Page 24 June 2014 There’s Wealth in Our Approach. ™ RBC Wealth Management congratulates Allan J. Flader, CIMA ® , CRPC ® , Senior Vice President – Financial Advisor on being ranked #1 in the state of Arizona by Barron’s on their Top 1200 Financial Advisor list. According to the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) there were 635,837 Registered Reps in 2013, of those, over 4,000 Financial Advisors met the application criteria to be considered for the Barron’s Top 1200 Financial Advisor Award. From that pool of eligible candidates, 30% received the award or less than 1% of all Financial Advisors. The Barron’s Top 1200 Financial Advisors Award is based on the following criteria: The individual is credentialed as a FINRA registered representative, assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory and compliance record. The financial advisor does not pay a fee to be considered for or to receive this award. Once awarded, they may opt to purchase additional profile advertising space or related award promotional products. This survey is created, conducted and administered by Barron’s. This award does not evaluate the quality of services provided to clients. The financial advisor receiving this award may have had unfavorable ratings. This award and rating is not indicative of the financial advisor’s future performance. © 2014 RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, Member NYSE/FINRA/SIPC. CONGRATULATIONS! 2398 E. Camelback Road, Suite 700 | Phoenix, AZ 85016 (602) 381-5388 | www.fladergroup.com 14-PH-553_5x6_bw Ad.indd 1 5/9/14 1:41 PM Arizona offers adventurous summer vacation options By Michelle Donati-Grayman Summer adventures often begin with a road trip. Most of us have a memory of a road trip tucked away from our childhood. I’ll never forget the time my family got lost en route to our hotel in California. My dad refused to stop and ask for directions. We drove around for what seemed like hours, begging him to pull over. When we finally arrived, he claimed we were never lost. Rather, we were just taking the scenic route. In the words of Clark Griswold – and my father – getting there is half the fun. However, let’s not forget that while the adventure may begin when you pull out of your driveway, the other half awaits you at your destination. As a travel resource, AAA Travel has compiled a list of four Arizona adventures to take this summer: Arizona Jeep Tours If you want to experience Arizona’s diverse landscapes while enjoying some off-road fun, look no further than a Jeep tour. For a casual, comfortable experience, consider the Scenic Sedona Adventure aboard a luxurious, custom- built Mercedes Benz. Another option is the Cactus Canyon Adventure, a medium impact, 4x4 tour through the starkly beautiful Sonoran Desert. And for the brave, consider the Broken Arrow Jeep Tour. This high-impact tour will leave you holding on tight for a heart-pounding descent down the “Road of No Return.” Tours range from two to 12 hours and start at $80 per person. For more information, visit az.aaa.com/travel. Park It Arizona is home to more than 30 state parks. Each provides different activities and scenery, including beaches, boating, biking, swimming and more. In fact, some even offer free WiFi. Entrance fees are affordable and camping is an option at 14 state parks during the summer months, with fees ranging from $15 to $50 per night. Three parks offer camping cabins complete with beds, heating, cooling and electricity – that’s my kind of camping! Rates range from $50 to $75 per night. Visit azstateparks.com to reserve your campground or cabin today. Old West The Old West is alive and well in many parts of the state. Tombstone, Bisbee, Jerome and Prescott are just a few Arizona towns filled with family- friendly attractions, tours and entertaining re-enactments. Spend a day reliving the reality and legends of the Wild West. Ghost tours, mining, shoot-outs and more await you. Map out your Old West adventure by visiting az.aaa.com/travel/maps. Ride The Rails The Grand Canyon is included on almost every Seven Natural Wonders of the World list, attracting more than 5 million tourists every year. This summer, consider exploring the Canyon by rail. The Grand Canyon Rail offers an unforgettable experience for the entire family. Several travel options and offers are available, from train only to train and hotel packages. Kids can ride for as little as $29. The train departs from a depot in Williams, which is about a 2.5-hour drive from Phoenix. Give yourself extra time in Williams to explore Bearizona, a popular, drive-through wildlife park. For more information, visit aaa.thetrain.com/. The desert that surrounds us makes for a perfect summer playground. Whether you opt for something on this list or an idea of your own, hop in the car and create your own Arizona adventure this summer. But if you get lost – or opt to take the scenic route as my Dad would say – please know that it’s perfectly acceptable to pull over and ask for directions, or download an app that can serve as your co-pilot, like AAA Mobile. Your family will thank you for it. Roughing it on the red rocks. Arizona parks offer many options. Time travel to the Old West. All aboard for a rail adventure.

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