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Urology, Male Sexual Health, Pelvic Pain, and Generative AI in Healthcare; Current Topics in Cardiology

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Round-trip Galveston, Texas
October 19 - 26, 2025

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Royal Caribbean's <em>Harmony of the Seas</em> — Royal Caribbean's *Harmony of the Seas*

COURSE CREDITS & HOURS

16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
16 ACPE Credits
16.0 Contact Hours

COURSE FEES

$995.00 for Physicians, Psychiatrists, Pharmacists, & Attorneys

$795.00 for Physician Assistants & Nurse Practitioners

$595.00 for Nurses, Students & Others

TARGET AUDIENCE

Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists

PROGRAM PURPOSE

Urologic Cancers (Includes screening and hematuria evaluation)
- Identify different type of urologic cancers
- Identify current screening tools available to identify urologic cancers
Urinary Calculi
Urinary Tract Infections
- Identify the pathophysiology of UTI
- Outline the presentation of a patient with a UTI
- Summarize the management options available for UTIs
Male Sexual Health (erectile dysfunction, priapism, hypogonadism, ejaculatory dysfunction, etc.)
- Formulate a list of the common sexual health issues in males
- Assess the correlation between male sexual health and overall male health
Lower Urinary Tract: incontinence and obstruction (includes BPH) and Pelvic Pain Syndromes
- Review the appropriate evaluation of obstructive uropathy
- List the management options available for obstructive uropathy
- Define the different types of urinary incontinence
- Discuss the management options for urinary incontinence
- Identify the etiology of chronic pelvic pain
- Review the appropriate evaluation of chronic pelvic pain
- Outline the treatment and management options available for chronic pelvic pain
Upper Urinary Tract: hydronephrosis, obstruction, masses and cysts
- Outline the broader etiology of hydronephrosis, obstruction, masses, and cysts
- Summarize the epidemiology and pathophysiology of hydronephrosis, obstruction, masses, and cysts
- Review the evaluation and management options for hydronephrosis, obstruction, masses, and cysts
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
- Describe the basics of generative artificial intelligence, including opportunities and limitations
- Formulate practical applications of generative artificial intelligence in a clinic setting
- Consider grander applications of generative artificial intelligence in healthcare such as diagnostic interpretation, data augmentation, drug discovery, disease simulation and personalized medicine
Benefits of exercise and how to prescribe it
- Make exercise capacity an important vital sign and provide brief, effective advise on improving physical activity and cardiovascular fitness
Sports cardiology - why it isn't just cardiology
- To effectively triage athletes who require further, specialized evaluation
Work-up for CAD with emphasis on stress testing
- To order the right test for the right patient and to act appropriately on the results
Secondary prevention of coronary artery disease for the primary care physician
- To apply guideline-directed optimal medical therapy for coronary artery disease and to appropriately refer patients for revascularization
Update on hypertension
- To utilize guideline-directed medical therapy for hypertension

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

Thomas G. Allison, PhD, MPH

Consultant, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine and Surgery, Mayo Clinic
Professor of Medicine, Mayo School of Medicine and Science
Director of Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing Laboratory
Director of Sports Cardiology
Fellow
American College of Sports Medicine
American College of Cardiology
National Lipid Association

Dr. Thomas G. Allison is a consultant in the Department of Cardiovascular Diseases and Cardiovascular Surgery and Professor of Medicine in the Mayo School of Medical and Science. His clinical responsibilities include stress testing, primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease, cardiac rehabilitation, and sports cardiology. He is Director of the Cardiopulmonary Exercise Laboratories and Director of the Sports Cardiology Clinic, and Course Co-Director of the external CME course Focus on Prevention. The Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing Laboratory at Mayo Clinic performs the highest volume and complexity of cardiopulmonary tests in the world.

He has been practicing in the fields of stress testing, cardiac rehabilitation, preventive cardiology, and sports and exercise cardiology for 41 years, including 31 years at the Mayo Clinic. He is a fellow in the American College of Cardiology, American College of Sports Medicine, and National Lipid Association.

Dr. Allison’s research interests parallel his clinical interests. He is currently principal or co-investigator on a number of studies in the field of exercise testing. He hosts students from all over the world who come to learn exercise testing and cardiovascular exercise physiology.

