BUFFALO, N.Y., January 8, 2010 – AAA Western and Central New York was named the winner of the 2009 Disney Club of the Year for Best Marketing Plan, Follow-through and Success for mid-sized AAA clubs.

Since 1995, Disney Destinations has recognized the top AAA clubs nationwide based on their sales and support of Disney Cruise Line Vacations, AAA Vacations sales for Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort, and Adventures by Disney vacation bookings. AAA Western and Central New York was recognized for developing a comprehensive and integrated marketing campaign that generated substantial exposure for these Disney destinations.

“It is a distinguished honor to be recognized by a world class organization like Disney, and we’re celebrating by dedicating the entire month of January to making Disney vacation dreams come true with unbelievable specials and packages for our AAA members and travelers,” said Tom Chestnut, President/CEO of AAA Western and Central New York.

AAA Travel will be hosting special Disney informational events throughout the month of January.

• Saturday, January 9 - AAA Pittsford Travel and Insurance Center, 3240 Monroe Avenue, 9:00 a.m.
• Saturday, January 9 - AAA Penfield Travel and Insurance Center, 2156 Penfield Road, 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.
• Saturday, January 16 - AAA Greece Travel and Insurance Center, 3160 West Ridge Road, 9:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, January 20 - AAA Amherst Travel and Insurance Center, 100 International Drive, 12:00 p.m.

Participants will learn what’s new and exciting in the world of Disney, including featured travel deals and exclusive savings for AAA members. To register, call (800) 937-1222 or visit AAA’s Disney site, online at www.AAA.com/disney.

As Upstate New York’s largest member services organization, AAA provides nearly 880,000 members with travel, insurance, financial and automotive related services. Since its founding in 1900, AAA has been a leading advocate for the safety and security of all travelers. Visit AAA at www.AAA.com.