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An invaluable information source, CARFAX is now available to AAA members at a special discount via AAA.com. Using the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) found on a car’s dashboard and title documents, CARFAX Vehicle History Reports may detect hidden problems in a vehicle’s past that may adversely affect the safety, performance and resale value of a used vehicle. To receive the discount, AAA members should go to AAA.com/CARFAX, enter a VIN and obtain the history of any used car. This discount is only offered through AAA. The CARFAX database contains more than 14 billion vehicle records on cars and light trucks dating back to 1981. The data is collected from numerous independent sources including motor vehicle departments throughout the United States and Canada, emissions inspection stations and auto auctions. A detailed history report can be generated on virtually any registered used vehicle in seconds.

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Visit AAA Travel in person in July for best service & price advantage echnology’s great, but.... When it comes to planning and arranging your hard-earned vacation, nothing beats a living, breathing human travel expert. Someone who understands your travel needs, answers all of your questions, helps you feel confident about your travel purchase decisions, knows how to secure the best value for your precious vacation dollars and will be there if an issue arises — even while you’re away. AAA Travel Agents attentively listen and assist, diligently answer and solve, thoroughly research and arrange. They deliver their best and most personal service in person, face to face; and to prove it, AAA Travel invites you to visit your nearby AAA Travel office in person in July to book your next vacation getaway. In appreciation of your in-person visit and patronage, between July 1 and 30 we’ll take $100.00 off prepaid tour or cruise vacation packages of 7 nights or longer that you book in a branch office; this exclusive in-person offer is not valid for online or telephone sales! Some may argue that the internet is the absolute answer to everything. But the reality is sometimes the internet is too much of everything. Googling and scanning so many web sites can be overwhelming — too many options, too much information, too many decisions to make without much assistance if you need it — and it definitely takes way too much time to sift through it all. Meeting in person with a AAA travel agent gives you back what you value most — your precious time. He or she can do most or all of the necessary legwork for you. Ask yourself: Do you want to spend more time planning your vacation than enjoying it? AAA agents pride themselves on being more

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than salespeople; they invest themselves wholeheartedly in providing personal service before, during and after your trip — from the initial quote to deposit to final payment to documentation — and even after you return home. They truly want to know how much you enjoyed your travel experience. And they make themselves accessible to you, whenever the office is open. They get to know you, they listen to you and they want to exceed your expectations. Agents aim to establish a personal connection with you right from the first meeting, by inquiring about your personal travel style, interests, budget, expectations, etc. Armed with this customized information, they can help you make educated decisions in the planning of your trip. That kind of tailored assistance and connection is sorely lacking on the internet. AAA travel agents can take care of all the details for every arrangement aspect of your trip — flights, seat assignments, transfers, hotels, cruises, tours, car rentals, rail reservations, passport photos. They can do online check-ins and arrange optional items such as day trips, on-shore excursions, transfers, park admissions, etc, and special requests. They can also provide valuable “insider” tips — when to travel for the best values, how to prepare for security lines, airline bag sizes/weights, packing tips, airport parking discounts (if available), etc. continued on page 17

AAA’s Fuel Gauge website has been upgraded with innovative new functionality and renamed AAA Gas Prices. Accessible at www.GasPrices.AAA.com, the enhanced site features: • An updated interface for improved usability on desktop, mobile and tablet devices. • An interactive U.S. map showcasing the current national average price and state averages via mouse-over, along with click-through access to individual state pages offering metro data. • Interactive state/national average comparisons by location and fuel type. • Metro data sortable by highest and lowest current averages. • Enhanced gas-cost calculator featuring additional destination options, milesper-gallon filter for unlisted specialty vehicles and location comparisons to help users achieve fuel savings. • A Top Trends page that enables users to filter averages by timeframe, region, most/least expensive or price change.

AAA News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Learn about the latest AAA specials and get the most value from your membership when you sign up for the monthly AAA e-Update newsletter. Each newsletter includes information about your AAA member benefits, along with savings offers, automotive tips, travel ideas and more. After your first newsletter, you decide which additional e newsletters you’d like to receive. Interested in learning about Travel specials? Get the Travel e-News, with exclusive getaway packages and offers. Or get the Insurance Insight, with information to help you protect your valued possessions. There’s no cost to you, and you can discontinue your AAA e-newsletter subscription at any time. Visit AAA.com/enews to sign up today.

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Learn how Alaskans really live on AAA Travel’s Ultimate Alaska Winter Wonderland Tour, Feb. 23- March 6, 2017. Iconic winter experiences include dog sledding, the Northern Lights, Alyeska Tram Ride, and the famed Iditarod. Or savor the solitude and splendor of a vast winter wilderness aboard AAA Travel’s Jan. 21-26 Yellowstone in Winter escorted tour. Wildlife viewing is at its peak and highlights include a luxury snowcoach excursion to see Old Faithful and Firehole Falls. SEE PAGE 9.

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Pack AAA savings into your summer vacation

Exclusive discounts on hotels, theme parks, car rentals and more

rom the Statue of Liberty to the Golden Gate Bridge, the country is bursting with fun, familyfriendly vacation destinations. Making memories that last a lifetime can be expensive, so before you pack your bags, it’s important for you to plan ahead, set a budget, build some fun into your travel time and prepare the car. Decide early in your vacation planning which items are splurge-worthy and where you can save some money. AAA membership provides extensive discounts to make a summer getaway more affordable.

Lodging Discounts AAA members who stay at AAA preferred hotels receive discounts ranging from five to 15 percent off the best available rate and the comfort of a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee. Preferred hotels include Best Western, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, the Hilton Family including Hampton; Marriott

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AAA Discounts & Rewards Stock up on the latest outdoor gear, from REI, Gander Mountain, Dunham’s Sports, Cabela’s Bass Pro Shops and more at AAA Discounts & Rewards on AAA.com. This innovative shopping experience features deep discounts, limited-time offers and everyday savings at over 30,000 online retailers. Plus, you’ll earn WOWPoints — AAA’s online reward points — on every purchase. For more information on AAA Discounts & Rewards, visit AAA.com/Discounts.

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SAVE MORE THIS SUMMER — AAA membership makes summer getaways more affordable. brands including Renaissance; and Starwood Hotels & Resorts including Sheraton and Westin. AAA categorizes its 31,000 AAA Approved hotels on a scale of One to Five Diamonds to help travelers identify properties that meet their needs and budget.

Travel Discounts AAA’s round-the-clock online vacation center AAA.com, is where you’ll find everything needed to research,

plan, reserve and book an air, land or sea vacation — whether it’s a weekend getaway, a romantic cruise or the trip of a lifetime. Save on an ever-changing selection of limited time hotel, flight and flight & hotel specials. Simply enter your origin and destination to see what’s currently on sale. Whether heading home for a summer holiday or to another great vacation destination, AAA members are eligible for exclusive savings on train travel. Members receive 10 percent off Amtrak passenger rail fares with three-day advance booking by visiting AAA.com/Amtrak.

Car Rental Discounts Hertz, AAA’s exclusive car rental partner, offers members a wide variety of money-saving discounts and exclusive offers using a Hertz/AAA CDP Number (your club code is 215).

Attraction Tickets AAA offers discounted admission tickets to dozens of the most popular theme parks and attractions for a summer getaway. Choose from world-class destinations like Walt Disney World Resort, Busch Gardens and Universal Studios Orlando; theme parks like Cedar Point, Sesame Place, Discovery Cove, Legoland, Hersheypark, Kings Island, Dollywood; and Colonial Williamsburg, zoos, sporting events and more. Visit AAA.com/tickets for the complete listing of attractions offering a AAA discount. Click on the destinations that interest you for complete information on how much you’ll save and how to order. NEVER BEEN EASIER TO SAVE

Your AAA card isn’t just for roadside assistance. With over 100,000 places to save, it could help pay for the cost of your membership. Visit your local AAA Office or AAA.com to learn about discounts available to AAA members on hotels, car rentals and attraction tickets and more.