A native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, Dr. Allison did his undergraduate work at Princeton University and completed a PhD in exercise physiology and an MPH in cardiovascular epidemiology at the University of Pittsburgh. An active participant in regional, national, and international cardiovascular conferences, he has given over 250 invited presentations in more than 25 countries around the world -- on all 6 inhabited continents.

Dr. Allison was for many years a successful long-distance runner with 26 marathons to his credit. He qualified for the US Olympic Trial in the marathon in 1980.

What Participants Are Saying:

These presenters were amazing. They were inclusive of all providers - I am a Nurse Practitioner and have taken other CME courses that were very physician-focused, but Dr. Wolf and Dr. Allison understand the medical system as a whole and the role that NPs play. They made everyone feel that we're on the same team trying to do best by our patients.

J. Stuart Wolf, Jr., MD, FACS

Executive Associate Chair, Associate Chair for Clinical Integration and Operations; Chief, Division of Surgical Specialties Department of Surgery and Perioperative Care, Dell Medical School of the University of Texas at Austin

After receiving his M.D. from Northwestern University, Dr. Wolf completed Urology residency at UCSF and then an Endourology / Laparoscopy Fellowship with Ralph Clayman. He joined the University of Michigan in 1996, and over the ensuing 20 years he served as the Director of the Division of Endourology, the Director of the Endourology / Laparoscopy Fellowship, and the Associate Urology Department Chair for Surgical Services. In 2016 he joined the Department of Surgery and Perioperative Care at Dell Medical School of the University of Texas at Austin, where he serves as the Associate Chair for Clinical Integration and Operations, Executive Associate Chair, and Chief of the Division of Surgical Specialties.

Dr. Wolf has served on the Boards of Directors of the Michigan Urologic Society, the Endourological Society, the Society of Academic Urologists and the Texas Urological Society. He chaired the American Urological Association (AUA) Practice Guidelines Committee and was the inaugural chair of the AUA Science & Quality Council. At the University of Michigan, Dr. Wolf received the Silver Cystoscope Award for Urology Residency Teaching Excellence three times (1999, 2002 and 2005). He was appointed the inaugural David A. Bloom Professor of Urology in 2006. The Department of Urology awarded him the Faculty Service Award in 2011 and the Outstanding Achievement Award in 2012. He was inducted into the League of Educational Excellence of the University of Michigan Medical School in 2015, and that year he also received the inaugural Program Director's Award from the Endourological Society and was the Malcolm Coptcoat Lecturer for The British Association of Urologic Surgeons. In 2010, Dr. Wolf was elected to the American Association of Genitourinary Surgeons. In 2018, he started a 6-year term as a Trustee of the American Board of Urology; in 2022 he assumed the role of President-Elect and will become President in 2023. Dr. Wolf received a Distinguished Service Award from the AUA in 2019.

An author of over 325 peer-reviewed articles and videos, and over 175 invited publications, Dr. Wolf has served on the editorial boards of 12 journals. His scholarly work has been recognized by awards and/or research grants from the American Foundation for Urologic Disease, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Endourological Society, the American Society of Transplant Surgeons, and the AUA and 2 of its Sections.

What Participants Are Saying:

These presenters were amazing. They were inclusive of all providers - I am a Nurse Practitioner and have taken other CME courses that were very physician-focused, but Dr. Wolf and Dr. Allison understand the medical system as a whole and the role that NPs play. They made everyone feel that we're on the same team trying to do best by our patients.

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. Nurse Practitioners: Can claim either ANCC Contact Hours or AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ^TM as needed. Pharmacology credits are identified on individual activities.
	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.

ITINERARY

DATE	PORT OF CALL	ARRIVE	DEPART
Sun Oct 19	Galveston, Texas	-	4:00 pm
Mon Oct 20	At Sea - Cruising Lectures 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM*	-	-
Tue Oct 21	Cozumel, Mexico	8:00 am	6:00 pm
Wed Oct 22	Roatan, Honduras	8:00 am	5:00 pm
Thu Oct 23	Costa Maya, Mexico	8:00 am	5:00 pm
Fri Oct 24	At Sea - Cruising Lectures 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM*	-	-
Sat Oct 25	At Sea - Cruising Lectures 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM*	-	-
Sun Oct 26	Galveston, Texas	7:00 am	-
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.

