July/August 2014 Traveler

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See the most of Hawaii, with ‘tanks’ from AAA!

JULY/AUGUST 2014 Fill up on fun from

NCL & AAA! BALCONY

$200 Fuel Card OUTSIDE

$75 Fuel Card INSIDE

$25 Fuel Card 1 per stateroom.

Book & deposit by 7/21/14.

Cards mailed out by 8/1/14.

Check out our Summer Savings To Go catalog!

Discounted Attraction Tickets.

FREE Gift with purchase offers.

Specials on Summer Essentials for your next drive trip.

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Save Some Green with 2014 AAA 4 isles + 7-night cruise + 2 nights Green Car Guide on Waikiki + a Pearl Harbor tour

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T ALL ADDS UP to the trip of a lifetime: The formula for a fantastic, fun and free of-hassles Hawaiian vacation is the sim ple addition of a 2-night AAA land package and a 7-night NCL cruise! What you get is the convenient, comfortable and unforgettable experience of visiting 4 islands of America’s own slice of paradise over the course of 9 nights, minus the annoyance of repeatedly packing & unpacking, flying from island to island, transferring from hotel to hotel. In fact, it couldn’t be easier.

And AAA multiplies the enjoyment by offering members a fuel card worth up to $200 when they book and make a nonrefundable deposit by July 21, 2014. “Tanks” to AAA, you can fuel up your vehicle using a $25 card for an inside stateroom, a $50 card for an outside stateroom or a $200 card for a balcony stateroom.

Start your Hawaiian cruise vacation with 2 nights on Oahu in Waikiki, Honolulu’s beachfront district known for placid waters, spectacular views of Diamond Head and unlim-

ited opportunities for entertainment, dining, nightlife and shopping. Lounge in luxury at the Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa right in the middle of it all! An included 5-hour excursion to Pearl Harbor includes a moving visit to the USS Arizona Memorial.

Then it’s off to the pier to board NCL’s Pride of America, a vibrant US-flagged, Americanathemed “floating resort hotel” full of choices to maximize the enjoyment of your cruise. Its friendly American crew is ready to assist you and make sure your cruise is just that — yours.

Freestyle Cruising® starts with a wide range of dining options included in your cruise price and available on your schedule. Freestyle Dining means sitting down to a 4-course meal and a fine wine...or grabbing a burger hot off the grill. Dressing up. Dressing down. Sitting with friends or making new ones. You’ll find more dining options than days of your cruise, and you’re free to enjoy them all on your own schedule. For even more memorable experiences, cover-charge specialty restcontinued on page 19

D AY PRE-CRUISE HONOLULU LOCATIONS & ACTIVITIES 1.......Arrive Honolulu Airport, transfer to your room at Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa 2.......Enjoy all of the fun & sun of Waikiki at your leisure; do as much or as little as you like!

3.......Pearl Harbor excursion, then afternoon transfer to ship at Pier 2, Port of Honolulu D AY PORT & ISLAND ARRIVE DEPART or OVERNIGHT 3.......Honolulu, Oahu............................. 7pm 4.......Kahalui, Maui......... 8am .....overnight in port 5.......Kahalui, Maui................................ 6pm 6.......Hilo, Hawaii............ 8am ............... 6pm 7.......Kona, Hawaii.......... 7am .............5:30pm 8.......Nawiliwili, Kauai.... 8am......overnight in port 9.......Nawiliwili, Kauai........................... 2pm 10......Honolulu, Oahu...... 7am.....transfer to airport

AAA’s

2014 Green Car Guide is filled with information on hybrids, battery electric vehicles, partial zero emission vehicles (PZEVs), compressed natural gas powered vehicles, clean diesels and fuel economy leaders. The 140-page guide features reviews and rankings of vehicles ranging in price and size from the Tesla S, to the Nissan Leaf, Audi A7 TDI, to the Chevrolet Spark.

More than 80 green vehicles were tested in 13 categories and given a score. This year’s top-scoring green car was the Tesla S P85.

The Tesla S has a 265-mile range and was the top-scoring vehicle this year by a wide margin. When price is factored into the mix, the 2014 Chevy Spark 1LT tops the list as the green car with the best value — priced under $15,000 and averaging about 30 miles per gallon.

More information on the Top-Scoring Green Car Vehicles can be found at www.AAA.com/greencar.

Slow Down, Move Over or Face a Fine A

s you take to the road for summer vacations, remember to create a safe distance when approaching vehicles which are pulled off to the side of the road.

Each year hundreds of first responders, law enforcement officials and utility workers are struck or killed along the roadside when responding to crash scenes, emergency situations or assisting stranded motorists. All 50 states have “Move Over” or “Steer Clear” Laws but they vary from state to state.

In Pennsylvania, drivers are required to move at least one lane away from incidents along the side of the road that involve an emergency responder. If you cannot move over because of traffic or other conditions, you must reduce your speed.

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Walk this way!

Stepping Up for Pedestrian Safety

Digital distractions are placing pedestrians at risk

by Charles J. Kelly, Chairman, AAA East Central, East Penn Region

Walking is inexpensive, emission-free, uses no

fossil fuel, offers important health benefits and is accessible to almost anyone regardless of age or income.

Walking is our most fundamental form of mobility and at some point during the day, everyone becomes a pedestrian.

It can also be hazardous to your health and safety.

Pedestrians are particularly vulnerable in traffic crashes accounting for about one third of annual road fatalities around the world.

On a mile-by-mile basis walking is more dangerous than driving, flying, or riding a bus or train. While drivers on American roads have never been safer, pedestrian deaths jumped by six percent in 2012. America’s 4,743 pedestrian fatalities were the highest number recorded in the last five years.

Urban environments can be tough on walkers, especially for seniors and children, who have to cope with complex and sometimes hostile, traffic conditions.

Around 30 percent of pedestrians have impaired mobility at any given time — from mothers negotiating traffic with young children — to walkers carrying packages, to seniors with sensory and cognitive deficits.

“Roadways are primarily designed to accommodate motor vehicle travel,” notes Dr. Allan Williams, former chief scientist at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, “so pedestrians are clearly at a disadvantage.”

Risky pedestrian and driver behaviors often contribute to the problem. Motorists frequently fail to yield the right-of-way at intersections, while pedestrians routinely cross mid-block, or ignore “Don’t Walk” signals.

Alcohol involvement — either by the driver or the pedestrian — is a factor in nearly half of all pedestrian deaths.

When a car collides with a pedestrian, speed is a major factor in determining the risk of severe injury or death. A recent AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety study showed that the risk of a person dying from being hit by a car increases from 10 percent at 23 mph, to 75 percent at 50 mph.

Another factor is the growing number of digital distractions. We’ve all seen drivers engrossed in their cell

phones, or ear bud wearing joggers seemingly oblivious to traffic as they loped across a busy street.

Researchers have even coined the term “inattentional blindness” to describe the level of distraction caused by multitasking and electronic devices.

For headphone wearing pedestrians, it’s intensified by their inability to hear an approaching vehicle.

Drivers need to slow down in areas where they may encounter pedestrians, including around schools, residential streets and shopping centers. They are required to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing streets in marked or unmarked crosswalks in most situations.

Carmakers have introduced vehicle-based systems that detect pedestrians and warn the driver or brake automatically when a collision is imminent. While promising, this technology should not be considered a fail-safe, or a substitute for driver awareness.

Pedestrians need to focus on walking safely — without distractions — just as motorists must concentrate on the task of driving. They should be especially vigilant around intersections and whenever possible, cross the street at a designated crosswalk.

Midblock locations are where over two thirds of pedestrian fatalities occur. Increase your visibility at night by carrying a flashlight and wearing retroreflective clothing.

Roadways can be improved with better maintenance, engineering and design, and by incorporating pedestrian friendly features like marked cross-walks, “countdown” crossing signals, upgraded sidewalks and “refuge islands” in the center of wide streets.

AAA is committed to the safety and security of motorists, pedestrians, cyclists and children. Educational outreach and public safety initiatives like the AAA School Safety Patrol and our annual “Schools’ Open” campaign, are designed to prevent tragic injuries and deaths and foster courtesy and mutual respect among all road users. A sustainable transportation model is one that offers safe and efficient choices, whether it’s by walking, cycling, public transit, or driving.

Slow Down, Move Over or Face a Fine Continued from page 1 Failure to move over or slow down will get you a citation that carries a fine up to $250. Not only that, but drivers cited for traffic violations in these situations will face double fines. If that violation leads to a worker being injured, a 90-day license suspension could result.

Note: Emergency responders can include law enforcement, tow truck operators, Department of Transportation vehicles involved in emergency assistance, and other emergency personnel.

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It’s important to know the Move Over Law in your state and for any state in which you are traveling.

