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Prosthodontics in the 21st Century & Managing Your Practice and Personal Finances for Optimum Profitability and Success

7-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise Conference
Round-trip San Juan, Puerto Rico
February 17 - 24, 2019

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COURSE CREDITS & HOURS

14 ADA CERP Credits

COURSE FEES

Spouse fee: $295 

TARGET AUDIENCE

Dentists, Dental Staff

PROGRAM PURPOSE

Prosthodontics in the 21st Century



It is no secret that today, with new materials and computerized manufacturing we are planning and building our prosthetic cases in a radically different way. Things are changing so fast, it is difficult to keep up. Our problem as clinicians is the vast majority of us were never exposed or trained in these techniques. The change in manufacturing also requires a change in how we approach our cases, and how we make clinical choices.

In this seminar, we will start with the basic material in the modern esthetic case, Ceramics. We will make a case for using this material and will cover its chemistry and structure. Different ceramic systems will be covered along with their clinical implications and how they are handled in the dental laboratory. The last part of the ceramic seminar will focus on those ceramic systems that require CAD CAM manufacturing along with their clinical implications.

Our next topic will cover the Science and Art of Color, and how that applies to our ceramic systems. We will go over the complexity of why we make errors in our choices, and what we must do to overcome those errors.

We will end our journey by going into the detail of using digital equipment for impressions, how we use planning software, how we mill, what material we mill, how we print, what we print, and how we use Cone Beam technology to plan and integrate with our planning software. Once we cover these topics, we will cover the compromises we make with this technology, when to use it appropriately, and most important, when not to use it.

When we have completed this seminar, you should be able to make the appropriate choice of material and manufacturing method to match the case you wish to construct based on what the patient's conditions present to you.

Managing Your Practice and Personal Finances for Optimum Profitability and Success: The Power of 50% (or Less) Overhead Expense

MAKE MORE * KEEP MORE *
* INVEST FOR SUCCESS AND ECONOMIC FREEDOM*
LEARN HOW TO MAKE IT HAPPEN!

THIS COURSE IS A MUST FOR DOCTORS, SPOUSES AND TEAM LEADERS/OFFICE MANAGERS - AT ANY STAGE OF THEIR CAREERS

Instructor: Dr. Hugh Habas
This is a seminar focusing on the tools needed to ensure practice profitability (the net), common mistakes to avoid and systematic investment strategies designed to create economic freedom.

It has been estimated that approximately 95% of dentists in the U.S. do not have the financial ability to retire at age 65 and enjoy the same standard of living they did during the years they were in practice. Younger and mid-career dentists are being overwhelmed by student and practice debt, very often with no strategy or clarity on how to manage these challenges. Dentists approaching retirement need to preserve what they have accumulated with the expectation of great longevity.

The presentation will be designed to address all these issues with a focus on effective practice management, systematic approaches to wealth-building and asset accumulation during one's career in dentistry.

Topics will include:
  1. Overhead control - the mistakes we make, with particular attention to payroll expenses and benefits.
  2. Holding onto the"fruits of your labor" - i.e., living on less than what you earn and strategies for achieving this goal.
  3. Systematic investing - the efficacy of investing in both retirement plans and personally with a great deal of discussion of successful strategies, great rewards and how risk can be mitigated.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: BOTH THE DOCTOR AND HIS OR HER CAREER-ORIENTED PROFESSIONAL STAFF REALIZE INTUITIVELY THAT THEIR ULTIMATE PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL SUCCESS AS WELL AS THEIR OWN RELEVANCY IS CONNECTEDTO THE ULTIMATE SUCCESS OF THE PRACTICE.

It has been estimated that approximately 95% of dentists in the U.S. do not have the financial ability to retire at age 65 and enjoy the same standard of living they did during the years they were in practice. Younger and mid-career dentists are being overwhelmed by student and practice debt; very often with no strategy or clarity on how to manage these challenges - dentists approaching retirement need to preserve what they have accumulated with the expectation of great longevity. This presentation is designed to address all these issues with focus on effective practice management, systematic approaches to wealth-building and asset accumulation during one's career in dentistry.

