Obese patient: root cause analysis and approach to treatment from lipidologist perspective
Identify medical factors, medication, insulin resistance as secondary causes of obesity and approach to work up
Discuss how diet, genomics, microbiome and environmental factors influence the treatment of obese patients
Review new medications FDA approved for treament of obesity
Diabetes medications and new Treatment options, including Cardiovascular outcomes data
Review approach to treatment of diabetes, including discussion new cardiovascular outcomes data for GLP 1 agonists, SGT2 inh, Quick release bromocriptine
Biomarkers: Role of Apo B, lp (a), LDL-P vs LDL -C in primary and secondary prevention cardiovascular disease, also inflammation and role in women's cv health
Discuss outcomes data for Apo B, LDL P and cost effective approach to treatment of residual risk
Describe concept of concordance and discordance of DLL cholesterol vs LDL particles or Apo B and clinical application
Management of complex dyslipidemia including Lowering triglycerides and raising HDL Cholesterol, does it matter?
Review lipid treatment guidelines
Review clinical impact of HDL c raising trials including AIM HIGH and HPS 2thrive
Review of TG lowering therapies and outcome data
Case studies in cardiometabolic disease: focus on women throughout lifespan
Review treatment of genetic disorders in women of childbearing age, children and adolescents, Postmenopausal women
Learn specific clinical applications through use of real case
The Microbiome and Its Impact of Cardiometabolic Disease
Discuss role of microbiome in health and disease across the lifespan including mode of delivery (c section vs vaginal), use of antiobiotics, dietary choices
Evaluation and Treatment of Osteoporosis
Apply current evaluation and management strategies for osteoporosis to prevent fractures
Dementia, Various Types
Develop differential diagnoses and treatment plans for various types of dementia
Choosing Wisely
Identify medical tests and procedures that demonstrate clear clinical benefit
Hospice
Review the clinical and administrative aspects of hospice care
Impaired Healthcare Professionals
Recognize impaired healthcare professionals and understand available evaluation and rehabilitation programs
Palliative Care
Review the implementation and settings for palliative care services
Artificial Intelligence and AI in Healthcare
Understand the fundamentals of AI and its applications in healthcare
Case Studies and Common Problems in Primary Care
Discuss three common clinical problems in primary care
Review three unique case presentations in primary care
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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.
Faculty
Tara Dall, MD, FNLA
Dr. Tara Dall is a board certified lipidologist with roots in family medicine and training at the University of Wisconsin Madison. She has spent the last 15 years using advanced biomarker testing in the clinical care of patients. She graduated in the inaugural class of Diplomates of the American Board of Clinical Lipidology in 2005. Her center achieved national recognition as the first fully certified Level II lipid clinic in the United States.
In 2008, Dr. Dall formed the Early Detection Center for heart disease and diabetes near Madison, Wisconsin and served as a clinical associate professor for the Medical College of Wisconsin. Two years later, she brought her fight against heart disease to the web, co-founding Lecturepad.org and FHITtv.org, web platforms that advance clinical understanding and application of advanced lipid and biomarker testing.
For 3 years Dr. Dall served as Chief Medical Officer of Health Diagnostic Laboratory. As an author and educator on biomarker research focused on the role that insulin resistance plays in diabetes prevention she has expanded the education of physicians to prevent chronic disease. She has a special interest in insulin resistance's role in cardiovascular disease, women's heart disease, Autoimmune disease, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and obesity. She also serves as chief of cardiometabolic education at the non-profit Foundation for Health Improvement and Technology (FHIT).
Known for her passionate delivery of complex medical topics in patient-friendly terms, Dr. Dall is a sought after speaker, traveling the world to present research on advanced biomarkers. She is a also a regular go-to for reporters, appearing on Bloomberg News, CBS Sports, CNN Radio, Reach MD Satellite Radio, and RadioHealth Journal. She was also a regular guest on KTXD-TV's The Broadcast in Dallas, as well as programs on wabcradio.com (Optimal wellness and Forever Young). She continues to practice medicine as a physician founder of AvanceMD Concierge in Richmond, VA which incorporates cutting edge web based technology to the human touch of medicine, providing services to local as well as national and international clients.
