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Hawaii by land or sea Up to $100.00 “pocket money” from AAA Travel for members only

Say “Aloha!” to limited-time values on select cruises & a guided tour

LAND TOUR $100.00 Visa® Gift Card Locked-in Airfare Rates $50 for Optional Tour/Activity 5X Points

when you purchase with AAA Member Rewards Visa® credit card

CRUISES Up to $100.00 Visa® Gift Card TURN TO PAGE 10 FOR DETAILS.

Auto Pay Saves You Time & Money

AAA East Central’s Auto Pay annual renewal option is the perfect way to ensure your membership doesn’t lapse. And for a limited time, save $10 on next year’s membership renewal when you enroll in Auto Pay at AAA.com/renew, or at any AAA East Central branch. Your renewal will be automatically charged to your credit or debit card each year and we’ll even send you a reminder before billing your card. Auto Pay automatic renewal can be added to your membership at any time, regardless of your membership expiration/renewal date. You’ll rest easy knowing your AAA membership is always there providing uninterrupted service. And, you always have the option of canceling at any time. For more information, visit or call your local AAA East Central office, or call the AAA Member Services Center at 1.800.441.5008 or 412.363.5100 in Pittsburgh.

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here’s more than one way to experience the natural beauty, rich history and unique culture & cuisine of Hawaii — and, at AAA Travel, there’s more than one way to enhance the value of a Hawaii vacation, especially this May. A great way to maximize an Aloha State experience is by cruising among 4 islands on NCL’s Pride of America, the only USA-registered ship sailing in Hawaii. Talk about convenience; this “floating hotel” takes you from isle to isle without your having to pack and unpack over and over. In addition to the islands’ sights and activities, you’ve got an amazing smorgasbord of entertainment venues and restaurants, as well as other activities & attractions, aboard your ship! Another way to experience Hawaii’s best is by taking the newly introduced Guided Vacation land tour designed by Pleasant Holidays,® a trusted AAA travel partner. Enjoy accommodations, scheduled sightseeing and some included meals; it’s a convenient, efficient and economical way to get the most out of your long-dreamed-of Hawaii visit. And with any new 2015 booking with a nonrefundable deposit on select NCL cruises and the Pleasant Holidays® guided tour, you’ll enjoy an array of exclusive AAA offers detailed on page 10. Get as much as $100.00 “pocket money” in the form of a Visa® gift card; use it for airport parking, gas, bathing suits or

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any other pre-trip needs. Or save it until your trip to purchase souvenirs, meals or other items. With NCL’s unique 7-day Hawaii cruise itineraries, you get overnights in Maui and Kauai as well as one-day visits to Oahu and the Big Island. You’ll be on “island time” as you discover waterfalls; volcanos; black- & white-sand beaches and fascinating historic sites. Consider enhancing and extending your cruise vacation with an optional hotel package before or after your sailing. Pleasant Holidays® offers a vast selection of top-notch hotels in Honolulu and throughout the islands — most without the resort fees that are so common elsewhere nowadays. This year Pleasant Holidays® introduces its 9-night Guided Vacation for families or solo travelers featuring must-see highlights of 3 islands, inter-island air & transfers, a local expert tour guide & driver throughout, accommodations, daily breakfast, a dinner, a luau and multiple guided activities, including the Polynesian Cultural Center; the USS Arizona Memorial City Tour; the Legends in Concert Show; the ’Ulalena Cultural Show; a Waterfalls Walk; a Haleakala (volcano), Central Maui & Iao Valley Tour; a Kauai Movie Adventure; a Waimea Canyon Experience and a Farewell Dinner at the RumFire Poipu Beach Restaurant. For more information on the itineraries, inclusions and offer details, turn to page 10.

Summer road trip season is here, and there are plenty of options for online maps and directions. There’s only one that combines AAA’s professional hotel and restaurant ratings and robust travel information with Google map functionality — TripTik® Travel Planner. Millions of members rely on TripTik® Travel Planner on AAA.com for trip planning expertise, including maps, driving directions, travel information, hotel reservations and more. For many travelers, 24/7 access from your personal computer or mobile device offers the best of both worlds — the flexibility you need, coupled with AAA’s expertise, all on demand and at your fingertips. Older, paper-based TripTik® strip maps, first introduced in 1930, are nearing the end of their life cycle and are being phased out at the end of this year. TripTik® Travel Planner lets you customize your routing, then save, print or share it with the AAA Mobile app for on-the-go use. The free AAA Mobile app is available for iPhone, iPad and Android smartphones. It’s high-tech for the highway, and with detour and construction information updated daily, it’s your definitive choice for your next driving vacation.

Get Away with Hertz and Save! AAA encourages you to take a family vacation and get away from it all, or plan that romantic getaway! Our travel partner, Hertz, has made a driving vacation affordable with up to 20% discounts and an array of member benefits that will save your travel budget for fun activities. Plus, from now through July 31, 2015, you can save an additional 10% on Weekly rentals of Economy – Premium car classes at participating Hertz locations when you include Promotions Code # 301302 in your reservation. So go ahead with your vacation plans! You deserve it…and it’s affordable! Contact your local AAA travel office, visit AAA.com/hertz or call 800-654-3080 to reserve your Hertz vehicle and save!

Get More Bang for Your Travel Buck The strong dollar means some the best travel deals in over a decade to destinations like Canada and Europe. AAA Travel wants to stretch your dollars even further on select escorted tours from Insight Vacations, Trafalgar Tours and AAA Member Choice Vacations. Book and deposit before May 29, 2015 and get a $100 Visa Gift Card, plus a scan-proof card carrier. (some restrictions apply) SEE PAGE 7.

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Identity thieves never take a vacation ProtectMyID® Deluxe helps travelers thwart identity theft

ummer travel season is here and travelers are getting ready for some serious summer fun. But your dream vacation can quickly turn into a nightmare when you’re stuck trying to unravel the damage done by identity theft. A recent survey conducted by Edelman Berland for Experian’s ProtectMyID® reveals that 30 percent of travelers have experienced identity theft while traveling or know someone who has.1 “The last thing people want is for their trip to fund an identity thief’s vacation,” said Becky Frost, senior manager of consumer education for Experian’s ProtectMyID. Identity theft can derail vacations quickly, but taking some precautions before and during travel can help consumers protect themselves: • Password-protect smartphones and other electronic devices. • Create strong passwords with a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols on sensitive accounts accessible through electronic devices. • Avoid public Wi-Fi when possible; create your own Wi-Fi with a portable router and SIM card. • Delay social media posts that indicate you’re out of town; wait until you’re back from your trip to share your travel adventures. • Choose to pay with a credit card versus debit card; credit cards often offer

better fraud protection. Do your banking at the branch; ATMs in high-traffic tourist areas may put you at risk for skimming. • Alert your bank of your travel plans to avoid account holds and hassles. • Avoid traveling with unnecessary documents, such as Social Security cards or unneeded credit cards. • Disable geotagging on all cameras. • Keep a close eye on accounts; review financial accounts during your trip and when you get home, including bank and credit card statements. You should also keep an eye on your credit report upon your return. Signs of fraud and identity theft often first show up on your credit report and financial statements. • Have a partner in the fight against identity theft. Enroll in an identity theft monitoring program like ProtectMyID Deluxe. Available at a specially discounted AAA member price of $8.95 a month (up to 60% savings), ProtectMyID Deluxe helps safeguard your identity with these comprehensive features: Daily Monitoring of Credit Bureaus – Monitors your credit reports daily to detect key changes at all three bureaus, and gives you your Experian PLUS Score® at sign-up. Identity Theft Insurance – Helps to reimburse eligible expenses, such as lost wages and legal fees up to $1 million, should you become a victim. •