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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 AVON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/695-1795 35676 Detroit Rd. 44011 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 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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Hot summer weather is no vacation for your car 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 Glenn B. Bachman, 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, Gregory E. Grim, Richard S. Hamilton, James H. Kanicki, Mary Lynn Laughlin, William Duff McCrady, James M. McDonnell, Thomas V. McKernan Jr., Martha Hartle Munsch, Gary K. Munsie**, Terrence L. Walton** EAST CENTRAL REGION BOARD OF DIRECTORS Neil D. Bassi, Chairman, Robert S. Collins, Vice Chairman, Christian Asam, Jack A. Barkley, William E. Bierer**, Ellsworth T. Bowser**, Peter Burton, Michael A. Cochran, Daniel J. Collins Jr.**, Robert S. Collins, Robert H. Compton, Debra A. Dinnocenzo, James J. Dodaro, 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 Audrey T. Cole, Chairman, Keith C. Boales, Vice Chairman, Thomas G. Brick**, Steve D. Bullock**, Edward C. Coaxum, Jr., Gary S. Cowling**, Jon E. Denney**, Richard S. Hamilton, John B. Hexter, Joseph K. Juster , James H. Kanicki, Mary Lynn Laughlin, John D. Leech**, Peter C. Ohlheiser, Sara E. Stashower **emeritus directors ALLIANCE REGIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS Glenn L. Akins, Keith Brown, Roy Clunk, Mark Henschen, Gregory King, Terence Taylor, Patricia Walker, 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 ©2016 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 helps give your car the attention it deserves By Richard Hamilton Chairman, AAA East Central he dog days of summer are upon us and high temperatures can take their toll on people, pets and even cars. Extreme heat can push a vehicle past its limits, and drivers can find themselves stranded at the roadside. One way to minimize the hassle and inconvenience of a breakdown is to prepare for hot summer months. Check all fluids. Automobile engines work extra hard in the summer, and just like people fluids are critical for vehicles when things start to heat up. Check your owner’s guide for the proper procedures to verify the following: • Engine oil, including scheduling an oil change if it’s time • Coolant level • Automatic transmission fluid • Brake fluid • Power steering fluid • Windshield washer fluid Check your battery. Few people realize that summer heat is harder on your battery than winter’s cold. Heat causes battery fluid to evaporate, damaging the delicate internal structure. Hot weather also accelerates the rate of corrosion on the battery terminals and both conditions can leave you stranded without warning. Test batteries if they are three years old or older. Make sure the connection is clean, tight and corrosion-free. Tires are your safety cushion. Driving on under-inflated tires not only affects the handling and braking of a vehicle,

Richard Hamilton it can cause the tires to overheat and increase the likelihood of a blowout. The risk becomes even greater when road temperatures are high. Examine the tread for excessive or uneven wear and deep gouges, and check sidewalls for bulging or cracking. Check and adjust tire pressures using the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations, not the maximum pressure listed on the tire sidewall. Don’t forget to check the condition and inflation pressure of the spare tire. Check the hoses and belts. Inspect hoses and have them replaced when leaking, brittle, cracked, or swollen. Check V-belts and serpentine belts for looseness and condition, and have them

replaced when cracked, glazed or showing signs of excessive wear. Replacing the timing belt at the interval specified in the owner’s manual can avoid a breakdown or serious engine damage. Visibility is key. Most people recognize that good visibility is essential to safe driving but half of all windshield wiper blades on the road are beyond their functional lifespan. Check wiper operation and blade condition, replacing any blades that leave streaks behind, after two or three passes. With a helper, check operation of the brake lights (including the center high-mount brake light), back up lights, headlights (high and low beams), all directional signals and taillights. One final note: If you’re bringing children or a pet along for the ride, never leave them unattended in the vehicle. Even seemingly mild temperatures can rapidly create a lethal environment inside a car — even with the windows cracked open.

AAA Battery Service AAA Battery Service offers fast, accurate and convenient mobile battery testing and replacement. State-of-the art diagnostic equipment will confirm whether your battery will hold a charge and if a new battery is needed, you can purchase one and have it installed on the spot. AAA Battery Service is available from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. 7-days a week. To verify AAA Battery Service availability in your area, call our tollfree number:1-800-222-4357.

membersonly AAA Mobile® app adds some exciting new features Your favorite AAA services in the palm of your hand

AA Mobile® is beautifully responsive and optimized to look and work great on your iOS or Android device. Use it to access Roadside Assistance, AAA trip-planning tools with interactive maps and turn-by-turn directions and more. Book hotel rooms, rental cars, and flights on the go, all from one integrated app. Your digital AAA membership card and proof of AAA insurance are just a few taps away. Recent updates to the iOS and Android versions include a new digital membership card design that incorporates the membership number, a barcode that can be read by smartphone scanners and access to a digital version of the AAA Prescription Savings card. Other new and updated features include: Live Parking — Just arrived somewhere but aren’t sure where to park? Live Parking shows you available lots and what they cost so you can make an informed choice. Here to There — Provides real-time, at-a-glance visuals of traffic conditions

and travel time for your frequent destinations, such as home, work, and school. We’re here to help you plan your drive before you start your trip. Parking Buddy — Ever lost track of your car in a parking lot? With Parking Buddy, remember where you’re parked with the drop of a GPS pin. You can also set a timed reminder for parking meters and other time-limited spaces. AAA App Now on Apple Watch — Apple Watch owners can quickly and easily find the nearest gas station or the cheapest fuel with the AAA app. The app updates prices seven times a day and provides turn-by-turn navigation to the nearest or cheapest station through Apple Maps. Travel Tools — Book hotel rooms, rental cars, and flights on the go, all from one place. Plus, the app’s TripTik® Travel Planner provides interactive maps, turn-by-turn navigation, and guides to points of interests, campgrounds, and more. Find the Cheapest Gas — Save time and money with the Cheapest Gas feature. Gas station details include

updated prices for all available grades of gasoline, and you can sort stations alphabetically or by distance. Maps and Discounts — AAA’s TripTik® Travel Planner provides turnby-turn directions to everyday destinations, points of interests, attractions, AAA offices, campgrounds, and more. Use the app to discover more than 100,000 discount locations for shopping, dining, and hotel accommodations. AAA Mobile delivers the total mobile member experience. Text APP10 to 99000 and you’ll receive a link to download the free AAA Mobile® app, or visit the AAA Mobile Solutions page at AAA.com/Mobile.

Correction The Members Only column in the June 2016 edition incorrectly stated that “The following policies apply to the membership benefit” prior to a listing of services that are in fact, excluded. The correct wording should have been: “The following policies do not apply to the membership benefit.”

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Teen Driver 101 — What parents and teens need to know Answers to common questions about car insurance By Robin Jones s if having a new teen driver in the family isn’t concerning enough—now you have to navigate insurance needs. Don’t fret: We’ve got some answers. When should I consider coverage for my teen driver? Just like licensing laws, rules about when to add a teen driver to your policy differ by state and insurer. Some require new drivers to be added once they receive their permit, while others wait until a driver’s license is issued. To be safe, you should contact your insurer to find out the requirements before your teen gets his or her permit. Does my teen need his own policy, or should I just put him on mine? Most parents simply add their teen driver to their auto insurance policy. By doing this, they can take advantage of various discounts (e.g., multi-policy or multivehicle) and also ensure appropriate coverage levels until the child reaches adulthood and leaves the household. I know that my premium will go up when I add my teen to my auto policy. What can I do to reduce the higher premium? First, talk to your agent about any discounts, such as a good student discount for teens that carry a qualifying GPA or a discount for teens that complete certain driver-safety courses. Second, to keep your premium low, consider a higher deductible on your teen’s vehicle—at least until your teen has been driving for a while. If your

What should I consider when my child goes away to college? Some insurers offer a discount when your child is a certain distance away at college (e.g., 100 miles or more) without a vehicle. To save money on their premium, some parents choose to exclude their collegeage children from their auto policy. Beware: This practice could backfire. Lapses in coverage are more likely to occur when parents exclude their child, then add him or her back on multiple times during a policy term. So, for example, if your child comes home for a break or a surprise visit and you forget to remove the exclusion or don’t remove it in time, your policy provides no coverage if he or she operates a vehicle and gets into an accident. In addition, if your excluded child borrows a friend’s car that is uninsured or underinsured, both of you could be liable if he or she is involved in a crash.

TAKING THE WHEEL — Your premium will be lower if your teen is not listed as the primary driver. teen maintains a good record over time, your premium should decrease, and you can lower your deductible at that point. Be aware that by raising your deductible, your out-of-pocket payment will be greater in the event of a claim. Also, don’t buy a car for your teen right away. Sure, you may have to make some adjustments to share your car

with your teen, but the premium will be lower if your teen is not listed as the primary driver on the insurance policy. Finally, be an involved parent. Download a parent-teen agreement from AAA.com/teens and review it with your child to encourage responsible driving. While it won’t lower your premium, it could help prevent a ticket or a crash that could increase your rates.

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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. AAA – your trusted insurance advisor.

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Is your child’s identity vulnerable to theft? ChildSecure™ helps monitor your children’s identity

child’s life is carefree; the last thing on their mind should be credit. In fact, a child shouldn’t have any credit activity at all until the time comes to apply for a college loan. That said, the incidence of child identity theft is rising quickly. The Identity Theft Resource Center reports it almost tripled in 2014. As a responsible parent, you want to keep your kids out of harm’s way, and in these complex times that’s come to mean more than keeping them physically safe. It’s hard to imagine children as victims of identity theft or fraud, but most perpetrators consider children easy targets because of their clean credit histories. Criminals open fraudulent accounts that go unnoticed for years until young adults discover it when applying for their first lines of credit. Richard Power of Carnegie Mellon CyLab recently published a report on child identity theft based on identity protection scans of over 40,000 U.S. children. He found that an alarming 10.2 percent of the children studied had impersonators using their Social Security numbers. In comparison, among adults in the same population, the figure is 0.2 percent. Here are some steps to take, and things to keep in mind, to protect your child from identity theft: Limit the availability of your child’s Social Security number. Be mindful of

by a relative (36 percent), family friend (35 percent), neighbor (9 percent) or ex-spouse (9 percent). Know how and when to check your child’s credit report. If you believe your child has been the victim of ID theft, you can obtain a credit report, but only do so if your child’s identity has been compromised. Contact the three credit reporting agencies – Experian, TransUnion and Equifax — to check if a credit report exists in your child’s Social Security number. If no report exists, that’s probably a good sign.