AAA’s Digest of Motor Laws is a free, online resource, containing a compendium of laws and rules related to driving and owning a motor vehicle in the United States and Canada. For more information log on to:

www.drivinglaws.AAA.com

Administration Office

1020 W. Hamilton Street, P.O. Box 1910 Allentown, PA 18105-1910

AAA EAST CENTRAL

Chairman: Vice Chairman: Vice Chairman: Vice Chairman: Vice Chairman:

Richard S. Hamilton James E. Broome, Jr. Douglas W. Caldwell Mary Lynn Laughlin Martha Hartle Munsch

Officers:

President: James E. Lehman Executive Vice President: Thomas J. Ashley Vice President of Operations: Allen J. Ruch Assistant Treasurer: Edith W. Martel Secretary: Robert H. Compton

Governing Board of Directors:

James E. Broome, Jr., Steve D. Bullock*, Douglas W. Caldwell, Charles O. Casto, Edward C. Coaxum, Jr., Robert S. Collins, Robert H. Compton, Jon E. Denney, Debra A. Dinnocenzo, Pamela C. Fritz, Richard S. Hamilton, James H. Kanicki, Mary Lynn Laughlin, Richard D. Linderman*, William Duff McCrady, James M. McDonnell, Thomas V. McKernan, Jr., Martha Hartle Munsch, Gary K. Munsie*

AAA EAST PENN REGION BOARD

Charles J. Kelly, Chairman, Llyena F. Boylan, 1st Vice Chairman, Carol Dean Henn, 2nd Vice Chairman/Secretary, Richard A. Adams**, William J. Albert**, Glenn B. Bachman, Charles R. Broderick**, Douglas W. Caldwell, Ralph A. Clemmer, Donald E. Ellis**, Barnet H. Fraenkel, G. Patrick Frank**, Pamela C. Fritz, Gregory E. Grim, James W. Harper**, Robert M. Johnson**, Joseph Kovatch**, Frederick E. Kutteroff, John P. Lavelle**, Richard D. Linderman, Franklin Mann 3rd**, Robert E. McNabb, Charles M. Meredith III**, Terrence L. Walton *Emeritus Directors **Honorary members

AAA East Penn Regional stores Hours

Allentown Bethlehem & Lansdale Store Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. : 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thurs. : 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Sat. : 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Royersford Store Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. : 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Thurs. : 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Sat. : 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Allentown 2072 Downyflake Ln. 610-434-5141 Bethlehem 1520 Stefko Blvd. 610-867-7502 Lansdale 1250 N. Broad St. 215-855-8600 royersford 70 Buckwalter Rd. 610-323-6300 TDDs 610-435-0226 • Visit us online: www.AAA.com Reservation Center: 1-800-472-9367

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Never Leave Your Child in a Hot Car W

hen the temperature rises, so does the risk of heatstroke in children who are left in a hot car. Last year, 44 children died of heatstroke in the U.S. That’s 44 children too many.

While driving around town on errands, it’s tempting to leave a child unattended to run into a store for a quick purchase. They may be sleeping sweetly in the back seat and we don’t want to disturb them. We may even forget they’re there. It’s a tragedy that can happen to even the best of parents or to caregivers unaccustomed to transporting kids.

The problem is, high temperatures inside a car, even on a mild and sunny day, can zoom up 20 degrees in just 10 minutes. The cars windows act like a greenhouse, trapping heat and sunlight inside. A 72-degree day can turn deadly for children because their bodies heat up to five times faster than adult bodies do. Rolling down the windows does little to keep a car cool. Heatstroke fatalities have occurred in cars parked in the shade with an outside temperature less than 80 degrees. Heatstroke can occur in temperatures as low as 57 degrees!

AAA is helping to raising awareness of the dangers of leaving children in hot cars. After all, it is a safety hazard that is completely preventable. Use the following tips from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to keep your youngest family members safe: • Never leave your child unsupervised in a vehicle, even for a minute. In over half of heatstroke cases, the child was “forgotten” by the caregiver.

aaa’s Safe Driving for Mature Operators Course

Auto Insurance Save $$ onPremiums

AAA’s four-hour and eight-hour programs have been approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for an insurance reduction.

To qualify for the insurance reduction, all named insureds on the policy must be 55 years of age or older and successfully complete a AAA driver improvement course which meets PennDOT standards.

Choose from the following 8-hour courses ALLENTOWN: AUGUST 26 & 27 BETHLEHEM: JULY 15 & 16 LANSDALE: SEPTEMBEr 9 & 10 ROYERSFORD: SEPTEMBEr 17 & 18

2072 DOWNYFLAKE LANE 9:15 A.M. TO 1:15 P.M. 1520 STEFKO BOULEvArD TUES./WED. 9:15 A.M. TO 1:15 P.M. 1250 N. BrOAD STrEET TUES./WED. 12:30 P.M. TO 4:30 P.M. 70 BUCKWALTEr rOAD WED./THUrS. 5:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.

TUES./WED.

KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS High body temperatures can cause permanent injury to the brain and other vital organs, as well as heat stroke and death. The body’s ability to cool itself becomes overwhelmed when its core temperature gets to 104 degrees— a temperature of 107 is lethal.

Symptoms of heatstroke include: • Red, hot and moist or dry skin • No sweating • Strong rapid pulse or a slow weak pulse • Throbbing headache • Dizziness • Nausea • Confusion • Being grouchy or acting strangely Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration • Keep your car locked when you’re not in it so kids don’t get inside on their own. In almost a third of cases, a child got into the vehicle by themselves and became trapped.

• Keep car keys and remote entry devices out of children’s sight and reach.

• Teach children that cars are not safe places to play.

• When the car seat is empty, place a large teddy bear or other stuffed animal in it. Remove it to the front seat as a visual reminder when you put a child in the seat.

• Be extra careful about looking in the car before locking it, and remember to look in both the front and back seats.

• If it’s not your routine to drop a child off at daycare, have your spouse or the usual drop-off person call you to be sure the child was not left in the car.

• Call 911 immediately if you see a child alone in a vehicle.

Choose from the following 4-hour courses

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8-hour courses

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(both must be AAA members)

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Non-Member: $25

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aaa Member: $15 aaa Member: $10 AAA Member & Spouse: AAA Member & Spouse: $20 per couple $15 per couple

ALLENTOWN: JULY 23 AUGUST 13 BETHLEHEM: JULY 30 LANSDALE: AUGUST 12 ROYERSFORD: AUGUST 6

2072 DOWNYFLAKE LANE 9:15 A.M. TO 1:15 P.M. 9:15 A.M. TO 1:15 P.M. 1520 STEFKO BOULEvArD WEDNESDAY 9:15 A.M. TO 1:15 P.M. 1250 N. BrOAD STrEET TUESDAY 9:15 A.M. TO 1:15 P.M. 70 BUCKWALTEr rOAD WEDNESDAY 9:15 A.M. TO 1:15 P.M. WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY

To qualify for the four-hour refresher course, participants must be 55 years of age or older and have taken AAA’s eight-hour or four-hour Safe Driving for Mature Operators course within the past three years.

To register for a course in Allentown or Bethlehem, call 610-434-5141; Royersford or Lansdale, call 800-564-0300.

Representatives from Pennsylvania AAA Clubs gathered recently in Harrisburg for their anual Pennsylvania AAA Federation Public And Government Affairs Day. AAA East Central Legislative Affairs Director, Theresa Podguski is pictured with Representative Micheal Schlossberg (D-Allentown).

AAA staff members participated in discussions with state legislators and senior state government officials on crucial topics and issues affecting Pennsylvania’s motorists.

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AAA Premier is the Perfect Summer Travel Companion

Enhanced member benefits include 200 miles free towing

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othing matches the independence and adventure of a summer road trip. If you’re hitting the open road this year, upgrade to AAA Premier membership. You’ll enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing you’ll be able to continue your vacation no matter what surprises you may encounter in your travels.

AAA Premier offers AAA’s most comprehensive package of services and roadside benefits, providing members with the highest level of protection while away from home.

AAA Premier includes one car tow of up to 200 miles per household per membership year, in addition to three remaining calls, which can be tows of up to 100 miles each. Extended road service coverage allows you to have a greater selection of trusted mechanics to repair your vehicle, including the more than 8,000 AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities across North America.

If your vehicle does need to be towed, you’ll also qualify for a one-day complimentary standard rental car (up

to $55). If you rent from Hertz, you will receive a second day’s rental free on a minimum two-day emergency rental.

There is no need to worry about incurring additional costs while waiting for your car to be repaired. AAA Premier also includes trip interruption protection. Members are eligible for up to $1,500 toward the cost of accommodations and transportation, should travel plans be delayed or interrupted overnight (when driving 100 miles or more from home) due to an accident, mechanical breakdown, car theft or illness. In addition, members qualify for up to $500 in vehicle return coverage if car issues result in the use of substitute transportation. You’ll soon be back on the road and en route to your summer getaway.

AAA Premier benefits continue throughout your trip. Call the toll-free phone number on the back of your AAA Premier card to receive personalized concierge services while traveling on a domestic or international trip of at least 100 driving miles from home. The concierge service can help with everything from restaurant reservations

STEP UP TO AAA PREMIER — AAA Premier will go as far as life can take you. take aaa to the next level Call or stop by your local AAA branch office to upgrade to AAA Premier, or contact the Club’s Member Service Call Center at 800-472-9367. Visit AAA.comPremier to review a comparison of basic, AAA Plus and Premier benefits.

to golf tee times to shopping and more.

If you should lose your wallet or need medical referrals or prescription replacement while away, you’re covered thanks to 24/7 Global Emergency Assistance, also included in AAA Premier membership. Call the same toll-free number on the back of your card, and you’ll be connected to a local contact who can help you figure out the next steps to take to solve your problem.

The benefits of AAA Premier membership last all year, and extend to all AAA members in your household.

Most of the benefits pay for themselves in just one use. Even if you may not have summer plans, or aren’t a frequent traveler, chances are someone in your family will use Premier benefits at least once this year.

