stroll part of the Royal Mile, where compact medieval houses can reach 11 floors tall. Visit massive Edinburgh Castle, dominating the city and housing the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Scone; the balance of the day is free.

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Fall foliage highlight Canada and New England cruises Close to home sailings from Celebrity Cruises

he eastern seaboard’s endless coastline is dotted with quiet inlets and bays. Unspoiled natural beauty, and vibrant port cities provide a memorable introduction to a region unlike any other. And there’s no better time to visit than in autumn, when summer’s soothing mantle of green transforms into a fiery palette of crimson, orange and gold. Celebrity Summit’s 14-night Canada/ New England sailings from Cape Liberty (Bayonne) New Jersey, offer land-locked travelers the opportunity to set sail without air transportation. Just seven miles south of Manhattan, Cape Liberty offers unparalleled views of the Statue of Liberty, New York Harbor and the Manhattan skyline. Summit also sails with a new sense of style. The 2,158 passenger ship has been “Solsticized” with some of the hottest features from Celebrity’s newest Solstice-class ships. Ports of call include a new visit to Boston; Portland, and Bar Harbor, Maine; Halifax and Sydney, Nova Scotia; Charlottetown, P.E.I.; and a new overnight call in Québec City, Québec. From the weathered saltboxes, to the beached fishing boats at low tide, there’s nothing like the salty tang of New England. Boston is America’s walking city with street patterns reminiscent of 17th-century London. Landmarks include Copley Square, the Boston

OLD IRONSIDES — The USS Constitution with the Bunker Hill Monument in the background. Common and Beacon Hill. Passengers can follow the Freedom Trail to see the Old North Church, Paul Revere’s house, Bunker Hill and Old Ironsides. The cruise terminal is located less than two miles from the golden dome of historic Faneuil Hall. Portland’s 360-year-history is evident in the picturesque cobblestone streets lined with Victorian-era buildings. The Portland Head Light was constructed in

1787, and today is the most photographed lighthouse in North America. Bar Harbor is the gateway to the remarkable beauty of Acadia National Park. The rock-bound coast, soaring granite cliffs, majestic mountains have drawn visitors for over 200 years. Known as the “Gateway to the Canadian Atlantic,” Halifax is easy to explore on foot, with a beautiful deepwater harbor and formal Victorian gar-

dens. Visitors will inevitably be drawn to its historic waterfront lined with 19th century buildings known as the Historic Properties. The colonial seaport Sydney is an excellent starting point to explore the magnificent scenery of Cape Breton Island. The Cabot Trail runs along the Gulf of the St Lawrence and Atlantic coastlines and is among the most scenic drives in North America. Charlottetown is where the land and sea meld with a vibrant Acadian culture. Green Gables, Prince Edward Island’s best known attraction, is located in nearby Cavendish, where Lucy Maude Montgomery was inspired to create her beloved tale of a red-haired orphan. Québec City is perched astride a 350-foot cliff overlooking the majestic St. Lawrence River. The 400-year-old cradle of French civilization in North America, the style is quintessential New France — thick stonewalls, heavy wooden doors and shutters, and bright tin roofs. A granite and sandstone wall runs in medieval fashion, around the perimeter of the Old City.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Please see this issue’s Departures Guide or visit AAA.com/cruises for special values on Celebrity cruise vacations.

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AAA Four & Five Diamond Award winners for 2015 Western PA properties offer a high level of hospitality

our and Five Diamond Awards are the most coveted symbols of excellence for restaurants and lodging properties and AAA East Central’s Western Pennsylvania region is blessed with an abundance of precious gems. “Four and Five Diamond hotels and restaurants are committed to providing every guest with a personalized experience and attentive service in comfortable, high quality surroundings, said Jim Lehman, President, AAA East Central. “These establishments consistently exceed the expectations of the most discriminating traveler – the AAA inspector. We are proud to have them in our region.”

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort — Farmington, PA Nemacolin Woodlands Resort & Spa is the only Pennsylvania resort to garner four AAA Diamond Awards in 2015: AAA Five Diamond Awards for Falling Rock and Lautrec, and AAA Four Diamond Awards for Nemacolin Woodlands Resort and Aqueous.