PORTS OF CALL

Galveston, Texas

While frequently utilized merely as a logistical waypoint for Caribbean departures, Galveston warrants a closer look as a destination of distinct character and resilience. To treat this island city solely as a parking lot for cruise ships is to overlook one of the most significant collections of Victorian architecture in the United States and a cultural history that rivals New Orleans or Charleston. For the discerning traveler, a pre- or post-cruise stay here offers a sophisticated glimpse into the Gilded Age ambition that once dubbed this city the “Wall Street of the South,” before the 1900 hurricane altered its trajectory forever.

**The Historic Strand and Architecture**
The heart of the visitor experience lies in the Historic Strand District. Unlike the manufactured port villages found in some Caribbean stops, the Strand is authentic—a grid of magnificent 19th-century iron-front buildings that survived natural disasters to house today's art galleries, antique purveyors, and boutiques. It is eminently walkable and serves as the city’s social hub. Just blocks away lies the East End Historic District, a neighborhood that rewards a slow walking tour or a bicycle ride. Here, the streets are lined with towering oleanders and an impressive density of Victorian homes.

Two architectural heavyweights demand attention here. The 1892 Bishop’s Palace (Gresham House) is widely considered one of the most significant Victorian residences in the country, a castle-like structure of stone and stained glass that reflects the immense wealth of early Galveston. Nearby, the Moody Mansion offers a similarly opulent, yet more personal, window into the lives of the powerful family that shaped much of modern Texas finance and philanthropy.

**Museums and Culture**
Beyond architecture, Galveston offers high-quality museums that appeal to educated professionals. The Bryan Museum, housed in a beautifully restored Renaissance Revival orphanage, contains one of the world's largest collections of historical artifacts, documents, and artwork relating to the American West. It is a sophisticated, curated experience far removed from typical tourist fare.

Maritime history is also central to the island's identity. The Texas Seaport Museum is home to the 1877 tall ship ELISSA, a floating National Historic Landmark that is not a replica, but a survivor of the age of sail. For those with an interest in engineering or energy, the Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum provides a fascinating, technical look at the oil industry aboard a retired jack-up rig—a rare opportunity to walk the pipe deck and understand the complexity of offshore operations.

**The Seawall and Beaches: An Honest Assessment**
Galveston’s relationship with the Gulf is defined by its famous Seawall, a 10-mile engineering marvel built to protect the city. It serves as a bustling promenade for walking, cycling, and people-watching. However, travelers should manage their expectations regarding the beaches. Due to the island's proximity to the outflow of the Mississippi and Trinity Rivers, the water is nutrient-rich and typically opaque or brown, rather than the translucent turquoise found in the Caribbean. The beaches are wide and enjoyable for sunbathing, shell seeking, or a long walk, but they are not premier snorkeling destinations. Appreciating Galveston requires accepting it as a rugged, authentic coast rather than a tropical resort.

**Culinary Highlights**
The dining scene is robust, anchored by access to fresh Gulf seafood. Gaido’s has been a local institution since 1911, famous for its crab dishes and pecan pie. For a more upscale atmosphere suitable for a special evening, Rudy & Paco offers Central American-influenced steaks and seafood with a dress code that keeps the atmosphere refined. For a casual, authentic lunch, seek out Katie’s Seafood House, which operates directly alongside the fish market where the local fleet unloads.

**Logistics and Stress-Free Travel**
The logistical argument for a pre-cruise stay is compelling. Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is a significant distance away—often 90 minutes or more with traffic—while William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is closer but still requires a 45-minute transfer. Attempting to fly in on embarkation day invites unnecessary stress. Arriving a day early mitigates travel risks and unlocks a destination that stands on its own merits.

**A Sample 24-Hour Pre-Cruise Itinerary**

* **Morning:** Start with coffee and pastries on the Strand. Walk the district while the morning air is still relatively cool, browsing the antique shops. Proceed to the East End for a self-guided tour of the Victorian homes, culminating in a visit to Bishop’s Palace.
* **Lunch:** Enjoy fresh Gulf shrimp or red snapper at a local favorite like Fisherman’s Wharf, offering views of the harbor and the ELISSA.
* **Afternoon:** Choose your cultural adventure. For history buffs, The Bryan Museum provides a deep dive into the American West. For those interested in maritime mechanics, tour the Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig.
* **Late Afternoon:** Take a relaxed stroll along the Seawall to watch the pelicans and breathe the salt air, acknowledging the scale of the engineering that protects the city.
* **Dinner:** Conclude with a reservation at Rudy & Paco (jackets recommended for men) or Vargas Cut & Catch for a polished, high-end dining experience before your voyage begins the next day.