Jeffrey M. Kagan, MD
Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, University of Connecticut School of Medicine;
Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine, Frank H. Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University.
Dr. Kagan earned two Bachelors' Degrees: Biology, and Health Sciences, a Masters' Degree in Physiology, and his M.D. degree. Prior to medical school he was a Certified Physician Assistant. He completed his residency in Primary Care Internal Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and previously held a second board certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Medicine. He is also a Certified Medical Director (CMD) for Long Term Care by The Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care (PALTC formerly known as AMDA). Dr. Kagan is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine and an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at the Frank H. Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University. He currently teaches medical, physician assistant, nurse practitioner students and internal medicine residents. Dr. Kagan is frequently called upon by his peers regarding the Business Aspects and Practice Management of Medicine, and is a member of the Editorial Board of Medical Economics. He has done consulting for attorneys, insurance companies, as well as pharmaceutical and wealth management companies. In addition to his busy private primary care practice, Dr. Kagan is currently the medical director of a skilled nursing facility, some group homes, and previously a home health agency and a hospice agency. He was previously a Professional Director with HAVEN, an agency that advocates and monitors impaired health professionals. He has served as an Expert Witness for both plaintiff and defendant sides of malpractice cases. His special interests include: Diving Medicine, Business Aspects of Practice, Medical Legal Cases, Risk Management, Medical Trivia and Impaired Health Professionals. His hobbies include: Bicycling, Boating, Scuba diving, Golf and Skiing.
Accreditation
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 16 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 16 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 16 hours of pharmacy continuing education credit.
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.
PORTS OF CALL
Southampton (London), England - Why not begin your magnificent cruise adventure with an unforgettable overture in one of the world's most exhilarating cities? Samuel Johnson famously declared, "when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford," and his words ring as true today as ever! Imagine spending two or three days before your cruise departure soaking in the vibrant energy of London, a city where every street corner whispers tales of history and royalty.
Picture yourself standing in awe before the majestic Buckingham Palace, the iconic residence of the monarch. If your visit aligns between July and September, you might even step inside the opulent State Rooms during their annual Summer Opening. Then, journey back through centuries at the formidable Tower of London. Here, you can marvel at the dazzling Crown Jewels, an extraordinary collection of over 100 objects and 23,000 gemstones, and be regaled by the captivating stories of intrigue and ancient traditions from the famous Yeoman Warders, the Tower's ceremonial guardians. Just a stone's throw away, the historic grandeur of Westminster Abbey awaits, the nation's coronation church for nearly a millennium and the final resting place of kings, queens, poets, and scientists – a truly profound encounter with British heritage.
But London is far more than its historic monuments; it's a city that effortlessly blends royal pageantry with a pulsating modern cultural scene. For an unparalleled view, take a breathtaking spin on the London Eye, where glass pods lift you high above the Thames for iconic 360-degree vistas of the capital's landmarks. Art lovers can lose themselves in the world-renowned British Museum, home to treasures like the Rosetta Stone and the Egyptian mummies. As evening descends, the glittering West End calls. Why not secure tickets for a world-class musical? Whether it's a long-running favorite like "The Lion King" or an electrifying newer hit like "MJ The Musical," it's an experience that epitomizes London's vibrant theatreland.
The city's culinary scene is a universe in itself, ready to delight every palate. Indulge in the quintessential British tradition of afternoon tea at a classic hotel, or discover the lively atmosphere of Borough Market near London Bridge, a historic food market brimming with artisanal cheeses, gourmet street food, and fresh produce. For a truly local experience, find a traditional pub that has been welcoming patrons for centuries, enjoy a pint, and perhaps some hearty pub fare. If shopping is on your agenda, the elegant thoroughfares of Regent Street or the legendary halls of Harrods offer everything from high fashion to unique British gifts.