The AAA Five Diamond Award is the most coveted designation in the hospitality industry and they are a very select group. In 2015, just 0.3 percent of the 28,000 lodgings and 30,000 restaurants received this prestigious designation. A 42-room luxury, boutique hotel, Falling Rock sits on the 18th green of Mystic Rock, a PGA-tour-tested golf course designed by Pete Dye. Designed on the architectural principles and style of Frank Lloyd Wright, amenities include an infinity pool with private cabanas, and a new Serenity Room upgrade package. This is Falling Rock’s 10th consecutive Five Diamond honor. Aqueous imparts the aspects that set Wright apart from his peers into a special dining experience. It moves the upscale steakhouse concept to an entirely new dimension thanks to its unusual in-house dry aging and on-site cutting program. The menu features American cuisine with a strong focus on local ingredients and there are table to ceiling views of the magnificent Laurel Highlands. The word “experience” is used frequently to describe Lautrec. The menu is a prix-fixe format where guests can create their own four-course menu, or dine from the nine course Chef’s Tasting menu. The Tasting Menu format, rich atmosphere and exceptional customer service lend itself to an evening of gastronomical entertainment rather than

an evening meal. Nemacolin Woodlands Resort now boasts 13 consecutive Four Diamond Awards. The 124-room Chateau Lafayette was inspired by the Ritz in Paris and remains a tribute to the grand hotels of Europe. The property also features the internationally acclaimed Woodlands Spa, two championship golf courses — the Pete Dye designed Mystic Rock and the traditional Links Course. The Adventure Center located in the newly built Sundial Lodge, is the hub of outdoor activity, adventure and recreation. The Wildlife Academy houses an animal nursery, petting zoo, and educational programs. Bears, bison, and a white tiger are just some of over 100 species that call Nemacolin home.

Fairmont Pittsburgh The Fairmont Pittsburgh Hotel joins this select group with its 6th Four Diamond Award. Located at the heart of Pittsburgh’s business and cultural district, Fairmont Pittsburgh is close to all of Pittsburgh’s top attractions and the ideal “home base.” With breathtaking views of PNC Park and the Pittsburgh skyline, seamless, cutting-edge technology is complemented by lavish amenities in every spacious guest room ensures that travelers can be fully connected and indulgently pampered. Work from local

artists is displayed throughout the property. Fairmont Pittsburgh has also received a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED™) certification at the Gold Level from the United States Green Building. Edie, the hotel’s Canine Ambassador will offer you a warm welcome and make you feel right at home.

Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel This iconic hotel is where stunning architectural meets modern amenities in the heart of Pittsburgh’s Cultural District. It is one of only three, AAA Four Diamond Award lodging properties in the city, adding a 14th AAA Four Diamond Award to its growing collection. Located at 107 Sixth Street, the opulent hotel is housed in the classic

1906 Fulton Building, conveniently positioned among five acclaimed theaters and centrally located near Heinz Field,

PNC Park, Consol Energy Arena and the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. The building’s signature — a sevenstory arched opening or “light well” — provides guest rooms with the remarkable view of Pittsburgh’s bustling North Shore and its celebrated bridges. Light spills in through the stunning glass dome ceiling into the lobby rotunda, meticulously restored to its original grandeur. Guestrooms feature a spacious work area, television with premium cable, and high-speed Internet.

Award. Located on a secluded 1,280acre estate in Bradford, PA, guests can relax in the spacious Dorn Suite in the all redwood Big House, constructed in 1929, or enjoy the privacy of one of the rustic cabins. Each one offers turndown service, complimentary bottled mineral water, tea, coffee and Glendorn’s signature cookie jars refilled daily. Glendorn features 41 wood burning fireplaces and each suite or cabin has at least one. Fly fishing is crucial to the experience and there are nearly three miles of privately managed trout stream. The Restaurant at Glendorn’s eclectic bill of fare is best described as neoglobal, mixing flavors from around the world. Daily menus are often as thought provoking as they are delicious.

Eleven — Pittsburgh Eleven is where downtown meets the Strip. Located at 1150 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh, Eleven has collected

Omni William Penn Pittsburgh’s premier historic luxury hotel has received the 2015 AAA Four Diamond Lodging rating for the third time in its distinguished history. Long considered the “Grande Dame” of Pittsburgh hotel properties, the Omni William Penn Hotel has played host to presidents, heads of state, movie stars and captains of industry since 1916. The opulence, striking beauty and charming presence of this historic landmark have only been enhanced by a recent multi-million dollar renovation. Today, the Omni William Penn

retains that heritage, while providing the latest in modern amenities and conveniences. The 596-guestrooms and suites feature lavish cherry wood furnishings, plush robes, flat screen TV, coffee maker, mini fridge and high-speed Internet access. A complimentary executive fitness center is open 24-hours a day. In true 1920s tradition, Pittsburgh’s only Speakeasy is tucked beneath the hotel lobby and has been restored to its former glory.

