12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ 12 ADA CERP Credits 12 ANCC Contact Hours
COURSE FEES
$895 for Physicians, Attorneys, Psychologists & Dentists $695 for Pharmacists $695 for Physician Assistants
$695 for Nurse Practitioners $495 for Nurses, Students & Others
Program Description
This course will provide clinicians with new, interesting, and practical information to improve their knowledge and upgrade their skills when communicating with patients and colleagues. Learners will leave the course with new skills and strategies to improve healthcare team performance and outcomes.
Fun, Fun & More Fun!
With exciting CME classes, lots of activities for fun and relaxation, this conference will be a transformative experience for us all!
7:30am - 11:30am: Advanced Care Planning and End-of-Life Conversations Communication Tools for Leader Navigating Difficult Conversations 11:30am - 12:30pm: Lunch 12:30pm - 2:30pm: The Neuroscience of Anger and the Angry Patient Encounter
Enjoy breakfast in the company of bottlenose dolphins, partake in poolside team-building experiences, and spend free time diving and fishing. This will be a unique Florida Keys meeting experience that will be exciting to attend and that will leave you feeling rejuvenated.
Hawks Cay Resort
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Centrally located between Miami and Key West yet tucked away on the secluded island of Duck Key, Hawks Cay Resort offers the perfect union of solitude and convenience. For guests that live in the United States, there's no need for a passport.
With easy access by car, boat or plane, you can enjoy the best qualities of the Caribbean-clear turquoise waters, endless sunshine, excellent fishing and diving opportunities, fresh seafood and a relaxing tropical atmosphere.
Explore the only island resort you can drive to, featuring a full-service marina, saltwater lagoon, multiple restaurants and more.
Amenities
Internet Access
Local and Toll Free Phone Calls
Self Parking
Tram Transportation throughout the Resort
Complementary access to Hawks Cay Health Club and Coral Cay
Unlimited use of Putting Course, Sports Field, Hard and Clay Court Tennis Facilities
Unlimited use of Kayaks and Paddleboards in the Hawks Cay Saltwater Lagoon
PLEASE NOTE: To attend the conference, participants must book their cruise accommodations through Continuing Education, Inc. This ensures we can provide full conference services and complimentary social amenities to meeting participants and guests. Participants' family and friends are welcome to book within our group allotment to take advantage of our typically excellent rates. Thanks for your cooperation. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!
BIAS FREE CME - No Commercial Support was provided for this CME activity.
International Speaker for Medicine, Law, and Business
Director Communication Skills Program
Vice Chair, Global Listening Centre
Deputy National Representative of the International Association for Communication in Healthcare for the US for 2018-2020
Master Trainer Institute of Healthcare Communications
Assistant Professor of Medicine
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Dr. Monica Broome is the Director of the new Communication Skills Program for University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Her interest is in the neuroscience of communication specifically physician patient communication. The scope of this program includes the undergraduate, graduate, and faculty development levels.
Dr. Broome completed a three year fellowship under the Director of Education Development in the Department of Medical Education, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. During her fellowship she completed programs in the Macy Institute for Health Communication Curriculum Development and is certified as a master trainer of the Institute for Healthcare Communication.
Her scholarly work includes presentations and workshops nationally for the Association of American Medical Colleges, Society of General Internal Medicine, and Southern Group on Educational Affairs, and internationally for the European Association for Communication in Health Care, the International Conference on Communication in Healthcare, and the International Association of Law and Mental Health with the focus on communication skills training concerning conflict and bullying.
She serves on the American College of Physicians Legislative Action Program for Health Care Reform and participated as a Florida delegate for Leadership Day in Washington DC. She servers on the Editorial Board of Medical Encounter, and Chaired the Committee on Communication and Technology for the 2006 American Academy on Communication in Healthcare Annual Research and Teaching Forum. Dr. Broome co-chaired the International Conference on Communication in Healthcare held in the USA in Miami, October 2009.
