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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
AAA
Volume 4, No. 2
AAA NORTHWAY HEADQUARTERS OFFICE
433 State St., Suite 300, Schenectady, NY 12305 Telephone 518-370-5400 www.AAA.com
OFFICERS
James Phelps – President & CEO
Richard Jacobs – Regional President Andrew Iannotti – Executive Vice-President & COO
Amsterdam Office
Southside Square
1451 State Highway 5S, Amsterdam, NY 12010 Telephone: 518-684-0064
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Halfmoon Office & Auto Repair
1647 Route 9, Halfmoon, NY 12065 Telephone: 518-831-1860
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Auto Repair: 518-831-1861
Mon-Fri: 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Sat: 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Plattsburgh Office
20 Booth Drive, Plattsburgh, NY 12901 Telephone: 518-563-3925 Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Queensbury Office
345 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804 Telephone: 518-792-0068 Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Saratoga Springs Office
26 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Telephone: 518-587-8529
Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Schenectady Office
1626 Union Street, Schenectady, NY 12309 Telephone: 518-374-4696 Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Vestal Office
3701 Vestal Parkway East, Vestal, NY 13850 Telephone: 607-722-7255 Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Danielle Taylor - Editor
John T. Garcia - Managing Editor Angela Ilich - Director of Production
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PLANNING A TRIP IN 2021?
Be Prepared for a Different Travel Experience
James Phelps President & CEO
More than one year since the COVID-19 pandemic upended nearly all travel plans, many Americans are eagerly awaiting their next chance to get out once again and explore. Whether planning a trip for summer or dreaming of a trip later on, AAA Travel experts advise would-be travelers that things will look very different than the last time many took a vacation.
“The entire travel experience has been
capacity reductions, hotel staff requirements to wear masks at all times and if all amenities are available, like restaurant dining.
• Air – AAA cautions air travelers that in-flight amenities, including food and beverage services, may be limited
or unavailable. Some airlines continue to limit flight capacities to allow for social distancing. Because of COVID-19, TSA is allowing one oversized liquid hand sanitizer container, up to 12 ounces per passenger, in carry-on bags, rather than limiting those to 3.4 ounces. Masks also are required at airports and on planes.
• International Air Travel – All air passengers coming to the United States, including U.S. citizens, are required to have a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before they board a flight to the U.S. Travelers who don’t provide this to their airline will
be denied boarding. There are no test requirements for domestic travel at this time.
• Cruise – With the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s no-sail order still in place, many cruise lines have voluntarily extended their suspension of sailing operations further into 2021. Anyone considering a future cruise vacation should talk to the cruise line or a travel agent about the ship’s cancelation policy and understand what you can expect on a cruise when they start sailing again.
“Vacations are an investment in memory making. COVID-19 reminded us that safeguarding those investments, where possible, is important. We recommend anyone considering making a trip seek the expertise of a trusted travel agent,” said
IN THIS ISSUE
Page 3 ............ Family Plan Makes a Difference in Disasters
Page 6 ............ AAA’s School Safety Program Celebrates Centennial Page 8 ............ Discounts & Rewards
Page 9 ............ What’s Happening
Pgs 12-13...... Northway Select Vacations
Page 14.......... Moments of Gold Await in Italy
Page 15.......... Rocky Mountaineer Now Serving the United States Page 16.......... Paradise in the Pacific
transformed by COVID-19. If you’re considering travel sometime this year, it’s more important than ever to do your due diligence ahead of any trip to ensure it is safe and enjoyable,” said Paula Twidale, senior vice president, AAA Travel. “As vaccines help boost consumer confidence to begin traveling again, we have to remember that wearing masks and social distancing are still a requirement.”
WHAT TRAVELERS CAN EXPECT
• Masks – Face coverings are required on planes,
buses, trains and other forms of public transportation traveling into, within or out of the United States, and in U.S. transportation hubs such as airports and stations. Outside of these transportation requirements, states — and some establishments — have mandates and/or restrictions on where and when masks must be worn.
• Auto – Road trips to domestic destinations continue to
be the preferred way for many to travel, but even these trips require additional planning and preparation. Those who decide to travel by car can refer to AAA’s COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Map and TripTik.AAA.com for the latest state and local travel restrictions and to identify which rest stops, gas stations, restaurants and hotels are open along their route.
If renting a car, ask what has been done to clean the vehicle. Hertz, for example, has introduced Hertz Gold Standard Clean, an enhanced vehicle disinfectant and sanitization process. For extra peace of mind, use disinfecting wipes to wipe down door handles, steering wheels, shifters and control panels.
• Hotels – Before any hotel stay, call ahead to ensure your hotel is open and ask what precautions they are taking to protect guests. Ask about social distancing protocols like
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SUMMER 2021
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