The AAA Premier upgrade is available for an annual fee of just $35 per household, in addition to the members’ basic and Plus membership dues. Premier can be added at any time to an existing membership (benefits subject to 7-day waiting period).

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*Sprint Discount Program Offer ends 08/31/2014. Activ. Fee: $36/line. Credit approval required. Month-to-month term. Sprint Discount Program (SDP) Discount: Available for eligible company employees or org. members (ongoing verification). Discount subject to change according to the company's agreement with Sprint and are available upon request for monthly svc charges on select plans. Discount only applies to data buy-ups/add-ons for Unlimited, My Way and Framily plans, Talk 450, and primary line on Talk Share 700. SDP Visa Prepaid Card Offer: Offer ends 08/31/2014. Available only to eligible SDP accounts with valid Corp. ID. While supplies last. Excludes tablets. Device requires activation at point of sale. Visa Prepaid Card request must be made at sprint.com/promo or Visa Prepaid Card will be declined. New line must remain active and in good standing for 30 days to receive Visa Prepaid Card. Subject to CL corporate gifting policy. Allow 10-12 wks for delivery. May not be combinable with other offers. Other req. may apply for installment customers. See store or sprint.com for details. Visa Prepaid Card: Cards are issued by Citibank, N.A. pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and managed by Citi Prepaid Svcs. Cards will not have cash access and can be used everywhere Visa debit cards are accepted. Other Terms: Coverage and offer not available everywhere or for all devices.

See sprint.com/coverage for coverage details. You can view the Sprint privacy policy at sprint.com/privacy. May not be combinable with other offers. Restrictions apply. See store or sprint.com for details. ©2014 Sprint. All rights reserved. Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. The HTC logo, and HTC One are the trademarks of HTC Corporation. Other marks are the property of their respective owners.

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AAA Announces 2014 4th Annual Scholarship Recipients Safety Patrol T Night at Coca-Cola Park

he AAA Scholarship Selection Committee recently announced the 2014 AAA East Penn Safety Patrol Scholarship recipients. Scholarships totaling $10,000 were awarded to Emily Abraham, Methacton High School, Eagleville, Adrian Carbone, Souderton Area High School, Souderton and Mary Hettrick, Pottstgrove High School, Pottstown.

Abraham and Carbone have each been awarded a $4,000 scholarship to be given in $1,000 annual stipends for study at an accredited, four-year college or university. Hettrick has been awarded a $2,000 scholarship to be given in $1,000 annual stipends for study at an accredited, four-year college or university.

Abraham, daughter of Brian and Jodi Abraham, was a member of the Safety Patrol at Audubon Elementary, Audubon.

She is a member of the National Honor Society and is Captain of the cheerleading team.

Carbone, son of Salvatore and Wendy Carbone, was a member of the Safety Patrol at Oak Ridge Elementary School, Abraham Harleysville. He is currently a member of the Future Business Leaders of America and a member of the National Honor Society, Link Crew and Economics Challenge Club.

Carbone Hettrick, daughter of David Hettrick and Margreat Mcllvee, was a member of the Safety Patrol at Ringing Rocks Elementary School, Pottstown.

She is a member of the Skills USA and HOSA organizations.

Hettrick

High school seniors who were members of their School Safety Patrol in grade school are eligible to apply for the AAA East Penn Safety Patrol Scholarship. Applications can be obtained in January of each school year through the high school guidance office.

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o honor and recognize the valuable contribution Safety Patrollers make in our local schools, AAA East Central sponsored the 4th Annual Safety Patrol Night at Coca-Cola Park on Tuesday, June 3, 2014.

The Safety Patrollers dedicate their time to guide and protect their fellow students while also fostering citizenship, leadership skills and community involvement. All the safety patrollers who attended the baseball game wore their safety patrol belts and participated in a pre-game parade around the field with Lehigh Valley IronPigs mascot, FeFe leading the parade.

This year’s Safety Patroller of the Year was Adam Matulevich, from Gwynedd Square Elementary School in Lansdale, and the Outstanding Safety Patroller award recipient was Matt

Randall Pavone, from Neidig Elementary School in Quakertown. The students were recognized when they each threw out a ceremonial first-pitch prior to the start of the game.

Adam and Matt were nominated by their Safety Patrol Supervisors and chosen based on several criteria including writing an essay entitled, “How Participating in My School Safety Patrol Helped Me Become a Better Leader”.

For information on how to start a AAA Safety Patrol Program in your school, contact AAA East Central’s Public Affairs Department at 610.434.5141.

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AAA Emergency Road Service AAA’s 24-hour Emergency Road Service means there is always a person to call in case of an automotive emergency. We’ll rescue you and your vehicle to get you back on the road as quickly as possible with a dedicated network of more than 13,000 Emergency Road Service facilities across the U.S.A. and Canada.

AAA assistance includes changing a flat tire, jumping a dead battery or mobile battery testing and replacement service, delivering emergency gasoline or fuel, lock out and key service, or when all else fails, towing your car. We’ll provide the assistance to help get you behind the wheel again as quickly and safely as possible. No one provides better roadside assistance than AAA. AAA Emergency Road Service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and is designed to assist you in an emergency when your vehicle, or the vehicle in which you are a passenger, becomes disabled.

Your membership coverage applies only to those emergency and towing services listed in this guide. AAA coverage entitles each AAA member in the Primary Member’s household to four service calls per membership year. After four calls, members will be charged for service.

To Obtain Service AAA is only a phone call or click away! In case of an automotive emergency, call the AAA number listed on your AAA membership card. You’ll be connected to our 24-hour dispatch center or the AAA club in the area from which you are calling. You can even request emergency road service online at AAA.com. To help speed our response, be prepared to: • Provide your name, membership number and your club code (215) listed on your membership card.

• Give the exact location of your disabled vehicle and the nature of the trouble.

• Provide the vehicle’s year, make, color, and license plate number.

• If possible, provide a telephone number where you can be reached.

Unable to Locate the Vehicle If a service provider does not appear within the time stated by the AAA customer service representative, please call AAA back to let us know. The service provider may not have been able to locate your vehicle.

Present Membership Card and ID You may be asked to show a valid AAA membership card and your driver’s­­­­­ license or other acceptable photo identification. In the absence of proper identification, or, if your membership cannot be verified, the service representative will be obligated to charge you for the service. This charge will be reimbursed by AAA (less charges for services exceeding published limitations) upon submission of your receipt to AAA within 60 days and verification of your membership.

Cancel Unnecessary Calls If the requested service is no longer needed and the AAA service representative has not yet arrived, please call AAA immediately, as each service call is charged against the member’s record.

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Service Inclusions Mechanical First Aid The AAA emergency service representative will make minor mechanical repairs or adjustments to place a vehicle in safe driving condition. If needed and available, parts and the labor cost to install them are to be paid by the member. If the vehicle cannot be put into a drivable condition to proceed under its own power, towing service, as described in the Towing Services section, will be provided.

Flat Tire Service If the vehicle’s spare tire is inflated and serviceable, it will be installed in place of the vehicle’s flat tire. If not, the towing provision will apply. (Note: Tire rotation, installation/removal of tire chains and snow tire change-over are not emergency road services.)

Battery Service A battery boost will be provided in an attempt to s­ tart the vehicle. If the vehicle cannot be started in this manner, towing provisions will apply. In most service territories, AAA can also quickly test your battery and electrical system. If needed, AAA can replace the battery on the spot with a AAA branded battery (at a special discounted member price.). The AAA battery includes a 3-year full replacement warranty.

Fuel Delivery Service An emergency supply of fuel will be delivered to a member’s disabled vehicle enabling the member to reach the nearest service station. The member will be charged for the fuel at current pump prices. Specific quantities, brand, or octane ratings cannot be promised, nor can availability.

AAA Plus: Provides sufficient free emergency fuel to enable you to reach the nearest service station, when your vehicle runs out of fuel.

Towing Services When your vehicle cannot be safely driven after attempting any of the listed emergency services, your vehicle will be towed (once per breakdown) to the facility rendering the service, or up to three miles in any direction (except to salvage yards) from the point of disablement at no charge. Charges for service that exceeds the benefits listed will be at the prevailing hourly or mileage rate for the region where service is provided. In instances when your vehicle becomes disabled

while towing a light-duty trailer, service will be provided for the trailer. You will be required to pay for trailer towing. All vehicles must be free of snow and ice prior to towing.

AAA Plus: Provides up to 100 miles of free towing, in any direction from the point of disablement, to the destination of your choice.

AAA Premier: Increases one tow to a maximum 200 miles plus a free one-day rental car.

Extrication/Winching Your vehicle will be pulled out of a ditch by being extricated/winched when it can be safely reached from a normally traveled or established thoroughfare (driveways must be cleared of snow or ice). If special equipment, additional service personnel or vehicles are required, the associated costs will be at the member’s expense.

AAA Plus: Provides a second truck and second driver, for up to one hour, if your situation requires it.

Lockout Service If your keys are locked inside the vehicle, service will be sent to gain entrance. If your keys are lost, broken, or the service provider cannot gain entrance to your vehicle, locksmith service up to $60 or, if a AAA locksmith is not available, reimbursement for locksmith service up to $60, will be provided.

In cases where the vehicle cannot be made operable, towing services will be provided according to our towing provision.

AAA Plus: Provides up to a total of $100 in parts and labor to gain entry or make vehicle operable.

AAA Premier: Provides up to $150 for Locksmith, $100 Home Lockout Service.