Dr. Broome, formerly Dr. Harris, is an alumnus of the University Of Miami School Of Medicine. Her specialty is Internal Medicine for which she has received recognition and accolades from colleagues and patients, including a service award from the State of Virginia Department of Disabled American Veterans. She was the Founder and former Medical Director of the Women’s Veterans Comprehensive Health Program, in Hampton Virginia. Dr. Broome was selected as one of the representatives from the state of Florida to participate in a National Summit on Women’s Veterans Health Issues at the White House which resulted in a position paper for Congress.
To continue her interest in promoting women’s health, Dr. Broome served on the Institutes for Women’s Health Education/Academic Training Subcommittee and currently serves on the Women in Academic Medicine at the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine. She is a Diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine, a Fellow in the American College of Physicians, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Communication in Healthcare.
Dr. Broome was recently appointed to serve for two years on the Introduction to Clinical Diagnosis Test Committee of the National Board of Medical Examiners, and concurrently for the United States Medical Licensing Examination. USMLE is the sole licensing examination for allopathic physicians in the United States.
Internationally, she was recently awarded Elsevier Journal Reviewer Recognition Outstanding Reviewer Status for their Journal Patient Education and Counseling. Dr. Broome has been appointed to serve as Deputy National Representative of the European Association on Communication in Healthcare. There are only two representatives for each member country. This nomination and appointment has special significance on a personal level as representatives are nominated by the votes of colleagues.
Dr. Broome is the Course Director of the new Bridge Course for the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine. This new program facilitates the integration of incoming medical students from International Medical University Malaysia.
Current projects include serving as Educational Director of Candid Conversations, training and e-learning program of the sexual health concerns of women patients; and developing wisdom in medicine by enhancing personal awareness in the aftermath of adverse outcomes. Dr. Broome teaches communication skills updates as faculty of the University at Sea.
New for 2020, Dr. Broome is named the National Co-Chair East Coast for the American Medical Women’s Association Physicians Against the Trafficking of Humans program.
What Participants Are Saying:
This was my first time attending a CME cruise and I truly did not know what to expect. Dr. Broome and Dr. Kountz were both amazing - very professional and friendly. The atmosphere was fantastic. I will definitely return in the future.
Accreditation
Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuiung Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 12 contact hours.
Accredited status does not imply endorsement by Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® or ANCC of any commercial products displayed or used with an activity.
In support of improving patient care, Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Designation for Physicians: Continuing Education, Inc. designates this live activity for 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Osteopathic Physicians: This program is eligible for Category 2 credit with the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
US or Canadian Family Physicians: Please let us know if you require AAFP Prescribed Credits.
Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuiung Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 12 contact hours.
Accredited status does not imply endorsement by Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® or ANCC of any commercial products displayed or used with an activity.
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada:
Through an agreement between the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, medical practitioners participating in the Royal College MOC Program may record completion of accredited activities registered under the ACCME’s “CME in Support of MOC” program in Section 3 of the Royal College’s MOC Program.
College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) The College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) has a reciprocal credit reporting agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). Prescribed credits can be claimed as the equivalent number of certified credits, and Elective credits can be claimed as the equivalent number of non-certified credits.
Members of the CFPC may claim up to 50 credits per five-year cycle from Physician's Recognition Award (PRA) Category 1 credits. Any additional credits are eligible as non-certified credits.
Credit Designation for Pharmacists: This knowledge-based activity is approved for 12 hours of pharmacy continuing education credit.
Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuiung Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 14 contact hours.
Accredited status does not imply endorsement by Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® or ANCC of any commercial products displayed or used with an activity.
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
Through an agreement between the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, medical practitioners participating in the Royal College MOC Program may record completion of accredited activities registered under the ACCME’s “CME in Support of MOC” program in Section 3 of the Royal College’s MOC Program.
Credit Designation for Pharmacists:
This knowledge-based activity is approved for 12 hours of pharmacy continuing education credit.
Credit Designation for Dentists: Continuing Education, Inc. is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Continuing Education, Inc. designates this continuing dental education activity for 12 continuing education credits.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at www.ada.org/cerp.