Getting to and around this incredible city is surprisingly straightforward, setting you up perfectly for your pre-cruise exploration. If you're flying in, London is well-served by its major airports: Heathrow Airport has the swift Heathrow Express train directly to Paddington Station (around 15 minutes) , and Gatwick Airport offers the Gatwick Express to Victoria Station (around 30 minutes). Once in the city, navigating is a breeze thanks to London's excellent public transport, especially the famous Underground, affectionately known as "The Tube." It’s incredibly easy to pay for your journeys using a contactless credit/debit card or a mobile payment app – just tap in and out!
For maximum convenience for your onward journey to Southampton, consider choosing a hotel near Waterloo Station. Waterloo is not only a major Tube hub, making city exploration easy, but it's also the departure point for direct trains to Southampton which will whisk you comfortably to Southampton Central in approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 40 minutes. From Southampton Central, a short taxi ride will have you at your cruise terminal, ready to embark, your spirit already buzzing with the magic and memories of London. It’s the perfect, sophisticated start to your incredible journey!
Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium - Bordering the delta of the Scheldt, and the Maas and Rhine rivers, Zeebrugge could be one of the most unique seaports you visit in this lifetime. Zeebrugge is blessed with a picturesque network of canals and fields peppered with graceful windmills. Zeebrugge serves as a gateway port to the historic city of Brussels.
At Sea - Cruising - Cruising
La Coruna, Spain - La Coruna has tons to offer the curious traveler. You can explore the delightful region of Spain known as Galacia, see a Roman lighthouse built in the second century which is still in use today, and glimpse La Coruna'a ancient past in the celtic stone monoliths. Appreciaters of nature can look out over the verdant countryside, small coves, and magnificent coastlines.
Porto Leixoes, Portugal - Visit this city once and you are sure to want to come back for more. Located in northern Portugal, the city spreads across the base of a forested valley with crimson peaks on its sides. While it is famous for its Port wine, Porto is also home to many attractions including the Réserve Naturelle de Scandola, the marine reservation protected by UNESCO with amazing Calanques.
Vigo, Spain - Catholic pilgrims flock to the nearby sacred cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, built over the burial spot of St. James. In Vigo, Galicia province's most populated city, El Sireno, a gilded sculpture depicting a half-man-half-sea-creature, towers over your head and the city's lovely gardens and well-preserved historical buildings.
Bilbao, Spain - Bilbao, Spain's sixth-largest city, is being revitalized with the help of astounding strides in art and architecture. New life arrived in this commercial/industrial hub via the astonishing Bilbao Guggenheim Museum; the new, sleek glass and steel tube metro system; and the stunning glass-decked parabolic arch footbridge above the Nervion River. Bilbao also provides an excellent home base from which to explore the diverse Basque country, from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pyrenees.
Celebrity Apex
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!
Prices below are for the full cruise including meals and evening entertainment
Suite/Deluxe
Aqua Class Stateroom (A2)
A2 - Aqua Class Premium ship location close to the Spa. Infinite Veranda with lounge seating. Celebrity's eXhaleTM bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress. Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Shower panel and aromatherapy diffuser. Interactive Television system. Individual safe, dual voltage 110/220 AC, mini-fridge* and hair dryer.
Staterooms: 201 sq. ft. Veranda: 42 sq. ft.
Call: 800-422-0711 and we'll find the best value for you.
Suite/DeluxeEdge Villa (EV) All staterooms and suites come complete with private bathroom, vanity area, hair-dryer, interactive TV, radio and phone.
Edge Villa Two-story luxury residences that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living. Private terrace with three-foot deep plunge pool and inviting lounge furniture. Direct access to The Retreat. Surround sound system with 55” smart TV. One Bedroom and two full baths. King-sized Cashmere Collection bed. Marble master bath with whirlpool tub. Double washbasins.