Service Limitations Members requiring more than four road service calls during their membership year will be charged for the fifth call and each succeeding call at the time of service.

AAA Plus, AAA Plus RV, and AAA Premier services become effective seven days after receipt of your dues.

Special Assistance When your vehicle cannot be made operable upon providing the services listed in this guide, AAA will assist you in finding the nearest open place of repair. If a repair facility cannot be located, we will assist you in obtaining lodging or alternate transportation, which will be at your expense.

Types of Vehicles Serviced Service applies to all properly licensed and inspected four-wheeled motor-driven vehicles of the passenger, pleasure or

recreational type - provided that services can be safely delivered. If specific towing equipment is requested, but not required to safely transport the vehicle, the associated cost will be at your expense.

Dual-wheel campers/motor homes are eligible for all services except towing, extrication/winching and tire service.

Dual-wheel unloaded pickup trucks are eligible for all services except tire services.

Rented passenger vehicles, as well as four-wheeled commercial vehicles, (excluding taxis, limousines and vehicles with snow plows attached) are eligible for services. Motorcycles are ineligible for all services. Refer to the AAA Plus RV section for motorcycle coverage.

Weather Emergencies During severe weather conditions, AAA reserves the right to suspend service temporarily if the vehicle is already in a place of safety, such as a private or public garage, driveway, etc. AAA will provide service to the vehicle after the weather emergency is over.

Alternate Service If you have followed the procedure outlined to obtain emergency road service, and AAA service is not available, you may obtain your own service, pay for it and submit the original receipt to your AAA club within 60 days. Reimbursement will be based on the prevailing commercial rate for the region where the vehicle was disabled. In instances where the AAA contractor access is legally restricted (toll roads, limited-access highways), reimbursement will be provided for all covered services. If AAA service was available, but not requested, reimbursement may be limited to the amount the club would normally have paid for the covered service.

No reimbursements will be made by AAA on charges incurred when a member’s vehicle is removed from the street or under direction of the police because of illegal parking, traffic violations, or other illegal activities. Storage charges and clean-up fees from the scene of a traffic accident are also not eligible for reimbursement.

Members having more than four road service calls during their membership year are not eligible for alternate service reimbursement.

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ULTIMATE ALASKA! Winter Wonderland Tour

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Feb 26–March 8

An extraordinary chance to witness the Northern Lights, the world-famous Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race and Alaska’s wonderful winter wildlife & wilderness!

MEMBERS ONLY: Book by 7/31 & save!

Basic: $50 Plus: $75 Premier: $100 PER ROOM • NEW BOOKINGS ONLY

See the “real” Alaska that summer visitors never see!

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laska in February? Crazy, right?

Make that “crazy awesome”! In today’s lingo that translates into unique, unusual and you-need-to-experience-it-to-believe-it!

It’s true: AAA’s Ultimate Alaska Winter Wonderland tour does depart on Feb 26, right in the middle of Old Man Winter’s reign. But that’s exactly what makes this trip so special. This is when 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 natural phenomenon known as the Aurora Borealis.

What can make it even more special are the discounts available only to members who book & deposit through 7/31/14: Premier members save $100, Plus members save $75 and basic members save $50 off the regular member rate!

It all begins in the interior city of Fairbanks. After settling in and enjoying a city tour, including visits to the Thompson Cultural Center and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, embark on nighttime excursions in search of the beguiling Aurora Borealis. This natural light display in the sky can vary in brightness from barely visible to the naked eye to bright enough to read at night.

Named after the Roman goddess of dawn (Aurora) and the Greek name for the north wind (Boreas) and visible

Meet mushers...

approximately 200 nights a year on average in this part of Alaska, the Northern Lights unfailingly mesmerize and thrill those fortunate to see them. On 2 separate nights, ascend hilltops beyond the reach of the man-made urban “light pollution” generated by downtown Fairbanks; these naturally dark locales are ideal for far-off Aurora and up-close wildlife viewing opportunities.

The next morning, board the Alaska Railroad, which features grand picture windows and open-air vestibules — excellent for unobstructed photos of the Great Land. In winter, the land along your full-day route to Anchorage takes on a quiet, mystical character.

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Alaska’s largest city...or opt to flightsee through the Chugach Mountains...or try dog sledding with an Iditarod musher!

Follow scenic Seward Highway, arguably one of the most beautiful stretches of road in America, past Chugach State Park’s 3,000-foot-high mountains jutting up on your left. On the right, the sprawling, sometimes-4-mile-wide flats of Turnagain Arm stretch like a plain to the opposite shores of Cook Inlet, where mammoth sloping mountains abruptly stop their flat expanse. Each turn reveals another scenic wonder!

& their dogs!

Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to see wildlife close up and then the Alaska Sealife Center for an in-depth look above and below the water.

Spend 2 nights and a full day at leisure at the luxurious Alyeska, Alaska’s only 4-diamond hotel & restaurant and its premier year-round resort. Nestled in a lush valley surrounded by mountain peaks, hanging glaciers and spectacular ocean views, the Alyeska offers luxurious accommodations and convenient access to the magnificent Alaskan wilderness. Relax at the on-site spa or take advantage of optional activities such as dog sledding, snow machining (Alaskan for “snowmobiling”), flightseeing, downhill skiing or showshoeing. An included tram ride offers spectacular views of the valley.

Back in Anchorage, tour the historic downtown and lakes Hood & Spenard. Visit the Alaska Zoo for a behind-the-scenes tour. End the day at the Mushers’ Banquet festivities and dinner for participants (the human ones, at least!) of the world-famous Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. See the winner’s trophy, meet & mingle with mushers and enjoy a great meal all in one evening. continued on next page

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Meet 4-time Iditarod champion Martin Buser at his Happy Trails Kennel. Hear personal stories while glimpsing the grandeur Alaska has to offer along the Iditarod Trail.

Return to Anchorage’s Iditarod Headquarters and see a replica Iditarod Trail station.

Next morning, grab a great spot along 4th Avenue for the city start of the Iditarod festivities. See mushers from all over the world and enjoy a variety of other Iditarodrelated activities. In the afternoon, catch some of the many fascinating cultural opportunities on offer at the Alaska Native Heritage Center.

Venture north on your last day, stopping in Wasilla (hometown of Alaska’s best known ex-governor) for the day’s on-your-own lunch items. At Willow, the official Re-Start of the Iditarod Trail Dog Sled Race, watch the mushers and their teams dash off on their arduous 1,131-mile journey to Nome.

Given the popularity of this tour’s past departures, dash off now to reserve your spot!

1-800-552-6679 • AAA.com/travel EXPERIENCE ALL THIS...AND MORE!

Fairbanks • Aurora Borealis Viewings • Morris Thompson Cultural Center • Trans-Alaska Pipeline • Alaska Railroad • Talkeetna • Seward Highway • Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center • Alaska Sealife Center • Alyeska Resort • Alyeska Tram Ride • Anchorage • Alaska Native Heritage Center • Alaska Zoo • Mushers Banquet • Happy Trails Kennel • Iditarod Race Headquarters (Ceremonial & Official Starts) • Additional Optional Adventures Available!

Feb 26–March 8 • AAA Member Rate: $2,955 Before-discount rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, hotel luggage handling (1 bag per person), motorcoach sightseeing transportation, excursions/admissions as noted in itinerary, 14 meals, in-Alaska guide, hand warmers and services of a AAA Tour Manager (if minimumparticipation goal is met). Ask about available add-on airfare. Visit AAA.com/GoAlaska for details.

EXPERIENCE SNOWCOACHING & SNOWMOBILING!

Enjoy a amid winter’s off-peak solitude!

YELLOWSTONE IN WINTER Begin this unique and awesome off-season adventure in SALT LAKE CITY UT; see Temple Square and witness the awesome power of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir (schedule permitting). Travel to WEST YELLOWSTONE MT, gateway to Yellowstone National Park. Ride private vintage snowcoaches (heated!) to see Firehole Falls, Old Faithful and wildlife. Drive through majestic Grand Teton National Park to JACKSON HOLE WY, where you may choose to ride a sleigh through the National Elk Refuge and visit the National Museum of Wildlife Art or, for an additional fee, opt for a Granite Hot Springs snowmobile tour (bring a swimsuit!). Drive through Snake River Canyon and visit Utah Olympic Park before heading home.

Jan 31–Feb 5 • AAA Member Rate: $2,189 Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip flights (Philadelphia–Salt Lake City), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, luggage handling (1 bag per person), accommodations, motorcoach sightseeing & admissions (as indicated), 9 meals, services of a AAA Tour Manager (if minimumparticipation goal is met), taxes, gratuities for guide & driver. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details. Visit AAA.com/ travel for more information.

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Jackson Hole Snowmobile Adventure Package

The only thing that can beat the exhilaration of snowmobiling is snowmobiling through the splendor of America’s mountain West at Jackson Hole WY! Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned snowmobiler, this package is for lovers of adventure and natural beauty. Start in the Gros Ventre Mountain Range — a great opportunity to view wildlife.

Follow trails framing Jackson Hole Valley and enjoy incredible views of the Tetons. Along the way, sightings of elk, deer, moose, coyote and bighorn sheep are common.

Travel through Grand Teton National Park on your way to a full day of snowcoach touring in Yellowstone National Park.

Enjoy all that Jackson Hole has to offer on your own for a day.