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

YOUNGEST VICTIMS — Children are easy targets for identity theft.

Parents who are AAA members can enroll in the ProtectMyID® Deluxe identity theft monitoring program and enroll their children, too. The program is a benefit for members and just $8.95 a month — a 56 percent savings for AAA members and associates. The ChildSecure™ feature of ProtectMyID® Deluxe helps detect theft of your children’s identities by searching for an Experian credit report, monitoring the report, and alerting you if someone applies for credit or opens credit accounts using your children’s information.

home office filing cabinet, move them now to a home safe or safe deposit box. Keep an eye out for warning signs. If your child starts to receive credit card offers or notices of account defaults, your child’s identity has likely been compromised. Other warning signs might include denial of a government assistance program for your child or family because someone associated with your child’s Social Security number is already getting benefits. You’d think that strangers are the most likely perpetrators but it’s far more common for children to be victimized

those who ask for your child’s Social Security number. You could be asked for his or her Social Security number when signing up for soccer or applying for a library card. Ask how they plan to use it, what steps they will take to protect it, and if there is any other form of identification that would be acceptable. Keep your child’s documents secure. Securing your child’s birth certificate and Social Security card is vital to keeping the identity of your children safe. These documents need to be accessed very infrequently. If you keep their Social Security cards in your wallet or a

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Before hitting the road this summer, consider renting a car A challenge for the overworked and undertravelled

iven the demands of work, family and social obligations, finding time to enjoy the open road and local attractions can be difficult. Taking time for yourself and enjoying something new not only helps you to feel more at ease, it also improves your productivity, physical and mental well-being. Before you embark on your summer drive trip, consider renting a vehicle. Avoid adding high vacation miles to your personal or leased vehicle by letting Hertz get you where you want to go. Rent from your local neighborhood Hertz office and enjoy all the benefits Hertz offers AAA Members, including a free child safety seat and a free additional qualified driver. Hertz also offers environmentally friendly vehicles in its Green Collection to help you save fuel and the environment. Hertz offers AAA Members a wide variety of car classes to choose from and has great rates on daily, weekend, weekly and monthly rentals both at home and abroad. Now through September 30, AAA Members will save $5 per day up to $30 on weekend and weekly rentals.

a car…skip the rental counter at 40 of the world’s busiest airports and at 1,000 worldwide locations, simply show your driver’s license, pick up the keys and go!

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AAA Classic & AAA Plus Members get 675 Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Bonus points after the first Gold rental — that’s enough for One Free Rental Day! Join at AAA.com/HertzGold. You can join at hertz.com but be sure to include your Hertz AAA Discount Code (CDP#215). AAA Premier Members get 1,100 Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Bonus points, after the first Gold rental — enough for Two Free Weekend Rental Days! Join only at AAA.com/HertzPremier.

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Save $5/day up to $30 on weekend/weekly rentals on most car classes (excluding Dream Cars). Reference Promotion Code #108566 when making the reservation. Valid for vehicle pickup through 9/30/16. Save $50 on Monthly Rentals (minimum 28 days) of most car classes. Include Promotion Code #307204 when making the reservation. Valid for vehicle pick up through 12/31/16. Book today at AAA.com/hertz or by calling the AAA dedicated number, 1-800-654-3080.

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Christmas markets add magic to the holiday season Wrap up the holidays in style in Germany’s historic cities

he holiday season in Bavaria is a magical time of year. From late November through December, Christmas markets overflow with the sound of music and the aroma of mulled wine, German sausages, gingerbread, and Stollen, the traditional fruitcake. Travelers will find nativity scenes, fancifully decorated Christmas trees, choirs singing yuletide carols and local craftsmen displaying their wares. This centuries-old tradition signals the beginning of Advent and most traditional German handicrafts can be found here — from nutcrackers, carved wooden figurines, and straw stars — to candles, ceramics, cookie tins, glass balls, toys, and tin tree ornaments. Munich’s Christmas market dates back to the 14th century. Located on the Marienplatz in the Old City center, the market surrounds an enormous Christmas tree. Baked apples, roasted almonds, and other Bavarian delicacies are standard fare, as well as Glühwein, the mulled hot spice wine that is a staple at markets throughout Germany. Just behind city hall with its world famous Glockenspiel, artisans sell wooden figurines of wise men, oxen, donkeys, as well as the holy family in the Nativity Market. Bavaria’s Romantic Road winds through pastoral villages and medieval

Nuremberg is known for its culinary delights, such as Lebkuchen, a honeylaced cookie, which was produced in the city as early as 1395. Citizens gather the honey in the woods surrounding the city. “Nürnbergers” the thin brown sausages made by local butchers are another must-taste at the fair. Christmas can be celebrated all year long in Rothenburg ob der Tauber in Bavaria. Rothenburg’s medieval setting is so postcard perfect visitors occasionally complain it’s too Disney-like. In truth, the walled city has been left largely untouched for hundreds of years. The town boasts some of the most impressive medieval architecture in Europe, and is also home to the German Christmas Museum.

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HAPPY HOLIDAY — Munich’s Christmas market dates back to the 14th century. Joachim Messerschmidt photo courtesy German National Tourist Board. towns, each with its own traditions. Augsburg, just west of Munich, is home to the famous “Angel Play.” The young women portraying the angels must be graceful and — most importantly — not be afraid of heights. Once a week all 24 angels are lowered from the top of the city hall creating a gigantic living Advents calendar.

Nuremberg’s Christmas market attracts two million visitors a year and is probably the best known outside of Germany. Set between the Frauenkirche and the oldest of Nuremberg’s gabled homes, the market is opened each year by the Nuremberg Christkind — a young person chosen to spread the holiday spirit.

Experience Old World holiday traditions during AAA Travel’s German Christmas Markets, Nov. 30–Dec 8, 2016. This 7-night escorted tour features 4 nights in Nuremberg and 3 nights in Munich, with visits to Christmas Markets in Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Bamberg, Bayreuth, Regensburg, Augsburg and Munich. Tour Neuschwanstein, Mad King Ludwig’s incredible fairytale castle and more. Please see your AAA travel professional or log on to AAA.com for more information.

Make the most of your AAA membership Get on the Road to Unlimited Rewards with the AAA Member Rewards Visa® credit card

he AAA Member Rewards Visa® credit card puts you in the driver’s seat with points on everyday purchases and an incredible variety of cash, travel, gift card and AAA voucher rewards. There are so many ways to earn rewards points every day: TRIPLE POINTS for qualifying AAA and travel purchases; DOUBLE POINTS for gas, grocery store and drugstore purchases; and a SINGLE POINT PER DOLLAR for all other purchases.ł Plus, if you have multiple AAA Member Rewards cards, you can combine your points! When you are ready to redeem your points, you have multiple redemption options to choose from, but you get the best value for your points when you redeem for a AAA voucher or a AAA Approved Auto Repair voucher. For example: 5,000 points can be redeemed for $50 cash back, a $55 AAA Approved Auto Repair voucher or a $60 AAA voucher that could be applied to a AAA in-branch purchase, including your annual membership dues, your next vacation or your auto or homeowner insurance premium. Want a better way to earn rewards toward your next vacation? Simply make the AAA Member Rewards card your card of choice and watch how quickly the points add up. Before you know it, you’ll be able to request a AAA

voucher that could significantly reduce the price of your next vacation, whether it is a cruise, a tour, or a weekend getaway. It’s like your own personal vacation club account. One of our members paid for their family cruise and earned enough points to redeem them for cash to purchase a new gas grill -- just in time for the summer barbeque season. With no limits on how many points you can earn, the road is wide open with the AAA Member Rewards Visa credit card. Just visit a local AAA branch office to apply. *For information about rates, fees, other costs and benefits associated with the use of this credit card, or to apply, visit your AAA branch and refer to the disclosures accompanying the application. *To qualify for the 1 FREE Theme Park ticket: you must apply for and be approved for an In-Branch (same day) AAA Member Rewards Visa® credit card. Upon approval, you must use your new AAA Member Rewards card to purchase 3 Theme Park tickets and the fourth (4th) Theme Park Ticket, will be FREE. Transaction must be on the same day as the

details. This credit card program is issued and administered by Bank of America, N.A. Visa is a registered trademark of Visa International Service Association and is used by the Issuer pursuant to license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. AAA is a trademark of American Automobile Association, Inc. ©2016 Bank of America Corporation

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card approval. There are four (4) Theme Parks you can select from (Hersheypark, Cedar Point, Kennywood or Kings Island). This promotion cannot be combined with another offer. This is a limited time offer and may be cancelled at any time without notice. Federal law prohibits students from receiving a premium. ł AAA Member Rewards: Earn 1 point per dollar of new net retail purchase transactions (qualifying purchases less credits, returns and adjustments) charged to the card each billing cycle. Earn 2 points per dollar for purchases made with the card at any eligible gas, grocery store or pharmacy retail merchant categories as designated by Bank of America. Earn 3 points per dollar for purchases made with the card through any participating AAA Club when AAA is the merchant of record, or at eligible retail travel merchant categories as designated by Bank of America. Points expire five (5) years after the month they were earned. Additional restrictions apply. Please refer to disclosures accompanying application for more

From July 1 through August 31, 2016 AAA Members who visit a AAA branch office to apply for the AAA Member Rewards credit card and get approved will have the opportunity to take advantage of our Buy 3 Get 1 FREE attraction ticket offer for Cedar Point, Kennywood, Kings Island or Hersheypark when they use their new AAA Member Rewards credit card to pay for the purchase the same day the account was approved. Students are not eligible. And, by using your new AAA credit card you will automatically earn TRIPLE POINTS on your theme park ticket purchase! Here’s all you need to do: 1. Visit any AAA East Central branch office. 2. Ask a AAA Staff Associate to complete an instant authorization application. 3. Upon approval, you can use the temporary number assigned to purchase three theme park tickets to the participating attractions and get one FREE single-day adult admission ticket.