Email Alerts – Sends an alert notification to your inbox if key changes are detected in your credit report. If no changes are detected, you’ll be sent a monthly all-clear email. Fraud Resolution Support – Provides support and guidance from a dedicated Fraud Resolution agent to help you investigate and resolve fraud. Lost Wallet Assistance – Provides assistance from a ProtectMyID agent to help cancel and replace your cards if your wallet is lost or stolen. Internet Scan – Conducts confidential daily monitoring of online sources known for selling, trading, or sharing compromised information and searches for signs that your identity has been compromised. Change-of-Address Notification – Monitors the U.S. Postal Service national change-of-address databases to alert you if your address has been changed. Feel safer knowing you’ll be alerted if someone tries to redirect your mail out of your hands and into their own. ChildSecure® – Each month, ChildSecure will search for an Experian credit report for each enrolled child. You will be alerted by e-mail if a credit report for your child is discovered. ChildSecure will continue to monitor for changes to that report and you will receive alerts if any key changes are found. Identity Theft Insurance underwritten by insurance company subsidiaries or affiliates of American International Group, Inc. (AIG). The description herein is a summary and intended for informational purposes only and does not include all terms, conditions and exclusions of the policies described. Please refer to the actual policies for terms, conditions, and exclusions of coverage. Coverage may not be available in all jurisdictions. 1 This survey was conducted online by Edelman Berland on behalf of Experian from June 2, 2014, through June 5, 2014, among 1,000 adults ages 18 years and older residing throughout the United States. The national study focused on issues related to identity theft and identity protection while traveling. The margin of error is plus or minus 3.1 percent.

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ProtectMyID Deluxe is another way AAA offers its members peace of mind. For more information about the Identity Theft Monitoring member benefit, visit AAA.com/watchid or call 1-877-440-6943. ProtectMyID Essential and Deluxe is provided by ConsumerInfo.com, Inc., an Experian company. Current AAA members over the age of 18 who have a valid email address and access to the Internet are eligible to enroll.

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AAA DIRECTORY INTERNET WEB SITE: www.AAA.com AAA MEMBER SERVICES • ADDRESS CHANGE triptiks, tourbooks, maps, license 412-363-5100 or 1-800-441-5008 APPROVED AUTO REPAIR 412-365-7411 or 1-800-233-9733 EMERGENCY ROAD SERVICE 412-362-1900 or 1-800-222-4357 EXPRESS TRAVEL RESERVATIONS

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INSURANCE SERVICES: 1-800-207-7947 MEDIA RELATIONS: 412-365-7274 SAFETY: 412-365-7211 TDD for the hearing-impaired: 412-363-7144

AAA BRANCH OFFICE LOCATIONS Altoona 1634 Valley View Blvd.............................. 814-946-1277 Butler 138 Clearview Circle .................................... 724-287-2713 Cranberry The Village Shoppes, 20510 Rt. 19 .......... 724-772-1122 Erie 6660 Peach St. Unit #2 .............................. 814-866-0246 Franklin 491 Allegheny Blvd, Suite 200 .................. 814-432-3960 Greensburg Eastgate Shopping Center 5142 Route 30, Suite 135 ......................... 724-834-8300 Grove City 24 Pine Grove Village Dr........................... 724-458-8930 Harborcreek 4430 Buffalo Rd. ........................................ 814-897-9508 Hermitage 1749 E. State St.......................................... 724-981-9141 Indiana 1169 Wayne Ave........................................ 724-349-4193 Jamestown (New York) 111 W. Fifth St., Jamestown, N.Y.. ........... 716-488-1981 Kittanning Franklin Village Mall. ............................... 724-543-1924 Lewisburg 530 1/2 North Derr Drive . ....................... 570-524-7455 Lower Burrell/New Kensington Area Crossroads Plaza 2503 Leechburg Rd.................................... 724-339-4440 McKean County (Bradford) 587 South Ave. .......................................... 814-368-3113 Meadville 18939 Park Avenue Plaza Unit #7 ............ 814-724-2247 New Castle 40 East St.................................................... 724-658-8551 Niagara-Orleans 7135 Rochester Rd, Lockport, NY. ............ 716-434-2865 Pittsburgh–Century III Area (Pleasant Hills) 9 Clairton Blvd. (RT 51). ........................... 412-655-6100 Pittsburgh–Downtown 538 Smithfield St. ...................................... 412-338-4300 Pittsburgh–East Liberty/Shadyside 5900 Baum Blvd. ........................................ 412-365-7196 Pittsburgh–Monroeville 2725 Mosside Blvd. .................................... 412-858-4640 Pittsburgh–North Hills Area (Ross Township) 4790 McKnight Rd. .................................... 412-367-7600 Pittsburgh–Robinson Township Robinson Town Centre 1760 Park Manor Blvd. ............................. 412-809-2800 Pittsburgh–South Hills Area (Bethel Park) 160 Ft. Couch Rd. ...................................... 412-833-5203 Rochester 300 Adams St. ............................................ 724-775-8000 St. Marys 1375 Bucktail Rd. ...................................... 814-834-7838 Somerset 110 N. Center Ave. .................................... 814-443-6526 Sunbury 1001 Market Street. .................................. 570-286-4507 Uniontown 111 W. Main St. ......................................... 724-438-8575 Warren 2285 Market St. ......................................... 814-723-6660 Washington 196 Murtland Ave. .................................... 724-222-3800 Waynesburg 184 Greene Plaza, US 21 & I-79 ................ 724-627-3434 Wexford 10548 Perry Highway ................................ 724-933-3000 White Oak/McKeesport Area Oak Park Mall, 2001 Lincoln Way ............ 412-675-3400

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AAA members are in the driver’s seat with Hertz Exclusive savings and benefits more rewarding than ever Niagara-Orleans Official publication of Niagara-Orleans Region of AAA East Central Published bi-monthly by AAA East Central 7135 Rochester Road Lockport, NY 14094 USPS: 002-092

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

AAA Niagara-Orleans Regional Board of Directors Marion E. Bicker, William R. Eaton, Herbert G. Koenig, Paul N. O’Neill, Robert S. Roberson