Glendorn — Bradford, PA Nestled in a serene valley in the Allegheny foothills, Glendorn has added its 20th AAA Four Diamond

the prestigious AAA Four Diamond designation for the 11th consecutive year. The kitchen is the center of Eleven’s high-energy urban atmosphere, where indigenous and seasonal ingredients are combined to create a fresh and truly original menu that includes entrees like Strozzapreti, or Elysian Fields Farm lamb. The Tavern Menu includes such culinary mashups as Roasted Shishito Peppers and the famous Eleven Burger. Eleven’s private dining rooms extend the restaurant’s inventive style and menu into an exclusive setting for meetings, special occasions, and private parties. Amenities include large plasma televisions with cable and DVD players and conference phone. Just 3.8 percent of the 58,000 AAA Diamond Rated lodging facilities and restaurants were awarded AAA Four Diamond designation for the past twelve months.

AWARD WINNING

Travelers can find Diamond Rated establishments and inspector insight in AAA trip planning products: the AAA Mobile® app for tablets and smartphones, the desktop and mobile versions of the TripTik® Travel Planner online mapping and routing tool, searchable Travel Guides on AAA.com and AAA TourBook® guides available to members at AAA offices.

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Your dreams come true in blue Hawaii Say Aloha to Hawaii with Pleasant Holidays

cattered like pearls around the North Pacific the Hawaiian Islands are gardens of earthly delights. Dense lowlands give way to rolling savanna and mist covered mountains studded with waterfalls. The hypnotic beat of the pahu drum still lingers in the evening air as ancient legends are retold in the seductive sway of the hula. The Hawaiian term is “Pali Uli” meaning a place of perfection — a state of mind that can’t be found on any map. And Pleasant Holidays makes Hawaii accessible to almost anyone. They’ve been customizing Hawaiian vacations with a broad range of value-added options since 1959. Whether you want to luxuriate in a spa, hike up a volcano, or sip a Mai Tai in a Tiki bar, your Hawaiian vacation will be everything you imagined. Pleasant Holidays offers a broad range of hotels and rental condominiums to fit every budget and taste, along with airline and car rental options that offer maximum comfort and convenience at the best possible price. They know which resorts cater to families, with the kinds of activities kids love, and those that offer a romantic Hawaiian getaway. You can also arrange some of Hawaii’s most popular activities and attractions before you leave. “Pleasant

THE GATHERING PLACE —Oahu is famous for the beaches of Waikiki and the extinct volcano at Diamond Head. Activities” range from luaus to helicopter and submarine tours. Take a circle island tour, visit a pineapple plantation, or eat poi — a traditional Hawaiian dish served luau-style. If your interest is surfing, point your board toward the North Shore. Each of the principal islands is unique. Oahu, the “Gathering Place” is home to Honolulu, Diamond Head and the legendary beaches of Waikiki. The rest of the island offers diversions like

the North Shore, Polynesian Cultural Center, the Pearl Harbor Memorial and scenic Hanauma Bay. Maui is known for its indescribable sunsets. The “Valley Isle” takes its name from the demigod Maui, who is said to have pulled the Hawaiian chain from the Pacific. Explore the rustic whaling village of Lahaina, or the twisting Hana Highway perched above a steep cliff overlooking the ocean. Dominated by the twin peaks of

Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, the Big Island of Hawaii is almost twice the size of all the other islands combined. Once the favored vacation spot of Hawaiian royalty, the windswept Kohala Coast is studded with spectacular white-andblack sand beaches wedged between a crunchy, black blanket of lava. Visitors can witness nature’s raw power first hand aboard a Circle of Fire Helicopter Tour. Molten red magma oozes out of Kilauea’s sizzling caldera amid a surreal moonscape of craters, cinder cones, and congealed lava flows. Kauai is the island Hollywood calls paradise. The Garden Isle’s lush tropical foliage has provided a scenic backdrop for films like Raiders of the Lost Ark and Jurassic Park. Visitors can explore the mystical Fern Grotto, or verdant Waimea Canyon, dubbed the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific.”