In support of improving patient care, Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
In support of improving patient care, Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Designation for Physicians: Continuing Education, Inc. designates this live activity for 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuing Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 12 contact hours. Accredited status does not imply endorsement by Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® or ANCC of any commercial products displayed or used with an activity.
Nurse Practitioners: Can claim either ANCC Contact Hours or AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ as needed. Pharmacology credits are identified on individual activities.
This activity has been approved for 12 ADA CERP Credits.
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Wed Feb 03
Duck Key, Florida Keys
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Duck Key, FL POC2
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Duck Key, Florida Keys
Your educational journey begins not on the ship, but on a sliver of paradise in the heart of the Florida Keys. Duck Key, your port of embarkation, is more than a starting point; it is an invitation to decompress, explore, and immerse yourself in the unique, laid-back rhythm of island life before your conference at sea even begins. We strongly encourage you to arrive one or two days early to shed the stresses of your demanding profession and fully embrace the restorative power of this remarkable destination.
**Getting Here: The Journey is the Destination**
Your transition into vacation mode starts the moment you leave the airport. You can fly into Miami (MIA), approximately a two-hour drive north, or Key West (EYW), about 90 minutes south. Rent a car and prepare for one of the most scenic drives in America: the Overseas Highway. This ribbon of road connects the archipelago, island by island, carrying you over breathtaking turquoise waters. The drive itself is an essential part of the experience, a gradual unwinding as the mainland fades in your rearview mirror. Consider it the perfect preamble to your well-deserved escape.
**A Suggested Pre-Cruise Itinerary**
Arriving early transforms your departure day from a logistical task into the culmination of a fantastic mini-vacation. Here’s how to make the most of your time:
**Day 1: Arrival, Acclimation & Azure Waters**
After your scenic drive, check into your accommodations on Duck Key, a tranquil enclave known for its picturesque canals and upscale resort atmosphere. Your first order of business is simple: nothing. Find a comfortable lounge chair by the saltwater lagoon or the adult-only pool. Order a cocktail, feel the gentle sea breeze, and watch the palm trees sway. This is your time to disconnect from your daily responsibilities and reconnect with a slower pace of life.
For dinner, you need not venture far. The Middle Keys are celebrated for their exceptional, fresh-from-the-dock seafood. Indulge in a meal of locally caught hogfish or yellowtail snapper at a waterfront restaurant. Dining with your feet in the sand while watching a spectacular sunset over the Gulf of Mexico is the quintessential Keys experience and the perfect end to your travel day.
**Day 2: Discovery & The Spirit of the Keys**
With a full day at your disposal, you can truly discover the soul of the Middle Keys. This region offers a blend of natural wonder and conservation-focused experiences that will resonate with your professional calling to serve and heal.
* **Morning: A Visit to The Turtle Hospital:** Just a short drive away in Marathon is the world’s first state-licensed veterinary hospital for sea turtles. This is not a typical tourist attraction; it is a working hospital and a moving, educational experience. Take a guided tour to learn about the incredible rehabilitation efforts for injured turtles and meet the permanent residents. It’s an inspiring look at marine conservation in action.
* **Midday: The Seven Mile Bridge & A Perfect Beach:** Drive over the modern Seven Mile Bridge, an engineering marvel offering panoramic ocean vistas. For an even better view, park and take a stroll or bike ride along the adjacent Old Seven Mile Bridge, a historic landmark that now serves as a popular recreational pier. Afterward, make your way to Sombrero Beach in Marathon. Often cited as one of the most beautiful beaches in the Keys, its soft white sand and calm, clear waters are ideal for a relaxing swim or simply soaking up the sun.
* **Afternoon: An Unforgettable Encounter:** For a truly unique and intimate experience, consider a visit to the Dolphin Research Center on Grassy Key or the Dolphin Connection right on Duck Key. These facilities focus on education and building a greater understanding of marine mammals through respectful, non-disruptive interaction programs. It’s a chance to learn from marine biologists and connect with these intelligent creatures in a meaningful way.