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By Richard Hamilton Chairman, AAA East Central ay is Hertz month at AAA and members enjoy a unique bundle of savings and rewards when they rent from Hertz. Exclusive AAA member benefits include: • Free unlimited mileage on most rentals! • Discounts up to 20 percent on daily, weekend, weekly and monthly rentals. • Free Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® membership — plus a free rental day. • Free use of a child, infant or booster seat, a savings of $11.99 per day. • Reduced fee on Hertz NeverLost® GPS rental of $6.99 per day, a savings of $6 per day. • Additional qualified AAA drivers are free, a savings of $13 per day. Most leisure and/or promotional weekly rates require that a car be rented over Saturday night, but AAA members are eligible for these low weekly rates with no Saturday night requirement. In addition, Hertz offers AAA members a variety of member’s only promotions, special single and double upgrades and dollars off coupons. These are available from AAA travel offices, in your club publication and at AAA.com. Your key to these exclusive Hertz savings and rewards is “215,” your Hertz CDP number. It’s the same number as the club code on your AAA membership card. The Hertz system will automatically assign the best rate available at the time of your reservation. Gold Plus Rewards® — Hertz’ indus-

Richard Hamilton try-leading loyalty program helps timechallenged travelers get right on the road. And AAA members enjoy the benefits of Hertz Gold Service at no cost! Recent upgrades to the program include: Hertz Gold Choice®: Provides renters with the peace of mind knowing their car will be ready and waiting for them, and the freedom to choose another vehicle on the spot. Mobile Gold Alerts: Gold members can receive email or text messages sent to their phone with up-to-the-minute information, letting them know which car they’ll be driving and where their vehicle is parked. Faster Rentals: Gold members can skip the counter at over 50 airports around the world. They need only show their driver’s license and pick up their

keys at over 4,000 locations worldwide. More Ways to Earn Points: In addition to earning points on rental charges, Gold members earn with services like Hertz NeverLost®, Fuel Purchase, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, insurance coverage options, and more. Once enrolled, members earn one point per dollar spent on all qualifying rentals. The program features AnyDay Rewards with no blackout dates, allowing members to use points at any time. Members also have the rare flexibility to use points at their own convenience as Gold Plus Rewards® points do not automatically expire. Each time a member rents a car that earns points or redeems points, their points renew for an additional two years. AAA members can sign up at AAA. com/Hertz or Hertz.com. Premier Members need to sign up at AAA. com/Hertz in order to validate Premier level of membership. AAA Basic & Plus Members receive 675 Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Bonus points — enough for One Free Rental Day, after their first Gold rental. AAA Premier Members will receive 1,100 Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Bonus points — enough for Two Free Weekend Rental Days, after their first Gold rental! AAA demands the very best for its members. That’s why the Hertz family is the only car-rental company endorsed by AAA. Their Member Satisfaction Guarantee is your assurance that the rate and car class, or a higher car class, will be available as reserved. The next time you need a rental car, let Hertz put you in the driver’s seat.

membersonly AAA members save on gifts for moms, dads & grads The savings are sensational at AAA Discounts & Rewards

other’s Day, Father’s Day and graduation season are all near and now is the best time to save on gifts for the moms, dads and grads in your life with AAA Discounts & Rewards. This innovative shopping experience on AAA.com features deep discounts, limited-time offers and everyday savings on dining, electronics, home, apparel, entertainment, pet care and more, from participating merchants nationwide — including national chains like Crate & Barrel, Macy’s, Best Buy, The Home Depot and more. Save on everything from shopping and dining, to attractions, travel and even prescription medications. Discover great deals on the names you want and the products you need — all at unbeatable prices. It’s just one of the many perks of AAA membership. AAA Discounts & Rewards makes it simple to start saving right away,

thanks to the site’s intuitive, easyto-navigate interface. View the latest specials and currently trending offers right on the Discounts & Rewards home page. Search for a retailer by name, or browse by category to find the perfect present. You can even sort and filter results by type of offer, such as limited-time discount or free shipping. In addition to saving with over 30,000 online retailers, AAA members can show their AAA membership card for savings at over 100,000 participating store locations.

Earn while you save Wouldn’t it be great if you could be rewarded for your purchases — even when shopping for others? AAA WOWPoints are AAA’s online reward points — just like the loyalty points you get from credit cards or airlines. Redeem your WOWPoints at any time, using them just like cash at participating retailers on the AAA Discounts & Rewards site. Best of all,

your WOWPoints will never expire as long as you remain a AAA member. Save them for a special purchase, or use them a little at a time — it’s up to you. Look for special offers that earn you 3X, 5X, or even 10X the WOWPoints.

Start up the savings To begin using AAA Discounts & Rewards today, register online at AAA.com/Discounts. Your registration is completely free — a valid AAA membership and email address are all you need. Then shop, save and earn on national and local brands, tickets, travel, restaurants and retailers. Download the AAA Mobile app on your smartphone or tablet to locate AAA Discounts wherever you are. Your AAA card isn’t just for roadside assistance. With over 100,000 places to save, it could help pay for the cost of your membership. For more information on AAA Discounts & Rewards, visit AAA.com/Discounts.

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Pay smart when you travel internationally Paying with plastic is quick, safe and convenient

ou have your itinerary — five countries in 10 days. You’ve learned to say “Do you speak English?” and “Where is the restroom?” in at least two languages. You have your passport, your AAA travel guide, and a suitcase full of wrinklefree clothes. Now it’s time to pack your wallet. What should you take — credit cards, a debit card, traveler’s checks, or cash? According to travel experts, the answer is all of them. For years, smart travelers knew that credit cards were a great way to pay abroad. A credit card was safer than carrying cash, and you got a great exchange rate in the bargain. That’s because credit-card companies generally qualified for institutional exchange rates, rather than the much less advantageous rates tourists find at exchange kiosks. Unfortunately, many credit card companies have made this tried-andtrue way to pay a little more costly. Previously, MasterCard or Visa charged a 1 percent conversion markup to the cardholder on each foreign purchase. Now they charge the credit card issuer this 1 percent fee. The issuer may now charge the cardholder as much as 3 percent on these purchases. This is referred to as a conversion fee, charged for converting purchases made in foreign currencies into U.S. dollar amounts. The difference — $90 on $3,000

A REWARDING EXPERIENCE — A credit card is safer than carrying cash when traveling internationally. worth of transactions, compared with $30 when the fee was 1 percent — may not be enough for you to leave your cards at home. But you might want to find out if one of your cards offers a better rate and use that one. You may want to consider also using a debit card overseas. Be sure to ask about fees on

these cards as well. Even with the surcharges thrown in, paying by credit card may still be cheaper than converting cash overseas. Paying with plastic is also quick and convenient, particularly in Europe, where Visa® and MasterCard® credit cards are widely accepted. In addition,

many credit cards come with travelerfriendly features, such as extended protection against theft and the accidental damage of purchases. Others offer travel-accident and car-rental insurance. Paying by credit card also gives you the opportunity to dispute a bill from a foreign merchant. These vary according to country. Contact your AAA branch office or Bank of America for details. Your best bet is to travel with a mixture of credit cards, debit cards, cash, and traveler’s checks. Be sure to make a list of the numbers of the traveler’s checks and telephone numbers to call if the cards or traveler’s checks are lost or stolen, and carry the list with you at all times. One final bit of advice: if you do plan to go overseas and use credit cards, call your card issuers in advance and let them know. Sometimes, the card may be put on hold after one or two foreign transactions until the card issuer determines that it is you using the card. If someone is not at your home to verify that you are overseas, then you could be in a real bind. If you are looking for the perfect travel companion, visit AAA.com/ CreditCard or call 1-866-665-3581 for more information on rates, fees and other costs, or to apply for a AAA Member Rewards Visa card. This credit card program is issued and administered by Bank of America, N.A.