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AAA members also receive a $50 per booking activity voucher, valid for a variety of activities in Hawaii. (Some restrictions apply) FOR MORE INFORMATION

For sample vacation packages from Pleasant Holidays see your AAA Travel Agent or visit AAA.com/Hawaii.

From the inner city to the great outdoors Carmakers set their sights on subcompact SUVs

hen it comes to SUVs, car buyers are learning that good things really do come in small packages. Compact SUVs combine the cargo space, and all weather capability of a full size SUV, with the ease of handling, fuel efficiency and affordable price of a small sedan. Perhaps that’s why sales of compact SUVs have doubled over the past decade. Two years ago the subcompact SUV segment basically consisted of the Nissan Juke. Now carmakers are introducing a whole new class of subcompact SUVs that blend SUV versatility with small car agility and premium amenities. They offer a clear view of the road, easy of entry, and a driving position that inspires confidence. With curvaceous coupe-like styling and distinctive side contours, the segment busting Honda HR-V crossover made its North American debut at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show last November. The HR-V, which stands for Hi-rider Revolutionary Vehicle, features Honda’s exclusive Magic Seat, which allows for multiple seating configurations and a second row seat that folds completely flat for added cargo space. All-wheel-drive models incorporate Honda’s Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System for allweather traction and control.

SPORTS CUTE — The 2015 Honda HR-V crossover features a sleek exterior and surprising interior room. The Mazda CX-3, is the fifth model in Mazda’s line-up of next-generation vehicles incorporating their KodoSoul of Motion design language. Seven inches shorter than a Mazda3, CX-3’s stylish proportions make it one of the more attractive vehicles in its class. The Euro-influenced design has drawn comparisons with the Audi A3. Mazdas have a reputation for being fun to drive and the CX-3 is powered by a

155 hp, four-cylinder, 2.0-liter Skyactiv engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. An all-wheel-drive system borrowed from the larger CX-5 will be available as an option. The 2015 Chevy Trax lives up to its SUV heritage with a bold exterior and available all-wheel drive that shifts power to the rear wheels when additional grip is needed. The Trax, which has been available in Canada since

2013, is nearly two feet shorter than the compact Chevy Equinox, yet delivers three quarters of the cargo space — up to 48.4 cubic feet. The front passenger seat folds flat, allowing it to handle objects up to eight feet long. The 2015 Jeep Renegade offers authentic Jeep styling and off road capability in an all-new urban-friendly package. Iconic Jeep design elements include a seven-slot grille and vintage military gas can detailing on the taillights. An available MySky roof-panel system features removable fiberglass panels that stow neatly away in the rear cargo area for expansive open-air views. Buyers will have a choice of two 4x4 driveline systems, two 4-cylinder engines, and an available, nine-speed automatic transmission that helps the smallest Jeep achieve more than 30 miles per gallon on the highway. AAA AUTO BUYING PROGRAM

In the market for a vehicle? The AAA Auto Buying program provides unbiased new and used car pricing information free of charge to AAA members through AAA’s preferred supplier TrueCar. To save money and get the upfront price on your next new car, visit the AAA Auto Buying Program at AAA.com/AutoBuying. Mobile users can download the AAA Auto Buying Tools App at AAA.com/Mobile.

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Let the sunshine in on the California coast Take the Golden Gate to the Golden State

aylight-saving time begins on March 8th this year and there’s no better place to take advantage of those extra rays than in sunny California. Hang out with the stars in the City of Angels, stroll Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco, or linger over a fine merlot in the scenic Napa Valley. San Francisco is known for its hills, all 42 of them ranging from 200 to 938 feet. Steve McQueen famously drove a Mustang GT over most of them in “Bullitt” now considered the Citizen Kane of car chase films. Aside from being difficult to drive, or climb the hills offer some extraordinary views. Postcard Row is famous for its Painted Ladies and may be the most-photographed residential street in America. The view from Alamo Square Park frames these turn-of-the-century Victorian beauties against a backdrop of modern skyscrapers. Other memorable vantage points include Twin Peaks, Nob Hill and the Marin Headlands for spectacular views the Golden Gate Bridge. The bridge spans a mile-wide gap between the bay and the ocean, separating Marin County from the city. Sausalito, a picturesque community overlooking the bay, is often compared to the French Riviera. A winding drive through the Marin Headlands leads to Muir Woods National Monument, about 12 miles

NO SOUR GRAPES — Napa Valley has over 200 boutique wineries. north of the city. Named after naturalist John Muir, the 560-acre park is home to one of the last remaining stands of oldgrowth coastal redwood forest. No trip to San Francisco is complete without a stroll along Fisherman’s Wharf. Remnants of the old fishing industry mingle with shopping, dining and some outlandish attractions. From the Wharf you can catch a boat tour over to Alcatraz Island to visit the Rock.