At Sea - Cruising

Cozumel, Mexico

Cozumel requires a strategic approach to bypass the commercial density of the immediate port area and access the island’s genuine natural splendor. As the gateway to the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef—the second-largest reef system in the world—the island’s primary allure lies beneath the surface. For divers and snorkelers, the drift dives at Palancar and Colombia reefs offer exceptional visibility and vibrant marine life. For a land-based alternative that avoids the masses, we recommend renting a jeep to explore the 'Wild Side' (the uninhabited east coast). This rugged shoreline offers a serene escape dotted with small, open-air reggae bars and crashing waves, providing a stark, beautiful contrast to the busy west coast.

A critical note regarding Mayan history: While the famous mainland sites of Tulum and Coba are spectacular, visiting them requires a 45-minute ferry to Playa del Carmen followed by a bus ride. This logistical commitment consumes your entire day and introduces transit stress. Unless these specific sites are non-negotiable, we advise remaining on the island. You can visit the smaller, on-island ruins of San Gervasio to satisfy historical curiosity without the risk of missing the ship.

If your goal is relaxation, Cozumel’s beach clubs are highly developed, ranging from high-energy all-inclusives to sophisticated, quiet retreats where the focus is on service and tranquility. When dining in the main town of San Miguel, avoid the waterfront tourist strip. Instead, walk three to four blocks inland to find authentic family-run cantinas serving excellent cochinita pibil and fresh ceviche at a fraction of the tourist prices. Cozumel is a polished tourism machine, but by focusing on the reef, the east coast, or a high-end beach club, you can curate a sophisticated and restorative experience.

Roatan, Honduras

Roatan distinguishes itself from generic Caribbean stops through one specific geological advantage: the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef hugs the shoreline here. This is not a destination where you need a long boat ride to see marine life; world-class snorkeling often requires nothing more than wading in from the beach. For divers and snorkelers, this is arguably the premier stop in the Western Caribbean, offering high-visibility access to vibrant coral gardens.

Beyond the reef, the island offers two distinct experiences. West Bay is the quintessential Caribbean postcard—powder-white sands and calm turquoise waters—though visitors should be prepared for significant crowds at the resorts. For a more authentic atmosphere, the neighboring West End village offers a bohemian mix of dive shops, open-air bars, and artisan stalls. This is the place to try a fresh *baleada*, the thick flour tortilla staple of Honduran cuisine.

While the interior is lush, the most popular land-based excursion involves the island’s wildlife sanctuaries. Interactions with capuchin monkeys and sloths have become a signature Roatan experience, offering genuine engagement for animal lovers.

A note on logistics: Your ship will dock at either the town of Coxen Hole or the purpose-built Mahogany Bay. We strongly advise arranging transport away from these immediate port areas to experience the island’s true merit. Roatan is not a hub for colonial history or high culture; it is a natural playground. If you prioritize marine exploration or relaxed beach time over shopping and sightseeing, this port will exceed expectations.

Costa Maya, Mexico

Costa Maya functions primarily as a modern logistics hub rather than a historic destination. The port facility itself is a clean, self-contained tourism village featuring pools and duty-free shopping—convenient, but essentially a manufactured environment. To engage with the authentic Yucatán, we strongly advise venturing beyond the port gates.

A short taxi or shuttle ride leads to Mahahual, a neighboring fishing village that offers a genuine slice of coastal Mexican life. Here, a pedestrian malecón runs parallel to the water, lined with unpretentious beach clubs and local eateries serving fresh seafood. It provides a relaxed, low-stress beach day far superior to the crowded pool decks back at the ship.

Culturally, Costa Maya is the strategic access point for the Chacchoben Mayan ruins. Unlike the arduous travel required for Chichén Itzá, Chacchoben is accessible via a moderate drive, offering a fascinating, less-crowded introduction to ancient architecture set within a jungle teeming with wildlife. Alternatively, nature enthusiasts should consider the journey to Lake Bacalar. Known as the "Lagoon of Seven Colors," this freshwater marvel offers stunning turquoise waters and a tranquil atmosphere distinct from the ocean coast. Whether you choose the history of the ruins, the local flavor of Mahahual, or the natural beauty of Bacalar, the true value of this stop is found outside the immediate port complex.

Royal Caribbean's Harmony of the Seas

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Enjoy beautiful views of exotic ports, landscapes, seas and skies from your private balcony.
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa and a full bathroom.
Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 50 sq. ft.