Nearly 64 million vehicles recalled in 2014

ast year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) monitored 803 recall campaigns covering 63.95 million vehicles. Now dubbed the “Year of the Recall,” 2014 set a new record with more than twice the number of recalls compared to the previous high total of 30.8 million set back in 2004. Nearly 27 million of last year’s recalls involved General Motors vehicles with faulty ignition switches that could turn themselves off under certain circumstances. It is estimated the repair costs for this one campaign alone will cost the company more than $4.1 billion. On a broader scale, an additional 14.5 million vehicles from multiple automakers were affected by recalls related to dangerously defective airbags manufactured by Japanese supplier Takata. Will auto recalls subside in 2015? Not likely, according to NHTSA. The agency has improved how it tracks potential defects, which could lead to a greater likelihood of recalls. And growing consumer awareness is also expected to increase recalls. More than 75,000 vehicle owners contacted NHTSA in 2014 about potential defects, up sharply from the previous average of 40,000 to 45,000 calls a year. Wary of big fines and negative pub-

licity for failing to identify problems and recall vehicles in a timely manner, car manufacturers are expected to pay closer attention to issues and move faster to address future concerns. This could cause the number of recalls to go up as well. AAA advises every car owner who receives a recall notice to contact their local new-car dealership to have the vehicle inspected, and if necessary, fixed at no charge. Historically, less than 70 percent of all recalled vehicles get repaired. To help used car buyers, and owners know that their vehicles are safe and their safety defects have been addressed, NHTSA recently unveiled a new, free, online search tool consumers can use to find out if a vehicle is directly impacted by a recall. The new tool, which debuted last August, provides consumers with a quick and easy way to identify uncompleted recalls by entering their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). All major light vehicle and motorcycle brands can be searched. After entering the VIN number into the field, results will confirm if there is an open recall, or no open recall on their vehicle. The new VIN search tool is available at www.safercar. gov/vinlookup.

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Canada! To get your free gifts, make a nonrefundable deposit on a new booking of a 6-night-minimum 2015 escorted tour to Europe or Canada between May 1-29, 2015, with these AAA travel partners — AAA Member Choice Vacations,® Insight Vacations or Trafalgar. You can use your Visa® Gift Card before you even go away — to purchase items you’ll need for your trip. Or you can save the card to use as “pocket money” at your destination — for souvenirs, snacks, meals or whatever else you like. It’s not just Europe’s euro-zone countries that are bargains; Sweden, Norway and most of Eastern Europe are also looking more inviting. And, if Europe feels too far away or out of your budget,

our friendly neighbor to the north is a great deal right now — and not just because most Canadians are so nice and speak English! Falling oil prices pushed their dollar down to about US$0.91; that’s about C$1.26 for each US$1. Plus, visiting parts of Canada can almost make you feel as if you’re in Europe. Dreaming of the Alps? A vacation to the Canadian Rockies is just as impressive. Want to practice your French or enjoy the café life-style of Paris? Head for Montréal and Québec City. This may be one of those rare times when you actually get more than you bargained for — a vacation value to an exciting destination with a little extra change in your pocket — thanks in part to AAA Travel! more on next page

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his remarkable adventure brings together the beautiful expanse of the prairies, the soaring majesty of the Canadian Rockies and the brilliance of Montana’s Glacier National Park. Visit HeadCANADIAN ROCKIES Smashed-in Buffalo Jump, a & GLACIER NP UNESCO World Heritage Site used by aboriginal peoples for 6 nights: from $2,299 5,500 years. At Waterton Lakes National Park, check in to a National Historic Site of Canada — the grand Prince of Wales Hotel — in an even grander setting of mountain-ringed lakes. Ride aboard Glacier National Park’s famous red Jammers, 1930s-era canvas-top touring vehicles, for glimpses of wildlife and breathtaking scenery along “Going to the Sun” Road. On the way to Banff, delight in the soaring peaks of the Rockies, then settle into the “Castle in the Rockies” for a luxurious 3-night stay. Ride a gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, then tour Banff, Bow Falls and the Hoodoos (geological formations that earned the area the name “The Land of the Sleeping Giants”). Follow unforgettable Icefields Parkway to Columbia Icefield for a fun ride across this thousand-foot-thick mass of glacial ice and stop at turquoise-tinted Peyto Lake for a taste of true serenity!

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ively London is where this comprehensive tour begins. Ride the high-speed Eurostar train through the “Chunnel” to Brussels’ chocolates and Mannekin-Pis. Cruise down the Rhine Valley past castles and vineyards. Explore Heidelberg, Rothenburg and Munich before descending upon Salzburg, Austria, home of Mozart and “The Sound of Music.” Cross into Italy and romantic Venice to glide along atmospheric canals aboard a gondola, while being serenaded by the oarsman; also see glass blowers HIGHLIGHTS and gondola builders at work. OF EUROPE Cross the Apennine Mountains 15 nights: from $4,275 to papal & imperial Rome, where an expert treats you to a private tour of the Vatican museums’ priceless art and the Sistine Chapel. Drive through the Chianti Hills to Florence to see Michelangelo’s David and the Duomo. Travel through the Italian Lake District on the way to Lucerne, Switzerland, for a thrilling excursion by cog-wheel train and cable car to the summit of Mt Pilatus. After passing through Basel and France’s Burgundy region, behold the City of Lights — Paris. Dine at a Champs Elysees bistro, see Notre Dame Cathedral and ascend the Eiffel Tower for unforgettable views! TM

oronto — a multicultural, cosmopolitan metropolis — also shines as an example of the Canadian virtue of niceness at the individual level. Tour this pleasant city and then wander about a bit on your own. Hop over to nearby Niagara Falls for an exhilarating boat ride to the very base of spectacular Horseshoe Falls. Try Canadian ice wine and local cuisine at a Niagara winery. Visit Old Fort Henry in historic Kingston and enjoy a regional-dinner cruise on the St Lawrence River through the Thousand Islands. After a stop at Upper Canada Village (a re-created 1860s rural community), enter vibrant and sophisticated Montréal to tour its cobblestoned Old Port and inviting downtown. Marvel at thundering Montmorency Falls on your way to Québec City, whose walled Old Town offers visitors a taste of Parisian charm in a New World setting. Stroll the narrow BEST OF EASTERN CANADA streets, linger at an outdoor cafe and make your way to the 9 nights: from $2,400 rolling Plains of Abraham, site of a major colonial battle where French and British faced off. Visit Ottawa, Canada’s stately capital, and its elegant buildings on Parliament Hill, Rideau Hall and beautiful canal-side parks and gardens, before returning to Toronto.

