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Tips for Safer Air Travel

As America's largest motoring and leisure travel organization, we recommend the following safety tips for air travelers. These tips are valid as of press time. For frequent updates regarding airport security and other travel-related information, or check our Travel Briefings section. AAA travel consultant.

• Before going to the airport, call the airline to check the status of your flight's departure.
• For domestic flights, arrive at least three hours ahead of time. For international flights, arrive four hours ahead of departure.
• Bring two forms of photo identification with you.
• Contact your airline for availability of curbside check-in.
• Some airlines may have new requirements, such as exchanging an e-ticket for a boarding pass or paper ticket at the airline ticket counter rather than the gate. Call your airline to ask about their new security measures.
• Do not carry any sharp objects, such as pocket-knives, scissors or nail clippers on your person or in your carry-on luggage.
• Airports will be operating under heightened security. Be ready to comply with additional requests from police, airport security and airline personnel.
• Be prepared for more rigorous security checks. Expect more frequent inspection of carry-on luggage.
• Never leave luggage unattended, and never carry anything on board an airplane for someone you do not know.

Three New Partners Join AAA's Show Your Card & SaveŽ Program

Bogart Golf is the place to go to improve your golf game-and save money. As a Show Your Card & SaveŽ partner, Bogart Golf offers AAA members 10 percent off any of its high-tech golf lesson programs. Receive an additional 5 percent off if you make your reservation during the week of November 12-18. As an added bonus, you'll also receive a free swing tune-up (a $75 value)! Call or visit any of the following Denver-area Bogart Golf locations:

• 9617 East County Line Rd. (Centennial Promenade), 303-708-0787
• 201 University Blvd. (Cherry Creek), 303-393-6440
• 265 Flatiron Circle (Flatiron Marketplace), 720-887-3543

Baby Doe's Clothing, a Golden-based specialty clothing store, offers AAA members a 10 percent discount on Royal Robins Outdoor Clothing. Save even more with Baby Doe's Silver Card frequent buyer program. Purchase $500 in merchandise (over any time period) and receive a $50 in-store gift-a 10 percent value in addition to your AAA discount. Baby Doe's is located in downtown Golden, Colo., at 11th and Washington. For more information, call the store at 303-279-8100. There's nothing like a book on tape to make a long drive even more enjoyable-except maybe a discount on the purchase or rental of an audio book! To get both, visit Talking Book World and receive a 10 percent discount on all regular- and sale-priced rentals and merchandise. In Colorado, visit either of two metro-area locations, 560 S. Holly in Denver (303-320-9955) and 3355 S. Wadsworth in Lakewood (303-969-8848). Both stores carry more than 5,000 titles, with new audio books added weekly. Choose from thrillers, biographies, fiction, non-fiction, children's books, personal growth titles and more.

AAA Travel Supports America

AAA Travel extends our deepest sympathy to those who lost loved ones in the tragic events that took place on September 11. As a gesture of support, AAA Travel donated $25 to the American Red Cross for each cruise and tour vacation booked in our offices during the month of October 2001.

Drive America Tours Put You in the Driver's Seat

The call of the open road is as American as apple pie. That's why AAA's Drive America Tours offer AAA members an extensive range of high-quality, affordable, self-drive vacation services, including a preplanned itinerary, guaranteed hotel accommodations and detailed, day-by-day driving instructions that list sights and attractions en route. From the rugged landscapes and national parks of the West to charming towns and historic sites of New England-there's a Drive America Tour for everyone.

AAA travel consultants have access to more than 5 million rooms in 3,000 hotels in the most sought-after destinations across the country. So AAA self-drive travelers can always trust that they'll receive a full range of superior vacation options at competitive rates. For more details on these and other trips, please visit us online.

Two Great Gift Ideas

AAA Colorado gift memberships provide your family and friends with peace of mind and numerous benefits. From emergency road service and member discounts to travel and insurance services, a AAA membership makes a much-appreciated gift. And it's super easy-just give us a call or visit our Web site at www.aaa.com. See page 1 for more details. Another one-size-fits-all idea is the gift of travel. Who wouldn't appreciate the chance to get away? Whether you're thinking of a golf/spa package for Mom and Dad, a romantic escape for your favorite couple or a winter retreat for the family, AAA Travel can assist you in finding the perfect travel gift.

Fans Will Love New Sports Travel Guide

Designed with the sports enthusiast in mind, AAA's new book "The Ultimate Fan's Guide to Pro Sports Travel." is a comprehensive guide to sports teams and venues in four major professional leagues: Major League Baseball, the National Basketball Association, the National Football League and the National Hockey League. It also includes a brief history and highlights of each sport as well as visitor's guides to their halls of fame.

• Venue information such as seating diagrams and tips, ticket prices and buying information, concessions, accessibility for the disabled and game-day tips-plus the latest information on new sports venues and new teams.
• Travel information such as driving directions, parking, area AAA-rated hotel and restaurant listings, and maps.
• Team information such as statistics, trivia, a brief history, league honors and quotes from players.

The guide is available at AAA offices, by calling 1-877-AAA-BOOK or online at www.aaa.com. It also can be purchased at many retail outlets and bookstores for $19.95.