* **Evening: A Taste of Local Culture:** For your final pre-cruise dinner, explore the culinary scene in Marathon. From rustic seafood shacks serving legendary fish tacos and conch fritters to more refined establishments with creative menus, there is something to suit every palate. Enjoy a final slice of authentic Key lime pie—tart, creamy, and utterly delicious—before returning to Duck Key for a restful night’s sleep.
By the time you walk the gangway to embark on your cruise, you will be fully relaxed, enriched by your experiences, and ready to engage with your colleagues and coursework. Starting your journey in Duck Key provides the perfect buffer between your demanding work life and your educational retreat, ensuring you begin your voyage in the perfect state of mind.
Duck Key, FL POC2
PLEASE NOTE: To attend the conference, participants must book their cruise accommodations through Continuing Education, Inc. This ensures we can provide full conference services and complimentary social amenities to meeting participants and guests. Participants' family and friends are welcome to book within our group allotment and take advantage of our typically excellent rates. Thanks for your cooperation. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!
Suite/DeluxeRoyal Loft Suite (RL) One bedroom, two bathrooms. Two-decks-high stateroom with panoramic views. On main level, open living/dining room with dry bar and sofa that converts to double bed. Separate media room with sofa that converts to queen bed, second bedroom with closet and two twin beds that convert to Royal King and full bathroom with shower. Large private balcony with dining area. Master bedroom on second level has a King size bed with Duxiana Mattress and a private bathroom with soaking tub, shower, two sinks and bidet. Private balcony with dual whirlpool tub. Separate dressing area. Stateroom: 1,640 sq. ft. 3 Balcony: 553 sq. ft.
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Suite/DeluxeOwner's Loft Suite (OL) One bedroom, two bathrooms. Two-decks-high stateroom with panoramic views. Main level has open living/dining room with double sofa bed, bathroom and private wrap around balcony with dining area. On second level, master bedroom has a King size bed with Duxiana Mattress, bathroom with shower and two sinks, and private balcony. Stateroom: 975 sq. ft. Balcony 501 sq. ft.
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Suite/DeluxeGrand Loft Suite with Balcony (GL) One bedroom, two bathrooms. Two-decks-high stateroom with panoramic views. Main level has open living/dining room with double sofa bed, bathroom and private balcony with dining area. On second level, master bedroom has a King size bed with Duxiana Mattress and bathroom. Stateroom: 696 sq. ft. Balcony: 216 sq. ft.
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Suite/DeluxeSky Loft Suite with Balcony (SL) One bedroom, two bathrooms. Two-decks-high stateroom with panoramic views. On main level, open living/dining room with sofa that converts to double bed. Full bathroom with shower. Private balcony with dining area. On second level, master bedroom has a King size bed with Duxiana Mattress and a bathroom with shower and two sinks. Stateroom: 673 sq. ft. Balcony: 183 sq. ft.
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Suite/DeluxeOwner's Suite 1 Bedroom with Balcony (OS) Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Full bathroom with tub and two sinks. Separate half bath. Marble entry, large closets, living area with dining table and sofa that converts to double bed. Private balcony with seating area and private outdoor dining. Stateroom: 541 sq. ft. Balcony: 259 sq. ft.
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Suite/DeluxeGrand Suite - 2 Bedrooms (GT) Two bedrooms, two bathrooms. Master bedroom with two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom with tub and separate dressing area. Second bedroom with two twin beds that convert to Royal King and two Pullman beds. Full second bathroom with shower. Living area with sofa that converts to a double bed, marble entry and entertainment center. Wrap around private balcony with seating area and private outdoor dining. Stateroom: 543 sq. ft. Balcony: 259 sq. ft.
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Suite/DeluxeGrand Suite - 1 Bedroom (GS) Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Full bathroom with tub, two sinks and second entrance that opens to living room. Living room with sofa that converts to double bed, entertainment center, and writing desk. Private balcony with seating area and private dining. Stateroom: 351 sq. ft. Balcony: 109 sq. ft.
