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Here’s to the spirit of the new world, the stars and stripes, the spots along the coast, the works of art, freedom trails and trips by rail, the great plains, Route 66 and sometimes going just for kicks.

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Here’s to the concrete canyons, the monuments, and the mountains. Here’s to passing family farms and colonial barns on our way to Boston, the Big Apple and Baton Rouge.

Here’s to America. The one you can’t really capture in words but where you’ll find a mix of the past, the present and an eye on the future. That’s the American Dream.

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One of the most beautiful things about touring with AAA MCV is that you can connect with history.

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It’s Our Passion to Guide You AAA Member Choice Vacations® is America’s most experienced tour operator. Committed to guest service, we offer the widest variety of extraordinary tours across America and beyond!

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Tour Managers More Expertise AAA MCV’s Tour Managers are the best trained and most respected in the world! Drawing on their own rich backgrounds and extensive training, these travel aficionados are at your service every step of the way.

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National Parks of America Starting at $3,449*

Discover a world of color and light as you take a breakfast cruise on beautiful Lake Powell.

(Call for specific dates)

12 days • 16 meals | May - Oct. 2017

Travel through the vast treasures of the American West as you tour five fantastic national parks on this journey.

Stops Along the Way Scottsdale • Lake Powell • Grand Canyon • Bryce Canyon • Zion • Salt Lake City • Grand Teton & Yellowstone National Parks • Old Faithful • Sheridan • Bighorn Mountains • Mount Rushmore • Crazy Horse Memorial

Spend two nights in the cowboy town of Jackson Hole, Wyoming and enjoy an evening of cowboy entertainment.

*Land only, per person, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway.

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Visit five of America’s most breathtaking national parks on one great tour Bryce Canyon | Utah

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Ride aboard the famous Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad through southwestern Colorado’s San Juan Mountains Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad | Colorado

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Journey on the world’s highest cog railroad to Pikes Peak, a stunning backdrop for Colorado Springs.

The Colorado Rockies

featuring National Parks & Historic Trains

Starting at $2,499*

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9 days • 12 meals | May - Sept. 2017

Bask in the majesty of the Colorado Rockies as you celebrate the can-do spirit of the Old West.

Spend two nights in Durango, a funfilled cowboy town where you can relive the excitement of the Old West.

Stops Along the Way Denver • Rocky Mountain National Park • Grand Junction • Arches National Park • Canyonlands National Park • Colorado National Monument • Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad • Mesa Verde National Park • Pikes Peak Cog Railway • Garden of the Gods

*Land only, per person, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway.

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Feast your eyes on all the wonderful colors and natural beauty of the Canyon Country Zion National Park | Utah

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Canyon Country Starting at $2,499*

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9 days • 11 meals | May - Oct. 2017 & Mar. - Apr. 2018

Traveling through America’s Canyon Country will bring you into a colorful world of stunning southwestern vistas and to the neon-lit spectacle of Las Vegas.

Stops Along the Way Scottsdale • Oak Creek Canyon • Kaibab National Forest • Grand Canyon • Lake Powell • Choice of Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park or Canyon Adventure Cruise • Bryce Canyon National Park • Zion National Park • Las Vegas

*Land only, per person, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway.

End your journey with a two-night stay in Las Vegas where you can relax or join in the round-the-clock activities.

See the amazing spires and canyons of three great national parks: Grand Canyon, Bryce and Zion.

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Embark on either a relaxing wildlife float trip or an exciting whitewater rafting adventure.

America’s Cowboy Country Starting at $2,349*

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8 days • 11 meals | May - Oct. 2017

The Wild West comes to life during a traditional Chuckwagon dinner.

Soak in stunning views of the American West.

Experience incredible national parks, see iconic monuments and more on this old-fashioned adventure.

Stops Along the Way Choice of Wildlife Float Trip or Whitewater Rafting on Snake River • Grand Tetons • Yellowstone National Park • Buffalo Bill Center of the West • Deadwood • Crazy Horse Memorial • Badlands National Park • Mt. Rushmore

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See Mt. Rushmore illuminated at an evening sound and light show Mt. Rushmore National Memorial | South Dakota

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Enjoy dinner at Pier 39 and experience postcard views of the Golden Gate Bridge Golden Gate Bridge | California 18

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Enjoy an eclectic mix of music, culture and food in the ‘Emerald City,’ Seattle.

