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Some Tips to Stay Safe While Traveling
According to a recent AAA Travel survey, American travelers are making vacation plans through the end of the year but remain cautiously optimistic about those plans. AAA advises travelers to take proper precautions to help keep themselves and others safe while away from home. Here are some tips for your next road trip.
PLANNING YOUR TRIP
• Planning is more important than ever. When looking for places to stay, search for hotels with free or flexible cancellation policies.
• Check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s COVID-19 data tracker, municipal and state health departments and local news for updates on coronavirus cases and continue to do so while on the road.
• AAA’s COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Map at TripTik. AAA.com also has the latest state and local travel restrictions.
• Consider taking your car into a AAA Approved Auto Repair shop and ask them to do a trip check. To find one near you, visit AAA.com/autorepair.
• Make sure your AAA membership is up to date to provide peace of mind if you have car troubles while you are on your trip.
• Call ahead to understand capacity limits and, where possible, make reservations.
Jungle Bells: Holiday Lights Display
Nov. 12, 2020 – Jan. 3, 2021
(Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)
4-9 p.m.
Thursdays (Dec. 31): Drive-Thru Only Friday-Sunday: Walk-Thru Only
Animal Adventure Park, 85 Martin Hill Road, Harpursville
The holiday spirit is alive and shining bright at Animal Adventure. Join us for the largest lights display in the area, spread along 20 acres and dozens of animal exhibits. For ticket pricing and more information, visit theanimaladventurepark.com.
PACKING
• Be sure to pack face coverings, cleaning supplies – like disinfecting wipes and hand sanitizer – and a thermometer.
• Consider packing extra snacks to reduce the need to stop at restaurants – which may not be open or may be operating at reduced capacity.
HOTELS
• Always call ahead to ensure your hotel is open and to ask about any restrictions or changes to the check-in process. The hotel has likely reduced face-to-face interactions with guests.
• Ask what precautions the hotel is taking to protect guests. Ask about social-distancing protocols, like capacity reductions in common spaces, and hotel staff requirements to wear masks at all times.
• When you check into your room, remember to wipe down high-touch surfaces with disinfecting wipes. Some surfaces to pay special attention
to include light switches, doorknobs, remote controls and room phones.
ON THE ROAD:
• Travel with all necessary travel documentation, including health insurance cards.
Living History Event: Continue in the
Service ... and Save Their Country
Saturday, Nov. 14
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Fort Ticonderoga, 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga Cost: $12. In honor of our nation’s military, veterans and active military members are welcomed FREE for this event.
Fort Ticonderoga will honor Veterans during a one- day event on Nov. 14 where visitors will experience the American Army’s trials at Ticonderoga and
reflect on the sacrifices which led to victory and independence. Highlighted programs, historic trades, weapon demonstrations and other activities will make this a memorable event for visitors of all ages.
For more information, visit www.fortticonderoga.org.
Holiday Artisan Market
Thursday, Dec. 3, and Friday, Dec. 4
4-7 p.m.
Broome County Regional Farmers Market building, 840 Upper Front St., Binghamton
Browse goods from local artists, craftspeople
and more. Tons of great homemade items will
be available for holiday gifts. Or just treat yourself. For more information, visit www.broomecountyregionalmarket.com.
• Pack snacks, water, disinfectant spray or wipes and a thermometer.
• Get rest before you hit the road. Drivers should not rely on their bodies to provide warning signs of fatigue and should instead prioritize getting plenty of sleep (at least seven hours) in their daily schedules
• Have an emergency kit in your vehicle. Consider this list of things to include and tips on where to stow them. Be sure to replenish any depleted items as needed.
o Cell phone and car charger
o First-aid kit
o Blanket
o Drinking water/snacks for everyone in the car,
including pets
o Flashlight with extra, fresh batteries
o Rags, paper towels or pre-moistened wipes
o A basic set of tools along with duct tape and car
emergency warning devices such as road flares or
reflectors
o Ice scraper/snow brush
o Jumper cables/jump pack
o Traction aid such as sand, salt or non-clumping
cat litter
o Tarp, raincoat and gloves o Shovel
o Face masks
o Hand sanitizer
Hometown Holidays
Friday, Dec. 4 and Saturday, Dec. 5
Downtown Glens Falls
Free admission.
Enjoy the tree lighting and stay for the activities
and attractions including visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, refreshments and cocoa, live reindeer, trolley rides, musical performances, horse and wagon rides, children’s activities, costumed characters, holiday shopping and more.
For more information, visit www.glensfalls.com/ holiday/annual-events.
Saranac Lake Winter Carnival
Feb. 5-14, 2021
Cost varies by event
The 2021 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival theme is “Mask-erade.” Get ready for some cold weather fun as you gear up for the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival. The Ice Palace is the cornerstone of the event, but tons of other activities and events typically take place.
The Winter Carnival will be held at various locations throughout Saranac Lake.
For more information, visit www.adirondack.net/ winter/annual-events/saranac-lake-winter-carnival.
All events subject to change/cancellation.
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