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LensCrafters Helps Keep You Safe Behind the Wheel
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fter a seemingly endless (and very BRRR-utal) winter, summer can’t get here fast enough! Everyone from kids to parents to grandparents has eagerly (desperately) anticipated its arrival. As a reward for surviving the “Winter That Wouldn’t Quit,” AAA Travel presents a Sizzling Summer Kick-off featuring an array of unique gifts perfect for summertime enjoyment! Book & make a nonrefundable deposit on a new 7-night-or-longer 2014 air-inclusive vacation and you can choose 1 of 5 sensational summertime gifts valued at up to $120.00 (see box below) based on the length of your vacation. But you’ve got to hurry: This special offer ends 5/17/14! Just ask your AAA travel agent to arrange your vacation with one of these AAA travel partners — AAA Member Choice Vacations®, Insight Vacations®, Pleasant Holidays or Trafalgar. Once it’s booked, AAA will make sure you receive your gift in plenty of time for all your summer activities.
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AAA’s travel partners go where you want to go — whether that’s America’s cities, beaches or national parks...or the islands of Hawaii and the Caribbean. Canada, Mexico, Europe, Asia, Africa? You name it; our partners have got hundreds, if not thousands, of options. There’s also a range of vacation options to suit every budget and travel style — whether you’re watching your pennies or you’ve got an “urge to splurge.” Do you want a fully prepared package that includes a professional tour manager, preselected hotel accommodations and a scheduled touring itinerary? Or are you an independent traveler who prefers to select your own accommodations and sightseeing tours? Either way, you’re covered by our Summer Kick-off travel partners. And each partner offers exclusive AAA Member Benefits, from additional savings to vouchers valid toward the purchase of optional tours and excursions; see the chart on page 19. Let’s take a closer look at each partner: AAA Member Choice Vacations® Offering destinations all over the world, AAA Member Choice Vacations® combines the flexibility of independent travel with the con-
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Sunglasses not only lend a “cool” vibe to your summer fashion, they also provide a functional benefit by fighting eye strain and fatigue. But don’t wear just any old shades! Did you know that by wearing polarized sunglasses, you can improve your reaction time when driving? That’s right — you’re reaction time is up to 20% quicker compared to driving without any sunglasses, and up to 40% quicker than ordinary sunglasses. Faster reaction time can help prevent auto accidents and improve driving safety. Reducing glare and improving clarity is crucial when behind the wheel. Polarized lenses work by filtering light waves and absorbing some of the reflected glare, while letting other light waves pass through the lenses. LensCrafters wants to introduce AAA members to the benefits of polarized lenses. For a limited time — simply show your AAA card and save 40% off prescription sunglasses, plus AAA members receive and extra $5 off. To find a participating location near you, visit www.AAA.com/visionsavings.
AAA Discounts Now on Pinterest Members have a new way of keeping up with the latest AAA discounts and savings – the AAA Discounts board on Pinterest. Learn more about everyday and limited-time offers from partners including Hertz, Tanger Outlets, New York & Company, and more. The board is updated regularly to reflect the newest discounts and partners. Visit www.pinterest.com/AAA to see all of AAA’s boards on the social media site — featuring everything from travel photos to safety tips to AAA Diamond listings.
AAA Mobile Releases Version 3.0 Featuring a next-generation user interface AAA Mobile 3.0 is designed to improve access to AAA services and travel-planning tools. Released in April through the Apple App Store, the updated app allows users to develop multiday itineraries, and locate AAA Approved and Diamond Rated hotels and restaurants. AAA Mobile was recently named a top10 app by AutoGuide.com, which called it a “must-have for AAA members”. The website also highlighted the app’s ability to “point out nearby gas stations with up-todate fuel prices and public charging stations for electric car owners.”
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Travel To Germany’s Christmas Wunderland Germany’s colorful Christmas markets are truly unique. Shop for traditional handcrafted Christmas merchandise and gifts in historic and charming cities dressed in their holiday best. AAA Travel’s December 2-10 escorted tour features visits to Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Bamberg, Bayreuth, Regensburg, Munich, and Fussen, plus a half-day stop at Neuschwanstein, Bavaria’s fairytale castle. Earn special member level discounts when you book and deposit by May 31, 2014. SEE PAGE 9
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AAA members have relied on the printed TourBook guides for nearly a century. Now they can pack a wealth of AAA travel information on the portable wireless devices they already carry. AAA’s trusted travel information is now available for your portable device for on-the-go use. AAA offers over 100 free eTourBook guides, in file formats designed for today’s digital democracy. eTourBook guides provide detailed trip-planning information for top travel destinations and locations across North America, including national parks. Each one is packed with detailed destination information. There are Editor’s Picks for essential experiences including events and attractions, recommended oneand three-day itineraries, and top picks just for kids. Some titles even provide maps displaying key local areas and highway networks. Sync files to your tablet, or download them directly to your iPad or smartphone to put everything you need for your next trip in the palm of your hand. Content is refreshed daily to ensure you receive the most up-to-date travel information. They’re available free, exclusively for AAA members at AAA.com/ebooks. If you do not already have a user name and password, you can register on the login page. Then prepare to enjoy your easiest, more enjoyable travel planning experience yet.
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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 INDEPENDENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216/606-6300 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216/606-6080 5700 Brecksville Rd. 44131 LAKE COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/974-0990 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/205-9090 6980 Heisley Rd., Mentor 44060 LYNDHURST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/473-0700 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/473-0747 5356 Mayfield Rd. 44124 MAHONING COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/726-9083 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/726-0622 1275 Boardman-Canfield Rd., Boardman 44512 MASSILLON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/833-1084 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/833-1084 1972 Wales Rd, 44646 MIDWAY MALL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/324-2090 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/324-3423 1839 Midway Mall, Elyria 44035 NORWALK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419/668-1622 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419/668-1622 275 Benedict Ave. Norwalk 44857 PORTAGE COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/296-3406 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330/296-3406 2641 Rte. 59, Ravenna 44266 SOLON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/248-9000 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/248-1808 34050 Solon Rd. 44139 STRONGSVILLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/783-3395 TRAVEL AGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440/783-3396 17220 Royalton Rd. 44136, Borders 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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Putting eyes in the back of your head Northeast Ohio Region Official publication of AAA East Central Published monthly (except bimonthly Aug./Sept., Nov./Dec.) by AAA East Central 5700 Brecksville Road, Independence, OH 44131 216/606-6225 ISSN 0030-0985 Periodicals Postage Paid at Cleveland, OH and additional post offices Postmaster: Send address changes to AAA Motorist Northeast 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:....................................... Douglas W. Caldwell Vice Chairman:.........................................Mary Lynn Laughlin Vice Chairman:.................................... Martha Hartle Munsch OFFICERS: President: ....................................................James E. Lehman 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** EAST CENTRAL REGION BOARD OF DIRECTORS Neil D. Bassi, Chairman, Robert S. Collins, Vice Chairman, Carol Asam, Christian Asam, Jack A. Barkley, William E. Bierer**, Ellsworth T. Bowser**, Peter Burton, Marianne B. Campbell, Michael A. Cochran, Daniel J. Collins Jr.**, Robert H. Compton, Debra A. Dinnocenzo, James J. Dodaro, Jack G. Ellis, Mona N. Generett, Charles W. Groce , Richard S. Hamilton, Mark Henschen, Luke Howe, Richard Kallenborn, Herbert G. Koenig, Mark S. Mansour, W. Duff McCrady, Martha Hartle Munsch, W. Lee Oswalt, III, Michael Parkes, John D. Petruso, Louis Pomerico, Leonard L. Scheinholtz**, James C. Stump, Jr., James F. Ward *ex officio **emeritus directors
OHIO MOTORISTS REGION BOARD OF TRUSTEES James H. Kanicki, Chairman, Audrey T. Cole, Vice Chairman, Keith Boales, Thomas G. Brick**, Steve D. Bullock*, Edward C. Coaxum, Jr., Gary S. Cowling**, Jon E. Denney*, Richard S. Hamilton, John B. Hexter, James H. Kanicki, Mary Lynn Laughlin, John D. Leech**, Khai H. Lim, Marvin E. Montgomery, Peter C. Ohlheiser, Sara E. Stashower *ex officio **emeritus directors Copyright ©2014 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.