AAA Member Rates are per person (double occupancy), are subject to availability at time of booking and include accommodations, motorcoach sightseeing, in-country tour escort, several meals and more. Ask about available add-on airfare.

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

Sept 17-24 • AAA Member Rate: $3,425 Rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes roundtrip flights (BuffaloBeijing), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, 12 meals, in-China guide, sightseeing/admissions, baggage handling (1 per person), driver & escort gratuities, AAA Tour Manager (if minimum-participation goal is met) & government taxes/ fees. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details. Visit AAA.com/GoAsia for itinerary. 4 UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES — THE GREAT WALL AT BADALING, THE IMPERIAL PALACE (FORBIDDEN CITY), THE SUMMER PALACE AND THE TEMPLE OF HEAVEN • TIANANMEN SQUARE • 2008 SUMMER OLYMPICS SITE • LAMA BUDDHIST TEMPLE • HUTONG MARKET VISIT, HOME VISIT & HOME-COOKED MEAL • BELL & DRUM TOWERS TEA CEREMONY JADE FACTORY • PEDICAB RIDE • KUNG FU DEMONSTRATION & STUDENT INTERACTION • TRADITIONAL PEKING DUCK & HOTPOT DINNERS • & MORE!

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Escape on select Hawaii cruise vacations or a guided land vacation and get up to $100 “pocket money” from AAA Travel before you go! AAA members only. Visa® gift cards supplied upon completion of new booking with nonrefundable deposit May 1-29, 2015.

See Hawaii’s “Big 4” on NCL’s Pride of America See more of the islands! Unpack just once and relax; see Oahu, Maui, Hawaii (the Big Island) and Kauai! Sail roundtrip from Honolulu (Oahu) to Kahului (Maui), Hilo (Hawaii), Kona (Hawaii) and Nawiliwili (Kauai). Features overnights in Maui and Kauai as well as day visits of Oahu and the Big Island. The first US-flagged cruise ship in nearly 50 years, this Americana-themed ship is full of choices to occupy your time during your cruise. Void of schedules, you’ll have ample opportunities to venture about, scoping out the décor, spacious staterooms and regional dishes served in 11 restaurants — or whatever else you feel like doing. Plus, a friendly American crew is ready to assist you and make sure your cruise is just that — yours. You’ll find a selection of family penthouses and suites as well family-friendly connecting staterooms. Order a steak at the Lazy J Steakhouse, catch a show at the Hollywood Theater or dance the night away at the Mardi Gras Cabaret Lounge & Nightclub. Inclusions: Accommodations • Most onboard meals • Entertainment Departures: Year-round Saturday-to-Saturday roundtrip sailings from Honolulu

Ship’s registry: USA

Get even more out of your cruise vacation: Add a relaxing before- or after-cruise stay of at least 2 nights at a resort like these

Exclusive AAA Member Offers $50.00 VISA® GIFT CARD for an outside (or higher) stateroom on a 2015 air-inclusive Hawaii cruise (1 per stateroom, double occupancy)

Additional $50.00 VISA® GIFT CARD when you book & deposit a Pleasant Holidays® air-inclusive 2-night-minimum Honolulu hotel stay immediately before or after your Hawaii cruise (1 per room, double occupancy) OR $100.00 VISA® GIFT CARD when you book & deposit an air-inclusive 7-night-minimum Pleasant Holidays® Hawaii vacation immediately before or after your Hawaii cruise (1 per room, double occupancy)

Outrigger Reef on the Beach Resort

The Kahala Hotel & Resort

This luxury beachfront hotel combines elegant modern styling with timeless island traditions and warm hospitality. Well-appointed suites feature warm woods & colors and echo the breathtaking views from the mountains to the ocean. No resort fee. 639 guest rooms. 2 bars. Connecting rooms. Fitness center. Full-service spa. Pool. 3 restaurants. Wi-Fi.

Feel worlds away at this legendary resort in a secluded oceanfront setting minutes from Waikiki. Explore tropical gardens and a saltwater lagoon or visit the resident bottlenose dolphins. Sweeping views. No resort fee. 338 guest rooms. 24-hour room service. Connecting rooms. Fitness center. Fullservice spa. Kids program. Nightly entertainment. Pool. 5 restaurants. Wi-Fi.

AAA Member Rate: from $680

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Sample rates for July 9-11, 2015, are per room (double occupancy), are subject to availability at time of booking and include 2-night accommodations. Ask about available add-on airfare and transfers.

For these & many other of Hawaii’s best resorts, visit AAA.com/PleasantHolidays.

NEW! Guided land tour features fun activities Maximize your time, minimize your hassles. A brand-new 9-night/10-day Guided Vacation from Pleasant Holidays® frees you from fussing over all the details, so you can fully relax and enjoy your hard-earned Hawaiian getaway.

WHAT’S INCLUDED Lei greeting upon arrival in Honolulu • The must-see highlights of 3 islands • Interisland air & transfers • Local expert tour guide & driver throughout • Accommodations • Daily breakfast • A dinner • A luau • Multiple guided activities (listed below) • Government fees & taxes • A meet & greet with information on optional activities available at additional cost Enjoy luxurious accommodations — 3 nights on Oahu at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, 3 nights on Maui at the Royal Lahaina Resort and 3 nights on Kauai at the Sheraton Kauai Resort.

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Get 5X POINTS by using a new or existing AAA Member Rewards Visa® credit card to book & deposit any tour with Pleasant Holidays® Vacations between 5/1 & 6/30, 2015. See ad on next page for details.

Enjoy all of these activities — Polynesian Cultural Center & Luau; USS Arizona Memorial City Tour; Legends in Concert Cocktail Show; ’Ulalena Cultural Show; a Waterfalls Walk; a Haleakala (volcano), Central Maui & Iao Valley Tour; a Kauai Movie Adventure; a Waimea Canyon Experience; and a Farewell Dinner at the RumFire Poipu Beach Restaurant.

BEST OF HAWAII Guided Vacation Oahu, Maui, Kauai

2015 departures: Sept 22 • Oct 20 • Nov 17 • Dec 1 AAA Member Rate: from $2,633 Rates are per person (double occupancy) and are subject to availability at time of booking. Ask about available add-on airfare. Additional travel dates available; rates may vary. Other restrictions may apply.

NO AIR DEPOSIT REQUIRED Book Pleasant Holidays® Hawaii vacations with only $200 per person deposit required to hold the entire vacation package. For new bookings made May 1-29, 2015, for travel anytime. Book convenient flights nationwide on ALL major airlines — no deposit required!

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Western Tours YELLOWSTONE EXPERIENCE

Our first national park’s first explorers were called liars when they described its otherworldly geysers & bubbling mudpots and its free-ranging bison, elk, moose, bears & wolves. Begin at Salt Lake City and AUG 10-16 • $1,765 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.

