Auto Club Offers Advice for Travelers During Wartime.News Editors/Travel Writers Topical topical /top·i·cal/ (top´i-k'l) pertaining to a particular area, as a topical antiinfective applied to a certain area of the skin and affecting only the area to which it is applied. top·i·cal adj. News: War On Terrorism Terrorist acts and the threat of Terrorism have occupied the various law enforcement agencies in the U.S. government for many years. The Anti-Terrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act of 1996, as amended by the usa patriot act LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 20, 2003 The Automobile Club of Southern California The Automobile Club of Southern California was founded December 13, 1900 in Los Angeles as one of the nation's first motor clubs dedicated to improving roads, proposing traffic laws and improvement of overall driving conditions. is advising travelers that there are steps they can take to increase their safety preparedness pre·par·ed·ness n. The state of being prepared, especially military readiness for combat. Noun 1. preparedness - the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action); "putting them during the Iraqi conflict. "International leisure travel is typically light at this time of year," said Diana Meinhold, the Auto Club's vice president for travel. "Despite the conflict in Iraq, there is no reason to avoid travel, as long as travelers stay well-informed and plan ahead." Below are tips for those traveling in the next few days: -- Domestic and international travelers should monitor news reports for information that could affect their travel plans. If flying, travelers should arrive at the airport at least 1-1/2 to 2 hours in advance for domestic flights and 3 hours in advance for international flights. Airports are stepping up vehicle searches and in some cases closing off nearby parking lots, so allow enough extra time to park and get to the terminal. -- Pack luggage for flights in accordance Accordance is Bible Study Software for Macintosh developed by OakTree Software, Inc.[] As well as a standalone program, it is the base software packaged by Zondervan in their Bible Study suites for Macintosh. with Travel Security Administration guidelines guidelines, n.pl a set of standards, criteria, or specifications to be used or followed in the performance of certain tasks. , which include: not packing weapons, avoiding packing of food items, packing books separately instead of stacking them, packing shoes on top, leaving luggage unlocked and not packing film in checked luggage. -- Make sure family and/or friends have detailed information about your itinerary, including contact numbers and addresses of where you will be staying. -- International travelers should consult the State Department's Web site (www.travel.state.gov) for the latest information on travel advisories and warnings. -- Make copies of your travel and identification documents and credit cards. Take one set of copies with you stored separately from the originals and leave a set at home in case they are lost or stolen. -- Take your travel agent's business card in case you need to change plans while on the trip. -- Maintain a low profile while traveling overseas. For example, don't wear clothing or bring luggage with American flag logos on them. "Travelers can enjoy their trips more fully by taking these simple safety precautions precautions Infectious disease The constellation of activities intended to minimize exposure to an infectious agent; precautions imply that the isolation of an infected Pt is optional, but not mandatory. ," Meinhold said. The Automobile Club of Southern California, the largest affiliate of the AAA AAA: see American Automobile Association. (Triple A) A common single-cell battery used in a myriad of electronic devices of all variety. Like its double A (AA) cousin, it provides 1.5 volts of DC power. When used in series, the voltage is multiplied. , has been serving members since 1900. Today, the Auto Club's members benefit by roadside assistance, insurance products and services, travel agency, financial products, automotive pricing, buying and financing programs, automotive testing and analysis, trip planning services and highway and transportation safety programs. Information about these products and services is available on the Auto Club's Web site at www.aaa-calif.com. |
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