Rearview cameras can prevent driveway tragedies By Richard Hamilton Chairman, AAA East Central ackover accidents are a particularly tragic type of crash, frequently claiming the lives of young children in the driveways of their own homes. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there are 210 fatalities and 15,000 injuries each year caused by backover crashes. These disproportionately impact the elderly and the very young. The agency found that children under 5 years old account for 31 percent of backover fatalities, while adults over 70 comprise 26 percent of victims. It’s a problem that’s exacerbated by the popularity of larger, taller vehicles like SUVs, pickups, and minivans, which have larger blind zones than passenger cars. New research by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found SUVs and pickup trucks typically have the biggest blind zones, preventing drivers from seeing objects behind the rear bumper, especially objects that are low to the ground. The IIHS study found rear cameras dramatically improve driver vision, reducing the blind zone by about 90 percent on average. They were much more effective than parking sensors, which use ultrasonic sound waves or radar to detect objects around the vehicle, at helping drivers avoid objects while traveling in reverse. In contrast, drivers with no technology hit a stationary child-sized cutout 100
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Richard Hamilton percent of the time in IIHS testing. NHTSA says the technology significantly reduces the risk of fatalities and serious injuries. In March they issued a final rule requiring backup cameras in most new vehicles by May 1, 2018. It will be implemented in stages over a three-year period beginning in 2016. The ruling calls for all vehicles under 10,000 pounds, including buses and trucks, to be equipped with technology that expands the rear field of view to include a 10-foot by 20-foot zone directly behind the vehicle. NHTSA estimates up to 69 lives will be saved annually once the nation’s entire fleet is equipped with rear visibility systems.
According to the Auto Alliance, an association of 12 vehicle manufacturers, automakers already provide rearview cameras as a standard or optional feature on two-thirds of the nation’s 50 top-selling vehicles. The Alliance is also petitioning NHTSA to allow carmakers to use cameras as an alternative to conventional side-view and rearview mirrors. AAA endorses the NHTSA decision as a step in the right direction. Rearview cameras will help prevent needless injury and death among our nation’s most vulnerable populations. They can be very useful in detecting people and objects behind a vehicle, but as with any technology there are limitations, particularly in bad weather or under poor lighting conditions. In the IIHS study for example, even drivers using rearview cameras hit a stationary foam cutout of a small child 56 percent of the time. Caregivers should never forget that children may not have the cognitive maturity to judge the speed, weight, and power of a vehicle. They are particularly vulnerable because they are harder for motorists to see and their actions can be unpredictable. Children also tend to think that if they see a driver, the driver also sees them. AAA cautions motorists to use this technology to supplement, not replace traditional safe driving practices. You still need to turn and check blind zones — both rear and lateral — while backing up in order to ensure safety.
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emorial Day signals the start of the unofficial summer travel season. Don’t let the unexpected put a damper on this summer’s vacation plans. Protect your investment with travel insurance.
Trip Cancellation Insurance
Trip cancellation insurance is one of the most popular types of travel insurance. It reimburses your travel expenses if your trip is delayed or cancelled for a covered reason, such as a major injury or other unforeseen circumstances. Other reasons often covered by trip cancellation policies include: death of an immediate family member, jury duty, and bankruptcy of the travel vendor. If your trip cancellation policy does not cover a specific reason that may apply to your situation — such as military deployment or pregnancy — talk with your agent to see if that coverage can be added on. Additional options may include reimbursement for delayed or lost luggage and missed connection coverage.
A A A also offers C a n c e l Anytime, a cancell a t i o n insurance option that reimburses you no matter why your plans change. With the Cancel Anytime package, travelers receive 100 percent cash back if they cancel their trip for a covered reason like those previously mentioned. They receive 80 percent cash back if they cancel their trip due to almost any other reason. Cancel Anytime coverage offers travelers a lot more flexibility than a traditional trip cancellation policy. It’s a great option for anyone whose travel plans may change for a variety of reasons not covered by most trip cancellation plans.
Emergency Medical Coverage
Emergency medical coverage is another important aspect of travel
insurance. If traveling internationally, most people are not covered by their health insurance. Even if you are staying within the United States, your health insurance may not cover outof-network care. Many travel insurance plans include options to cover expenses and medical evacuation, if needed. There may be exclusions such as preexisting condition, so review the coverage and ask your agent about what options are best for your situation. There are several factors affecting the cost of a travel insurance policy, including the age of the travelers, the length of the trip, and the distance they are traveling. In most instances, a travel insurance policy costs approximately 10 to 20 percent of the total trip cost. Before deciding on any travel insurance plan, be sure you understand what you’re buying and what each policy does and does not cover. Protect your next getaway — whether you purchased your trip through AAA Travel or not — and visit AAA.com/travelinsurance.
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If you found yourself car-less after a collision, what would you do? By Robin Jones hen Maggie Kent first got the news that her husband, Jack, had been in a collision that totaled his Jeep, she didn’t even think about the car—just about her husband, who fortunately sustained only minor injuries. “I was just grateful that he was okay,” she says. But later that day, the challenges of having only one car started to sink in. “Our jobs are in different directions, so we couldn’t really share a car,” Maggie says. “We figured we’d be buying a new car within a couple of weeks. But in the meantime, we knew we’d have to get a rental car for Jack.” Unfortunately, the Kents didn’t have rental reimbursement coverage on their auto policy. Maggie had waived it about a month before the incident to save money. “I really wish I’d kept it,” she says. “It would have made things so much easier.” Indeed, rental reimbursement coverage can be a lifesaver if you suddenly find yourself without a car after an accident. If you’re wondering whether you should add it to your policy, here are some things to consider. Q: What does rental reimbursement cover? A: Generally, it covers the cost of a rental car, up to certain limits, while your insured car is being repaired fol-
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A CAR IN NEED — Consider rental reimbursement coverage on your policy. lowing a covered loss (such as a crash, vandalism, or fire) or for a specified amount of time set by your policy if your car is deemed not repairable. Q: How does it work? A: Typically in one of two ways: You can get a car from a rental agency that’s been approved by your insurance company, in which case the agency will bill your insurance carrier directly. Or you can rent a car yourself and submit the receipts to your insurance company for reimbursement. Either way, the limits on the coverage are usually for a certain time period with per-day and
per-accident limits— for example, $30 per day and $900 per accident. That means you’ll pay for any costs over $30 a day, and you won’t be reimbursed for more than $900, even if the total costs are more. Q: Is there anything rental reimbursement doesn’t cover? A: You can’t use it to cover the cost of a rental while your car is in the shop for scheduled maintenance. It also usually doesn’t cover the cost of fuel or any optional insurance you might decide to purchase from the rental agency. Q: How much does it cost?
A: The cost of rental reimbursement varies depending on your car and your insurance company, but the average cost per vehicle could be around $40 per year. Compare that to the average amount policyholders without coverage would have to pay after a loss: $364—based on a rental car cost of $28 per day and about 13 days in the shop. Q: Are there people who might not need the coverage? A: If you don’t need your car to handle daily activities—you work from home, for example, or you can walk or take public transit to all the places you need to go—you may not need rental reimbursement. Same goes if you have an extra car or know that you can borrow a car from a friend or relative. But if you don’t fall into one of those categories, it’s probably a good idea to add rental reimbursement to your policy.