Then head into the Wyoming Range for unforgettable scenery and exciting rides. Bring a swimsuit, because you’re in for a treat — a full-day snowmobile adventure with Granite Hot Springs as your destination.

After an easy 11-mile groomed Forest Service trail, soak in the 106-degree natural hot spring waters and enjoying a poolside BBQ, all the while surrounded by snow-covered mountains. It’s an experience to remember!

Feb 7-13 or Feb 14-20 • AAA Member Rate: $1,875 Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability and includes roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, 10 meals, entrance fees (national parks/attractions/ activities), 3 days of guided snowmobile touring with instruction, all necessary equipment (helmet, gloves, snowsuit, boots, etc), 1-day guided snowcoach tour of Yellowstone National Park, tips for bellmen & included meals. Minimum age to operate a snowmobile in the National Forest is 14; must be accompanied by a parent.

Ask about available add-on airfare. Visit AAA.com/travel for more information.

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SEE THIS FAMOUS PARADE IN PERSON — FROM RESERVED SEATS!

Ring in 2015 at California’s Tournament of Roses festival PLUS...

Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Warner Brothers Studio Tour, Reagan Library & Museum, Pacific Coast Highway: Malibu to Santa Monica, New Year’s Eve party on Queen Mary, San Diego (Balboa Park, Old Town, La Jolla, San Diego Zoo, Midway Museum, Harbor Cruise), Winery Visit/Tasting, Lawrence Welk Resort Dinner Show

Dec 29–Jan 4 • AAA Member Rate: from $3,829 Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip flights ((Philadelphia–Los Angeles, San Diego–Philadelphia), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, hotel luggage handling (1 per person), 11 meals, 2 cocktail parties, reserved parade seat, taxes/gratuities on included items, local tour manager and services of a AAA Tour Manager (if participation goal is met). Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details. Visit AAA.com/travel for details.

Extend your summer into fall & winter in HAWAII, MEXICO or the CARIBBEAN with PLEASANT HOLIDAYS! GET $50.00 OFF per room on new 2014 bookings of Hawaii, Mexico or Caribbean vacations of 7 nights or longer.

Ask how to save an ADDITIONAL $25.00 OFF per person when your qualifying vacation includes airfare!

Consider these AAA Travel Agent recommendations:

AAA MEMBER BENEFIT Receive a $50 certificate per booking toward the purchase of optional sightseeing or activity.

A savings will be applied in place of credit at select Caribbean islands.

Book & deposit by 7/31/14. New bookings only.

Not combinable with other offers. Restrictions apply.

OAHU, HAWAII

RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO

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For the quintessential Aloha experience, escape to the beachfront Hilton Hawaiian Village® Waikiki Beach Resort.

Enjoy 22 acres of lush tropical gardens, waterfalls, exotic wildlife and artwork. Spa, fitness center, shops, twice-weekly fireworks!

Enjoy unlimited luxury for adults 18 and older at these Secrets beachfront resorts — Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun, Capri Riviera Cancun or Silversands Riviera Cancun. Indulge in opulence and get swept away in the romantic ambiance.

Enjoy the most spacious rooms in Aruba at Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino. Experience the exclusive Tradewinds Club, an upscale resort-within-aresort with beach and concierge services. Relax on large private balconies and at 3 pools.

Visit AAA.com/Travel for many other options like these.

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An already perfect cruise is even better... when it’s from AAA Vacations® DATE NTS

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9/1 7 Riviera Western Mediterranean: Rome to Barcelona 9/5 10 Reflection Eastern Mediterranean: r/t from Civitavecchia 9/5 11 Noordam Western Mediterranean: Venice to Rome 9/7 7 Allure of the Seas Western Caribbean: r/t from Ft Lauderdale

9/13 7 Westerdam Alaska Inside Passage: r/t from Seattle 9/27 15 Island Princess Panama Canal: San Francisco to Ft Lauderdale 10/13 14 Infinity Transatlantic: Harwich to Ft Lauderdale 10/18 11 Coral Princess Panama Canal: r/t from Ft Lauderdale 10/18 7 Star Princess California Coast: r/t from San Francisco 10/19 6 Summit Eastern Caribbean: Bayonne to San Juan 11/1 15 Silhouette Transatlantic: Civitavecchia to Ft Lauderdale 11/1 7 Westerdam Eastern Caribbean: r/t from Ft Lauderdale 11/2 7 Allure of the Seas Western Caribbean: r/t from Ft Lauderdale

11/4 15 Infinity Panama Canal: Ft Lauderdale to San Diego 12/7 7 Freedom of the Seas Western Caribbean: r/t from Pt Canaveral 12/13 7 Oasis of the Seas Eastern Caribbean: r/t from Ft Lauderdale

AAA VACATIONS® AMENITIES

Wine tasting, tasting-menu bottle of wine, prepaid gratuities $100 onboard credit, priority check-in Pinnacle Grill & Canaletto dinners, culinary event, cookbook $50 onboard credit, priority check-in, in-cabin Champagne, 1 specialty-restaurant dinner for 2 Pinnacle Grill dinner, culinary event, cookbook $75 onboard credit, preferred check-in, wine tasting $100 onboard credit, priority check-in $50 onboard credit, priority check-in, wine tasting $50 onboard credit, priority check-in, wine tasting $50 onboard credit, priority check-in $100 onboard credit, priority check-in Pinnacle Grill Dinner, culinary event, cookbook, strawberries $50 onboard credit, priority check-in, in-cabin Champagne, 1 specialty-restaurant dinner for 2 $100 onboard credit, priority check-in $50 onboard credit, priority check-in, in-cabin Champagne $50 onboard credit, priority check-in, in-cabin Champagne, 1 specialty-restaurant dinner for 2

BEST-PRICE GUARANTEE Find a better rate for the exact same cruise itinerary & experience within 24 hours of booking ® and AAA Vacations will match the lower rate; you’ll get a $50.00 future-travel credit certificate!

24/7 MEMBER CARE HELP DESK Get peace of mind when you need emergency assistance while traveling: toll-free domestic number and collect-call instructions for international travelers.

Amenities listed are per stateroom. Ask your AAA Travel Agent for complete amenity details.

AAA Vacations® amenities are combinable with exclusive AAA Member Benefits; ask a AAA Travel Agent for details. Offers listed here available only on AAA Vacations® departures. New bookings only. Visit AAA.com/travel for details & restrictions.

Be a snowbird & escape winter for up to a month: Rent a furnished Florida “nest” for you, your family and / or your friends!

Just because you don’t own a home in Florida is no reason you can’t be a “snowbird” and live the leisurely (and warm!) life-style of the Sunshine State for up 28 nights (Saturday-to-Saturday weeks) in early 2015.

AAA Travel has just what you need: 2- or 4-week Saturday-to-Saturday rentals of a roomy furnished vacation home in peaceful Port Charlotte!

On the southwest Gulf Coast just 100 miles south of Tampa and 65 miles north of Naples, Port Charlotte is a premier ecotourism destination that’s off the beaten path and free of crowds, yet offers sailing, boating, fishing, birding, shopping, dining, arts & more.

One of Sail magazine’s 10 Greatest Places to Sail, the Charlotte Harbor area offers nature adventures like canoe/kayak paddling on 53 Blueways trails, exploring 5 national wild-life refuges and discovering prime birding opportunities. There are more than 70 parks & preserves, 16 golf courses and numerous sporting events and recreational facilities. Cultural pursuits include visual arts, theater, dance and music (Port Charlotte is home to the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra). It’s no wonder Money magazine called it Best Place to Retire.

Choose from a selection of attractively landscaped homes, and use yours as a base from which to explore the local area’s uncrowded beaches and/or the many attractions within comfortable driving distance. Or just settle in, take advantage of the screened-in swimming pool and laugh at winter back home!

Get away from it all...or invite family and/or friends to share some Florida fun with you.

These 3-bedroom/2-bathroom (some with 2.5) homes can comfortably sleep 6 (bedding/ linens provided). They feature fully equipped kitchens (dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator/freezer, microwave) and dining areas for everyone to gather in...screened-in heated pools for swimming, lounging and loafing! Living rooms feature entertainment centers (with cable). Optional weekly cleaning/linen service is available for an additional fee.

Imagine not having to shovel snow this winter...and watching the sun set over the Gulf of Mexico instead. Forget about bundling up just to go to the corner store...and slipping

into a soothing pool after dining on your patio instead. With AAA’s help, you can look forward to winter this year; contact a AAA travel agent now!

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18106 Lake Worth Blvd............... 1/31–2/14 (2 weeks)............. $3,035 18130 Lake Worth Blvd............... 1/31–2/14 (2 weeks)............. $2,775 18239 Temple Ave....................... 1/31–2/28 (4 weeks)............. $5,270 22491 Cezane.............................. 2/28–3/14 (2 weeks)............. $2,980 18106 Lake Worth Blvd................ 3/7–3/21 (2 weeks).............. $3,100 3495 Larue St............................... 3/28–4/11 (2 weeks)............. $2,515

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

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Bunratty Folk Park • Medieval banquet in a castle • Cliffs of Moher • Flying Boat Museum • Killarney National Park • Ring of Kerry • Skellig Experience • Moll’s Gap • Waterford Crystal • Dinner & song at a pub • Dublin: tour & free time ...AND MUCH, MUCH MORE!