Pacific Northwest & California Starting at $2,499*

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8 days • 10 meals | May - Oct. 2017 & Apr. 2018

Travel along the magnificent Bandon Beach Loop in Bandon State Natural Area to see the famed Face Rock.

Travel to the Pacific Northwest and discover the best of California while exploring the natural beauty from Seattle to San Francisco.

Stops Along the Way Seattle • Mount St. Helens Visitor Center • Portland • Columbia River Gorge • Portland Spirit Cruise • Newport • Bandon State Natural Area • Redwood National Park • Eureka • Avenue of the Giants • San Francisco • Choice of San Francisco Bay Cruise or City Tour of San Francisco

*Land only, per person, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway.

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Alaska Discovery Starting at $3,324*

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13 days • 25 meals | May - Sept. 2017

This is Alaska as you have always imagined. Cruise through northern splendor and relax as you tour past epic scenery including the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay. Stops Along the Way Anchorage • Luxury Domed Rail • Denali National Park • Music of Denali Dinner Theatre • Tundra Wilderness Tour • Whittier • Hubbard Glacier • Glacier Bay • Skagway • Juneau • Ketchikan • Inside Passage

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A park expert guides you on a Tundra Wilderness Tour deep into Denali National Park Denali National Park | Alaska

Enjoy an unforgettable rail journey to Denali in a luxury domed railcar.

Relax aboard a 7-night cruise and travel through Glacier Bay, where travelers feel they’ve gone back in time to the Ice Age!

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Hawaiian Adventure Starting at $3,699*

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10 days • 13 meals | May 2017 - Apr. 2018

Enjoy Hawaii’s sun-drenched beaches and gorgeous scenery

Let the spirit of “Aloha” be your guide on this leisurely three-island tour of Hawaii featuring three-night stays each in Oahu, Kauai, and Maui.

Stops Along the Way Waikiki Beach • Pearl Harbor • Oahu’s North Shore • Waimea Canyon • Kauai Coffee Estate • Fern Grotto • Iao Valley • Lahaina • Polynesian Luau

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Experience one of Hawaii’s best Polynesian luaus featuring endless tropical drinks, and a sumptuous feast!

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*Land only, per person, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway.

Remember Pearl Harbor as you visit the USS Arizona Memorial

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Islands of New England Starting at $1,999*

Celebrate the taste of Cape Cod with a traditional New England lobster dinner.

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8 days • 11 meals | May - Oct. 2017 & Apr. 2018

Tour new England’s sandy beaches, majestic coasts, rolling surf and quaint towns with charming cobblestone streets.

Stops Along the Way Providence • Newport • Boston • Cranberry Bog • Plymouth Rock • Plimoth Plantation • Cape Cod • Martha’s Vineyard • Nantucket • Hyannis • Provincetown • Whale Watch or Sand Dunes • Lobster Dinner

At Plimoth Plantation, journey back in time to the 1620s when the Mayflower landed in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

*Land only, per person, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway.

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Spend a day exploring Nantucket, known for its beautiful cottages and cobblestone streets Nantucket Harbor | Massachusetts

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Immerse yourself in the city that never sleeps New York City Skyline | New York

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SPOTLIGHT ON:

Embark on a voyage to experience “Lady Liberty” up-close.

New York City SINGLE HOTEL STAY

During a relaxed, single hotel stay, Spotlights offer a more in-depth exploration with a perfect blend of amazing inclusions and ample free time to explore on your own.

Starting at $1,799*

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5 days • 5 meals | May - Oct. 2017 & Jan. - Apr. 2018

Experience the best of “the Big Apple” from Little Italy to Greenwich Village. Start spreading the news!

Stops Along the Way

In the cultural treasure trove that is New York City, you’ll experience the special thrill of two Broadway shows.

Two Broadway Shows • Greenwich Village • Wall Street • Statue of Liberty • Ellis Island

Travel during November & December and experience New York City alive with the holiday spirit! Call for details.