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AAA’s land vacation program features dozens of guided and locally hosted programs to the world’s most sought after locales. All are designed to reveal the very heart and soul of the places you’ll see, touch and taste. Travel independently or share the experience with a host and other likeminded nomads. No matter how you go you’ll travel in confidence. AAA Vacations® 24/7 Member Care delivers peace of mind should you need assistance on you journey. Looking to chill out on a beach or plunge under a waterfall in a tropical
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AAA has partnered with some of the industry’s best cruise lines and with more than 400 departures, you won’t have to wait for your ship to come in. Plus, AAA Vacations® offers exclusive bonus amenities like priority check-in on day of boarding, champagne on arrival, onboard spending credits and specialty dining experience, just to a name a few. Look for the AAA located next to the cruise listed on AAA.com/ aaavacations, then click on the link that says “Special Offer” to see the added amenities for that particular departure. Pick up your 2014 AAA Vacations® catalog today at any AAA Travel Agency location, or download the new 2014 AAA Vacations® eBrochure at AAA.com/ aaavacations.
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Ludwig II built his fairy-tale castle in order to withdraw from public life. After Bavaria’s “shy king” died in 1886, spectacular Neuschwanstein opened to the public; ironically, 1.3 million people now visit here every year. A half-day excursion to this fascinating architectural marvel is included in AAA’s tour.
Treat yourself to a wunderbar escorted tour full of history, scenery & traditional crafts & foods. Granted, Christmas may not be on your mind at this very moment...but it should be! Especially considering everything that AAA’s bigger-and-better Dec 2-10 German Christmas Markets tour offers! For AAA members, one element is a Christmas gift of sorts — a limited-time, many-dollars-off discount based on your membership level. Premier members booking & depositing by 5/31/14 get $200 off the regular rate per room, based on double occupancy. AAA Plus members save $150.00, and Basic members save $100.00. Experience the Old World tradition of welcoming the Christmas season at public marketplaces large and small, where walkways lined with rustic stalls hum with holiday strollers and shoppers young & old. Local artisans exhibit traditional handmade decorations, art and craft items; purveyors of aromatic seasonal culinary delights tempt passersby with gingerbread cookies and spice-mulled wine; and musicians and performers add a festive note to the ambience. Some markets even sport carnival-type rides and amusements. Most German cities of any significant size present at least 1 Christkindlmarkt; on this get-in-the-spirit tour in the southeastern state of Bavaria, you get to visit at least 7 (yes, 7!), each unique in size and style — from some of the most famous and popular to some of the most intimate and charming. And, be-
cause they’re usually in the heart of the community, they’re ideal bases from which to explore surrounding landmarks like cathedrals and castles, as well as year-round brick-andmortar shops and restaurants. This unique tour operates on the same principles of convenience and efficiency. Spend 4 nights in Nuremberg and 3 in Munich; you’ll be able to comfortably “settle in” in those cities, taking short rides each day to the markets and landmarks surrounding them. Forget traipsing from a hotel in one town one day to another hotel the next day to yet another hotel the following day, and so on. Best of all, forget about packing and unpacking each time! With only 2 base hotels, you’ll have more time to see and do (or rest and relax) — whatever your travel style may be. All in all, it makes for a much more pleasant, satisfying experience...and it maximizes your valuable time and energy. And all the while, you and your fellow travelers will enjoy the company and insider knowledge of your professional English-speaking native European guide. From start to finish, you’ll have peace of mind knowing an experienced expert is at your side and at your service to provide practical information and interesting background about all you see and tour. He’ll even be able to offer suggestions about what to do during free time after touring. continued on next page
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When you’re on your own, you can medieval, Advent and arts & crafts. A “Route of Nativity Scenes” links explore cobblestone streets lined with festively decorated boutiques and 40 churches, museums, public buildings and other places via a series of German charming squares brimming with high-quality crafts and gifts (toys, diverse Christmas creches. Also visit the nearby market in Bayreuth. wood carvings, jewelry, nutcrackers and delicate ornaments, among Regensburg, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Germany’s Christmas others). Discover Christmas goods that aren’t mass-produced — nativbest preserved medieval cities, has markets sparkling with decoraMarkets ity figurines, puppets, beeswax candles and lambskin shoes. It’s an tions, nativity scenes, toys and other presents; the creative people ideal opportunity to make a dent in your gift shopping list! who fashion the objects happily explain their techniques. Other MEMBERS Few items may be as difficult to resist as the baked apples and booths invite you to sample gingerbread and Christmas cookies. SAVE BIG! Glühwein (“glow-wine,” from hot irons once used to mull this red Dating to the 14th century, Munich’s Marienplatz market ofwine spiced with cinnamon, vanilla, cloves, star anise, citrus and fers live Alpine holiday music from Town Hall’s balcony. While Premier ........ $200.00 sugar). Enjoy them all beneath twinkling lights, evergreen garin town, savor an included traditional dinner featuring Spätzle Plus ............. $150.00 lands and other holiday decorations. (dense egg noodles; the name means “little sparrow”) and Strudel Basic............ $100.00 Nuremberg’s Old Quarter market, the world’s most famous, (“whirlpool” — layered pastry filled with fruit or sweet cheese). PER ROOM...NEW BOOKINGS ONLY is opened each year by a youngster playing the Christ Then, escape on a fun morning excursion to Mad LudBook & deposit by 5/31/14 Child. Kids of all ages love the Kinderweihnacht (chilwig’s Alpine castle, Neuschwanstein. Spectacularly dren’s Christmas area) and its carousel featuring an uplocated, the shy king’s palace appears prominently in per tier, reindeer and Santa’s sleigh. Nuremberg’s also many movies and inspired Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauknown for its honey and its thin brown sausages. ty Castle. Then it’s on to Füssen, which holds its marRothenburg ob der Tauber (“Red Fortress above the ket in the festively illuminated monastery courtyard of Tauber River”) on the Romantic Road offers, fittingly, St Mang in the heart of the town’s historic cobblestone one of the most romantic markets. An ancient walled streets. On the way back to Munich, enjoy a short tour in town largely untouched for centuries, it Oberammergau to see its world-famous boasts some of Europe’s most impressive wood carvings, including a Holy Family Dec 2-10 • AAA Member Rate: $3,305 medieval architecture. The Schneebälle so small they fit in a nutshell! Before-discount rate includes roundtrip flights (Cleveland(“snowballs” of deep-fried dough dustIf these markets/treats whet your Frankfurt, Munich-Cleveland), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, ed with sugar) are a local specialty. wanderlust/appetite, visit AAA.com/ accommodations, motorcoach transportation, hotel taxes/service Four markets in the UNESCO World GoEurope for more information! charges, hotel baggage handling, 13 meals, Neuschwanstein tour, services But hurry: Book & deposit by Heritage town of Bamberg come in difof a AAA tour manager (if participation goal is met) and in-Germany escort. 5/31/14 to save up to $200.00 per room! ferent shapes and sizes — traditional,
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Car-free, carefree adventures
Rates are per person, 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.
“DIANA” EXHIBIT IN CINCINNATI Aug 2-3 •
AAA Member Rate: $339
This collection of 150+ personal objects celebrating the life & work of Diana, Princess of Wales, comes direct from Althorp Estate in England. See her royal wedding gown, 28 designer dresses & gowns, family heirlooms, personal mementos and rare home movies. Includes exhibit admission, Newport Aquarium, Ohio River dinner cruise, Jungle Jim’s International Market, 2 meals and more.
1-DAY FUN-DAY TOURS 3 RIVERS CRUISES: PITTSBURGH PA
AAA Member Rate: $95 each cruise July 25........ “Rip Roaring River Revue” All cruise dates include Aug 15 ....... Musical tribute to Patsy Cline a luncheon cruise & Aug 22 ....... Musical tribute to Elvis 3 hours at Rivers Casino. Sept 22 ...... Musical tribute to Neil Diamond
“CONFESSION”: WALNUT CREEK OH July 17 •
AAA Member Rate: $95
Amish lunch. “Confession: The Amish Musical.” Breitenbach Wine Cellars.