Oct 5-12 • AAA Member Rate: $1,459 Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, guided motorcoach sightseeing, entrance fees, 11 meals (including Bunratty Castle medieval banquet/entertainment & Merry Ploughboy pub dinner/ entertainment), in-Ireland tour director, hotel luggage handling (1 piece per person), hotel taxes & service charges. Ask about available add-on airfare. Visit AAA.com/GoIreland for itinerary and information.

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. AAA 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. AAA 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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May 12-21 AAA Member Rate: $1,899

Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, motorcoach sightseeing, itinerary attraction admissions, local taxes, hotel service charges & baggage handling (1 bag per person), walking-tour audio headsets, 15 meals (including Kate Kearney’s Cottage Irish Night, “Food, Folk & Fairies” dinner show at Brazen Head Pub and 3 table d’hote dinners) and in-Ireland professional guide & driver. Ask about available add-on airfare.

Finding the hotel that’s just right for you and your family just got a whole lot easier: AAA.com’s new HOTELS finder lets you set custom parameters (location, price, quality-level, available amenities, etc) and sort them by preference. Check it out before you check in!

A — You can search by specific hotel name or hotel chain name.

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Identity Theft Doesn’t Take a Vacation

ProtectMyID Deluxe helps secure your private info While you’re taking in the sights

on your summer vacation, identity thieves may be helping themselves to your personal information.

Approximately 13.1 million U.S. consumers suffered identity fraud in 2013, according to Javelin Strategy & Research’s “2014 Identity Fraud Report.”

Identity thieves stole a total of $18 billion from these victims.

There are several ways you can protect your personal data while traveling this summer: • B efore leaving for your trip, suspend newspaper and mail delivery to prevent anything from being stolen from your mailbox.

• N ever carry sensitive documents such as your Social Security card, birth certificate or passport in your purse or wallet. Other items to leave at home include your checkbook, extra credit cards, PIN, spare keys and anything with

account passwords or your Social Security number.

• Protect your mobile devices by requiring a password to unlock them. Require additional passwords for individual apps that contain personal information, such as banking or social media accounts.

• If you need to deposit or withdraw money, visit a bank’s branch, rather than an ATM kiosk.

ATMs located in high-traffic tourist areas can put you at risk for data skimming.

• Delay online banking until you can access a secured WiFi connection. Others using the same unsecured WiFi network could intercept your credit card or banking information.

• Do not post “check-ins”, photos or tweets on social media while you are away. These are a clear sign you are not at home. You can

share your vacation highlights online when you return.

Even when taking these precautions to protect your identity, it is impossible for you to monitor your personal information 24/7. This is why it is crucial to have a professional monitoring service that can do just that.

ProtectMyID Deluxe, available to AAA East Central members at just $8.95 per month (a 56% discount) includes the following advanced features: • Daily monitoring of all three credit reports (Experian, TransUnion and Equifax) for new credit cards, loans, delinquent payments and more • Experian credit report with score at the time of signup • ChildSecure: A feature that monitors minor children’s identity • Notification if change of address has been detected • Daily Internet scans for signs of identity fraud

TRAVELERS A TARGET — Everyone enjoys a relaxing vacation, but don’t let your guard down.

• E-mail alerts advising of changes to credit reports, as well as monthly “all clear” notifications • Fraud resolution support • Lost wallet and card protection and assistance • $1 million identity theft insurance* For more information, and to subscribe to ProtectMyID Deluxe at a special members-only price of just $8.95 a month, simply go to AAA.com/ProtectMyID or call 1.877.440.6943. To enroll, you must have a valid email address and be 18 or older.

*Identity theft insurance underwritten by insurance company subsidiaries or affiliates of American International Group, Inc. (AIG). The description herein is a summary and intended for informational purposes only and does not include all terms, conditions and exclusions of the policies described. Please refer to the actual policies for terms, conditions and exclusions of coverage. Coverage may not be available in all jurisdictions.

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Hawaii Cruising with NCL & AAA aurants provide refined choices; experience a Brazilianchurrascaria or a Chicago steakhouse or dine on expertly prepared sushi, traditional French bistro or Italian trattoria fare — it’s all onboard. And it’s all delicious.

The freedom continues with entertainment for all. From Broadway shows to adults-only clubs where you can dance ’til dawn to supervised activities for kids & teens. Pools with slides, WiiTM on 2-story screens, modern fitness centers, expansive spas, fun kids & teens programs, wine tastings, an always exciting casino and more are all waiting for you onboard.

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excitement, retreat to accommodations designed for the way you cruise.

Bring your sweet dreams to a balcony stateroom, a 2-bedroom family suite or a stylish studio for solo travelers.

There’s a large selection of oceanview & inside staterooms; NCL has a higher percentage of balcony rooms than any other line.

After settling into your at-sea digs, get set to visit 3 other Hawaiian isles — Maui, Hawaii (the Big Island) and Kauai.

A surplus of natural splendor and the genuine hospitality of its people help to make Maui Hawaii’s second most popular island. Explore the fas-

cinating history of Lahaina. Picnic at a plantation, plant yourself on a pristine beach or play one of the world’s most beautiful golf courses.

Hilo is like one giant greenhouse with spectacular tropical flowers at every turn. Visit well-preserved historic buildings, dating to the turn of the 20th century and showcasing Hawaii’s unique architecture. Nearby Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is home of the active volcano, Kilauea.

Kona offers the quintessential Hawaii experience. Sunny, warm weather and crystal-blue waters entice visitors to partake in a variety of surfside fun. Snorkel among a kaleidoscope of

tropical marine life, take a surfing lesson, enjoy a kayaking trip or head out for deep-sea fishing.

Named after wiliwili trees which once lined its picturesque harbor, Nawiliwili is your gateway to what many believe to be Hawaii’s most beautiful island, Kauai. On the “Garden Island,” nature is truly the star, from the dramatic mountains of Kokee to the cool rain forests of Haena.

So, if you’ve been looking for the best possible Hawaiian Islands vacation experience, just calculate this simple equation: AAA Travel plus NCL equals great times, great value and great gifts!

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AAA MEMBER RATES are per person (double occupancy), are subject to availability at time of booking and include airport/ hotel transfers (for flights purchased through NCL), 2 pre-cruise nights at the Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa, USS Arizona Memorial/Pearl Harbor excursion, hotel/pier transfers, 7-night NCL Pride of America cruise accommodations/entertainment, most onboard meals, government taxes/fees, port charges and pier/airport transfers (for flights purchased through NCL).

Ship’s registry: USA. Ask about available add-on airfare.

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AUGUST 1-10, 2014 | BETHLEHEM, PA Sands Steel Stage on PNC Plaza

ZZ Top August 1 sponsored by ServiceMaster by Round the Clock Cleaning, IndependenceIT and WZZO

The Avett Brothers Opener: Sister Sparrow and the Dirty Birds

August 7

Jason Derulo August 3

The Moody Blues August 5

Steely Dan August 6

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Rental Car Conundrum Area Students To buy or not to buy the insurance Represent Pennsylvania

By Robin Jones

What type of coverage does your personal insurance provide?

In general, your primary auto insurance will cover any accidents (less your deductible) that occur while driving a rental car as long as the driver involved in the accident is covered under your policy. Your liability insurance will cover injuries to others or damage to their property if you are at fault. Your collision coverage will pay for damage to the rental car resulting from a wreck, and your comprehensive coverage will take care of damages related to theft or vandalism. Also, if anything is stolen out of your rental car, your homeowners or renters insurance will generally cover the loss (less your deductible).

Whether or not you have full coverage on your own car, you may still want to consider the collision damage waiver offered by the rental car agency because it would make any accident easier to resolve. It’s also a good idea to ask your insurance agent if there are any situations in which your current policy would not extend to a rental car.

What protection does your credit card offer?

Many credit cards come with rental car insurance for accidents and theft.

Sometimes it’s primary insurance, the type that doesn’t require you to first file a claim with your auto insurance. More often it’s secondary insurance, which means it will only cover a loss after all other insurance options have been exhausted.

In either case, you usually have to book the rental car with the particular credit card for the coverage to apply. Call your credit card provider in advance and ask whether your card provides insurance—and whether the coverage has any limitations.

What do I need if I am renting a car in a foreign country?

U.S. auto insurance policies are typically honored in Canada but not in Mexico. You’ll likely need a separate insurance policy there. If you plan to drive your rental car across the U.S. border, check with your insurance company or the rental agency about added coverage.

Also, you can usually buy a policy from a storefront insurer at the border. If renting in Mexico, you will probably have to purchase whatever coverage the rental agency offers you.

In Nationwide Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills Competition T

wo students from Bethlehem Area Vocational Technical School traveled to the Motor City in June to represent Pennsylvania against students from all 50 states in the prestigious 2014 Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills National Finals. They finished 27th in the national Pennsylvaina State competition winner proudly competition. display their trophy. Matt Hitcho and Austin Matt Hitcho and Kochenash are pictured with their instructor Austin Kochenash, led Jeff Cantrel. by instructor Jeff Cantrel, won the Pennsylvania com- Kochenash had their automotive skills petition in May at Northampton tested with a written exam and timed Community College, Bethlehem, to earn event which included diagnosing and a spot in the National Finals at Ford repairing intentionally installed “bugs” on Motor Company World Headquarters in a Ford vehicle.

Dearborn, Michigan. The duo competed The road to the National Finals for millions in scholarship dollars, the requires much preparation. To earn their opportunity to earn a job shadow spots, Hitcho and Kochenash needed to experience with Wood Brothers Racing successfully complete an online test of and the possibility of being crowned their automotive knowledge in January.