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Very “cool” winter vacations are very “hot” at AAA

YELLOWSTONE $50.00 OFF PER ROOM, DOUBLE OCCUPANCY NEW BOOKINGS JULY 1-30

J A N 2126 More wildlife, fewer people than in summer “HOT” aptly describes the popularity of AAA’s Yellowstone in Winter escorted tour...as well as the park’s incredible natural phenomena — geysers, mudpots and vents. You’ve seen them in photographs or on TV, but seeing this national park’s iconic sights in person can be a life-altering and humbling experience. They’re not just as good as you’ve imagined; they’re better...and even more so in winter! It may be the best season to take in Yellowstone’s many natural wonders. Hordes of summer tourists disappear and, except for hibernating bears, wildlife viewing is at its peak. The park’s a magical landscape of frozen waterfalls and grazing bison under an incredible star canopy. Rising steam clouds turn nearby aspens into “ghost trees” shrouded under a veil of frost. Experience the solitude and splendor of this vast winter wilderness for yourself. AAA’s 5-night adventure kicks off in Salt Lake City, where seating has been arranged at Temple Square to hear the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. A scenic drive brings you out of the Wasatch Mountains past Great Salt Lake and Ogden, Utah’s original settlement. Entering Idaho, pass the doomed town of Rexburg, destroyed in 1976 when Teton Dam burst, and the Island Park Region, renowned for its trout fishing. Cross over Targhee Pass into Montana and the park gateway town of West Yellowstone. Since most park roads close in winter, luxury snowcoaches are the way to go. Relax in a warm, comfortable cabin while guides share their knowledge as you glimpse wildlife. “A huge ram,” noted one past passenger, “was lying on a ledge looking straight down; it seemed like he was staring right at us!” You may even get into a “buffalo jam” when a herd decides the snow is too deep and the easiest way to travel is on a plowed road! continued on next page

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FEB 23– MARCH 6 Iditarod Race, Northern Lights, Alaska Railroad and much more “Once-in-a-lifetime experience!” “Unexpected spectacles!” “Warm welcomes and hospitality!” “Unparalleled natural beauty!” Superlatives like those are commonplace among those who return home after having enjoyed AAA Travel’s Ultimate Alaska Winter Wonderland tour. Come find out why! This guided tour’s a unique and unforgettable combination of hands-on experiences (opportunities to guide your own dog sled!), exciting world-famous events (watching the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race and meeting & dining with mushers!), spectacular natural phenomena (viewing the glowing, swirling Aurora Borealis!), fascinating cultural exposures (visiting a Native American heritage center!), deluxe accommodations (2 nights at Alaska’s only AAA 4 Diamond resort!) and much more. You may be wondering about visiting Alaska in the middle of winter! It’s true: This tour does depart Feb 23, right in the middle of Old Man Winter’s reign. But that’s exactly what makes this trip so special. This is when the true Alaskans reclaim their stunning state from the hordes of summer tourists who descend upon it like so many mosquitoes (also absent in winter!). And it’s also the time of the wondrous phenomenon known as the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights. Once you experience all of the exhilarating sights, sounds, aromas, textures and flavors of Alaska on this tour, you’ll wonder why you ever gave the winter weather a second thought! The tour’s centerpiece is the annual world-famous Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, a nearly-1,000-mile competition from Willow to continued on next page

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Before-discount rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip airport/hotel transfers (within limited parameters), motorcoach transportation, accommodations, 9 meals, luggage handling (1 bag/person) and services of a local tour guide. Ask about available add-on airfare.

Nome. Get up close and personal with intrepid mushers and their eager-to-run dog teams. Watch the festivity-filled ceremonial start in downtown Anchorage, then head out to Willow the next day for the exciting official re-start across ice-covered Willow Lake. Channel your inner teenager...so you can stay up way past your normal bedtime for opportunities to see the dazzling Northern Lights. That’s just one more exciting highlight of a fun-filled itinerary that also includes... Fairbanks • Trans-Alaska Pipeline • Alaska Railroad • Talkeetna • Anchorage • Seward • Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center • Alaska Sealife Center • Seward Museum • Girdwood • Alyeska Tram • Alaska Zoo (behind-the scenes tour) • Mushers’ Banquet • Happy Trails Kennel (operated by 4-time Iditarod champion Martin Buser) • Iditarod HQ • Official Ceremonial Start of the ATURE Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race • Alaska Native Heritage Center • Iditarod Re-start CA O Visit AAA.com/travel for a complete itinerary. TI D

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See the Fountain Paint Pots as well as Firehole Falls, a spectacle of color and motion emerging from 800-foot-thick lava flows and sending up clouds of mist to produce dozens of rainbows. Marvel at Old Faithful, the park’s most celebrated geyser, erupting about every 90 minutes, spewing as much as 8,400 gallons of boiling water in a towering plume that can reach 180 feet high. Journey to the Wild West town of Jackson Hole WY at the base of the rugged Teton Mountains of Grand Teton National Park. At the nearby National Elk Refuge, a horse-drawn sleigh brings you into a sprawling valley where thousands of elk gather for their winter range. “They weren’t frightened, and we drove right up to them,” said one guest. This is followed by the National Museum of Wildlife Art, a stunning collection of 2,300 original works. Ride through rugged Snake River Canyon, surrounded ATURE by soaring peaks. In Utah, tour the site of the 2002 Winter Olympics, cradled in the Wasatch Mountains. Cap CA O off your tour with a farewell dinner in Salt Lake City. TI

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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-Fairbanks, Anchorage-Cleveland), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, motorcoach transportation, accommodations, 14 meals, luggage handling (1 bag/person), Alaska tour escort and services of a AAA tour manager (if minimum participation is met). Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details.

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The resort’s 5 majestic pyramids afford sleek and elegant accommodations reminiscent of an ancient Mayan civilization. Ideally situated in the Hotel Zone, the resort offers an array of dining, shopping and nightlife opportunities.

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Surrounded by a golf course and lush gardens punctuated with fish ponds, this boutique hotel's lawns are populated by resident peacocks. Herbs for the restaurant, bar and spa are provided by an on-site organic garden bathed in Pacific sunshine.

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Who doesn’t like being “carded”? Get a $50.00 Disney Gift Card (per room, double occupancy) from AAA Travel when you book & make a deposit on a 5-night or longer Walt Disney World® Resort vacation package between July 1 & 30.

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Discover the pleasures of the City by the Bay and enjoy excursions to Muir Woods, Sausalito, the Marin Headlands, Treasure Island and the vineyards of Napa Valley. Enjoy ample free time in San Francisco to explore on your own and to participate in the Fleet Week festivities — interact with sailors; tour amphibious carriers, destroyers and cruisers on the waterfront; and visit the festival center on Marina Green. Board a sternwheeler for a luncheon cruise during the Fleet Week Air Show featuring the Blue Angels! Includes services of a AAA Tour Manager (upon arrival at destination, if participation goal is met). 7 meals.

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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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Celebrate the National Park Service’s 100-year birthday! “MIGHTY 5 & MORE” Oct 18-26 • $3,845

Tour some of the America’s best parks. From Las Vegas, travel past Lake Mead and Hoover Dam, visit the Rt 66 Museum and marvel at the Grand Canyon. Enter Navajo Nation; stop at a trading post. See Lake Powell and Antelope Canyon. Cruise on Lake Powell and tour Monument Valley by 4WD. Experience Navajo culture. Explore Utah’s “Mighty 5” See natural arches in Arches NP. Dine at a lodge on the Colorado. A Jeep® tour of Canyonlands NP reveals its beauty. Ride a jet boat on the Colorado. See petroglyphs at Capitol Reef NP, the fairyland hues of Bryce Canyon NP and the 2,000-foot-high stone towers of Zion NP. Includes services of a AAA Tour Manager (upon arrival at destination, if participation goal is met). 16 meals.

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This vibrant and inviting Texas city has been called the American Venice; its lovely River Walk meanders through downtown, glowing with Christmas lights and decorations. Soak up the spirit of the season and experience the Tex-Mex take on the holidays. You’ll also visit the Alamo, Mission San Jose, Bandera (“Cowboy Capital of the World”), the LBJ Ranch, German-flavored Fredericksburg (the heart of Texas Hill Country), Sandy Oaks Olive Orchard (site of your spectacular farewell dinner with local wines) and El Mercado (Mexican-style marketplace). Enjoy a traditional cowboy barbecue at a dude ranch! 6 meals. Ask about other departure dates. AAA MEMBER RATES are per person (double occupancy), are subject to availability at time of booking and include roundtrip flights from Cleveland, roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, meals as noted, hotel luggage handling (1 bag per person), sightseeing per itinerary and more. Visit AAA.com/FeaturedVacations for more information. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details.