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Tour the iconic and storied U.S. Capitol building.

SPOTLIGHT ON:

Washington, D.C. SINGLE HOTEL STAY

During a relaxed, single hotel stay, Spotlights offer a more in-depth exploration with a perfect blend of amazing inclusions and ample free time to explore on your own.

Starting at $1,799*

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6 days • 8 meals | May - Oct. 2017 & Mar. - Apr. 2018

Peek into the life of America’s first president at Mount Vernon.

American democracy comes to life in the nation’s capital city on an extraordinary tour of America’s history and culture in Washington, D.C. Stops Along the Way U.S. Capitol Building Tour • World War II Memorial • White House Visitor Center • Mount Vernon • Arlington National Cemetery • Smithsonian Institution • Ford’s Theatre

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Walk where history is made: see the White House, the Washington Monument, and many other inspiring sights Washington Monument | District of Columbia AAA.com/mcv | 27

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Heritage of America Starting at $2,799*

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10 days • 14 meals | May - July 2017 & Sept. - Nov. 2017 & Mar. - Apr. 2018

Jump into the pages of history as you follow the story of America on your adventure from New York to Washington, DC. Stops Along the Way New York City • Philadelphia • Amish Country • Gettysburg • Shenandoah Valley • Monticello • Colonial Williamsburg • Mount Vernon • Washington, D.C. • Smithsonian Institution

*Land only, per person, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway.

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Learn about the traditions and history of the Amish with a locally guided tour.

Explore Gettysburg, one of the most important battle sites of the Civil War.

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America’s Historic Hotels Starting at $3,699*

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10 days • 14 meals | May - October 2017

Stay at grand hotels in the eastern United States while experiencing scenic landscapes and historic sites.

Stops Along the Way Tarrytown House Estate | New York

Settle into the elegant Tarrytown House Estate that rests along the edge of the Hudson River.

*Land only, per person, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway.

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Explore the tree-lined streets, charming shops and restaurants in Saratoga Springs.

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Washington, D.C. • Hot Springs • Fallingwater • Bedford Springs • Hudson River Valley • U.S. Military Academy at West Point • FDR Presidential Library and Museum • Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home • Billings Farm and Museum • Boston

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Discover the grand hotels of the eastern United States The Omni Homestead Resort | Virginia

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Enjoy reserved seats at the Grand Ole Opry, the “home of American music” Ryman Auditorium (formerly Grand Ole Opry House) | Tennessee

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America’s Music Cities Starting at $2,399*

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8 days • 11 meals | May - June 2017 & Sept. - Dec. 2017 & Feb. - Apr. 2018

Enjoy a toe-tapping tour of America’s most famed musical meccas: New Orleans, Memphis and Nashville.

Stops Along the Way

Roll up your sleeves and prepare to discover how to cook New Orleans-style during a unique cooking demonstration at the New Orleans School of Cooking.

Stroll world-famous Beale Street, Memphis’ lively and historic entertainment district.

French Quarter • New Orleans School of Cooking • Swamp Tour • Graceland • Grand Ole Opry Show • Historic RCA Studio B • Ryman Auditorium • Country Music Hall of Fame

Get in the spirit of the holiday season when you travel in December. Call for details.

*Land only, per person, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway.

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Get to know Charleston including its cobblestone streets, historic homes and restored buildings, some with origins prior to the Revolution.

Southern Charm Starting at $1,799*

(Call for specific dates)

7 days • 9 meals | May - June 2017 & Sept. - Nov. 2017 & Jan. - Apr. 2018

Arrive a stranger and go home feeling like a member of the family on a cultural tour through America’s friendly southeast.

Stops Along the Way In Charleston, enjoy a local specialty – the famous she-crab soup – made with blue crab.

Historic Charleston • Boone Hall Plantation or Naval & Maritime Museum • Savannah • Jekyll Island • St. Simons Island • St. Augustine

Travel in December and experience Georgia and South Carolina fully adorned for the holidays! Call for details.

*Land only, per person, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway.

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Take an enchanting trolley tour of St. Augustine, the oldest city in the United States, first settled in 1565 St. Augustine | Florida

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