AT THE CONCLUSION OF THIS PRESENTATION DOCTORS, SPOUSES AND STAFF WILL HAVE A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF THE FOLLOWING ISSUES AND CHALLENGES:
  • An understanding that getting out of debt and establishing a pathway to economic freedom is when all the fun of practicing dentistry begins.
  • The 4th Habit of Highly Successful People and its relationship to Doctor and Staff
  • Why budgets don't work long term
  • The importance of saving and investing EARLY
  • Determining what your post-career financial requirements will be as well as your goals
  • The CHALLENGES we face today and yesterday as a profession
  • THE FUTURE OF OUR PROFESSION
  • A TYPICAL SOLO PRACTICE ACCORDING TO ADA
  • Maximizing practice profitability
  • Increasing practice production and collection
  • Controlling overhead expense
  • Examining guidelines for all expense categories and ways of improving results
  • Maintaining the sum of all practice expenses below 50%
  • External marketing efforts-BEWARE
  • DIFFERENTIATING YOUR PRACTICE TO ENCOURAGE MAXIMUM REFERRALS/CONCIERGE CRITERIA
  • How to deal with, or not, bonus systems
  • Fee increase considerations
  • Payment arrangements with patients-a unique approach to consider
  • Staff related issues - leadership
  • Staff compensation as a function of production and total practice revenue
  • Embezzlement
  • PERSONAL FINANCE ISSUES
  • Accumulating assets throughout one's dental career
  • Common threads of success among young high net worth professionals as well as individuals at all income levels enjoying success in achieving their goals
  • Demographics of successful dental professionals-doctors and staff
  • Beware of ONIOMANIA?
  • How you get there and how you don't
  • "How am I doing?" formula-at any income level on a personal level
  • GROWING YOUR ASSETS / INVESTING
  • INVESTING FOR GROWTH VS. INCOME?
  • How much will you need at the end of your career/figuring it out
  • Inflation and its effect on your goals
  • The Rule of 72-again and again
  • The pathway to reaching that goal - working backwards
  • Obstacles along the way
  • Investment goals
  • The absolute need for a fee based highly qualified financial planner
  • The need for emergency funds and liquidity
  • Understanding of risk / reward
  • Various ways to invest
  • Investment vehicles
  • How to choose an investment advisor and what to watch out for
  • What does safety mean-upsides and downsides
  • Timing the Market/Active Management-Be Careful
  • Purchasing Income through insurance products-potential downsides
  • How do you choose a "FINANCIAL ADVISOR"
  • What is a Fiduciary?

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

Hugh O. Habas, DDS

Hugh O. Habas, DDS
Dr. Hugh Habas earned his dental degree from Case Western Reserve University. He maintained a private dental practice in Central New Jersey for 39 years as a general practitioner. 

Dr. Habas was President of the Middlesex County Dental Society, State Trustee for the New Jersey Dental Association, "Board Expert" for the New Jersey State Board Of Dentistry and a Dental Defense Malpractice Expert for the Princeton Insurance Company. 

He is a past member of the New Jersey Academy of General Dentistry, Past President, co-founder and member of the ITI Raritan Valley Dental Study Club, established 40 years ago, as well as a Life Member of Organized Dentistry and the ADA.

Frederick Knoll, DDS

Frederick Knoll, DDS
Dr. Knoll attended undergraduate school at Temple University and Hofstra University. He received his Doctorate in Dentistry at Case Western Reserve University in 1971. After two years as a dentist in the United States Army, Dr. Knoll went into practice in Brooklyn, NY with this father. 

In 1976, Dr. Knoll moved to South Florida. Dr. Knoll has held academic positions as an Assistant Clinical Professor as Nova Southeastern University in the department of Prosthodontics where he taught both Pre Doctoral students and Post Doctoral Students. He was also a Full Professor at the University of Florida School of Dentistry where he taught Post Doctoral residents in Prosthodontics.

He now holds the post of Department Head of Prosthodontics at the Florida Institute of Advanced Dental Education, where he teaches Post Doctoral residents and practicing dentists in the field of Prosthodontics (crowns, bridges, implant restorations and cosmetic dentistry). He has lectured extensively on the field of Prosthodontics both locally and nationally for the last twenty years. He is a member of the American College of Prosthodontics, The American Dental Association, and a Fellow of the American College of Dentists.

Accreditation

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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 14 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.

