ICONIC MICHIGAN August 25, 2019

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1 Sunday, 5:30 AM Boarding begins at AAA Administrative Offices, 7485 Henry Clay Boulevard, Liverpool for departure at 6:00 AM. Page 1 7:15 AM Boarding begins at RIT Inn & Conference Center, 5257 West Henrietta Road, Henrietta for departure at 7:25 AM. 8:45 AM Boarding begins at AAA Travel and Insurance Center, 100 International Drive, Williamsville for departure at 9:00 PM. Rest and meal stops will be made en route at your own expense. 5:00 PM Arrive at the Best Western Greenfield Inn Dinner is included this evening in the hotel dining room Monday, August 26, 2019 Breakfast is included this morning at your hotel. 8:30 AM Depart for the Rouge Factory. 9:00 AM Arrive the Rouge Factory. Put yourself at the center of sheer manufacturing might. Beyond the awe-inspiring sweep, scale and action of the real-life factory floor where the new military grade aluminum-alloy body Ford F-150 is made, get set for some eye-opening encounters with the technology of tomorrow today. Ford Rouge Factory Tour is a self-guided five-part experience that includes: Legacy Theater: Learn about the triumphs and tragedies surrounding the Rouge, much of it told through rare, never-before-seen historic footage. Manufacturing Innovation Theater: A multisensory exploration of the manufacturing experience, from concept to highway. Filled with jaw-dropping special effects, from floating 3D laser projection mapping and high-energy audio to a breathtaking behind-the wheel finale. Observation Deck Tour: View the ground-breaking living roof from our 80-foot-high Observation Deck. Assembly Plant Walking Tour: See where the new military grade aluminum-alloy body Ford F-150s are assembled in a lean and flexible manufacturing plant. Visitors will have the opportunity to view the final assembly process from an elevated walkway.

2 Page 2 Legacy Gallery: View five historic vehicles made at the Rouge, hop in a new F-150, and visit our Factory Store. 11:00 AM Depart for The Henry Ford Museum. Lunch (on own) in the café at the Museum. Explore its many exhibits. Driving America: The World s Premier Automotive Exhibition Centered around an unparalleled collection of historically significant vehicles, this remarkable mix of authentic artifacts, digital media, interactive play and personal accounts focuses on the enormous influence the automobile has had on American culture. With Liberty and Justice for All: "With Liberty & Justice for All" is a groundbreaking exhibit that explores the proud and often painful evolution of American freedom: from the Revolutionary War through the struggle for civil rights. See and hear the past trials, tribulations and triumphs of the enduring spirit of Freedom. Heroes of the Sky: Visitors to Heroes of the Sky: Adventures in Early Flight will be awed and inspired by people s stories from the first forty years of aviation. Historic airplanes bring to life the lofty accomplishments of America s pioneering aviators. Come honor the men and women who shaped the skies with their minds, hearts, and even their lives. Presidential Limousines: Among the nationally renowned artifacts of the Museum are the vehicles in which 20thcentury American presidents traveled. You'll find this unique exhibit thoroughly fascinating and truly unforgettable. Made in America: Manufacturing and Power are the two sections of this exhibit that explores the legacy of American innovators from the 18th to 20th centuries who made America a manufacturing superpower! Hundreds of artifacts, including operating steam engines, help tell their stories. 2:45 PM Depart for the Lakeside Resort & Conference Center in Houghton Lake, MI. It is a 3-hour drive from The Henry Ford to the hotel. I have allowed for a 15-minute rest break. Depending on how everyone is feeling you may want to leave a little earlier than 2:45 PM. 6:00 PM Arrive at the Lakeside Resort & Conference Center, Houghton Lake, MI. 6:30 PM This evening, relax with the dinner show The GORDON LIGHTFOOT Tribute. This show replicates the songs and styles of a Gordon Lightfoot concert. Enjoy the classic tunes made famous by the Canadian balladeer who wrote about the woods and the water, sailing ships, broken hearts and lost loves. Tuesday, August 27, 2019