TARA & GROVE CITY OUTLETS: WESTERN PA Aug 9 •
AAA Member Rate: $78
Lunch & tour at Tara–A Country Inn. Daffin’s Candies. Premium Outlets.
AN ANGELIC DAY: MILAN OH Aug 23 •
AAA Member Rate: $79
Angel talk. Naturally Country. Edison Birthplace Museum.
NIAGARA FALLS: ONTARIO, CANADA Sept 6 •
AAA Member Rate: $119
Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Sightseeing. Passport or passport card required.
COVERED BRIDGES: MADISON OH Sept 13 •
AAA Member Rate: $80
Guided tour of bridges. Grand River Cellars Winery. Robinson’s Apple Barn.
LETCHWORTH — GRAND CANYON OF THE EAST: CASTILE NY Sept 20 •
AAA Member Rate: $90
Letchworth State Park tour. Letchworth Museum. Lunch at Glen Iris Inn.
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HUDSON VALLEY HOLIDAY & NEW YORK CITY Aug 10-15 •
AAA Rate: $1,129
Marvel at the opulence of the mansions of the Vanderbilts, Rockefellers and others. Visit West Point and take a cruise on the Hudson River. Take a bite of the Big Apple with a day in New York City. Includes mansion/estate tours (Vanderbilt, FDR, Rockefeller, Samuel Morse), West Point, Hudson River cruise, Ellis Island, Statue of Liberty, Manhattan tour, Ground Zero, 10 meals and more.
WASHINGTON DC
Sept 4-7 •
AAA Member Rate: $619
Bring a camera to capture the memorable sights of our nation’s capital. Enjoy a full-day tour to some of DC’s most interesting & historic attractions. Includes full-day sightseeing of DC, half-day tour of Arlington VA, Illuminated Monuments Tour, Flight 93 National Memorial (Shanksville PA), 5 meals and more.
MUSIC & RAILROADS OF WEST VIRGINIA
Sept 19-21 •
AAA Member Rate: $539
Travel on the Cheat Mountain Salamander train through West Virginia’s beautiful 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, theater shows, Blackwater Falls, entertainment, 5 meals and more.
MACKINAC ISLAND & THE UPPER PENINSULA MI Sept 22-26 •
AAA Member Rate: $819
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, 8 meals (including lunch at the famous Grand Hotel) and much more.
FALLINGWATER FOLIAGE Oct 11-12 •
AAA Member Rate: $339
Frank Lloyd Wright's progressive architecture is combined with the spectacular beauty of Pennyslvania’s Laurel Highlands. Includes tours of 2 Wright homes (Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob), accommodations, 4 meals and more.
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with AAA’s exclusive rates! AAA’s special 9-night Hawaiian vacation features a 2-night pre-cruise stay in Honolulu, a tour of the USS Arizona Memorial and a 7-night Pride of America cruise featuring 4 islands (Oahu, Maui, Hawaii & Kauai). OCT 30–NOV 8 INSIDE
PUBLIC RATE $2,160 AAA RATE $1,985 YOU SAVE $175.00
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Rates are per person (double occupancy), are subject to availability at time of booking and include hotel/pier transfers, 2 nights at Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa, Arizona Memorial/Pearl Harbor tour, 7-night cruise accommodations/entertainment, most onboard meals and government taxes/fees. Ship’s registry: USA. Ask about available add-on airfare.
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Rocky Mountaineer Train Summit Helicopter Tour
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CANADIAN ROCKIES: Seattle to Calgary Discover the pleasures of a Rocky Mountaineer journey; enjoy the highest-level GoldLeaf Service on 3 daytime train rides. Witness stunning mountainscapes...alpine lakes of hues more often associated with jewels...star-bright nights, silent but for sounds of the wild… forests redolent of evergreen and what can only be described as the smell of “clean.” This extraordinary 9-day tour includes rides from Seattle to Vancouver, Vancouver to Kamloops and Kamloops to Jasper. Even more extraordinary? They’re just 1 highlight of this tour! Visit natural wonders in 3 national parks that form the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site. And enjoy hotel stays in Seattle, Vancouver (3 nights), Kamloops, Jasper (2 nights), Lake Louise, Banff and Calgary.
Exclusive AAA MEMBER BENEFIT: Each adult receives a $100 onboard Rocky Mountaineer souvenir credit!
Sept 12-22 •
AAA Member Rate: $6,099
Before-discount rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip flights (Cleveland-Seattle, Calgary-Cleveland), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, 10-night hotel accommodations, luggage handling (1 piece per person), 3 train rides, 5 meals and taxes on included items. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details. Visit AAA.com/travel for details. Passport required.
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This 13-day escorted adventure features visits to 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites — Rome, Pompeii, Florence, Pisa, Venice and Verona! Enjoy included extra-special “moments” you’d have to research & add on at your own expense & effort: •
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Guided visits to St Peter’s Basilica and Vatican City’s museums, including the Sistine Chapel A 4-course dinner with wine in Rome, with live performances of arias from the best operas After-hours visit to a 14th-century monastery, followed by a family-style feast of Tuscan dishes, with wine! A serenaded gondola cruise on the canals of Venice — one of the world’s most famous travel experiences
Enjoy relaxing multiple-night stays in Rome (3), Sorrento–Amalfi Coast (2), Florence (2), Venice (2) and Stresa–Lakes District (2).
Oct 18-30 • AAA Member Rate: $5,479 Before-discount rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes flights (Cleveland-Rome, Milan-Cleveland), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, hotel accommodations/taxes/service charges/baggage handling (1 piece per person), 20 meals, air taxes & fees/surcharges, in-Italy tour director. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details. Visit AAA.com/GoItaly for details.
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.
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May 12-21, 2015 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.
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Yellowstone Experience AUG 11-17 $2,695
Our first national park’s first explorers were called liars when they described its otherworldly geysers & bubbling mudpots and its freeranging bison, elk, moose, bears & wolves. Begin at Salt Lake City and travel through scenic Idaho to Yellowstone. Enjoy Old Faithful & many other natural landmarks, as well as the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center. A Wildlife Safari includes a picnic dinner. Also enjoy Grand Teton National Park, the cowboy town of Jackson, a Jenny Lake cruise, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir (schedule permitting) and more! 12 meals. AAA Member Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip flights from Cleveland, roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, sightseeing admissions, taxes/gratuities for included features, baggage handling (1 bag per person) and meals as indicated. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details. Visit AAA.com/travel for itinerary details.
THIS THANKSGIVING Wouldn’t you rather “roast” in the Caribbean? Leave cooking & cleaning to someone else this year; cruise for 10 relaxing days on Celebrity Equinox. Receive these AAA MEMBER PERKS! VOUCHER FOR A BOTTLE OF WINE $75.00 ONBOARD CREDIT MARTINI TASTING
Nov 21–Dec 1 AAA Member Rate from $1,685
Receive a SPECIAL GIFT for booking & depositing by 5/31/14! $100.00 VISAPERGIFT CARD STATEROOM GET A HEAD START ON HOLIDAY GIFT BUYING! BALCONY OR HIGHER STATEROOM. RESTRICTIONS APPLY.
Avoid potential airport hassles. Motorcoach to your cruise! Park for free, then relax & ride AAA’s convenient “Cruise Express” motorcoach to Baltimore to board Grandeur of the Seas!
Don’t miss the boat! BERMUDA Aug 29–Sept 4 • from $1,030 WESTERN CARIBBEAN Jan 24–Feb 3 • from $1,157 EASTERN CARIBBEAN Feb 3-13 • from $1,088 EASTERN CARIBBEAN March 3-13 • from $1,203 EASTERN CARIBBEAN April 28–May 8 • from $1,167
Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes balcony cruise accommodations/ entertainment, most onboard meals & government taxes/fees. Ship’s registry: Malta. Ask about available add-on airfare. Visit AAA.com/travel for detailed itinerary.