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Suite/DeluxeGrand Suite with Large Balcony - 1 Bedroom (GB) Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Full bathroom with tub, two sinks and second entrance that opens to living room. Living room with sofa that converts to double bed, entertainment center, and writing desk. Wrap around private balcony with seating area and private dining. Stateroom: 351 sq. ft. Balcony: 259 sq. ft.
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Suite/DeluxeJunior Suite with Large Balcony (J1) Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Full bathroom with tub. Sitting area with sofa that converts to double bed. Private balcony. Stateroom: 276 sq. ft. Balcony: 161 sq. ft.
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Suite/DeluxeJunior Suite with Balcony (J3) Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Full bathroom with tub. Sitting area with sofa that converts to double bed. Private balcony. Stateroom: 267 sq. ft. Balcony: 81 sq. ft.
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Suite/DeluxeJunior Suite with Balcony (J4) Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Full bathroom with tub. Sitting area with sofa that converts to double bed. Private balcony. Stateroom: 267 sq. ft. Balcony: 81 sq. ft.
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BalconyOceanview with Large Balcony (1C) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 177 sq ft., Balcony: 81 sq. ft.
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BalconyOceanview with Large Balcony (2C) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 177 sq ft., Balcony: 81 sq. ft.
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BalconyOceanview with Large Balcony (4C) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 177 sq ft., Balcony: 81 sq. ft.
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BalconyOceanview with Balcony (1D) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 177 sq ft., Balcony: 55 sq. ft.
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BalconyOceanview with Balcony (2D) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 177 sq ft., Balcony: 55 sq. ft.
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BalconyOceanview with Balcony (3D) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 177 sq ft., Balcony: 55 sq. ft.
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BalconyOceanview with Balcony (4D) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 177 sq ft., Balcony: 55 sq. ft.
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BalconyOceanview with Balcony (5D) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 177 sq ft., Balcony: 55 sq. ft.
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BalconyOceanview with Balcony (6D) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 177 sq ft., Balcony: 55 sq. ft.
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BalconyOceanview with Balcony (7D) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 177 sq ft., Balcony: 55 sq. ft.
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BalconyOceanview with Balcony (8D) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony.
Stateroom: 177 sq ft., Balcony: 55 sq. ft.
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BalconyObstructed Oceanview with Balcony (1E) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 198 sq ft., Balcony: 55 sq. ft.
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BalconyObstructed Oceanview with Balcony (2E) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, full bathroom and private balcony. Stateroom: 198 sq ft., Balcony: 55 sq. ft.
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BalconyStudio Oceanview with Balcony (2F) Single full size bed, full bathroom and private balcony. Single occupancy stateroom, no single supplement required. Stateroom: 119 sq. ft. Balcony: 55 sq. ft.
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InsideInterior Stateroom (1U) High-definition screen that spans nearly floor to ceiling, providing real-time views of the ocean and destinations. Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, and full bathroom.
Stateroom: 166 sq. ft.
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InsideInterior Stateroom (2U) High-definition screen that spans nearly floor to ceiling, providing real-time views of the ocean and destinations. Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, and full bathroom. Stateroom: 166 sq. ft.
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InsideInterior Stateroom (3U) High-definition screen that spans nearly floor to ceiling, providing real-time views of the ocean and destinations. Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, and full bathroom. Stateroom: 166 sq. ft.
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InsideInterior Stateroom (4U) High-definition screen that spans nearly floor to ceiling, providing real-time views of the ocean and destinations. Bedroom area with two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, and full bathroom. Stateroom: 166 sq. ft.
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InsideStudio Interior (2W) Full size bed and full bathroom. Enjoy Virtual Views of real-time scenery via your flat-screen television. Single occupancy stateroom, no single supplement required. Can sleep up to 1. Stateroom: 101 sq. ft.
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3rd/4th in Stateroom - Please call to secure the best possible pricing
Cruise pricing is presented per person, based double occupancy of the stateroom, following industry practice. Pricing presented above is listed accordingly to allow easy comparison for the stateroom categories displayed. Our agents always provide 'total cost' pricing disclosing all particulars before you make any commitment.