ITINERARY

DATE PORT OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART
Sun Feb 17 San Juan, Puerto Rico - 8:30 pm
Mon Feb 18 Basseterre, St. Kitts
Lectures: 7:00am-9:00am*
9:00 am 6:00 pm
Tue Feb 19 St. John's, Antigua
Lectures: 7:00am-9:00am*
8:00 am 5:00 pm
Wed Feb 20 Castries, St. Lucia
Lectures: 7:00am-9:00am*
9:00 am 6:00 pm
Thu Feb 21 Bridgetown, Barbados 8:00 am 7:00 pm
Fri Feb 22 At Sea - Cruising
Lectures: 8:00am - 12 Noon; 1:00pm - 5:00pm*
12:00 am 12:00 am
Sat Feb 23 Philipsburg, St. Maarten 8:00 am 6:00 pm
Sun Feb 24 San Juan, Puerto Rico 6:00 am -
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.
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PORTS OF CALL

San Juan, Puerto Rico

As your vessel navigates the deep blue channel into San Juan Bay, you are greeted by the same formidable sight that once deterred empires and pirates like Sir Francis Drake: the stone ramparts of Castillo San Felipe del Morro. While the age of swashbucklers is long past, their wake has left an island of profound national treasures, making San Juan far more than a point of departure—it is a destination demanding its own chapter in your travelogue. We encourage you to bookend your cruise with a few days here, allowing the city’s rhythm to fully envelop you.

**Pre-Cruise Immersion: A Walk Through 500 Years of History**

Arrive a day or two early to decompress and transition into vacation mode. Settle into your accommodations, perhaps a restored colonial hotel within the walled city or a chic beachfront resort in nearby Condado. Your first exploration should be on foot, through the enchanting streets of Old San Juan. The blue-hued adoquín cobblestones, cast from furnace slag and brought over as ballast in Spanish galleons, pave your way through a vibrant grid of pastel-hued townhomes with intricate ironwork balconies overflowing with bougainvillea.

Dedicate your first full day to the UNESCO World Heritage sites that define the city’s skyline. Begin at the six-level citadel of **Castillo San Felipe del Morro**. Walk the sprawling, windswept lawn where soldiers once drilled and children now fly kites, and explore the sentry boxes, barracks, and cannon batteries that guarded the entrance to the Caribbean for centuries. The panoramic views of the Atlantic are simply breathtaking. From there, stroll along the city walls to its larger counterpart, **Castillo San Cristóbal**, a masterpiece of 18th-century military engineering designed to protect against land-based attacks. Venture into its tunnels and stand in the famous “Garita del Diablo” (Devil’s Sentry Box), shrouded in legend.

For lunch, step away from the main thoroughfares and find a local fonda for an authentic taste of *comida criolla*. This is your opportunity to try a classic *mofongo*—a savory mound of mashed plantains, garlic, and olive oil, often filled with succulent pork, shrimp, or chicken. In the afternoon, delve deeper into the city’s heritage. Visit the final resting place of the island’s first governor, Juan Ponce de León, at the magnificent **Catedral de San Juan Bautista**. Nearby, tour **La Casa Blanca**, a fortified residence built for his family in 1521, now a museum offering a glimpse into 16th- and 17th-century life. As evening descends, enjoy a handcrafted cocktail at a rooftop bar overlooking the harbor before indulging in a sophisticated dinner at one of Old San Juan’s celebrated restaurants, where chefs artfully fuse Taíno, Spanish, and African culinary traditions.

**Post-Cruise Exploration: Beyond the City Walls**

After your cruise, with the relaxed pace of the sea still with you, use your extra days to explore the island’s diverse character. Venture beyond the old city to experience modern Puerto Rican life and stunning natural beauty.

One compelling option is a day trip to **El Yunque National Forest**, the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System. A short drive from San Juan, this lush wonderland offers well-maintained hiking trails that lead you through a canopy of giant ferns and tabonuco trees, past cascading waterfalls, and to observation towers with sweeping views of the coast. The cool, misty air and the symphony of coqui frogs provide a restorative contrast to the sun-drenched city.

For a different kind of cultural immersion, explore the dynamic neighborhood of Santurce. Known for its vibrant street art and murals, Santurce is the city’s creative pulse. Visit the **Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico**, which houses a comprehensive collection of Puerto Rican art from the 17th century to the present. In the evening, experience the energy of **La Placita de Santurce**. A humble farmer’s market by day, it transforms at night into a bustling open-air block party, where locals and visitors alike gather to enjoy live music, dance salsa in the streets, and sample food from the surrounding kiosks and restaurants. It’s an authentic, joyous, and unforgettable experience.