AAA MEMBER RATES are per person (double occupancy), are subject to availability at time of booking and include roundtrip motorcoach transportation, cruise accommodations/entertainment, most onboard meals and government fees. Ship’s registry: Bahamas. Visit AAA.com/motorcruise for itinerary details & Cleveland area pick-up points.
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Take flight at Cedar Point this summer More family fun at the “Coaster Capital of the World”
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un drenched summer days, the smell of cotton candy. Steel wheels clattering over a wooden trestle, while happy voices rise in unison to a thrilling crescendo. Located on a scenic peninsula along the shores of Lake Erie, Cedar Point has been synonymous with summer for well over a century. This summer Cedar Point will be conjuring up a heady mixture of excitement and nostalgia with Pipe Scream — a Disk’O Coaster, and Lake Erie Eagles — a Flying Scooters attraction joining their impressive roster of 72 rides. Located along the Gemini Midway, Pipe Scream is billed as “combining the best of a roller coaster and a flat ride in one.” Riders will spin and coast over 302 feet of track, defying gravity while reaching a height of 43 feet above the midway and a top speed of 43 mph! Just across from Pipe Scream, Lake Erie Eagles treats a new generation of Cedar Point guests to a classic thrill ride. Riders take their place in one of eight carriages suspended from arms located more than 28 feet above the ground. When the ride begins the carriages swing outward from the centrifugal force simulating the sensation of flight! An airfoil paddle on each carriage allows guests to alter their flight experience from mild to wild! Later this summer Cedar Point will take screaming to new heights when
entertainment, restaurants and six resorts, including the historic Hotel Breakers, dating back to 1905, and the luxurious Sandcastle Suites. Camp Snoopy, Cedar Point’s Peanutsthemed family play area is celebrating 15 years of family fun this summer with a number of new enhancements. The kid-friendly Frog Hopper is being re-themed as Woodstock’s Airmail, while the Jr. Gemini roller coaster will be renamed Wilderness Run. These two popular rides will join other family favorites such as the Tilt-AWhirl, Lolli Swing and Camp Bus, and will bring Camp Snoopy’s ride count up to nine, many of which parents can ride side-by-side with their children.
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FLY LIKE AN EAGLE — Lake Erie Eagles is a classic thrill ride. it unveils SlingShot. One of the most exciting vertical thrill rides on the planet, riders will be secured in an openair two-person capsule before being launched nearly 360 feet into the sky at speeds of up to 62 mph. That’s just below the 420-foot-tall Top Thrill Dragster, the tallest and fastest coaster at the park, and the second highest point in the Cedar Point skyline! After a brief feeling of weightlessness, riders
will descend back towards earth before catapulting back up and down until the capsule comes to rest at the launch point. Cedar Point is world famous for its scream machines — record-setting coasters like Gatekeeper, Millennium Force and Top Thrill Dragster. In addition to all of those heart stopping thrills, the 364-acre property features three children’s areas, a variety of live
AAA members who visit Cedar Point between May 10 and June 1, can save $20 off the gate price when they purchase their tickets at select AAA Northeast Ohio and South Central Ohio branches, and in the Tickets By Mail section on AAA.com/ tickets. FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Fog lights can be a glaring problem on roadways Improper use detrimental to vision and safety of other drivers
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ore passenger cars and light trucks are being equipped with auxiliary lamps these days, commonly referred to as fog lamps. Unfortunately, supplemental lamps are now becoming a source of complaints from other motorists about glare. Fog lights have become fashionable automotive accessories and more drivers are reporting that these lamps are being used all the time at night. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) the three most common complaints concerning vehicle lighting are glare created by highermounted headlamps, glare from high intensity discharge headlamps (HIDs), and glare from auxiliary headlamps. Research has confirmed the public’s perceptions. The University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute found that auxiliary lamps were used much more often than was appropriate for the conditions. Most vehicles that had them installed used them regardless of the weather or visibility conditions. Fog lamps are intended to be mounted very low on a vehicle and have a wide even beam, less intense than a low beam. They are meant to shine out under blankets of fog hovering near the ground, and in other conditions of reduced visibility.
SEEING THE LIGHT — Glare from auxiliary lights can play havoc with your night vision. With its downward aimed beam, fog lamps can reduce the backscatter glare that often results from water droplets, snowflakes and dust particles illuminated by headlamps and improve visibility — albeit at a much shorter distance. Speeds, of course, have to be reduced under those conditions. Used correctly, properly aimed fog lamps are not a prob-
lem for oncoming motorists. When fog lamps are mounted on taller vehicles like SUVs and pickups, the height of the light source typically makes them ineffective in fog. Instead these light sources shine directly into the windshield, rear window or mirrors and drivers’ eyes in lower vehicles, creating glare.
Glare is a blinding concentration of light that impedes vision, hampers concentration and increases reaction times. As people age, they become more susceptible to glare. A 55 year old driver takes eight times longer to recover from glare than a 16-year-old. Inappropriate use of supplemental lights is not only visually distracting it can be dangerous for other drivers. According to NHTSA, about half of deadly accidents occur during the night, despite the fact that nighttime driving accounts for only 25 percent of overall traffic. State laws typically allow these lamps to be used only under certain conditions of visibility. Auxiliary driving lamps are not intended for general driving, but are in essence, auxiliary high beam headlamps and should be used the same way. They should never be used under conditions that do not permit using your high beams and should be switched off when within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle and within 350 feet when following another vehicle.
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2014 Approved Auto Repair Centers LORAIN
ASHTABULA COUNTY
ASHTABULA
Conrad’s Total Car Care
Nassief Honda 5456 Main Avenue ...........440-997-5151
Pallens Auto Concepts
150 Sheffield Center .........440-233-4860 2360 Broadway Ave. .........440-244-2886
JEFFERSON
NORTH RIDGEVILLE
Nassief Ford/Toyota/Hyundai Inc. 1059 State Rd. 46 North ...440-576-1010
Conrad’s Total Car Care
34043 Center Ridge Road .440-327-5100
CUYAHOGA COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY
BEDFORD
AUSTINTOWN
Bedford Auto Care 803 Broadway Avenue.......440-735-4600
Uptown Auto Service 4801 Mahoning Ave. ............. 330-953-2733
BEREA
YOUNGSTOWN
Parkway Auto Care 137 Front Street .................... 440-234-4990
Redlich Transmission 136 Steel Street ................... 330-792-3318
BROADVIEW HEIGHTS
PORTAGE COUNTY
KENT
Baker’s Automotive Repair 600 East Royalton Road ......... 440-526-0070
BROOK PARK Auto Repair Inc. and AAA Towing 6601 Smith Road .................. 216-676-4160 Auto Repair Technology 14671 Snow Road ................ 216-898-5800 Conrad’s Total Car Care 14960 Snow Road ................ 216-362-7300 Metro Toyota, Inc. 13775 Brookpark Road .......... 216-267-7000
CLEVELAND AAMCO Transmission 14138 Lorain Ave. ................. 216-688-6000 Beaulieu Auto Center 4380 East 71st Street ............ 216-441-1950 Ben’s Auto Body Specialists 8514 Carnegie Ave................. 216-795-2700 Broadview Schaaf Marathon 4661 Broadview Road ............ 216-459-8674 Conrad’s Total Car Care 14577 Lorain Avenue ............. 216-941-2062 Conrad’s Total Car Care 1715 Chester Avenue ............. 216-771-7750 Hasek Automotive Service 18410 Nottingham Road ........ 216-692-2400 Slavic Village Automotive 7772 Broadway Avenue 216-341-1143 Suburban Car & Truck Repair, Inc. 17309 South Miles Road 216-662-2102 Target Auto Service 5201 Carnegie Avenue ........... 216-391-5858