Suite/DeluxeIconic Suite (IC) The largest suite in Celebrity's fleet. Positioned high on top of the ship, above the bridge, with sweeping, panoramic views from front to back. Two bedrooms and two full baths. King-sized Cashmere CollectionSM beds. Dual sinks and separate full shower, and whirlpool tub. Private butler's pantr. Surround sound system with 65" smart TV. Expansive outdoor space with private hot tub and covered, double daybed.
Suite/DeluxeSky Suite (S2) When you stay in a Sky Suite, you'll enjoy the luxury of private butler service. This includes assistance with unpacking and packing. In-suite lunch and dinner service. Afternoon tea. Evening hors d'oeuvres and complimentary in-suite espresso and cappuccino from Café al Bacio.
Suite/DeluxeSky Suite (S3) When you stay in a Sky Suite, you'll enjoy the luxury of private butler service. This includes assistance with unpacking and packing. In-suite lunch and dinner service. Afternoon tea. Evening hors d'oeuvres and complimentary in-suite espresso and cappuccino from Café al Bacio.
Concierge Class (C2)
Concierge Class staterooms are well-appointed, personal retreats located in some of the most-desirable locations on the ship. As a Concierge Class guest, your team of dedicated professionals will take care of all your vacation needs. From Priority Check-In - when you're greeted by your Concierge - to the moment you head back home, we're there to assist you.
Stateroom: 201 sq. ft. Veranda: 42 sq. ft.
Call: 800-422-0711 and we'll find the best value for you.
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (E2)
Edge Strm w/Infinite Veranda Veranda with seating area. Celebrity eXhaleTM bedding featuring Cashmere Mattress. Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Interactive television system.
Stateroom: 202 sq. ft. and Veranda: 42 sq. ft.
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BalconyDeluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Veranda (1A) OceanView Stateroom with Veranda - seating area. Celebrity eXhaleTM bedding featuring Cashmere Mattress. Queen size bed convertible to two lower beds (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Interactive television system.
Concierge Class Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors. Sitting area with sofa. Veranda with lounge seating. Interactive Television system, individual safe, dual voltage 110/220 AC and Hair dryer.
BalconyConcierge Class (C3) Concierge Class Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors. Sitting area with sofa. Veranda with lounge seating. Interactive Television system, individual safe, dual voltage 110/220 AC and Hair dryer.
BalconyEdge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (E1) Edge Strm w/Infinite Veranda Veranda with seating area. Celebrity eXhaleTM bedding featuring Cashmere Mattress. Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Interactive television system.
BalconyEdge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (E3) Edge Strm w/Infinite Veranda Veranda with seating area. Celebrity eXhaleTM bedding featuring Cashmere Mattress. Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Interactive television system.
BalconyEdge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (E4) Celebrity eXhaleTM bedding featuring Cashmere Mattress. Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Interactive television system, individual safe, dual voltage 110/220 AC and hair dryer.
BalconyEdge Single Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (ES) Celebrity eXhale™ bedding. Private safe. 24-hour room service. Private mini-bar. Complimentary tote bag. Custom blended bath products. Interactive Samsung flat-screen television. Personal veranda. New Cashmere Collection luxury queen-sized bed. Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Dual voltage 110/220 AC. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Smart TV, individual safe.
Oceanview Stateroom (O2)
King-sized mattress. Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Dual voltage 110/220 AC. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Smart TV, individual safe and mini-fridge. Stateroom: 200 sq. ft.
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OutsideDeluxe Oceanview Stateroom (6) New Cashmere CollectionSMluxury king-sized mattress Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Dual voltage 110/220 AC. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Smart TV, individual safe
OutsideOceanview Stateroom (7) New Cashmere CollectionSMluxury king-sized mattress Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Dual voltage 110/220 AC. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Smart TV, individual safe.
OutsideOceanview Stateroom (8) New Cashmere CollectionSMluxury king-sized mattress Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Dual voltage 110/220 AC. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Smart TV, individual safe.