3 7:00 AM A hot breakfast is included in the breakfast room off the lobby. 8:00 AM Depart with your guide for Charlevoix, MI Page 3 10:00 AM Tour of Charlevoix. This picturesque city is located on three bodies of water: Lake Michigan,Lake Charlevoix and Round Lake. Your local guide will show you the architectural diversity of this lovely city. Highlighted are the more than thirty homes designed by local architect Earl Young. Dating from 1921 to the 1950's, these unique, mushroom houses are built out of native stone and sport cedar shake roofs. 11:45 AM Lunch is included at Castle Farms in Charlevoix, MI 1:00 PM This afternoon, enjoy a tram tour of the picturesque grounds and a walking tour through buildings that showcase the grandeur of the French Chateaux styled buildings. Your tour guide will delight your group with the rich history of Castle Farms, from its original construction 1918 as the Loeb Farm, to the Van Haver art studio and gallery period, as well as the music concert era, and through the extensive restoration process from 2001 to present. The completed buildings and landscaped gardens are breathtaking. 3:00 PM Depart for Mackinaw City 5:00 PM Ferry to Mackinac Island 9:00 AM Arrive Mackinac Island. As you step upon the island you will feel like you have stepped back in time. Horse drawn vehicles transport everything from supplies for the business on the island to passengers. Wednesday, August 28, 2019 A Continental breakfast is included at the hotel. 10:30 AM Board a carriage for a tour of the island. For anyone who has seen the movie Somewhere in Time there will be moments of déjà vu during the tour of this picturesque island. The tour concludes at the Grand Hotel for their buffet lunch. Following lunch continue exploring the island and visiting their unique shops. Be sure to sample some of the fudge the island is famous for. 3:00 PM Board Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry to Mackinac City. 3:30 PM Depart for Thunder Bay Resort 5:00 PM Arrive Thunder Bay Resort. This family run resort offers the beauty of Northern Michigan combined with a friendly staff to give you a matchless Northern Michigan experience.this evening step back in time as you board a horse drawn carriage that takes you through over the Thunder Bay River and into the woods at Thunder Bay Resort. Enjoy the scenery, the smell of pine, and the ever-changing face of the Thunder

4 Page 4 Bay River as the horses make their way deep in the woods to the beautiful Elk Antler Log Cabin. A blazing fire in a massive split stone fireplace welcomes you. Wonderful aromas mix with the scent of hardwood smoke and emanate from two antique wood cook stoves in full view. This elegant cabin maintains its rustic appearance while providing every amenity. Warm yourself by the fire and savor the delicious aromas put forth by the twin antique wood cook stoves as culinary artist Spenser James and his staff prepare your gourmet meal. Throughout your dinner, sample five to seven wines from nearby Stoney Acres Winery as attentive servers see to your every need. Your Gourmet Dinner Include: Pear & Apple Crepe, Shrimp Cocktail, Jan s Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup, Thunder Bay Sweet Napa Salad and Croissant, Crown Roast of Pork with Roasted Red Skin Potatoes, and White Chocolate Mousse Filled Pizzelles with Fresh Raspberries Thursday, August 29, 2019 Breakfast is included in the Clubhouse Grille. 8:00 AM Depart for picturesque Sturgeon Point Light-house. Operated by the Alcona Historical Society, the tower is 70 feet, 9 inches tall and is 16 feet in diameter at its base. Visit the maritime museum in the keeper s house and walk along the peaceful shore. 9:00 AM Tour Sturgeon Point Lighthouse. 10:30 AM Depart for Frankenmuth, MI. 11:30 AM Arrive McDonalds in Tawas, MI. I normally do not recommend a McDonalds for lunch, however, the view from their parking lot of Lake Huron is wonderful. I am amazed that a high-end restaurant wasn t built here where they could charge extra for the view. For those who do not like McDonald s, there is a Walmart right behind the McDonalds and a Subway is available. 12:30 PM Depart for Bronner s CHRISTmas Wonderland. 2:00 PM Depart for downtown Frankenmuth. Time will be allowed to explore the many shops lining Main Street. Take time to visit the 50 foot Glockenspiel Tower. It houses a magnificent 35-bell carillon, beautiful figurine movement and an illuminated clock, all imported from Germany! Before striking the hour, and on each quarter hour, the clock sounds the 5-bell Westminster chime. At (noon, 3 pm, 6 pm, and 9 pm) each day several selections are played which are immediately followed by 4 ½ figurines depicting the legend of the Pied Piper of Hameln. 3:30 PM Visit BRONNER'S CHRISTmas WONDERLAND, a fascinating year-round attraction for all ages. Bronner's was founded in 1945 by Wally Bronner. When Wally painted his first sign, little did he dream that his small business would one day become the world's largest Christmas store.

5 Page 5 5:45 PM Depart for the Bavarian Inn. 6:00 PM Dinner is included at the Bavarian Inn. Following dinner enjoy a short tour of Frankenmuth before departing for the Fairfield Inn in Grand Blanc, MI. Friday, August 30, 2019 Breakfast is included at the hotel. 9:30 PM Board the motorcoach for your return trip home. 4:30 PM Approximate arrival to Williamsville 5:45 PM Approximate arrival to Rochester 7:15 PM Approximate arrival to Liverpool