CLEVELAND HEIGHTS AAMCO Transmission 3984 Mayfield Rd. ................. 216-381-7730 Goodyear Auto Service Center 3971 Mayfield Road............... 216-382-7680 Washington & Lee Service 2080 Lee Road ..................... 216-371-2850
EUCLID Action CARSTAR Collision Center 21200 St. Clair Ave. ............... 216-486-6161
Don Joseph Toyota 1111 West Main Street .......... 330-673-2200
LAKEWOOD Barry Buick, Inc. 16000 Detroit Avenue ............ 216-221-7000 Conrad’s Total Car Care 12629 Detroit Avenue ............ 216-228-6100 Madison Avenue Auto Service and AAA Towing 14588 Madison Avenue.......... 216-226-4100
Harle’s Auto Service, Inc. 6014 State Road ................... 440-885-5640
Rad-Air Complete Car Care 27051 Detroit Road ............... 440-871-1133
Sirl’s Automotive Inc. and Auto Body 7541 York Rd. ...................... 440-843-9000 Transmission Engine Pros 5288 Pearl Rd. ..................... 216-351-0488
Excalibur Collision Inc. 9935 E. Washington St. .......... 440-708-9898
PARMA HEIGHTS
Highway Auto Body 8410 East Washington St. ...........440-708-0600
MAYFIELD HEIGHTS
Rad-Air Complete Car Care 6565 Pearl Road ................... 440-842-5152
Conrad’s Total Car Care 1598 Golden Gate Plaza ......... 440-461-1220
Yorktown Automotive Center 6177 Pearl Road ................... 440-885-2222
Nick Brunner Auto Service 7121 Hart Street.................... 440-255-7308
Klaben Dodge Jeep, Inc. 1338 West Main Street .......... 330-673-2122
GEAUGA COUNTY
PAINESVILLE
CHAGRIN FALLS
Conrad’s Total Car Care 123 North St. Clair Street ....... 440-352-0673 Ganley Village Crylser, Jeep, Dodge, Ram 2115 Mentor Ave. .................. 440-354-4368
Klaben Ford/Lincoln, Inc. 1089 West Main St. ............... 330-673-3139
Highway Garage Inc. 8410 East Washington St. ...... 440-708-0600 Trans Colonial Auto Service 8228 E. Washington St. .......... 440-543-3355
MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS
RICHMOND HEIGHTS
CHARDON
Pearl & Bagley Auto Care 7250 Pearl Road ................... 440-888-8087
Conrad’s Total Car Care 691 Richmoond Road ............ 440-449-4300
Chardon Square CARSTAR Collision 537 Water Street ................... 440-286-7600
Southland Automotive 7026 West 130th Street ......... 440-842-6861
ROCKY RIVER
Chardon Square Tire and Brake 525 Water St. ....................... 440-286-7600
PERRY Lake County Auto Service 3380 N. Ridge Road ............. 440-259-0076
STREETSBORO Excalibur Auto Body 8987 St. Rt. 14 ..................... 330-626-9995
O’Connor’s Auto Body & Towing 29100 Anderson Rd............... 440-944-4400
STARK COUNTY
WILLOUGHBY
Consumer Tire Inc. 216 Cherry St. ...................... 440-285-8473
Conrad’s Total Car Care 35101 Euclid Avenue ............. 440-269-3737
Conrad’s Total Car Care 4799 Great Northern Blvd. ..... 440-779-6700
Spremulli Goodyear 19548 Detroit Avenue ............ 440-331-4647
CHESTERLAND
Dave’s Auto Care 37657 Vine Street.................. 440-946-8414
Ganley Westside Imports, Inc. 25600 Lorain Road................ 440-734-2000
SEVEN HILLS
NORTH RANDALL Conrads Total Car Care 4740 Warrensville Center Rd ... 216-581-7087
Rad-Air Complete Car Care 7893 Broadview Road ............ 440-740-0700
HURON COUNTY
NORWALK
NORTH ROYALTON
SHAKER HEIGHTS
Automotive Excellence and Auto Body 12950 York Delta Drive........... 440-582-2826
Shaker Auto Hospital 16101 Chagrin Blvd. .............. 216-921-4455
Jake’s Autocare Inc. 6 Simpson Avenue ................. 419-663-2831 White’s Automotive Service & AAA Towing 35 Whittlesey Ave................... 419-668-3100
Buckeye Trnasmission 5801 Royalton Rd. (RT. 82)..... 440-230-2644
SOLON
WILLARD
Conrad’s Total Car Care 33111 Station Street .............. 440-248-7042
Steve’s Auto Care 221 East Tiffin Street .............. 419-935-1301
Rad-Air Complete Car Care 6221 SOM Center Road ......... 440-498-0536
LAKE COUNTY
STRONGSVILLE
Conrad’s Total Car Care 9853 Johhnycake Ridge........ 440-350-4555
Conrad’s Total Car Care 5118 Royalton Road .............. 440-582-2300 Friend-Lee Automotive 7437 Royalton Rd.................. 440-582-7190
ORANGE VILLAGE The Swedish Solution Inc. 27999 Miles Road ................. 440-248-1022
PARMA Al’s Auto Service Inc. 6097 State Road ................... 440-885-8550
GARFIELD HEIGHTS
Conrad’s Total Car Care 1942 Snow Road .................. 216-398-4200
Garfield Auto Center 4923 Turney Road ................. 216-441-3484
Conrad’s Total Car Care 7701 Day Drive ..................... 440-886-6116
Rad-Air Complete Car Care 5266 Turney Road ................. 216-663-0663
Harb’s Auto Service 5806 Pearl Road ................... 440-845-8488
Conrad’s Total Car Care 17572 Pearl Road ................. 440-238-6312
CONCORD
MADISON
WILLOUGHBY HILLS Willoughby Hills Auto Repair 34801 Chardon Road ............ 440-585-1691
Uptown Auto Service 2075 W. State St. .................. 330-821-3065
MASSILLON Progressive Chevrolet 8000 Hills & Dales Rd. ........... 330-833-8564 Progressive Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge 7966 Hills & Dales Rd. .......... 330-833-8585
Lim-O-Tec and Complete Auto Service 31920 Vine Street.................. 440-516-5466
Skip’s Auto Service of Massillon 30 Thorne Ave. NW ................ 330-837-0005
LORAIN COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY
AMHERST MS Precision Automotive
1611 Cooper Foster Park...440-989-2886 AVON Ray’s Auto & Truck Service
38219 Colorado Avenue ....440-934-4318 Conrad’s Total Car Care
37535 Colorado Ave. ........440-937-8200 AVON LAKE
Frank’s Auto Body & Restoration 7279 N. Ridge Rd.................. 440-428-6259
Weber & Son Service & Repair 20720 Westwood Drive .......... 440-238-7543
Pike’s CARSTAR Collision 410 Lake Street..................... 440-428-2183
1049 RT. 83 ....................440-937-2886
WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS
MENTOR
32954 Walker Road ..........440-933-6600
Conrad’s Total Car Care 6099 Heisley Rd. ................... 440-354-5300
ALLIANCE Ron’s Automotive Service 72 S. Sawburg Ave. ................ 330-821-9872
WILLOWICK
Strongsville Express Tire & Automotive 12300 Prospect .................... 440-238-8473
Center Heights Service, Inc. 3884 Warrensville Center Rd. .. 216-751-3387
RAVENNA Haasz Automall and Collision 4886 State Route 59 ............. 330-296-2866
WICKLIFFE
Conrad’s Total Car Care 21399 Center Ridge Road ...... 440-333-8400
Conrad’s Total Car Care 7821 Broadview Road ............ 216-573-9800
Automotive Rehab 10358 Infirmary Road ............ 330-274-0480
Chick’s Automotive 29920 Euclid Ave................... 440-943-1400
NORTH OLMSTED
Chesterland Auto Body & Service and AAA Towing 8032 Nayfield Road ............... 440-729-9506
MANTUA
Automotive Specialty Services Conrad’s Total Car Care & Tire Center
ELYRIA
WESTLAKE
Consumer Tire Inc. 8443 Mentor Avenue.............. 440-255-9154
Conrad’s Total Car Care
Conrad’s Total Car Care 1325 Dover Center Road ........ 440-871-2800
Heisley Tire & Brake, Inc. and AAA Towing 5893 Heisley Road ................ 440-357-9797
Conrad’s Total Car Care
264 Broad Street ..............440-322-6364 1875 Midway Mall Blvd. ....440-324-2731
NEWTON FALLS AutoSmith LLC 117 N. Million Blvd. ....................... 330-872-5855 TUSCARAWAS COUNTY
DOVER Chuck Nicholson Pontiac, Mazda 135 West Broadway ............... 330-343-7781 McBride’s Auto Service 214 E. 2nd Streeet ................ 330-343-7213 Parkway Ford, Lincoln Chrysler 311 Commercial Pkwy B ........ 330-343-6681 Parkway Honda 855 Commercial Pkwy............ 330-364-8661 Parkway Nissan 877 Commercial Pkwy............ 330-364-6650
NEW PHILADELPHIA Automotive Performance 1130 Bowers Ave. N............... 330-364-3717 Ferris Chevrolet Inc. AABR 634 Wabash Ave. ................... 330-343-7761
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AA.com/travel is a one-stop web destination for members looking to research, plan and book the perfect air, land or sea getaway. The AAA.com/travel homepage features a scrolling banner with the latest cruise and tour packages, member promotions and travel destinations. The slideshow is regularly updated, so check often — you never know what you’ll find! On the left hand side of the homepage, you’ll find a blue drop down menu with some of the most popular AAA Travel features online. Here, you can search for available hotels, flights or rental cars (or any combination of the three). You can also find the perfect cruise by date, destination or cruise line. You can also access the “bookings” menu, which allows you to view all of your reservations and upcoming trips made through AAA.com/travel. When you make your reservations online through AAA.com/travel, you can feel confident knowing you are getting a great rate. There are no transaction fees, and AAA member rates are clearly marked, so you know exactly what you are paying and how much you are saving. To the right of the drop down menu, you will see four red banners,