Inside Stateroom (I2)
Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Dual voltage 110/220 AC. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Smart TV, individual safe and mini-fridge. Stateroom: 181 sq ft
Call: 800-422-0711 and we'll find the best value for you.
InsideDeluxe Inside Stateroom (10) Celebrity’s eXhale™ bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress. Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Dual voltage 110/220 AC. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Smart TV, individual safe
InsideDeluxe Inside Stateroom (11) Celebrity’s eXhale™ bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress. Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Dual voltage 110/220 AC. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Smart TV, individual safe .
InsideInside Stateroom (12) Celebrity’s eXhale™ bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress. Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Dual voltage 110/220 AC. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Smart TV, individual safe .
InsideDeluxe Inside Stateroom (9) Celebrity’s eXhale™ bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress. Two lower double beds convertible to King (except as noted). Some staterooms may have a trundle bed. Dual voltage 110/220 AC. Plentiful storage space in your bathroom and wardrobe. Smart TV, individual safe
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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:
Fares displayed above are subject to availabilty and to change until reserved with a deposit or full payment. While the fares listed can sell out (i.e. are "subject to availability"), they generally remain available until 90 days before sailing, at which time they convert to typically higher, market rates.
Market Rates offered directly by the cruise line and quoted by our agents are also subject to availability and to change at any time prior to depositing on your stateroom. Those rates are capacity and revenue controlled 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 congirm 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.
Protect Your Trip with Allianz Travel Insurance
Allianz Travel Insurance plans can give you flexibility and support when your trip doesn’t go quite as planned. From unexpected flight issues to covered trip cancellations, travel emergencies, and more, travel insurance can help you manage unforeseen events that may impact your trip—giving you peace of mind from the moment you book your trip through your return home.
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Whether you’re planning your next trip or you recently booked one, travel insurance can help smooth over many unexpected travel glitches—while putting your mind at ease, knowing you’re off the hook for covered expenses that could arise from them.
Allianz Travel Insurance plans can provide you benefits and professional support when a covered situation comes up before or during your trip. The following examples may qualify for benefits:
Cancelling your trip after unexpectedly becoming too sick to travel
Taking care of a sick or injured traveling companion
Having to end your trip early due to a family emergency
Dealing with a flight delay or cancellation
Needing to buy personal items if your luggage is lost or stolen
Missing your cruise departure after a covered flight delay
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What Can Travel Insurance Help Protect?
Allianz Travel Insurance plans can protect you before and during your trip—keeping you, your loved ones, and your travel budget safer. Benefits vary by plan, and these are brief descriptions. Please read your plan documents for details.
TRIP CANCELLATION
Reimburses your prepaid, non-refundable travel expenses if you need to cancel your trip due to a covered reason, such as you, a family member, or traveling companion experiencing a covered illness or injury. Examples include:
A doctor says you or a traveling companion is too sick to fly
Your parent or child requires hospitalization
You need to attend the birth of a family member’s child
You have a traffic accident (not breakdown) on the way to the airport
A storm shuts down your airport for 24 hours or more
TRIP INTERRUPTION
Reimburses your unused, non-refundable travel expenses and increased transportation costs during your trip if you have to return home early due to a covered reason, for instance when a family member has a qualifying medical emergency and needs your care. Examples include:
You have a covered illness or injury and a doctor says you must return home
A family member has a qualifying injury and needs your care
A covered emergency, like a fire or flood, makes your home uninhabitable
TRAVEL DELAY
If you have a covered delay while traveling, travel insurance can reimburse you for meals, accommodations, and transportation expenses when your trip is delayed for a minimum number of consecutive hours for a covered reason. Minimum number of hours varies by plan.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND DENTAL CARE
Reimburses your expenses related to covered medical and dental emergencies* that might occur on your trip. This benefit can be especially helpful if you have a covered emergency outside the United States, as most health insurance policies won’t cover you outside the country. Examples include:
You slip and break your ankle while sightseeing
You get food poisoning while sampling the local cuisine
You lose a filling and need immediate dental treatment*
*A sublimit and maximum apply for this benefit. Check your plan documents for details.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION
Arranges and pays for medically necessary transportation following a covered injury or illness to the nearest appropriate medical facility to receive care and get you home after treatment.