Alternatively, you can dedicate your post-cruise time to pure relaxation. The golden sands of Isla Verde and Condado Beach are lined with resorts and beach clubs, offering the perfect setting to unwind with a book and a piña colada—a cocktail famously invented right here in San Juan. Or, for a taste of the island’s most famous export, take a ferry across the bay to Cataño for a tour of the **Casa Bacardí** distillery, where you can learn about the history of rum and master the art of mixing the perfect mojito.

San Juan is a city of layers, where colonial history, vibrant arts, world-class cuisine, and breathtaking nature converge. By extending your stay, you transform your cruise from a simple voyage into a deep, enriching cultural journey, allowing you the time and space to truly connect with the heart and soul of the “Island of Enchantment.”

Basseterre, St. Kitts

St. Kitts stands out in the Caribbean for its dramatic topography and deep colonial history, offering a richer experience than the standard beach-only destination. The island is dominated by dormant volcanoes and lush rainforests, providing a backdrop that feels wilder and more rugged than many of its neighbors.

The premier attraction is undoubtedly Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park. A UNESCO World Heritage site, this massive British fortification sits high atop a volcanic hill. It requires a bit of a climb, but the panoramic views across the Caribbean Sea to Sint Eustatius and Saba are spectacular. It is a genuine highlight for history enthusiasts and photographers alike, well worth the entry fee and the drive.

For a more relaxed tour of the landscape, the St. Kitts Scenic Railway is unique in the region. Originally built to transport sugar cane, the double-decker train loops around the coast, offering a comfortable way to see the villages and countryside that are otherwise hard to access. Alternatively, a stop at Romney Manor offers a blend of nature and culture; the botanical gardens feature a magnificent 400-year-old Saman tree and house Caribelle Batik, where you can watch local artisans at work.

If a beach day is your priority, we advise skipping the Atlantic side and heading to the Southeast Peninsula. The drive itself is scenic, crossing the narrow isthmus with views of both oceans. South Friars Bay and Cockleshell Bay offer the best calm waters and soft sands, lined with casual beach bars facing the peak of Nevis.

Basseterre itself is a bustling, authentic Caribbean town rather than a sanitized tourist trap. While Port Zante is filled with standard duty-free shops, a walk into the town center reveals the Circus—modeled after Piccadilly in London—and Independence Square, a poignant reminder of the island's history as a former slave market. We recommend prioritizing the island tour or the peninsula beaches, using the town primarily for a brief historical stroll before returning to the ship.

St. John's, Antigua

St. John's is the vibrant gateway to Antigua, an island that offers a compelling blend of classic Caribbean leisure and significant British naval history. While the port city itself is a bustling hub of colorful colonial-era architecture and duty-free shopping at Heritage Quay, the island's true treasures require a short journey.

For anyone with an interest in history, the essential destination is Nelson's Dockyard. Located in English Harbour (a scenic 30-minute taxi ride), this meticulously restored 18th-century naval base is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only continuously working Georgian dockyard in the world. It’s a living museum where you can walk the same cobblestones as Admiral Nelson, explore the Dockyard Museum, and enjoy lunch at a waterside café. For a breathtaking perspective, arrange for your driver to take you up to the Shirley Heights lookout for one of the most iconic panoramic views in the Caribbean.

Of course, Antigua is legendary for its beaches. While the claim of 365 beaches is a charming piece of local lore, you only need one for a perfect day. Dickenson Bay is a popular choice, offering calm waters, beach bars, and water sports. For a more serene experience, ask a driver to take you to the powdery sands of Valley Church Beach or Ffryes Beach on the southwest coast.

Our advice: Plan your day. The best of Antigua lies beyond the immediate port. A pre-arranged taxi or a shore excursion is the most efficient way to experience the island's unique combination of historical depth and stunning natural beauty.

Castries, St. Lucia

St. Lucia is defined by its dramatic topography, distinguishing it from flatter Caribbean neighbors. The island’s visual signature is the Pitons, twin volcanic spires rising from the sea—a UNESCO World Heritage site that creates one of the most spectacular backdrops in the tropics. However, visitors must understand the island's geography to maximize their time ashore.

Ships dock in Castries, located on the northwest coast, while the iconic Pitons, the drive-in volcano, and the therapeutic Sulphur Springs are located south in Soufrière. This presents a logistical reality: reaching the island's premier sights requires a commitment. The road to Soufrière is incredibly scenic but notoriously winding, taking over an hour each way. For those prone to motion sickness, or simply wanting to maximize sightseeing time, a water-based transfer or catamaran excursion is the superior choice. The reward is substantial: walking through botanical gardens, soaking in mineral-rich mud baths, and viewing the peaks from the water.