GOES WHERE YOU GO — AAA.com/travel offers user-friendly navigation which is both simple and intuitive. each identifying another section of AAA.com/travel. AAA Featured Vacations is on top, and this link takes visitors to a showcase of trips and itineraries created or selected by AAA Travel for out-of-theordinary value, amenities or inclusions. The Research & Planning banner offers members a wide range of travel resources. Learn about everything from
international travel document requirements to purchasing travel insurance. Also in this section is a link to the online versions of the always-popular AAA TourBook Guides. Prefer hard copies of your travel materials? You can also order TripTik Travel Planners, TourBook Guides and maps under the Research & Planning tab.
As the name suggests, the Top Destinations banner includes perennial favorite member destinations in one central location. Select the location you have your eye on (including Las Vegas, Universal Orlando, Caribbean, Mexico, Disney or USA) and you will be taken to the AAA Travel Planner page, where you can follow the easy-to-use prompts to book your perfect getaway. The final banner links visitors to Travel Discounts, where members can take advantage of special offers like luggage discounts, last-minute travel packages, and rental car offers through Hertz. The “more savings” link takes you to AAA Discounts & Rewards platform, an online shopping destination where members can save even more from more than 31,000 popular online retailers. This is the perfect place to stock up on all the little “extras” for your trip — like attraction tickets, or a new pair of sunglasses. Visit AAA.com/travel to plan, book and save on your next getaway today.
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Your golden ticket to a great new car deal Take a test drive and be rewarded for your feedback!
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f you’re shopping for a new or used car this spring, the AAA Auto Buying Program is the easiest way to save both time and money. AAA members cut down the average amount of time spent at the dealership with Guaranteed Savings and upfront dealer pricing information* before ever walking on the lot. Using the Auto Buying Program online tools, AAA members have saved an average of $3,078 off MSRP**, receive additional used car discounts, and enjoy a hassle-free experience with pre-screened Certified Dealers. AAA Auto Buying Program Certified Dealers are committed to providing a simple and painless purchase process and want shoppers’ feedback about their service. For a limited time, take a test drive with a Certified Dealer, complete a quick survey about your experience and you’ll get a $25 gift card in the mail. (Details provided with your certificate.) Take your first step on the AAA Auto Buying Program site at AAA.com/autobuying where you can research new and used cars. Learn about any regional incentives and special cash-back offers available from the manufacturer or estimate the trade-in value of your used car and your potential monthly payment. The AAA Auto Buying Program lets you know when you’re getting a good deal and gives you unlimited access to
CARE FREE CAR BUYING — Get upfront dealer pricing info before you step on the lot at AAA.com/autobuying. free TrueCar Price Reports which show what others paid in your area for cars with the same features as the one you have chosen. You’ll also find reviews, photos, and specifications for a variety of vehicles and safety and crash test results allowing shoppers to compare
various vehicles at one time. Once you’re ready to purchase, be sure to print your Guaranteed Savings Certificate or Used Vehicle Certificate, see how to get your gift card and visit your selected Certified Dealer. Your certificate is like a Golden Ticket, so
bring it with you, or have it ready to show on your mobile device to make sure you receive your AAA member savings and enjoy a hassle-free shopping experience. If you end up picking a different car on the lot than what’s on your certificate, our Certified Dealers will give you the member savings for the car you choose on the spot. And unlike some other programs, there’s no additional charge to access this service — you have unlimited access as part of your AAA membership! So if you’re ready to buy a car, or want to find out how much you could save, go to AAA.com/autobuying and request upfront dealer pricing information for the car you want. You can also reach one of our representatives by calling 800-446-7433. Our Certified Dealers are waiting to take you on that test drive! *Guaranteed Savings and upfront dealer pricing information not available in all states. **See AAA.com/autobuying for details.
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Running hot and cold with Electric Vehicles AAA testing finds temperature affects EV driving range
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lectric Vehicles (EVs) are energy efficient and environmentally friendly with the added benefit of reducing fuel costs for motorists. But, just as motorists need to know how far the gas in their tank will take them, EV drivers need to be aware of how far their vehicle can travel on a single charge. According to new AAA research conducted by the AAA Automotive Research Center in Southern California, electric vehicle range can be reduced by an average of 57 percent based on the outside temperature. “Electric motors provide smooth operation, strong acceleration, require less maintenance than internal combustion engines, and for many motorists offer a cost effective option,” said John Nielsen, managing director, AAA Automotive Engineering and Repair. “However, EV drivers need to carefully monitor driving range in hot and cold weather.” To better understand the impact of climate on electric vehicle batteries, AAA conducted a simulation to measure the driving range of three fullyelectric vehicles in cold, moderate and hot weather. Temperature made a big difference in driving range for all three EVs. Vehicles were tested for city driving to mimic stop-and-go traffic, and to better compare with EPA ratings listed
RANGE ANXIETY — AAA found temperature made a big difference in driving range for all three EVs they tested. on the window sticker. The average EV battery range in AAA’s test was 105 miles at 75°F, but that dropped 57 percent to 43 miles when the temperature was held steady at 20°F. Warm temperatures were less stressful on battery range, but still delivered a lower average of 69 miles per full charge at 95°F. AAA performed the testing between
December 2013 and January 2014 on three fully-electric vehicles — a 2013 Nissan Leaf, a 2012 Mitsubishi iMIEV and a 2014 Ford Focus EV. They were selected because they are the most widely available electric cars in the country. Each vehicle completed a driving cycle for moderate, hot and cold cli-
mates following standard EPA-DOE test procedures. The vehicles were fully charged and then “driven” on a dynamometer in a climate-controlled room until the battery was fully exhausted. According to a 2012 survey conducted by AAA, eight out of ten U.S. adults are unsure about or unlikely to buy an electric vehicle and 30 percent of them say it is due to mileage limitations and availability of charging stations locations. Even the reduced range of the test vehicles was still more than enough for the average driver’s daily commute which the U.S. Department of Transportation says is around 16 miles one way. AAA has initiated several projects including mobile recharging units and EV charging stations to support members who drive electric vehicles. EVs provide owners with many benefits, but every motorist needs to be aware of conditions that can impact vehicle driving range. EV drivers need to plan carefully in hot and cold weather. Mapping tools such as the AAA TripTik® Travel Planner pinpoint charging stations to keep motorists on the go.