BAGGAGE LOSS, DAMAGE, or THEFT
Reimburses the replacement of your lost, damaged, or stolen luggage and personal items while traveling.
BAGGAGE DELAY
Reimburses essential items purchased during your trip if your baggage is delayed for a minimum number of hours (varies by plan).
CHANGE FEE
Reimburses fees if you need to change your flight itinerary due to a covered reason.
24-HOUR ASSISTANCE
Provides around-the-clock support during your trip. Allianz Global Assistance’s staff of multilingual problem solvers can help you with medical, legal, and travel-related emergencies whenever they happen. Medical assistance may include, but is not limited to:
Medical triage with referrals to local prescreened medical providers
Ongoing medical monitoring
Payment guarantee
Emergency medical transportation
Additional services for travel-related emergencies can help with:
When you purchase any Allianz Travel Insurance plan, you automatically get 15 days (or more, depending on your state of residence) to review your policy documents. Within that period, you can cancel your plan for a full refund if you’re not satisfied, as long as you haven’t filed a claim or departed on your trip.
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Contact Allianz Global Assistance’s award-winning team of travel experts. Call anytime for assistance navigating travel mishaps overseas or in the U.S.—or help with everything from reporting lost baggage to locating emergency medical treatment. They can also help you replace passports, refer you to legal assistance, secure cash from home in case of emergency, and guarantee payment when you need to be admitted to a hospital, in some instances.
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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.
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A 19th-century beauty meets the London of today: that’s what you’ll find at Kimpton Fitzroy London. From the outside, the landmark building, which occupies a full block along the eastern side of Russell Square in Bloomsbury, looks every bit the part of Grande Dame. Inside, though, contemporary interiors beckon the discerning traveler to settle in and stay a while—cocktail (or two) in hand.
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DoubleTree by Hilton London - Tower of London
7 Pepys St, London EC3N 4AF, United Kingdom
Location, Location, Location
With views of London’s skyline, DoubleTree by Hilton London features a rooftop bar and offers air-conditioned and soundproof rooms. The Tower of London and Tower Bridge are just a 5-minute walk away. Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and luxury décor and just 492 feet from Tower Hill Underground Station, this hotel is a 5-minute walk from the iconic Gherkin and The City. Service is also a priority here, with guests being treated to complimentary warm chocolate chip cookies upon arrival.
5 Maritime Walk, Southampton SO14 3QT, United Kingdom
Luxury Near the Cruise Port
Located in the ever-so-sophisticated Ocean Village Marina, this iconic seven-floor super-yacht-inspired hotel feels right at home as it rises above the other luxury boats of Southampton with its tiered terrace-style decks. Catch a glimpse of cruise ships and yachts setting sail from your balcony or deck and take in the grandest of views of the Solent. Experience unparalleled luxury from the moment you step inside, with a rooftop bar, restaurant & terrace on the sixth floor and an award-winning restaurant with perfect views on the water’s edge.
https://www.harbourhotels.co.uk/southampton
Holiday Inn Southampton, an IHG Hotel
Herbert Walker Ave, Southampton SO15 1AG, United Kingdom
Practical Comfort
Holiday Inn Southampton is the closest hotel to the city's cruise ship terminals. The city center’s attractions are a 10-minute drive away, while Southampton Central station (served by direct trains to London) is just 5 minutes away. Additionally, Southampton Airport is a 20-minute drive from the hotel; making this hotel ideal for pre-cruise or post-cruise accommodations.
The largest city in the United Kingdom is around two hours away from Southampton by train or car. London has more attractions and activities than can possibly be listed here, but here are a few things you may want to try while visiting the United Kingdom’s capital city:
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