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Reagan Library • Dinner at LA Prime on the 35th floor of your hotel • Rodeo Drive & Hollywood • Views of the iconic Hollywood sign • Celebrity homes in Bel Air & Beverly Hills • Behind-the-scenes Warner Brothers tour • New Year’s Eve party on the Queen Mary • LA: Farmers Market, Disney Concert Hall, Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels • Olvera Street, original heart of the Mexican community • Pacific Coast Highway • Reserved seat for Roses parade • Universal Studios CityWalk • San Diego: Cabrillo Monument, Mission Bay, Old Town, La Jolla, Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo • USS Midway aircraft carrier • Winery tour & tasting • Sunset dinner cruise on San Diego Bay

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Enjoy the Christmas markets (and other aspects) of Nuremberg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bamberg, Bayreuth, Regensburg, Augsburg, Munich

Visit Neuschwanstein, the palace upon which Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty Castle is modeled. Take a brewery tour and a tasting as well as a farewell dinner at Munich's famous Hofbrauhaus.

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Tired of “typical”? Here’s a unique off-season vacation — a getaway to a stunning corner of Canada transformed into a wonderland of white-frosted evergreens and crystal-blue skies. From Edmonton to Calgary, discover the wonders of Alberta — towering snow-clad peaks of the Canadian Rockies, spectacular Maligne Canyon in Jasper National Park, Icefields Parkway, postcard-perfect Lake Louise and the alpine resort town of Banff. Partake in activities and experiences designed to enlighten and create memories — from dog-sledding to ice-walking or snowshoeing to horse-drawn-sleigh riding. Savor a native peoples– themed dinner to find out what a meal was like centuries ago. Learn about ammolite, a rare opal-like gemstone found only in southern Alberta. Marvel at the Ice Magic Festival, where artisans carve sculptures from huge blocks of ice. Stay comfortable and cozy in style and luxury, including 2 nights at Château Lake Louise and 1 at Banff Springs Resort, both originally built as Canadian Pacific Railway hotels. You’ll also enjoy a night in Edmonton and 2 nights in Jasper.

Jan 9-15 • AAA Member Rate: from $3,214 Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes flights (Cleveland-Edmonton, Calgary-Cleveland), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, hotel luggage handling (1 bag per person) and 8 meals. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details. Passport required.

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Ice-walk or snowshoe at Maligne Canyon See eye-popping, jaw-dropping sculptures at the Lake Louise Ice Magic Festival Visit with a rare-gem specialist Marvel at snowy scenery along the Bow River Feel like royalty at the Fairmont Banff Springs, the iconic“Castle in the Rockies” Traverse the Icefields Parkway Stay at spectacular Château Lake Louise Enjoy the unforgettable panoramic journey from Edmonton to Jasper Savor an authentic “First Nations” dinner Sip cocoa and roast marshmallows around a blazing fire in Banff Special Inclusion: Ride in a sled drawn by Alaskan Huskies thrilled to be on the trail!

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Book in person at AAA Travel and save $100 in July! Save $100.00 off prepaid tour or cruise vacation packages booked at AAA East Central locations. New bookings of 7+ nights. Discount is per room, double occupancy. Exclusive in-person offer available July 1-30; not available online.

Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort

Oct 9-16 • from $878 7 NIGHTS STANDARD ROOM 6-DAY TICKET WITH ADMISSION TO 1 PARK PER DAY

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

Oct 9-16 • from $2,169 7 NIGHTS POOL-VIEW ROOM 6-DAY TICKET WITH ADMISSION TO 1 PARK PER DAY

Jamaica: Montego Bay Oct 9-16: 7 nights • $912 RIU MONTEGO BAY Double Room

Western Caribbean: 7 nights

Allure of the Seas • Oct 16-23 • from $923

OCEAN-VIEW STATEROOM. Roundtrip from Ft Lauderdale FL to Labadee, Haiti; Falmouth, Jamaica; and Cozumel, Mexico. 3 full days of cruising.

New England & Canada: 7 nights

Hawaii: Maui & Kauai

Serenade of the Seas • Oct 16-23 • from $1,339

Oct 9-17 • from $2,072

BALCONY STATEROOM. Roundtrip from Boston MA to Portland ME, Bar Harbor ME, Saint John NB and Halifax NS. 2 full days at sea.

8 NIGHTS — 4 NIGHTS MAUI & 4 NIGHTS KAUAI WITH HERTZ ECONOMY RENTAL CAR THROUGHOUT

AAA Vacations® amenities for each cruise:

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Mountain-view Room • Continental Breakfast $20 Daily Resort Credit per room • 15% Spa Discount

VIP Priority Check-in • 1 Dinner for 2 at a Specialty Restaurant In-cabin Champagne • $50.00 Onboard Credit per stateroom Best Price Guarantee • 24 x 7 Member Care Service

GRAND HYATT KAUAI RESORT & SPA

Pool-view Room • Welcome Lei Greeting • 24-hour Anara Spa Gym • Daily Guided Sunrise Walk

AAA Vacations® amenities for each package: $50.00 certificate per booking toward the purchase of optional sightseeing or activity Best Price Guarantee 24 x 7 Member Care Service

Transatlantic: 13 nights

Celebrity Equinox • Oct 25–Nov 7 • from $1,343 OCEAN-VIEW STATEROOM. Barcelona, Spain, to Cartagena, Spain; Agadir, Morocco; Lanzarote & Tenerife (Canary Islands), Spain; Ft Lauderdale FL. 8 full days at sea.

Southern Caribbean: 10 nights

Celebrity Infinity • Oct 27–Nov 6 • from $1,696

Italian Vistas guided tour Oct 3-15 • from $1,925

12 NIGHTS • 17 MEALS Rome, Pompeii, Sorrento Coast, Isle of Capri, Florence, Pisa, Venice, Murano Island, Verona, Stresa, Locarno (Switzerland), Isola dei Pescatori

California Coast guided tour Oct 9-17 • from $1,390

8 NIGHTS • 11 MEALS San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Monterey, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Long Beach

AAA Vacations® amenities for each package: $75 credit per person toward an optional excursion ($100 per person if 2 or more excursions are purchased) $25 Member Benefit savings per person Best Price Guarantee • 24 x 7 Member Care Service Engaging Experiences (ask your agent)

OCEAN-VIEW STATEROOM. Roundtrip from Ft Lauderdale FL to Key West FL; Oranjestad, Aruba; Kralendijk, Bonaire; and Willemstad, Curacao. 4 full days of cruising.

Irish Classic guided tour Oct 8-19 • from $2,218

11 NIGHTS • 21 MEALS Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet, Taylor’s Three Rock Pub Dinner/Show in Dublin, Giant’s Causeway, Watch Trained Dogs Herd Sheep, Jaunting Car Ride, Westport House, Ulster Folk Park, St Patrick’s Grave, Titanic Belfast, Derry, Donegal Castle, Cliffs of Moher, Dingle Peninsula, Killarney, Waterford and more

Taste of Scotland & Ireland guided tour

Oct 9-18 • from $2,078 9 NIGHTS • 17 MEALS Scottish Evening in Edinburgh, Dublin Canal Cruise Dinner, Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet, Loch Ness Cruise, Cliffs of Moher, Killarney Jaunting Car Ride, Sheepdog Display, Glasgow, Loch Lomond, Whisky Tasting, St Andrews, Edinburgh Castle, Titanic Belfast, Farmhouse Tea, Ring of Kerry, Skellig Experience

AAA Vacations® amenities for each cruise: VIP Priority Check-in • $100.00 Onboard Credit per stateroom Best Price Guarantee • 24 x 7 Member Care Service

Southern Caribbean: 7 nights

Carnival Fascination • Oct 9-16 • from $767 OCEAN-VIEW STATEROOM Roundtrip from San Juan PR to St Thomas USVI; Bridgetown, Barbados; Castries, St Lucia; Basseterre, St Kitts; and Philipsburg, St Maarten. 1 full day at sea.

Exotic Eastern Caribbean: 7 nights Carnival Pride • Oct 9-16 • from $902 INSIDE STATEROOM Roundtrip from Baltimore MD to Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos; and Half Moon Cay & Freeport, Bahamas. 3 full days at sea.

Sample vacations based on 2016 departures; other departure dates available. Ask about available add-on airfare. Discount offer not restricted to the travel vendors shown here. Before-discount AAA Member rates shown are per person, double occupancy.

Go to AAA.com/travel for hundreds of other tours & cruises, then visit your nearby AAA Travel office in person in July & save $100.00!

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Sept 8-11 • $699

Bring your camera to capture the most memorable sights of our nation’s capital. Enjoy a full-day tour to some of the city’s most interesting, historical attractions. Includes a full-day tour of DC, a half-day tour of Arlington VA, Illuminated Monuments Tour, Flight 93 National Memorial (Shanksville PA), 5 meals and more.