If a full day of travel feels too ambitious, the north offers excellent, accessible alternatives. Marigot Bay, a stunning natural harbor, is a short drive away and ideal for a relaxed lunch. Further north, Pigeon Island National Landmark is a standout, combining 18th-century British military ruins with approachable hiking trails and quiet beaches. Nearby Rodney Bay offers the island’s most popular stretch of sand, Reduit Beach. For a quick taste of local culture near the ship, the Castries Market remains a bustling hub for spices and local crafts, though it is best visited in the morning before the midday heat.

Bridgetown, Barbados

Barbados presents a polished and substantial Caribbean experience, anchored by its capital, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison offer a genuine sense of place, where British colonial architecture stands alongside vibrant Bajan life. The city core is compact enough to explore, with landmarks like the Parliament Buildings and the Careenage marina providing a backdrop that feels more like a historic town than a simple beach stop.

Beyond the city, the island's offerings are diverse. For a unique natural wonder, Harrison's Cave offers a stunning underground tram tour through crystallized limestone caverns. For a taste of the island's most famous export, a visit to the Mount Gay Rum Distillery provides both a history lesson and a tasting. Of course, the beaches are world-class. Just a short taxi ride from the port, Carlisle Bay is a magnificent crescent of white sand with calm, turquoise water, perfect for swimming and snorkeling over several shipwrecks teeming with marine life. For a more serene scene, the west coast, known as the "Platinum Coast," is lined with idyllic stretches like Paynes Bay and Mullins Beach.

Barbados is not a rugged, off-the-beaten-path destination; it is well-developed and organized. Taxis are plentiful and regulated (though it's always wise to confirm the fare beforehand). This makes it an excellent port for independent exploration, offering a rewarding balance of accessible history, natural beauty, and sophisticated relaxation.

At Sea - Cruising

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

St. Maarten offers a unique geopolitical curiosity: a 37-square-mile island divided between the Netherlands and France. While the cruise pier in Philipsburg (Dutch side) is often crowded with multiple mega-ships, the island’s dual personality allows for a highly customizable day if you plan strategically.

Philipsburg itself is the commercial engine. Front Street is lined with duty-free jewelry and electronics stores; while convenient for shoppers, it can feel somewhat manufactured. For a more relaxed immediate option, the boardwalk along Great Bay offers decent beach bars and a view of the ships, though the water clarity here lags behind the rest of the island.

To experience the island's true charm, we recommend crossing the border to the French side. The atmosphere shifts perceptibly in Marigot, with its open-air markets and colonial architecture, though it has been slower to recover from past hurricanes than the Dutch side. For the sophisticated traveler, the village of Grand Case is the highlight. Known as the culinary capital of the Caribbean, it features exceptional French-Creole cuisine in open-air "lolos" (local barbecue stands) and high-end bistros alike.

Regarding beaches, you have distinct choices. Maho Beach offers the famous, adrenaline-fueled spectacle of jumbo jets landing just overhead—it is noisy, crowded, and absolutely unique. For a classic European beach day, head to Orient Bay on the French side for white sand and upscale beach clubs.

A critical note on logistics: Traffic on St. Maarten can be notoriously heavy, particularly in the late afternoon. If venturing to the French side, allow ample buffer time for the return trip to Philipsburg.

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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!

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Port Charges, Taxes & Fees of 251.53 are not included in the per person fares displayed above.

A deposit of 250.00 per person is due to reserve your stateroom.

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 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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  2. Review the available protection plans
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Why Protect your Trip?

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

You also can contact our travel protection partner Allianz Global Assistance’s 24/7, award-winning customer service for on-the-go assistance with issues like a medical emergency, replacing your lost passport, or making reservations around the world. To be eligible for a time-sensitive waiver of pre-existing medical condition exclusions, purchase your travel insurance plan within 14 days of initial trip deposit (other purchase requirements and conditions apply). Specific plan benefits may vary. Please review your plan details for more information.

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:

  • Missed connecting flights
  • Lost/stolen travel documents
  • Pre-trip information
  • Prescription replacements
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Our Promise to You

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.

Need Help Along the Way?

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.

Contact Allianz Global Assistance

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.

File a Claim

If you need help filing a claim or understanding the claims process, visit the Allianz Global Assistance Claims Center.

Update Your Plan

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.

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About Allianz Global Assistance

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.

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Program last modified: November 4, 2025