“America’s Best Student AutoTechnicians.” They then advanced to the Pennsylvania Each year, the Ford/AAA Student State Finals, where they competed Auto Skills competition brings together against other pairs of high school the country’s best future automotive students in a hands-on competition technicians. The competition is just one similar to the national finals. of the ways AAA and Ford demonstrate Now in its 65th year, the compettheir commitment to helping students ition has been sponsored by various and building awareness of career organizations dedicated to quality auto opportunities in the automotive service service. AAA has been a program sponsor industry.” for 30 years; Ford joined the partnership At the National Finals, Hitcho and 20 years ago.

Photo by Kris Doyle

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hen it comes to rental car insurance, there are people who automatically decline it, believing it is a plot to increase the rental price, and others who purchase it to make sure they’re fully covered, without knowing whether it’s necessary.

Who’s right? Unfortunately, there’s no simple answer. There are situations where you’re better off with the extra insurance. And there are times it’s not worth the money.

How do you know which is which?

Before you rent, answer these questions:

For instance, some rental agencies will charge for “loss of use” if you return the car damaged. These fees are meant to cover the loss of profit to the company for each day the car is being repaired and can’t be rented out. Certain insurers will not cover loss of use charges or the administrative fees that often go along with them, so do check.

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1 - Collision Repairs 2 - Frame Repair 3 - Direct Repair Provider 4 - Total Paint Replacement

5 - Paintless Dent Repair 6 - Glass Replacement 7 - Glass Repairs 8 - Restorations

9 - Vinyl & Soft Roof Replacement 10 - Corrosion Protection 11 - Upholstery Repair 12 - Auto Detailing E - Emissions Testing Site

BERKS COUNTY

LEHIGH COUNTY

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY

Douglassville Auto Body & Sales, Inc. 1-3, 5-10, 12 E 610/326-0422 1501 Ben Franklin Hwy., Douglassville Fred Beans Collision Center 1-12 E 610/327-2680 525 Rt. 100 N., Boyertown

Mikitz Gordon Street Collision Center 1-12 610/437-3041 229 W. Gordon St., Allentown

Brown Daub Collision Center 1-12 E 610/253-1672 1650 Butler St., Easton

Reliable Auto Body 1-12 610/433-3212 967 Sumner Ave., Whitehall

Easton Auto Body 1-12 E 610/252-6502 1328 Elm St., Easton

MONTGOMERY COUNTY

Young Volkswagen Collision Center 1-12 E 610/991-9115 191 Commerce Park Dr., Easton

LEHIGH COUNTY Auto Collision Specialists 1-12 E 610/965-2060 3893 Tank Farm Road, Emmaus

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Bergey’s Collision Center of Lansdale 1-12 215/855-4754 1301 N. Broad St., Lansdale Sands Collision Center 1-12 E 267/923-7141 602 Main St., Red Hill

CARBON COUNTY Liberty AutoGlass 610/377-7787 509 N. First St., Lehighton

LEHIGH COUNTY Mesko Glass & Mirror Co., Inc. 610/264-3000 171 Lloyd St., Allentown

Montgomery COUNTY Alderfer Glass Co. 215/723-1192 144 Telford Pike, Telford

AAA inspected and approved • State-of-the-art equipment and facilities • Insured • State registered • ASE, I-CAR, OEM certified technicians • Guaranteed workmanship • AAA arbitration • Most insurance claims accepted AAA Approved Auto Body® facilities are not the only facilities capable of competent repairs.

AAA Approved Auto Repair® Scope of Service Approved facilities offer service in areas indicated by the numbers to the left of each phone number.

1 – Engine Performance 6 – Heating, Air Conditioning 2 – Minor Engine Repair 7 – Major Engine Repair 3 – Brake Service 8 – Automatic Transmission 4 – Electrical Systems 9 – Manual Transmission 0 – Diesel Engine 5 – Tire, Steering, Suspension 1 E - Emissions Testing Site For more information on AAA Approved Auto Repair®, call 610-778-3443 or 1-888-627-9227 or log on to AAA.com AAA Approved Auto Repair® facilities are not the only facilities capable of competent repairs.

BERKS COUNTY Dave’s Auto Service, Inc. 1-10 E 610/367-1844 925 W. Philadelpia Ave., Boyertown Fred Beans Ford 610/367-2081 1-10 E 525 Rt. 100 N., Boyertown BUCKS COUNTY Carr’s Tire & Automotive Specialists 1-10 E 215/536-8454 211 E. Broad St., Quakertown Cunningham’s Automotive Repair 1-10 E 610/847-6006 8151 Easton Road, Ottsville Grandview Service Centre 1-9 E 215/257-7033 530 Arch Street, Perkasie Midas Auto Service Experts 1-6, 8, 9 E 215/538-1095 335 S. West End Blvd., Quakertown Miller Tire & Auto Co. 215/257-4307 1-9 E 856 Blooming Glen Rd., Blooming Glen Village Center Automotive 610/346-7774 1-10 E 3150 Main St., Springtown CARBON COUNTY Blue Ridge Service Center 610/826-4959 1-10 E 505 Little Gap Road, Palmerton CHESTER COUNTY CJ’s Tire & Automotive Services 1-9 E 610/705-5501 18 Glocker Road, Pottstown Lenny’s Auto Services, Inc. 1-9 E 610/469-9118 1851 Pottstown Pike, Pottstown New Street Auto Service, Inc. 1-9 E 610/948-4414 3751 Schuylkill Road, Spring City LEHIGH COUNTY A-Tech Automotive, Inc 610/432-8989 1-7, 9 E 1035 Union Boulevard, Allentown Austin’s Auto Service 1-10 E 610/866-5440 1843 W. Broad St., Bethlehem Auto Collision Specialists 1-10 E 610/965-2060 3893 Tank Farm Rd., Emmaus Autolex Dealerships, Inc. 610/740-3005 1-10 E 725 N. 15th St., Allentown Dreisbach’s Auto Service & Sales 610/435-7505 1-10 E 614 N. 18th Street, Allentown

LEHIGH COUNTY Firestone Tire & Service Center 1-10 E 610/266-1006 100 Lehigh Valley Mall, Whitehall Getz Service Station 1-7, 9 E 610/395-9413 10635 Hamilton Blvd., Breinigsville Haldeman Ford/Lincoln, Inc. 610/791-4900 1-10 E 2443 Lehigh St., Allentown Interstate Fleets Service Center, Inc. 1-10 E 610/289-6170 619 Union Blvd., Allentown L&M Automotive Specialists, Inc. 1-9 E 610/435-1782 210 Gordon Street, Allentown McNabb's Service & Repairs 610/398-1324 1-10 E 4948 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown Midas Auto Service Experts 1-6, 8, 9 E 610/791-4911 3141 Lehigh Street, Allentown Midas Auto Service Experts 1-6, 8, 9 E 610/437-5091 1820 MacArthur Road, Whitehall No.1 Service Center 1-7, 9 E 610/432-7044 1637 Tilghman Street, Allentown Park Manor Automotive 1-10 E 610/395-6712 1185 Bulldog Drive, Allentown Queen City Tire, Inc. 1-9 E 610/395-3751 4661 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown Rothrock Motor Sales 610/439-8485 1-10 E 1648 Plaza Lane, Allentown Sacks Automotive 610/791-1135 1-9 E 511 Fawn Street, Allentown Schweikert’s Auto Service, Inc. 610/821-5600 1-9 E 1701 Roth Ave., Allentown Shoemaker Auto Group, Inc. 1-10 E 610/395-3713 4131 Walbert Ave., Allentown Star Service Center, Inc. 610/437-3374 1-10 E 738 N. Graham Street, Allentown Mercedes Benz Specialist Strohl Automotive Services 610/395-3345 1-10 E 7831 Main St., Fogelsville

MONTGOMERY COUNTY Albitz Garage, Inc. 1-10 E 610/326-1438 2827 East High Street, Pottstown Bergey’s Auto Sales & Service 1-10E 610/287-7895 1207 N. Gravel Pike, Zieglerville Bergey’s Buick GMC 215/721-3431 1-10 E 436 Harleysville Pike, Souderton Bergey’s Chevrolet, Inc. 1-10 E 215/822-4100 610 Route 309, Colmar Bergey’s Chrysler/Jeep/Dodge 215/721-3480 1-10 E 430 Harleysville Pike, Souderton Bob Adams Auto Service Center 215/368-4700 1-9 E 534 W. Main Street, Lansdale Center Point Exxon 610/584-9251 1-10 E 2005 Valley Forge Road, Worcester CJ’s Tire & Automotive Services 610/409-0400 1-9 E 1405 S. Township Line Rd., Limerick Fred Beans Chevrolet 610/495-1800 1-10 E 40 Autopark Blvd., Limerick Fred Beans Kia 1-10 E 610/495-5900 20 Autopark Blvd., Limerick Fred Beans Nissan 610/495-1856 1-10 E 55 Autopark Blvd., Limerick Godshall’s Auto Service 1-10 E 215/855-7800 225 S. Main St., Hatfield Hinkle’s Auto Repair 1-9 E 215/679-0698 2703 Geryville Pike, Pennsburg Interstate Fleets Service Center, Inc. 215/822-8115 1-10 E 696 Bethlehem Pike, Route 309, Colmar J’s Auto Service, Inc. 215/362-9236 1-9 E 1669 School Road, Hatfield Jack Nolan’s Exxon 610/489-9028 1-9 E 567 Main Street, Trappe Lansdale Chrysler-Jeep 215/855-9540 1-9 E Route 309, Montgomeryville Tri County Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 1-9 E 610/367-2941 2148 E. High St., Pottstown