AMERICAN MAJESTY

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

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

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Looking for a one-of-a-kind getaway for the entire family...or your gang of fun-loving friends? If so, blaze a trail to your nearest AAA Travel office and get in on the fun and adventure of this fall’s “Pink Jeep Western Adventure,” which features FOUR Pink Jeep off-road excursions into the rugged and colorful landscapes of Arizona and Nevada not accessible by standard vehicles! After flying into Phoenix, the fun starts in Scottsdale at your all-suite hotel within walking distance of Old Town; this vibrant heart of the city is comprised of eclectic shops, fine-art galleries, stellar museums and award-winning restaurants. Your first Pink Jeep journey, the Cactus Canyon Tour, takes you into the Sonoran Desert on rugged mountain roads overlooking the Bradshaw Mountains. Afterward, enjoy a cowboy-style dinner! BROKEN ARROW Enjoy a relaxing motorcoach ride to Poco Diablo Resort nestled among the Red Rocks of stunning Sedona. Enjoy its pool, golf course, fitness center, tennis courts and fine dining. Venture into GRAND CANYON the surrounding backcountry on the Broken Arrow Tour, which ascends 1,500 feet along the Mogollon Rim. Motorcoach onward to one of the world’s marvels — the Grand Canyon! After watching an Imax presentation, explore the East Rim on the Deluxe Grand Canyon Tour, visiting lookout points not accessible by the park’s shuttle bus system! Sit back and enjoy the cross-desert motorcoach journey to Las Vegas and your room at The Mirage at the center of the fabled Strip. Enjoy The Mirage’s royal white tigers, its active “volcano,” the resident show entitled The Beatles LOVE, And choose 1 of these 2 tours multiple restaurants, shows, shops and gaming opportunities. While in Vegas, you get to enjoy 1 of 2 tours (your choice must be indicated at the time of VALLEY OF FIRE your initial reservation) — the Valley of Fire Jeep Tour (see the surreal colors of sandstone formations in the Mojave Desert) or the Hoover Dam Top to Bottom Discovery (dam, power plant, observation tower, a gentle float trip on the Colorado River and a photo opportunity of the Mike O’Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge). The next and final full day is totally yours to explore the endless variety of attractions, casinos and activities that Las Vegas has to offer! TM

HOOVER DAM

Oct 25–Nov 1 •

AAA Member Rate: $2,859

Before-discount rate is per person (double occupancy), is subject to availability at time of booking and includes flights (Buffalo-Phoenix, Las Vegas–Buffalo), roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, motorcoach transportation, accommodations, 7 meals, luggage handling (1 bag/person), taxes/gratuities for included features and services of a AAA Tour Manager in Arizona & Nevada (if minimum-participation goal is met). Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; contact your travel agent for details.

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the Zambezi River • 2 lagoons the Chobe River

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April 14-30 •

New bookings with deposit May 1-29, 2015. Savings are per room, double occupancy.

VICTORIA FALLS

AAA Member Rate: $8,279

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

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

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AAA Member Rate: $1,475

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

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

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Visually focused, packed with cultural insight and portable, New Mexico: A Guide for the Eyes by Elisa Parhad explores the region’s notable features. Vivid photography and informative text provide insight into architecture, design, flora, fauna, food, crafts, folklore, landscape and other facets of identity and style. New Mexico’s striking landscape has inspired the art, design and traditions of its 3 dominant cultures: Native American, Hispanic and Anglo/Western. These groups continue to infuse this rustic land with a compelling vibrancy, unrivaled in its beauty. 1 book per room (double occupancy). New booking with deposit May 1-29, 2015.

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AAA Member Rate: $3,265

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

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ALASKA BY LAND! See the incredible, inspirational interior of the Last Frontier on this 9-night escorted tour — unforgettable experiences not on cruises! Traditional salmon bake & a sternwheeler river cruise in Fairbanks 4-hour adventure flying over the Arctic Circle, the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and the Yukon River 7-hour Tundra Wilderness Tour in Denali National Park, looking for grizzlies, moose & more...with an overnight in the park Meet a 4-time winner of the Iditarod Sled Dog Race and his canine crew Visits to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation & Begich Boggs Visitor centers 2-hour river float trip in Kenai Fjords National Park A ride on Girdwood’s Alyeska Tram — from sea level to 2,300 feet! Special welcome & farewell dinners with your fellow travelers

July 8-17 •

AAA Member Rate: $5,875

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

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Lighter than air in the Land of Enchantment It’s time for some high plains drifting in New Mexico

anta Fe is an intoxicating blend of Anglo, Indian and Hispanic cultures that mingle like the scent of piñón wood with the evening air. The town’s signature adobe architecture will transport visitors back to the Spanish Colonial era, and remnants of the Wild West. The Palace of the Governors on the Plaza of Santa Fe, constructed in 1610, is the oldest continuously occupied public building in the United States. Long a haven for artists, the galleries along Canyon Road showcase an array of contemporary Southwestern, and indigenous American art. The city boasts half a dozen major museums including the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, dedicated to the work of the influential American artist. Nestled in the shadow of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains the old storefronts in historic Taos Plaza have been transformed into galleries, restaurants and boutiques. The Kit Carson Park and Cemetery is the final resting place of the famed frontiersman and other mustsees include the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, towering 650-feet above the river. Taos Pueblo is the only living Native American community designated as both a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and a National Historic Landmark. The pueblo is made entirely of adobe — earth mixed with water and straw, then made into sun-dried bricks. The walls are often several feet thick.

But Albuquerque is much more than just a lot of hot air. Some of Old Town’s squat adobes date back to the town’s beginnings in 1706. Visitors can explore the hidden courtyards, browse the galleries, or bargain for Native American jewelry and crafts under the low-slung portals. The city sprawls across a desert basin with the Sandia Mountains erupting over a parched, terra cotta plain. The Sandia Peak Tramway ascends 2.7-miles to the top of the 10,400-foot mountain. One of the longest, most spectacular aerial tramways in the world, passengers glide over a lush, green ponderosa forest and steep canyons that at dusk, glow a deep, rosy pink. Early explorers named them Sandia, Spanish for “watermelon.” And when the lights begin to twinkle down below, it seems like the evening is filled with nothing but stars.

UP, UP AND AWAY — Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta takes place in October. About 40 miles south of Taos is Chimayó, New Mexico’s most visited religious shrine. The El Santuario de Chimayó church is said to have been built on sacred earth and possess miraculous healing powers. There are 19 pueblos in the region, where Native Americans still pursue a more traditional lifestyle. With its tightly clustered adobe buildings Acoma Pueblo is thought to be the oldest con-

tinuously inhabited settlement in the United States. Also known as Sky City, the 70-acre community is perched atop a 357-foot sandstone mesa. For nine days each October, the skies around Albuquerque are festooned with hundreds of hot air and gas balloons. The evening Glowdeo® — when all the balloons fire their burners and light up the desert night is one the most spectacular manmade sights on earth.