MACKINAC & UPPER PENINSULA Sept 26-30 • $949 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.

MUSIC & RAILROADS OF WV Sept 30–Oct 2 • $589 Travel on the Cheat Mountain Salamander 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 ride, observatory, shows, Blackwater Falls, entertainment, 5 meals and more.

1-DAY FUN-DAY TOURS THREE RIVERS CRUISE: Pittsburgh PA

Aug 19: $109. Luncheon cruise with Frank Sinatra tribute. 3 hours at Rivers Casino.

THREE RIVERS CRUISE: Pittsburgh PA

Sept 16: $109. Luncheon cruise with Neil Diamond tribute. 3 hours at Rivers Casino.

COVERED BRIDGES: Madison OH

Oct 1: $80. Guided tour of bridges. Grand River Cellars Winery. Robinson’s Apple Barn.

“MENNONITE GIRLS CAN COOK”: Sugarcreek OH Oct 17: $99. Play performance. Amish lunch. Winery. Cheese. Shopping.

BURTON TEA TOUR: Geauga County OH

Oct 28: $85. Quintealia’s Tea Parlor. Middlefield Cheese. End of Commons Store. Sunshine Farm.

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AAA MEMBER RATES are per person (double occupancy for multiday tours), are subject to availability at time of booking and include roundtrip motorcoach transportation from the Cleveland area, accommodations (for multiday tours, based on double occupancy), sightseeing/admissions, taxes/gratuities for included features, baggage handling (for multiday tours), meals as indicated and the services of a AAA Tour Manager. Visit AAA.com/USA for complete itinerary details and pick-up points.

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FALLINGWATER FOLIAGE

Oct 15-16 • $349

Frank Lloyd Wright’s progressive architecture is combined with the spectacular beauty of Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands on this wonderful fall weekend. Includes tours of 2 Frank Lloyd Wright homes (Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob), accommodations, 4 meals and more.

TENNESSEE SOUNDS GOOD TO ME Memphis & Nashville Oct 31–Nov 5 • $1,419 Visit 2 cities of great American music; famous for country, blues and the roots of rock n roll. In Memphis, visit Graceland, home of Elvis Presley, and Sun Studios where he, Johnny Cash, BB King and many others got their start. In Nashville, visit the Country Music Hall of Fame, see the Opryland Hotel and attend a performance of the Grand Ole Opry. Take in some of the other sights and landmarks that make these 2 cities so vibrant. Includes Paducah Quilt Museum, city tours (Memphis & Nashville), the Peabody Ducks, flatboat ride in the Opryland Hotel, Fontental Mansion, 7 meals and more.

HOLIDAY TOURS FILL UP FAST!

OGLEBAY FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Nov 20-21 • $369

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

NIAGARA FESTIVAL OF STARS

Dec 4-5 • $449

Enjoy the annual holiday lighting display in Niagara Falls, Ontario, as well as 3 unique live shows — Irish singers Daniel O’Donnell & Mary Duff; American pop singer BJ Thomas; and The Caverners (a Canadian Beatles tribute band). Includes 3 shows, lights display, 2 meals and more. Passport required.

FRANKENMUTH CHRISTMAS

Dec 10-11 • $299

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.

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Dublin Irish Festival Aug 5-6 • from $239

You don’t have to cross the Atlantic to visit Dublin (OH)! Enjoy what has now been dubbed the largest 3-day Irish festival on the planet! Experience more than 530 performers hosted on 7 different stages in 65 heartwarming, foot-stomping, toe-tapping acts. There will be cultural areas to discover your roots, step back in time or learn a new skill. Hear fascinating tales of Irish lore, learn songs at the Irish Traditions stage, watch wool & linen demonstrations, enjoy harp playing and jigs and attend an Irish wake! New this year: The 2016 Dublin Irish Festival hosts a traveling exhibit of Ireland’s 1916 Easter Rising; history buffs of Irish heritage won’t want to miss this one. Souvenirs and beverage tokens for use at the festival also included.

Tall Ships of Erie

Sept 8-10 • from $397 Start with the Parade of Sails, as the tall ships come sailing in to Presque Isle Harbor. During your time in Erie, you’ll enjoy ship tours, live entertainment, food and a peaceful & picturesque view of Presque Isle. Explore all that Erie has to offer. An Erie city tour promises history of the personal side of the brave men that fought in the War of 1812, as well as visits to the Erie Maritime Museum and the Erie Art Museum (in an LEED-certified building — Leadership in Energy & Environment Design). A sweet surprise is included, followed by free time to explore as you please. 4 meals.

New England Fall Foliage Sept 28–Oct 6 • from $1,889

From Sleepy Hollow NY to sleepy Franconia Notch NH, the colors of fall open up a world of beautiful scenery. Enjoy Martha’s Vineyard, Cape Cod, Hyannisport, cranberry bogs, Ogunquit, Plymouth Rock, Quechee Gorge and more. It’s not just sightseeing. A family farmhouse experience in Vermont, a New Hampshire dinner train, a White Mountains aerial tram, tours and evening entertainment are all included. 14 meals.

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Like those colored bags made by the “other” company? You’ve got to see what we found that’s still “Made in the USA.” We’ll shop their warehouse sale the evening before the public gets to see the bargains. Then we’re off in search of $1.69 Christmas specials at one of our favorite new fins. And that’s just the beginning of this girls’ getaway shopping excursion! 3 meals.

Roycroft & Wright

Oct 28-30 • from $459 If the Arts & Crafts style of design is of interest to you, this trip is all for you. It’s full of art, architecture, antiques and amazing sites. Our destination is the quaint town of East Aurora in western New York; founded in 1895, Roycroft was a community of craft workers and artists which formed part of the Arts & Crafts movement in the US. Also, experience the work of Frank Lloyd Wright at homes he designed in the Buffalo area. 4 meals.

AAA MEMBER RATES shown are per person, are subject to availability at time of booking and include roundtrip motorcoach transportation, accommodations (for multiday tours, based on double occupancy), sightseeing/admissions, taxes/gratuities for included features, baggage handling (for multiday tours), meals as indicated and services of a AAA Tour Manager. Visit AAA.com/USA for complete itinerary details and pick-up points (Massillon, New Philadelphia, Alliance, Niles and/or Boardman, depending on tour).

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Playhouse Square Theater Series Each package below 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.

Kinky Boots Come join us for the exhilarating Broadway musical that will lift your spirits to new highheeled heights! Winner of 6 Tony® awards, including Best Musical, this inspirational story follows a struggling shoe factory owner who works to turn his business around — proving that when you change your mind about someone, you can change your whole world. Inspired by a true story. FROM $129.

AUG 27 (matinee) • From Massillon & New Philadelphia

Jersey Boys Back for another outstanding night of music! Jersey Boys has returns to the State Theater for a week-long run. This is the inspirational story of how 4 blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sounds and sold 175 million records worldwide — all before they were 30! You’ll be rocking in the aisle to all of their smash-hit tunes as this Broadway-winning musical comes to town. FROM $129.

SEPT 22 (evening) • From Massillon & New Philadelphia (SOLD OUT!) Sept 25 (evening) • From Massillon & New Philadelphia

Cinderella Forget the elections! This Cinderella is a contemporary take on the classic tale with an incredible orchestra, jaw-dropping transformations and all the moments you love — the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball and more — plus some surprising new twists! This is no damsel in distress waiting for rescue. Cinderella steps from the pages of makebelieve to inspire more than visions of knights in shining armor. FROM $109.

NOV 9 (evening) • From Massillon & New Philadelphia

Cleveland POPS: Let the Merry Bells Keep Ringing! The Cleveland POPS Orchestra & Chorus, plus guest artists, bring jingles of joy to the most wonderful season of all. This event is a mix of spiritual and traditional songs performed by some of the brightest and most talented people in northeastern Ohio. Enjoy fun family activities in the Connor Place lobby with Dick Goddard. This matinee concert is timed perfectly for children, adults and seniors to spend time together and be at home at a decent hour. FROM $86.