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Disney Festival of Fantasy parade debuts at Magic Kingdom New daytime spectacular opens at Walt Disney World Resort
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nchanting stories come to life in the new Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade. This is the first of Disney Parks’ next generation parades, an eye-popping fusion of breathtaking floats, Cirque du Soleilstyle theatrics and never-before-used technology. Stilt walkers, fairies, a firebreathing dragon, and a Cha Cha Girl with hair like pulled taffy, add an element of whimsy as they accompany Disney characters from more than a dozen classic stories. The parade debuted in March with nine gargantuan floats rolling down Main Street, U.S.A to the pulsating beat of an original soundtrack inspired by your favorite Disney films. Elegantly costumed Swan Court couples lead the 50-foot-long Princess Garden float, capped off with a special appearance by Anna and Elsa from “Frozen.” A pageantry of Disney princesses relax in a garden of topiaries filled with songbirds and woodland creatures. Flynn Rider and Rapunzel from Tangled are showcased in massive long ship as they go in search of adventure and another Best. Day. Ever! Rapunzel’s iconic tresses are woven throughout this 36-foot-long float decked out with dastardly thugs swinging precariously on enormous pendulums. Ariel and her friends ride atop a colorfully kinetic seashell music box on the Under the Sea float from The Little Mermaid. Conga dancing fish kick up
IMAGINE DRAGONS — A Steampunk-inspired dragon from Sleeping Beauty is one of the parade’s signature attractions. their fins with bubbles galore, while runway-inspired costumes for the Lion Fish, Seashell and Sea Horse performers shimmer in the Florida sunshine. Peter Pan and Wendy soar high aboard the Jolly Roger pirate ship complete with Captain Hook and smoking cannons. Tinker Bell hovers among the giant flowers, while “Newsies-inspired” Lost Boys kick up their heels. Highland dancers announce the
arrival of Merida on a float shaped like an enormous bagpipe in celebration of the popular Disney*Pixar film, “Brave.” Walt Disney World Resort guests will feast their eyes on some of the most extravagant and imaginative costumes in Disney Parks’ history. Designer Mirena Rada puts a thoroughly modern spin on classic themes, from the iridescent feathers on the Princess Garden’s Swan Court gowns, to the sculpted
The time is from 11:00 a.m. till dusk. Hessler Road is located in the University Circle neighborhood. CLEVELAND ASIAN FESTIVAL — (May 17-18) The 5th annual festival features authentic Asian foods and merchandise, local and national performing artists, a children’s activities area, games, competitions, and a health pavilion with free screenings and education. Plus, a Colors of Asia fashion show. Free admission. The time is from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Asia Plaza, 2999 Payne Avenue, Cleveland. CLEVELAND AREA JEWELRY ARTS AND GEM SHOW — (May 17-18) The Parma Lapidary Club hosts it 46th annual show featuring jewelry arts, gems, minerals, fossils, geodes, and beads. The times are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Soccer Sportsplex31515 Lorain Rd. in North Olmstead, Ohio (take I480 to exit 2). For more information visit www.parmalapidary.com. MAURICE SENDAK: 50 YEAR TRIBUTE — (May 18-July 6) Fifty years ago, artist and illustrator Maurice Sendak (1928-2012) created his classic book, Where the Wild Things Are. This exhibition includes some of the original drawings for the book,
studies and other materials relating to his extensive career. Special programs and tours accompany this exhibition. The Butler Institute of American Art, The Beecher Center, 524 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, Ohio. Call 330.743.1107, ext. 114 for information. A RIDE BACK IN TIME 2 THE HEIGHTS — (May 18) Explore Cleveland’s rich Jewish history by bike. The tour starts at the museum and heads west on bike paths and safe streets to explore the nearly-century long story of the Jewish people in The Heights. Stops along the way will include grand houses of worship, storefront and home-based shteibles, and Doan Brook and Forest Hills Park. The time is from noon to 5:00 p.m. at Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage, 2929 Richmond Road, Beachwood OH. HOUND HIKE: PITTER PATTER OF PAWS — (May 19) Bring your favorite canine companion to enjoy the signs of spring while hiking the trails. Reservation required. Only one leashed dog per handler. The time is from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Geauga Park District – Orchard Hills Park. Contact 440.286.9516 or www. geaugaparkdistrict.org.
conch shell headpiece on the Little Mermaid’s Seashell Girl. The hauntingly elegant raven costumes from “Sleeping Beauty” were brought to life using innovative 3D printing technology. Prince Phillip battles a fire-breathing Steampunk-inspired dragon from Sleeping Beauty in one of the parade’s many show-stoppers. The spectacular, 53-foot-long dragon was built on an articulating chassis allowing it to bend and flex as it snakes along the route — a first for Disney parades. Festival of Fantasy culminates with Mickey and Minnie Mouse perched high aboard Mickey’s Airship — a giant hot air balloon leading a 90-footlong caravan of characters featuring Pinocchio, Dumbo, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, the Mad Hatter and more. There’s dancing hippos, a ticking croc, sassy Bubble Girls with crazy, cotton-candy hair all exuding the essence of New Fantasyland.
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AAA members receive special lodging programs at selected hotels, preferred parking at the theme parks when they purchase a select AAA vacation package or pre-purchase select theme park tickets at AAA. See your AAA Travel Agent or log on to AAA.com for special member values on Disney Vacations.
aroundtown 5TH ANNUAL HOOLEY ON KAMM’S CORNERS — (May 10) It’s West Park’s Homecoming celebration featuring great food, live music, children’s shows & activities, Irish dancers, pipes & drums, and more. New this year is Fine Art Alley, sheltered under a tent. The event runs from noon to 8:00 p.m. on Lorain Avenue, between Rocky River Drive and West 165th Street, Cleveland. HALL & OATES — (May 10) Fresh off their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Daryl Hall and John Oates will perform live for the 11th annual It’s Only Rock and Roll Spring Benefit. The time is 8:00 p.m. at the historic Public Hall at the Cleveland Convention Center, 500 Lakeside Ave., Cleveland. All ticket sales benefit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum’s acclaimed educational programs. HESSLER STREET FAIR — (May 17-18) The Hessler Street Fair started as an annual block party and has evolved into a street festival. Now, the free festival of arts, crafts, food and music, welcomes thousands of visitors every year from all over Ohio. There are poetry and photography contests and music by the JiMiller Band, Mo’ Mojo and many more.
PORT CLINTON WALLEYE FESTIVAL — (May 22-26} The 34th annual festival gets underway from at picturesque Waterworks Park in Port Clinton. The festival features an array of free live concerts, kids fishing derby, kids activity area, grande parade, carnival rides and more than 130 vendors. For a complete schedule of events, please visit www.walleyefestival.com. TREMONT GREEK FESTIVAL — (May 23-26) Don’t miss this annual celebration of Greek culture filled with music and dance, performed in traditional dress. Enjoy the delicious tastes of Greece right here in Cleveland. No passport needed! The festival offers authentic Greek food made from recipes passed down through the generations. Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 2187 West 14th Street, Cleveland. CLEVELAND POPS PRESENTS “SALUTE TO OUR ARMED FORCES” — (May 30) Cleveland POPS Chorus lends its impressive collective voice to Cleveland’s most cherished tribute to our heroes. Military-inspired, patriotic music and sing-alongs. The time is from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Severance Hall, 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland.
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