IF YOU GO

Experience the best of New Mexico during AAA’s October 4-9 New Mexico Balloon Fiesta escorted tour. Highlights include Santa Fe, Taos, and Albuquerque with stops at Chimayó; the Rio Grande Gorge, special seating at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta; a ride on the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway and more. See the Departures Guide or log on to AAA.com/travel for more details.

Automotive battery technology is charging ahead Some electrifying developments are taking place in the industry

odern vehicles are totally reliant upon their electrical systems, with everything from GPS navigation to electric power steering, and so much more running from your car’s electrical circuits. Most vehicles also depend on a charged battery to allow vehicle access, so a dead battery can ruin the start of anybody’s day. The traditional lead–acid battery’s ability to deliver high current at a relatively low cost, have made it an automobile mainstay for the past 50 years. A lead-acid battery’s lifespan can range from as little as six months to 48 months, however, only about 30 percent of the batteries sold today will see their third birthday. Extremes of heat and cold, parasitic drains for onboard electronics and just poor maintenance are the main reasons for weak performance and premature battery death. Lithium-ion batteries are typically used in consumer electronics like laptops and cell phones because they are lighter and more energy-dense than other types of batteries. Right now, intensive technical development work is underway in the industry to adapt lithium-ion technology to the far more robust requirements of automobile batteries. Cars have to work in huge tem-

Winter may be over but few people realize that hot weather can be even harder on your car’s battery. Heat causing battery fluid to evaporate, especially in sealed maintenance free batteries. It also accelerates the rate of corrosion on your battery terminals. Both conditions can lead to insufficient electrical power being available, and leave a motorist stranded without warning.

AAA BATTERY SERVICE

POWER CENTER — AAA’s Mobile Battery Service can accurately diagnose your battery-related problems at the roadside. perature extremes, stand up to more shocks and vibrations and have a much higher energy throughput than consumer electronics. That’s one reason why vehicles equipped with “startstop” technologies, and most hybrids still use lead-acid batteries for starting, lighting and ignition (SLI) functions. Lead-acid batteries have undergone their own remarkable evolution to keep

up with the demand for more power and reliability. The Absorbent Glass Mat or AGM lead-acid battery uses porous glass mats to absorb and hold the electrolyte. AGM batteries can support higher accessory loads and are now used in more than 20 million vehicles world-wide with auto start-stop technology, saving an estimated 381 million gallons of fuel annually.

• Fully mobile service; • Free battery testing using advanced technology; • All batteries meet or exceed original manufacturers specs; • Fast, professional installation; • Environmentally friendly disposal and recycling; • Battery freshness guarantee; • 36-month nationwide replacement warranty; • Exclusive AAA-member pricing. FOR MORE INFORMATION

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

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Heidelberg – Germany’s most romantic city Its legendary beauty inspired the German Romantic movement “No pleasure is fleeting; because the impression it leaves remains forever,” wrote Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Heidelberg, the city of romantics, was central to Goethe’s life and work, and in particular the castle garden where his statue now resides. Others who have fallen under Heidelberg’s spell include Mark Twain, composer Robert Schumann, the painter William Turner and General Patton. Today it attracts more than three million visitors a year and is a popular destination on Viking River Cruises’ Rhine Getaway and Heart of Germany itineraries. Located between Stuttgart and Frankfurt, Heidelberg presides over the Neckar River Valley where the legendary Odenwald (Forest of Odin) opens up towards the plains of the Rhine Valley. The city’s 147,000 inhabitants include nearly 30,000 U.S. citizens, almost all of them soldiers and their families at an Army base located in the southern end of town. The city’s crowning glory is majestic Heidelberg Castle, perched high above Old Town. It’s appeal is not diminished by the fact that is has been partially in ruins for over 300 years. One of its most unique attractions is the Grosse Fass, the world’s largest wine barrel, a 250-year-old oak vat that once held 58,000 gallons of wine. Visitors can ride the funicular railway up to the castle and can continue

ROOM WITH A VIEW — Heidelberg Castle looks down over Old Town and the Alte Brücke bridge. up to Koenigstuhl, the highest point in the city. Completed in 1890, it’s one of Germany’s longest with a 43 percent grade at its steepest point. The Philosophers’ Walk snakes along the southern slope of Heiligenberg Mountain, revealing an unbroken panorama of the city, the Old Bridge and the Castle. Frock-coated scholars from

From the Philosophers’ Walk the path winds its way down to the Old Bridge. Constructed from Neckar Valley sandstone in the 18th century the Alte Brücke is one of the last large examples of classical stone bridge building. From here it is only a few steps to the Old Town with its picturesque squares, churches, museums and secluded courtyards. Halftimbered and Baroque houses line cobblestoned streets. The Zum Ritter Sankt Georg (Knight St. George) house is located opposite of the Church of the Holy Spirit. Erected in 1592, it is considered the finest example of German late Renaissance architecture. Located just outside the city the Stift Neuburg monastery has been, hidden in the beautiful Neckar Valley for nearly 900 years. The Benedectine Abbey offers stunning views of the river and the slopes of the Odenwald. Visitors can learn all about the production of organic beer at a tasting in the adjoining Klosterhof Brewery.

the University Ruperto Carola once came here to collect their thoughts. Germany’s oldest university was established here in 1386, and it remains an important center for science and technology. Exotic semi-tropical plants flourish on this sun-drenched natural balcony, which has one of Germany’s mildest climates.

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Crashes touch one in three but drivers still willing to risk it Motorists recognize dangers but do little to alter behavior

oo many Americans report that they regularly speed, run red lights, use distracting devices or drive drowsy. This is despite the fact that one in three have a loved one who has been seriously injured or killed in a crash, according to the AAA Foundation’s latest Traffic Safety Culture Index. The results further find that unsafe behaviors persist even though one in five drivers have themselves been involved in a serious crash, and one in ten has been seriously injured in a crash.

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The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety issued its first Traffic Safety Culture Index in 2008. The 2014 report is online at www.AAAfoundation.org.

“It is very disappointing that we continue to see a prevailing attitude of ‘do as I say, not as I do,’ where large numbers of motorists seem to recognize the risks of certain behaviors but do them anyway,” said Peter Kissinger, President and CEO of the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. “Enhancing the safety culture in society must begin with each individual.” These most recent findings from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety’s annual survey that assesses and benchmarks the attitudes and behaviors of drivers revealed that the prevalence of unsafe driving behaviors during the previous 30 days are widespread, including: • Red light running: More than a third (36 percent) of drivers admit to running red lights, yet 55 percent say it is a very serious threat and 73 percent say it is completely unacceptable. • Speeding (10+ mph) on residential streets: Nearly half of drivers report speeding (44 percent), yet 65 percent say it is completely unacceptable. • Drowsy driving: About 3 in 10 drivers (29 percent) admitted to drowsy driving, yet 45 percent say it is a very serious threat and 81 percent say it is completely unacceptable. • Texting/emailing: More than a quarter (27 percent) of drivers report typ-

ing or sending a text or email, yet 79 percent of drivers say it is a very serious threat to safety and 84 percent say it is completely unacceptable. When it comes to specific distracted driving behaviors in the past 30 days: • 2 in 3 drivers reported talking on their cell phone. • 1 in 3 drivers reported talking on their cell phone often. • 1 in 3 drivers admit to reading a text message or email. The findings also offered insight about drivers’ attitudes related to cognitive distraction. Two out of three

drivers believe hands-free phone use is acceptable, and nearly half (46 percent) of drivers who report using speechbased in-vehicle systems say they do not believe these systems are at all distracting. These attitudes are prevalent despite extensive research indicating that hands-free devices can lead to cognitive distraction. “Most drivers don’t understand the risks and continue to use these technologies,” said Kissinger. “The good news is that we all have the ability to make safer choices, and can personally enhance our safety while driving.”