Once the most feared penitentiary in America, people now stand in line to get in. The terraced hillsides of California’s famed wine region are about an hour’s drive from San Francisco’s Bay Bridge. Any winemaker worth his toasty oak will tell you the prerequisites for great grapes are the elements of terroir — topography, sun, soil, and temperature — that in the Napa Valley align in a rare

and magical way. The region is defined by two rows of mountains that form a funnel ushering in fog and breezes from the nearby Pacific Ocean. There are over 200 vintners to explore up and down this gorgeous, sundrenched valley producing Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot and Zinfandel. Knowing about wine is one thing, but the real joy is getting out there — seeing the countryside and experiencing the wines in their natural surroundings. Napa Valley towns like St. Helena and Yountville are the quintessential destinations for dining and wine tasting, while Calistoga is famed for its mineral waters and baths. The Napa Valley Wine Train operates between Napa and St. Helena. Passengers ride in elegantly appointed historic railcars on a 3-hour, 37-mile round-trip that passes many of the region’s most scenic vineyards. IF YOU GO

Explore San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito, the Napa Valley and more on AAA Travel’s June 18-24 San Francisco and Napa Wine Country tour. Highlights include Fisherman’s Wharf, Alcatraz, Carmel-by-the-Sea, the Monterey Peninsula, the famed 17-Mile Drive, and the Napa Valley Wine Train Visit AAA.com/travel for a complete itinerary, trip details and information.

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Tesla Model S is a computing muscle car More like an iPad than a traditional automobile

veryone knows that Tesla Motors doesn’t do things the same way as other automakers. However, the company’s unique approach to carmaking runs far deeper than the Model S’s electric drivetrain, battery packs and futuristic body. The company’s unconventional approach extends all the way down to the electronics behind the car’s infotainment and instrumentation systems. According to the Teardown Analysis Service at IHS Technology, dissecting the Model S reveals that user-oriented subsystems have more in common with a tablet or smartphone than they do with a conventional automobile. “The use of large displays in the cabin, the touch-screen-based controls, the mobile microchips—everything in this design makes the Tesla experience more like a media tablet or high-end smartphone than a traditional automobile,” said Andrew Rassweiler, senior director for materials and cost benchmarking at IHS. “It’s like looking at the components from the latest mobile device from an Apple iPad or Samsung Galaxy product.” The analysis has generated a list of one of a kind features and attributes, including: • A huge 17-inch display and touch screen, which is much larger than the average infotainment interface;

ON THE BIG SCREEN — The Tesla Model S features 17-inch display and touch screen. The use of an NVIDIA Corp. Tegra 3, 1.4-gigahertz quad-core processor, providing computing power in the same league with recent smartphone and tablet designs; • The most complex automotive head unit design ever seen by the IHS Teardown Analysis Service, with more than 5,000 discrete components—1,000 more than the highest-

end infotainment unit previously analyzed. “The mobile device-like approach to the Model S’s user interface represents a very deliberate choice by Tesla,” Rassweiler said. “The company really wanted to do things differently and employed virtual controls—rather than physical knobs and buttons—to take over the user experience. This approach

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD — (March 13-14, 19, 21-22, 25-29) Set in Alabama during the Great Depression, this iconic story follows the journey of Jem and Scout Finch, whose father has been appointed to defend Tom Robinson, a black man framed for a crime he didn’t commit. As the trial progresses, Jem and Scout witness their community in a tense tug of war between justice and racism. This timeless classic compels us to take an honest look at our nation’s past and our moral responsibility to each other. For tickets and information, call (814) 454-2852 or visit erieplayhouse.org. Location: Erie Playhouse, 13 West 10th Street, Erie. MAPLE TASTE AND TOUR — (March 14-15) Local sugarhouses open their doors to the public on Taste and Tour Weekend. Visit with your local maple syrup producers and see how it’s done. See first-hand the process of tapping the maple tree, collecting sap and boiling it down to make delicious syrup. Many maple sugar makers produce additional confections from their syrup. Most have free samples available, as well as products for sale. For information and locations, call (814) 796-3699 or visit pamaple.org.