NOV 27 (matinee) • From Massillon & New Philadelphia

HOLIDAY TOURS NOW AVAILABLE NYC Holiday Lights: Nov 17-20 • from $997 Branson Christmas: Nov 26-30 • from $987 The Nutcracker: Dec 4 • from $129 Victorian Homes at Christmas: Dec 10 • from $149

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Visit AAA Travel in person in July for the best service and price advantage Agents have to be knowledgeable; they keep up-to-date with current trends and the latest technologies, as well as AAA member benefits and other discounts and promotions. Their expertise is built on years of specialized training & education, on-the-job experience and professional & personal travel experience. They may provide the late-breaking information not available on travel web sites that aren’t always kept current. Staying in touch between purchase and departure is another important area where working with a travel agent beats ordering from the internet. AAA

agents may communicate by phone, email or postcard, keeping you abreast of itinerary updates, reminding you of departure dates, reassuring you that they’re at your service at all times. And after-the-sale service and support are major components of the AAA travel experience. Feel free to contact (or visit) AAA agents again if you have any questions or concerns for which you cannot find answers on your own. They’ll be glad to review your documentation & tickets, explain boarding & other procedures, discuss types & levels of travel insurance, etc. They can even notify you after your purchase if a

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newly announced promotion or other information will affect your vacation; you’ll be hard-pressed to find anyone on the internet who does that! While it may sometimes be true that cheap or inexpensive travel deals exist on the internet, who will you turn to if you eventually have any kind of problem with the product or service you’ve purchased online? Our agents are accessible before you leave on your trip... and while you’re on it; they do not abandon you once you’ve made your purchase and have left the AAA office. Purchasing travel online can be confusing because of the multitude of choices, restrictions and optional fees. AAA agents know how to navigate through the information overload, winnowing out only what is important for your specific travel situation and making sure you encounter no surprises (as in additional charges) once you’re at your destination. Another caveat about the internet: Not all web site transactions are fully secured; you may be putting your financial information at risk by dealing with a site whose reliability is not fully known. And the site you visit today may not even be there tomorrow. That’s where a brick-and-mortar establishment like AAA Travel provides advantages; we offer you a long-standing reputation for financial stability and consumer reliability, and our agents stand behind all of our products and services. You can truly travel

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The digital eye exam that shows you more

ou’ve heard them before. Those repetitive eye exam questions. “Which is better? One or two?” And you think, “This must be important. What if I get it wrong? Wait! Let me see number one again!” Seriously, is this still how we do eye exams today, by trial and error? The answer is, not anymore, thanks to Clarifye — the digital eye exam that shows you more. Clarifye technology maps the “fingerprint” of your eyes with digital precision to pinpoint the prescription you need to see your best. • Precision – No other eye exam is more precise. Clarifye is powered by innovators in precision optics—and features a whole new way to get your eyes checked, digitally. Its initial measurement is so precise it helps reduce the guesswork of “which is better?”* • Information – A more comprehensive eye health assessment. Clarifye gives you a more comprehensive understanding of your eye health and vision. The digitally precise exam measures 5x more optical characteristics about your visual system to address your needs and help you see your best. • Personalization – Dramatic results. Like night and day. Clarifye is so precise, it can even help uncover differences in your day and night vision. Since your eyes dilate more in the evening, there can be slight differences in corrective needs. Addressing those differences •

can mean crisper vision during the day with fewer starbursts and halos around lights at night, helping you feel more confident. Convenience – Now available at a LensCrafters near you. The next time you need your eyes checked, come in and experience the ease and convenience of Clarifye—available only at LensCrafters**. It’s as easy as texting MYEXAM to 242020. * DISCLAIMER: For consumers who are diagnosed with clean visual systems or low levels of higher order aberrations. ** DISCLAIMER: Clarifye is available at LensCrafters in states where LensCrafters employs doctors or at the independent doctor of optometry at or next to LensCrafters who utilize the Clarifye eye exam experience. In California, eye exams are available at LensCrafters locations from licensed optometrist employed by EYEXAM of California, a licensed vision health care service plan. The optometrists are not employed by LensCrafters, which do not provide eye exams.”

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Find the lowest online hotel rates at AAA.com AAA has accommodations for every lifestyle and budget

lanning a family trip to Orlando? How about a weekend getaway for two? AAA has a great variety of hotels and resorts to choose from with money-saving deals and hotel packages. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, short-term or longterm, locally or cross-country, AAA has you covered. AAA offers thousands of hotels with rooms of all shapes and sizes, and hotel discounts to help fit within your budget. And we save you time by doing all the legwork, and making the reservation for you. A study by PhoCusWright Inc., an independent market research firm, found that AAA.com consistently offers the lowest average hotel rates and best initial hotel rates when compared with other online providers. “While no hotel or travel company can claim it offers the best rate every time, members are much more likely to find a better rate at AAA.com,” said Jim Lehman, president, AAA East Central. The online audit reviewed rates for stays in a standard double room at AAA Diamond® Rated properties in the top 20 U.S. metro areas for leisure travel. They found AAA was likely to have the best rate a whooping 66% of the time. “This study reconfirms what we have known all along: that AAA consistently offers the best rate and value to travelers,” said Lehman.

system to take the guesswork out of booking a room. Whether you’re looking for a luxury resort or a cozy bed & breakfast, check out our complete list of nearly 58,000 Approved and Diamond Rated hotels and restaurants. You’ll be sure to find accommodations that fit your budget and your travel plans from these AAA staff-reviewed and rated accommodations. Each property listed is selected only after a thorough, unannounced evaluation by AAA Inspectors. Since listings are provided free of charge to AAA Approved® establishments, you can be assured that they were selected on the basis of merit alone.

A PERFECT FIT — AAA offers thousands of hotels rooms of all shapes, sizes and budgets. Members who book through AAA.com automatically receive the best rates at Best Western Hotels & Resorts; the Hilton family of brands, including Hampton, Double Tree and Embassy Suites; Hyatt Hotels; the Marriott family of brands, including Courtyard, Fairfield Inn & Suites; Starwood, including Westin, Sheraton and Four Points; and MGM Resorts. Just click on AAA.com; or call toll-free (866) AAA-SAVE (866-222-7283) — and receive the best rate plus a satisfac-

tion guarantee at any of AAA’s lodging partners. Plus no other site can match AAA’s portfolio of trip planning tools like 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 free to members at AAA offices. When choosing a hotel, depend on the AAA-approved Diamond Rating

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An English garden of earthly delights Year of the English garden blooming in 2016

hether it’s a green old garden hidden away, a wildflower meadow, or a cottage with roses round the door England’s green-thumbed heritage is evident in gardens across the county. This year the beauty of the English countryside will be on full display during the official Year of the English Garden. England’s landscape gardens are not only places of beauty, they are woven into the very fabric of the country. The Year of the English Garden also marks the 300th anniversary of the birth of renowned landscape architect Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown. Brown is considered the Shakespeare of English garden design. In the 18th century he was responsible for creating a more naturalistic style and left behind more than 170 quintessential English gardens, including Chatsworth House, Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Winston Churchill, and Hampton Court Palace in London. Considered “the most beautiful view in England” Blenheim Palace is a masterpiece of scale with over 2,000 acres of landscaped parkland. Features include a secret garden, the majestic water terraces, a fragrant rose garden and the grand cascade and lake. Take time to enjoy The Pleasure Gardens, where you can hop aboard the miniature train for a ride around the grounds. Get lost in

AN OASIS OF GREEN — Blenheim Palace has over 2,000 acres of landscaped parkland. Photo: Visit Britain. the giant maze or visit the tropical butterfly house. Brown transformed the gardens at Chatsworth to mirror the magnificence of the estate. The 105 acre garden is a mesmerizing horticultural tapestry of sweeping vistas, and cascading water features, including a 200 foot fountain, rock garden and surviving Joseph Paxton glasshouses. Take a one-

hour garden tour or visit the manor home with its amazing Painted Hall and atmospheric Sculpture Gallery. The art collection spans over 4,000 years, with everything from Roman and Egyptian sculptures, to masterpieces from Rembrandt, and Reynolds. Discover the magnificence of Henry VIII’s favorite royal residence at Hampton Court Palace. The park covers

750 acres bordering the River Thames with 60 acres of beautiful formal gardens. Here you’ll see The Privy Garden, Tiltyard Walls, Rose Garden and The Great Fountain Garden. Meet Henry VIII’s Great Shire Horses in the East Front Garden and enjoy a tram ride through 500 years of history. The Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew houses the largest collection of plants in the world. Tropical and sub-tropical plants are displayed in magnificent Victorian conservatories, while the Queen’s Garden is a faithful replica of a 17th century garden. The creators the London Eye have added a 60-foot-tall treetop walkway. Explore the iconic Victorian Palm House, and tour Kew Palace, former home of George III. With romantic half-timbered Tudorstyle buildings, luminous rose gardens and the state-of-the-art Glasshouse, the Royal Horticultural Soicety’s Wisley is a garden for all seasons. In the spring, the sprawling, 240 acre estate is filled with azaleas, rhododendrons, wild daffodils and exotic woodlands. The Glasshouse offers and abundance of palms and bromeliads highlighted by an exquisite collection of orchids. FOR MORE INFORMATION

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Take five for your tires this summer Things are heating up where the rubber hits the road

ummer can be tough on your tires. Under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance and heat, causing excessive wear and robbing fuel economy. As speeds and road temperatures rise worn or neglected tires can be pushed past their limits. Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) which have been mandatory on most vehicles since 2007, will only alert you when a tire is significantly under-inflated. An April 2016 survey commissioned Bridgestone and conducted online by Harris Poll, indicated that 73 percent of drivers on the road today have experienced a flat tire. The majority of Americans (68 percent) indicated that changing a tire on the side of a busy road is the biggest safety hazard of a flat tire and nearly three in five (58 percent) drivers have called someone for assistance. Over 1 million drivers will call AAA for help with a flat tire during the summer travel season. Many tire problems can be avoided by inspecting your tires before you hit the road. Tire inspections are easy to perform and only take about five minutes. The only tools you need are a quarter and a tire pressure gauge. Always check tire pressure when the tires are at ambient temperature and the car has not been driven recently. Use a quality gauge to make sure all

FALLING FLAT — Over one million motorists will call AAA this summer because of tire problems. five tires are inflated to the pressures recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. The carmaker’s recommendation can be found on a sticker usually attached to the driver’s door jam, in the owner’s manual and sometimes on the gas cap door. Drivers should be aware that the recommended pressures for front and rear tires may differ, and that most space saver spares require

much higher air pressures than normal vehicle tires. Properly inflated tires also can reduce fuel costs during a trip. The U.S. Energy Department has reported that every pound of tire under-inflation wastes four million gallons of gas in the U.S. each day. After making sure all your tires are properly inflated, drivers should

inspect the tread depth and overall condition of the tires. Worn tires in need of replacement are much more likely to suffer punctures and other problems. To check tread depth, insert a quarter into a tire tread groove with Washington’s head upside down and facing outward. The tread should cover part of Washington’s head. If any area above his head is visible, it might be wise to go tire shopping before you take a long road trip. Be sure to check the tread depth at several points around the tire and across its width, and use the lowest reading. While you’re checking look for signs of uneven wear, cuts, abrasions or abnormal bulges. Tire care is more important than ever since more new cars have no spare tire of any kind. Vehicles without spares have steadily increased from five percent of 2006 model year vehicles, to 36 percent in the 2015 model year. Spending a few minutes inspecting your tires once a month can help keep you rolling down the roadway instead of being stranded by the roadside.