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aroundtown LILAC FESTIVAL — (May 8 – 17) A lavish array of flowers, plus a variety of entertainment and attractions signal the arrival of spring. There will be more than 1000 lilac bushes creating a floral rainbow ranging from deep purple to pure white. Free admission! Location: Highland Park, Rochester. Contact: (585) 473-4482. SENSATIONAL SATURDAY — (May 9) Enjoy hands-on activities and interactive exhibits about energy, history, the environment and more! Admission is free. The time is from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the New York Power Authority — Niagara Power Vista, 5777 Lewiston Road, Lewiston. DAY OUT WITH THOMAS — (May 9 – 17) Train rides, music and museum tours and a petting zoo will all be included in this event. Saturdays and Sundays only at the Medina Railroad Museum, Medina. Contact: (585) 798-6106. SOLDIERS THROUGH THE AGES — (May 23 – 24) Watch as living history demonstrators and Military vehicle collectors reenact the military personnel from the 18th century during World War II. Location: Old Fort Niagara, Youngstown. Contact: (716) 745-7611. 100 AMERICAN CRAFTSMEN — (May 29 – June 1) 100 American Craftsmen is an annual juried show that exhibits contemporary craft art held at the Kenan Arena on the Kenan campus. This contemporary art features leather, glass, wood, clay, metal and basketry along with other mixed media. Hours for this event are: Friday, 6:00 to 9:00 pm; Saturday, 10:00 am to 6:00 p.m.; Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Proceeds are used to support the Kenan Center at 195 Beattie Avenue, Lockport. Contact: (716) 433-2617 or www.kenancraftshow.com. TASTE OF SYRACUSE — (June 5 – 6) Over 140 restaurants and wineries will be offering tastings of cuisine and wine along with musical entertainment. Free admission! (Please bring a designated driver!) Location: Clinton Square, Syracuse. Contact: (315) 484-1123. WINE AND CHEESE — (June 5 – 7) Spend a weekend tasting wines paired with cheeses. Sponsored by Yancey’s Fancy New York’s Artisan Cheese! The hours for this event are: Friday, noon to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5: p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $30 advance and $35 at the wineries during the event. (Please bring a designated driver!) Tickets are valid for all three days and include tastings of three wines and a sample of cheese

at the participating wineries. Receive a commemorative wine glass at your starting winery. You must have photo ID and proof of age. Designated drivers and nondrinkers are welcome at no charge. Location: Niagara Wine Trail. Contact: (716) 778-7001or www.niagarawinetrail.org. BUFFALO GREEK FEST — (June 5 – 7) Enjoy Greek food, folk dancing, cultural displays and live music! Location: Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Buffalo. Contact: (716) 882-9485. JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL — (June 13 – 14) Since 1976 this event has been a prominent AfricanAmerican two-day summer event. Location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, Buffalo. Contact: (716) 8918801. ALLENTOWN ART FESTIVAL — (June 13 – 14) There will be some 400 juried exhibitors that participate in this annual event. Free admission! Location: Allentown Historic Preservation District, Buffalo. Contact: (716) 881-4269. BUFFALO RIVER FEST — (June 19 – 21) Some of the offerings at this festival include entertainment, a classic car show, a children’s area, music and a river regatta. Free admission! Location: Father Conway Park, Buffalo. Contact: (716) 823-4707. ROCHESTER INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FEST — (June 19 – 27) There will be some 285 concerts performed at 18 venues at this international festival! Experience the many forms of creative improvised music under the musical genre of jazz. Concerts are held at various locations around Rochester. Contact: (585) 234-2002. LEWISTON GARDEN FESTIVAL — (June 20-21) The 10th annual Lewiston Garden Fest showcases outdoor suppliers, various nurseries, landscapers and garden artists. Watch demonstrations, and seek advice from master gardeners and floral societies. The show runs from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day along historic Center Street in Lewiston. For more information, call (716) 297-5925, or visit www.lewistongardenfest.com. ROYCROFT SUMMER FESTIVAL — (June 27 – 28) Over 30 juried artisans will display and sell their wares. Location: Roycroft campus, East Aurora. Contact: (716) 655-0261. LOCKPORT OUTDOOR ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL — (June 27-28) Browse over 200 craft and food vendors from all over the states at the 40th annual festival. Fun for the entire family. Free parking and free admission! The times are from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Location: Main Street, Lockport. Contact: (716) 940.0554.

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Driverless vehicles mean fewer cars, more miles

utonomous vehicles may reduce the number of vehicles a family needs, but could lead to an increase in total miles driven, say researchers at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute. The study is based on sharing of completely self-driving vehicles that employ a “return-to-home” mode, acting as a form of shared family or household vehicle. This would mean that driverless vehicles would sometimes operate without any passengers at all. Autonomous vehicles could serve multiple persons on demand. In a household with a couple that work in different locations for example, the driverless vehicle could take one to their job location, then return home to pick up the other one. They could also provide mobility for those too young to drive, the elderly and the disabled. In the most extreme scenario, selfdriving vehicles could cut average ownership rates of vehicles by 43 percent— from an average of 2.1 vehicles to 1.2 vehicles per household, the researchers say. This may also be borne out of economic necessity. IHS Automotive forecasts that vehicles with self-driving technology will add between $7,000 and $10,000 to its sticker price. Most of these scenarios point toward more vehicle miles traveled (VMT).

The shift could result in a 75-percent increase in individual vehicle usage— from 11,661 to 20,406 annual miles per vehicle. This increase in mileage does not include additional miles that would be generated during each “return-tohome” trip with no human inside. UMTRI researchers Brandon Schoettle and Michael Sivak examined U.S. National Household Travel Survey data that contained comprehensive information about each trip made by a person within a selected household, including the exact start and stop times of each trip. They found a general lack of “trip overlap” between drivers within a majority of households based on vehicle sharing. In other words, families rarely use more than one vehicle at a time. Schoettle and Sivak found that, on an average day, nearly 84 percent of households had no trips that overlapped or conflicted. Just under 15 percent of households had two drivers and less than two percent had three drivers with overlapping trips that created a conflict. The researchers say their results represent strictly an upper-bound approximation of the maximum possible effects of self-driving vehicles on reductions in household vehicle ownership, given unknowns like their acceptance and adoption.

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