GORDON LIGHTFOOT — (March 21) The legendary singer-songwriter and Grammy award-winning musician is bringing his crosscountry USA tour to Erie. “Gordon Lightfoot - 50 Years on The Carefree Highway” features hits likes “Early Morning Rain,” “If You Could Read My Mind,” “Carefree Highway,” “Sundown,” “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald,” plus some deep album cuts. All of which are woven together with some of Lightfoot’s own behind the scenes stories and personal anecdotes about his 50-year musical career. Tickets are $39-$59. For tickets and information, call (814) 452-4857 or visit erieevents.com. Location: Warner Theatre, 811 State Street, Erie. PETER COTTONTAIL AT OC & T RAILROAD — (March 28) Enjoy the first ride of the 2015 season through Oil Creek State Park and join Peter Cottontail as he hops through springtime in the valley. Peter Cottontail will give each child a small gift. Bring your camera! Reservations are appreciated to accommodate all passengers. For more information, call (814) 6761733 or visit octrr.org. Location: OC & T Railroad, 409 S. Perry Street, Titusville.

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required a major investment in big displays and touch panels, similar to the approach Apple took when designing the iPhone and iPad.” The Model S display is some 10 inches larger than the typical screen sizes seen in many automotive head units. The resolution of the display is 1,920 by 1,200, well exceeding the norm for automobiles. Tesla, which refers to its Model S as an app on four wheels, is even taking the software a step further. The company provides periodic remote software updates, and owners are notified on the 17-inch touch screen. They can be installed immediately, or scheduled for a later time. Tesla uses virtual instrument clusters that replace the traditional array of dials with a liquid-crystal display (LCD), giving automotive designers more options. While still uncommon, the Model S is not the only car with this feature. Tesla’s is centered on a large 12.3-inch diagonal LCD display from one of the same suppliers as Apple’s iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.

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aroundtown CELTIC WOMAN — (March 12) Celtic Woman is bringing Ireland to Erie. Performing a treasure chest of traditional Irish standards, Celtic Woman is just the ticket to put you in the St. Patrick’s Day mood. Their performance will also include classical favorites and contemporary pop songs, in the group’s distinctive signature style. This 10th Anniversary Tour features four gifted Irish women — three angelic vocalists and a dazzling Celtic violinist — with a full band, plus the Anotas Choir, bagpipers, and Irish dancers. Tickets are $103, $73.25, $42.25. For tickets and information, call (814) 452-4857 or visit erieevents. com. Location: Warner Theatre, 811 State Street, Erie. NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION WALKS — (March 5, 12, 19, 26) Meet at the Ranger’s Station on Presque Isle Park to be directed to the walks’ starting point. Walks are approximately three miles in length over wooded, sandy, and paved trails. Naturalists will discuss park updates, history, and nature tidbits. Free, no registration required. 6: 30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For information, call (814) 7337424 or visit trecpi.org. Location: Tom Ridge Environmental Center, 301 Peninsula Drive, Erie.

COOK FOREST HALF-MARATHON AND 5K — (March 28) Half-marathon over flat to very gently rolling entirely on River Road along the beautiful Clarion River. Course is out and back on traffic controlled road. The 5K is also out and back on the same road. 11:00 a.m. For information and registration, visit cookforest.com/marathon. Location: Cook Forest State Park, Cooksburg. GUYS AND DOLLS — (March 29) Set in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City, this oddball romance soars with the spirit of Broadway as it introduces us to a cast of vivid characters: Sarah Brown, the upright but uptight “mission doll,” out to reform the evildoers of Times Square; Sky Masterson, the slick, high-rolling gambler who woos her on a bet and ends up falling in love; Adelaide, the chronically ill nightclub performer whose condition is brought on by the fact she’s been engaged to the same man for 14 years; and Nathan Detroit, her devoted fiance, desperate to find a spot for his infamous floating craps game. Tickets are $35, $5 and $55. For tickets and information, call (814) 452-4857 or visit erieevents. com. Location: Warner Theatre, 811 State Street, Erie.

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