MONTGOMERY COUNTY North Penn Gulf 1-9 E 215/362-2223 Valley Forge Road & Sumneytown Pike, Lansdale Reiter’s Service Station, Inc. 610/287-9186 1-9 E 1224 North Gravel Pike, Zieglerville Spanial’s Service Center 1-10 E 215/855-7030 45 W. Orvilla Road, Hatfield Upper Gwynedd Service Center 215/699-6640 1-10 E 790 Sumneytown Pike, Lansdale Wes Jackson Automotive Center 610/489-6888 1-9 E 1851 Ridge Pike, Royersford Wynne’s Express Lube & Auto Repair, Inc. 610/489-4050 1-10 E 1635 W. Main St., Trappe NORTHAMPTON COUNTY Blue Ridge Service & Tire of Walnutport 610/767-2220 1-10 E 308 S. Best Ave., Walnutport Car-Doc, Inc. 610/767-7110 1-10 E 4982 East Valley Dr., Walnutport Easton Auto Body 1-10 E 610/252-6502 1328 Elm St., Easton Jeff’s Automotive, Inc. 610/253-6565 1-9 E 4110 William Penn Hwy., Easton Midas Auto Service Experts 1-6, 8,9 E 610/253-9070 2914 William Penn Hwy., Easton Murante Auto Repair 1-10 E 610/759-6121 128 W. Beil Ave., Nazareth Paul’s Garage 1-10 E 610/837-9877 219 W. Northampton Street, Bath T&D Automotive 1-10 E 610/253-0212 1400 S. 25th St., Easton The Brake Shop & Auto Repair 1-9 E 610/253-2566 3601 Sullivan Trail, Easton Weddes Auto Center 610/837-6411 1-10 E 450 Monocacy Dr., Bath Young Volkswagon, Inc. 1-10 E 610/991-9100 191 Commerce Park Dr., Easton

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grand Pri ze Royal Caribbean International DreamWorks Experience Cruise for 4 One family will win a cruise for 4 plus airfare! Enjoy the DreamWorks Experience onboard your choice of four Royal Caribbean International ships, where you can share complimentary moments with your favorite characters from Madagascar, shrek, kung Fu Panda, hOW TO TraIn YOur dragOn and other DreamWorks Animation films.

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1 swipe your membership card up to two times at your local aaa branch While you’re there you can:

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Ultimate Adventure Sweepstakes: Official Rules. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. Sweepstakes Period: June 20, 2014 at 12:00:01 am PT through August 31, 2014 at 11:59:59 pm PT. One (1) Grand Prize: A Royal Caribbean DreamWorks Experience Cruise for 4 traveling on same itinerary, consisting of: one ocean view quadruple occupancy stateroom onboard a Royal Caribbean International cruise on a six to eight night voyage (on Freedom of the Seas, Liberty of the Seas, Mariner of the Seas or Voyager of the Seas). Airfare from select gateways for family of four of (up to $500 per person or $2,000 total), and $500 cash in spending money. Government taxes and fees are included. Offer is not redeemable for cash or any other form of value added compensation. No guests under the age of 21 will be booked in a stateroom unless accompanied by an adult age 21 years or older, except for married couples under the age of 21. Other restrictions may apply. Ships registered in the Bahamas. Must have required travel documents and complete travel by December 31, 2015; no extensions will be granted. Travel dates to be determined by Sponsor. ARV: $6,500. Actual cost of Grand Prize may vary depending on point of departure; any difference between ARV and actual cost will not be awarded. Six (6) First Place Prizes: Wii U console and How To Train Your Dragon 2 video game. ARV: $350. Five (5) Second Place Prizes: $100 Gift Certificate from AAA Travel, expires December 31, 2015. Limit one prize per person. Open only to persons who are 18 years of age or older, are members in good standing with one of the following AAA motor clubs (“Participating Clubs”) as of June 19, 2014, and are legal residents of one of the counties in which the Participating Clubs operate (“Eligible Areas”): Automobile Club of Southern California, AAA Texas, LLC, AAA New Mexico, LLC, AAA Hawaii, LLC, Alabama Motorists Association, Inc., Tidewater Automobile Association of Virginia, Incorporated, AAA Northern New England, Automobile Club of Missouri; and AAA East Central. For a list of counties in the Eligible Areas, go to AAA.com/sweepstakes. There are up to 4 methods of entry (“Entry Methods”) during the Sweepstakes Period, depending on which Participating Club you are a member of: 1) swipe AAA membership card at branch of a Participating Club (“Branch”); 2) follow instructions online via Club Rewards at www.AAA.com/discounts if you have a valid email address (“Online”); 3) swipe AAA membership card at a participating AAA Approved Auto Repair (“AAR”) facility (for a list of participating AAR facilities, visit AAA.com/sweepstakes; or 4) obtain an automobile insurance quote for a new policy* only (a) by speaking to an insurance representative at a Participating Club branch or at 1-866-298-5340 (b) by going online at www.AAA. com/dragoninsure, or (c) for members of AAA Texas and AAA Hawaii only, if you do not wish to obtain an Insurance Quote: print your name, AAA membership no., name of Club in which you are a member, complete home address (no P.O. boxes please), daytime phone number and date of birth on piece of paper, approximately 3” by 5” and then mail entry to: Ultimate Adventure Sweepstakes, P.O. Box 1147, Elmhurst, IL 60126, in hand-addressed envelope containing your state of residence in the lower left hand corner of the outer mailing envelope, postmarked by 8/31/14 and received by 9/7/14. No photocopies or mechanically reproduced entries allowed. Limit 4 entries total per eligible entrant, allocated among Entry Methods as follows, in the Eligible Areas of the following states: (1) CA, TX, and HI: all 4 Entry Methods, limit 1 entry per method; and (2) NM, AL, VA, ME; VT, NH, MO; AK; LA; MS, KS, IN, IL, PA, OH, KY, and WV: limit 2 entries via Branch, limit 1 entry Online and limit 1 entry via AAR facility. All entries become property of Participating Clubs and will not be returned. Prize winners (“Winners”) will be selected in a random drawing from all eligible entries by an independent judging organization, whose decisions shall be final and binding on all matters relating to such drawing (“Administrator”) on or about September 25, 2014. Sponsor, Participating Clubs, Administrator, DreamWorks Animation L.L.C., Little Orbit, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines and their respective officers, members, directors, agents, owners, partners, representatives, successors, and assigns, and employees of the foregoing entities (the “Released Parties”), are not responsible for lost, late, delayed, misdirected, damaged, mutilated, illegible, postage-due or incomplete entries or any condition caused by events beyond control of Released Parties, causing giveaway to be cancelled, terminated, modified or suspended at Sponsor’s sole discretion, and if terminated, Winners will be selected in a random drawing from all non-suspect entries received up to time of such termination. Employees of Sponsor, the Released Parties, and each of their respective affiliates, advertising, fulfillment, and promotion agencies, and in all cases, their immediate families and persons residing in the households of each of these individuals, are ineligible to enter or win. Taxes, if any and all expenses not included herein are responsibility of the Winners, and Grand Prize winner will be issued an IRS Form 1099. All prize details are at sole discretion of Sponsor. Void where prohibited by law. Not available in NY. All federal, state, and local laws apply. Sponsor’s decisions are final. Sponsor reserves right in its sole discretion to substitute a prize with one of comparable or greater value. Prizes and elements thereof, are not transferable, not redeemable for cash, may not be separated and may not be used in conjunction with any other promotion or offer. Odds of winning depend upon number of eligible entries received. Grand Prize Winner must sign and return affidavit of eligibility/publicity/liability release in form acceptable to Sponsor by deadline set by Sponsor or an alternate winner will be randomly selected, provided that no more than three attempts are required to be made to award the Grand Prize. Any portion of any prize not used by winner will be forfeited. By participating, each participant agrees (and agrees to confirm in writing if requested) (i) to be bound by these Official Rules, (ii) to release, indemnify and hold harmless Released Parties from any liability arising from participation in this sweepstakes and/or acceptance, possession, use or misuse of prize, (iii) that all disputes regarding this sweepstakes shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, (iv) to consent to the jurisdiction and venue of the federal, state, and local courts located in Orange County, California, and (v) to Sponsor’s use of your personal information as described in Sponsor’s Privacy Policy at www.AAA.com. For the names of the Winners, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Ultimate Adventure Sweepstakes Winners List, P.O. Box 1095, Elmhurst, IL 60126. Requests must be received by September 30, 2014. Sponsor: AAA Club Services, LLC, 3333 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.*Neither obtaining an insurance quote on an automobile already insured through a Club, nor obtaining a quote to add an automobile to an existing automobile policy, shall qualify for an entry into the sweepstakes. Subject to the prior sentence, obtaining a re-quote for an automobile not yet insured through a Club shall qualify for an entry even though a quote was previously given by a Club. Copyright © 2014 AAA Club Services, L.L.C. CTR. #1016202-80. All Rights Reserved. © 2014 Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. How To Train Your Dragon 2 and all related characters and properties © 2014 DREAMWORKS ANIMATION L.L.C. Little Orbit and its logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Little Orbit. Nintendo is not a sponsor of this promotion.

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