COMPETITIVE PRICING PROMISE: We will match any price currently offered by the cruise line; this promise includes their short-term, promotional rates. As a value-added organizer of meetings at sea, however, we do not seek to compete with 'cruise discounters,' 'travel clubs,' or 'distressed inventory' sales operations.
PRICING SUBJECT TO CHANGE:
Because this sailing is departing soon, no fares are displayed above; Call us to request a quote of current, market-rate fares. Those fares, the same as offered directly by the cruise line, are subject to change at any time until held with a deposit or full payment of the fare. Market rates are capacity and revenue controlled, do fluctuate, and can be withdrawn without notice.
CANCELLATION PENALTY POLICY WILL APPLY: We recommend Travel Insurance to protect your investment from unexpected, late cancellations.
Cruise Cancellation Policy:
Late Cancellation policies vary by cruise line, itinerary and length of cruise.
When reserving your stateroom, please confirm the policy applicable to this cruise with one of our agents.
Course Fee Cancellation Policy: 30+ days before sailing date - 75% Refund ; 7-29 days before sailing date - 50% Refund; Less than 7 days before sailing date - No Refund
FUEL SUPPLEMENT: During periods of unusual oil price volatility, cruiselines may implement a fuel surcharge at any time prior to sailing.
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Cancelling your trip after unexpectedly becoming too sick to travel
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Having to end your trip early due to a family emergency
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Your parent or child requires hospitalization
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TRIP INTERRUPTION
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CHANGE FEE
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Phone (24/7): 1-800-284-8300(within the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands) 1-804-281-5700(outside of the U.S., call collect)
File or Track a Claim
It’s easy and convenient to file and track a claim, upload documents, and more online. Start your claim using your email address or policy number.
If you need to update your travel insurance plan, such as adjusting the dates of your plan to reflect itinerary changes, please contact us or manage your plan online so your plan reflects your entire itinerary and provides the right amount of protection for your travels.
Allianz Global Assistance is a world leader in travel insurance and assistance, helping millions of travelers across the globe every year. Allianz Global Assistance is owned by Allianz SE, the world’s largest diversified insurance company. For over 100 years, Allianz SE has helped protect important milestones in American history, insuring the Wright Brothers’ first flight and Golden Gate Bridge construction.
Terms, conditions, and exclusions apply including for pre-existing medical conditions. Insurance benefits underwritten by BCS Insurance Company (OH, Administrative Office: 2 Mid America Plaza, Suite 200, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181), rated “A” (Excellent) by A.M. Best Co., under BCS Form No. 52.201 series or 52.401 series, or Jefferson Insurance Company (NY, Administrative Office: 9950 Mayland Drive, Richmond, VA 23233), rated “A+” (Superior) by A.M. Best Co., under Jefferson Form No. 101-C series or 101-P series, depending on your state of residence and plan chosen. A+ (Superior) and A (Excellent) are the 2nd and 3rd highest, respectively, of A.M. Best’s 13 Financial Strength Ratings. Plans only available to U.S. residents and may not be available in all jurisdictions. Allianz Global Assistance and Allianz Travel Insurance are marks of AGA Service Company dba Allianz Global Assistance or its affiliates. Allianz Travel Insurance products are distributed by Allianz Global Assistance, the licensed producer and administrator of these plans and an affiliate of Jefferson Insurance Company. The insured shall not receive any special benefit or advantage due to the affiliation between AGA Service Company and Jefferson Insurance Company. Plans include insurance benefits and assistance services. Any Non-Insurance Assistance services purchased are provided through AGA Service Company. Except as expressly provided under your plan, you are responsible for charges you incur from third parties. Contact AGA Service Company at 800-284-8300 or 9950 Mayland Drive, Richmond, VA 23233 or customerservice@allianzassistance.com.
Questions?
Call us at 800.422.0711 (US & Canada)
Or +1-727-526-1571
We can assist you with all your travel arrangements. We'd be happy to help you plan your flights, hotels or tours before and/or after your conference.