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aroundtown GREAT MOHICAN POW-WOW — (July 8-10) Learn about Native American culture and lifestyle, and experience from 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. SUMMER FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS — (July 9-10) Celebrate the fine and performing arts at the 18th annual Summer Festival of the Arts in 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 perform music, dance and theater selections. Over 20 ethnic groups will display memorabilia, and sell food. A children’s art tent and numerous displays and activities from YSU departments and other arts-related groups makes this event a fun and family friendly weekend. Hours: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 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.

SHAKER WOODS OUTDOOR EXPO — (July 16-17) Hunters, campers, hikers, fishermen and anyone who enjoys outdoor adventure is invited to this event. Seminars will be provided throughout the day along with vendors such as Whitetails Unlimited and Ducks Unlimited. Gun raffles, great food and activities for youngsters. Admission: $7 adults, $3 ages 6-12, and under 5 free. Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information, visit www.shakerwoodsoutdoorexpo.com/. Location: Shaker Woods, 217 State Route 7, Columbiana. FLEA MARKET FOR MAKERS — (July 23) The Youngstown Flea hosts a Market for Makers once a month in the heart of downtown Youngstown. The market is dedicated to local/regional vendors of handmade, antique and repurposed wood/metal/furniture, vintage clothing, and collectibles. Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, visit youngstownflea.com. Location: Youngstown Flea, 110 Freeman Alley, Youngstown. COLOR BURST 5K — (July 23) Bring your best running shoes and take part in the 2016 Color Burst 5K. Participants will be showered with with safe water based paint in this fun-filled family event to benefit the Akron’s Children’s Hospital of Mahoning Valley. Kids under 12 and

under run frre with a paid registrant and there is a $5 discount for all registrants that sign up with a team. race time is 9 a.m. at Eastwood Field, 111 Eastwood Mall Blvd., Niles. Register at www.colorburst5k.com. GREATER YOUNGSTOWN ITALIAN FEST — (July 29-31) Get a taste of Italian heritage and culture at the 31st annual Greater Youngstown Italian Fest, featuring great food from over 40 Italian restaurants and food vendors. The whole family will enjoy two city blocks of amusement rides and games, and more than six city blocks of entertainment. Admission is $4 at the gate; under 12 years old admitted free. Visit youngstownitalianfest.org for complete schedule. Location: Central Square, downtown Youngstown. BALLOON CLASSIC AND JACKSONBELDEN FOOD FEST — (July 29-31) Go up, up and away at the Balloon Classic & Jackson-Belden Food Fest and Fireworks. Over 60 hot air balloons will take flight at this free, three-day event. Look forward to dozens of food vendors, cold beverages, live music, children’s activities, an illuminating Balloon Night Glow, and spectacular fireworks display on Saturday at 10 p.m. For information and a schedule of events, visit profootballhoffestival.com/events.

Location: Kent State University at Stark/Stark College. PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME ENSHRINEMENT FESTIVAL — (August 5-6) This year’s Enshrinement Festival is bigger than ever. Tim McGraw performs at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium on Friday at 8 p.m. The Class of 2016 enshrinement is on Saturday, beginning with the Grand Parade 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 a schedule of events, visit profootballhoffestival.com/events. Location: Canton. ZOAR HARVEST FESTIVAL AND ANTIQUE SHOW — (August 6-7) 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.

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Fatal crashes involving marijuana double after legalization Research provides a case study for what other states might experience

arly returns are in when it comes to fatal crashes in a state that has legalized the recreational use of marijuana. And they’re not good. According to new AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety research, fatal crashes involving drivers who had recently used marijuana doubled in Washington after the state legalized the drug at the end of 2012. In the study, researchers found the percentage of drivers involved in fatal crashes who had a detectable level of active THC—the main chemical component in marijuana—in their blood at or shortly after the time of the crash more than doubled, from 8 to 17, between 2013 and 2014. Additionally, one in six drivers involved in fatal crashes in 2014 had recently used marijuana. “The significant increase in fatal crashes involving marijuana is alarming,” said foundation President and CEO Peter Kissinger. Washington and Colorado were the first states to legalize recreational use of marijuana, and the AAA findings raise serious concerns as other states consider changing their marijuana laws. Alaska, Oregon and the District of Columbia also have legalized recreational marijuana use, and 20 other states have legalized it for therapeutic and medicinal purposes.

A Growing Problem Marijuana use behind the wheel

is growing nationwide. According to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration survey, nearly 13 percent of weekend nighttime drivers had evidence of recent marijuana intake in their systems in 2013, the latest year for which figures are available, up from 9 percent in 2007. Some states have created legal, or “per se,” limits, which specify that having more than a certain concentration of THC in one’s blood while driving is illegal in and of itself, regardless of whether there is additional evidence that the driver is impaired. However, new research shows that marijuana per

Don’t get burned by aggressive driving

ummer is peak driving season and travelers are taking to the road in record numbers. Hot weather poses some unique challenges to both cars and drivers. Unfortunately, more cars mean more stress, more inconvenience, and more aggressive driving. Aggressive driving — intentional, dangerous behavior that jeopardizes the safety of everyone — is a serious problem on America’s roads. According to data from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety it’s a factor in up to 56 percent of fatal crashes. Less common—but far more frightening—is road rage, deliberate, uncontrolled anger that can lead to violence and even death. Aggressive driving and road rage are both unpredictable, can ignite instantly, and can occur at any time. The AAA Foundation study found that events precipitating violent outbursts are often remarkably trivial. A traffic encounter that turns ugly rarely results from a single incident, but from a variety of stress factors. Even when innocent or unintentional, a driver can “snap” and a traffic situation spiral dangerously out of control. So, how should you react to aggressive drivers or control our own angry impulses?

When someone wants to pass, be courteous—move over and let them by. Never pass another driver, and then slow down in an attempt to teach them a lesson. When merging into traffic, make sure you have plenty of room to enter the roadway without cutting someone off. If someone cuts you off, take the high road. Concentrate on the safety of you and your passengers. Never tap your brakes or lose your temper if you’re being tailgated. Illuminate your turn signal, pull over and allow them to pass. Refrain from honking your horn at someone who’s driving slower than you want them to, or who doesn’t move quickly enough through a traffic signal. It can set off an altercation or potentially cause a collision. Nothing provokes another driver more than rude or obscene gestures. Keep your hands on the wheel and avoid making eye contact or any gestures that might provoke other drivers. Remember, someone else’s driving has nothing to do with you. Stay calm and never respond to drivers who tailgate, or try to intimidate you. Forget about winning. No one wins in a crash. Make FIDO your mantra: Forget It; Drive On.

se limits are arbitrary and unsupported by science, raising concerns that some unsafe motorists might go free, while others could be wrongfully convicted. AAA Foundation researchers examined lab results of drivers arrested for impaired driving and results suggested: • No science shows drivers reliably become impaired at a specific level of marijuana in the blood. This is different from alcohol, for which the relationship between blood alcohol concentration and impairment is well understood and predictable. • A driver’s THC level may drop from above a legal threshold to below it

in the time between when a driver is stopped by the police or involved in a crash and when a blood test is administered. It can take hours to obtain blood samples, because they typically require warrants and transport to a facility. • Marijuana affects people differently, making it challenging to develop consistent and fair guidelines. “There is understandably a strong desire by lawmakers and the public to create legal limits for marijuana impairment in the same manner as we do with alcohol,” said AAA President and CEO Marshall L. Doney. “In the case of marijuana, this approach is flawed and not supported by scientific research. It’s simply not possible today to determine whether a driver is impaired based solely on the amount of the drug in his or her body.” AAA is urging states where marijuana use is legal to use more comprehensive enforcement measures, including a two-component system that requires a positive test for recent marijuana use, as well as behavioral and physiological evidence obtained by law enforcement, to convict a person of marijuanaimpaired driving. “Marijuana can affect driver safety by impairing vehicle control and judgment,” Doney said. “States need consistent, strong and fair enforcement measures to ensure the increased use of marijuana does not impact road safety.”

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