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Balcony Oceanview with Balcony (8D)
Enjoy beautiful views of exotic ports, landscapes, seas and skies from your private balcony.
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa and a full bathroom .

Stateroom: 182 sq. ft. Balcony: 50 sq. ft.

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Outside

Oceanview Stateroom (4N)
Ocean View staterooms offer a gorgeous view, two twin beds that convert to Royal King and a private bathroom and sitting area.

Stateroom: 179 sq. ft.
Please note that most 4N Staterooms are on the front of the ship and have the angled window pictured, but some are on the side of the ship and have a standard porthole window.

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Outside Ultra Spacious Oceanview (1K)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Sofa converts to double, 1 Pullman bed, private bathroom and sitting area.

Stateroom: 271 sq. ft.
Please note that this stateroom category when located on the bow, has an obstructed view.

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Outside Oceanview Stateroom (1N)
Our Ocean View staterooms offer a gorgeous view, two twin beds that convert to Royal King and a private bathroom and sitting area.

Stateroom: 179 sq. ft.

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Outside Oceanview Stateroom (2N)
Our Ocean View staterooms offer a gorgeous view, two twin beds that convert to Royal King and a private bathroom and sitting area.

Stateroom: 179 sq. ft

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Outside Studio Oceanview (2O)
Full size bed and full bathroom. Single occupancy stateroom.

Stateroom: 96 sq. ft.

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Outside Oceanview Stateroom (6N)
Our Ocean View staterooms offer a gorgeous view, two twin beds that convert to Royal King and a private bathroom and sitting area.

Stateroom: 179 sq. ft.
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Inside

Interior Stateroom (4V)
This stateroom offers two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area.

Stateroom: 149 sq. ft.

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Inside Spacious Interior (1R)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King. Sofa converts to double, one Pullman bed, private bathroom and sitting area.

Stateroom: 260 sq. ft.

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Inside Central Park View Interior (1S)
Fabulous restaurants, shops and the tranquil gardens of the Central Park are just outside your door.
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area, and a private bathroom.

Stateroom: 191 sq. ft.

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Inside Promenade View Interior (1T)
Promenade Staterooms have bowed windows overlooking the Royal Promenade.
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area.

Stateroom: 194 sq. ft.

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Inside Interior Stateroom (1V)
This stateroom offers two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area with sofa bed.

Stateroom: 149 sq. ft.

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Inside Interior Stateroom (2V)
This spacious stateroom offers two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area with sofa bed.

Stateroom: 149 sq. ft.

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Inside Studio Interior (2W)
Full size bed and full bathroom. Single occupancy stateroom.

Stateroom: 96 sq. ft.

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Inside Interior Stateroom (3V)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area with sofa bed.

Stateroom: 149 sq. ft.

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Inside Interior with Virtual Balcony (4U)
A high-definition screen providing real-time views of the ocean and destinations. Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area with sofa.

Stateroom: 160 sq. ft.

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Inside Interior Stateroom (6V)
This stateroom offers two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private bathroom and sitting area.

Stateroom: 149 sq. ft.

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Because this program is sailing soon, full payment of the fare is due at time of booking.

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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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

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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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Grand Galvez

2024 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550

A staircase inside the Grand Galvez hotel in Galveston, Texas. An old portrait of a regally dressed man hangs above the top of the stairs.

An opulent hallway in the Grand Galvez hotel. It's entirely monochrome except for two large green potted plants.

A guest room at the Grand Galvez hotel. It's decorated in tropical theme, and an artistic depiction of a woman in a blue dress hangs on the wall.

A guest bathroom in the Grand Galvez hotel. The walls are painted a sort of dusty blue.

A bar area inside the Grand Galvez hotel. The room is extremely red, with two red hanging chandeliers.

A restaurant inside the Grand Galvez hotel. The walls are painted in a pastel green-ish blue color.

The Queen of the Gulf

Established in 1911, Grand Galvez has pleased guests worldwide for more than 110 years. This AAA 4-diamond property is the only historic beachfront hotel on the Texas Gulf Coast and is renowned as one of the finest hotels in the Lone Star State.

https://grandgalvez.com/

Hyatt Regency Houston

1200 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 77002

The inside of the Hyatt Regency Houston hotel. Two escalators, a bar, and a restaurant are all visible.

The rooftop pool at the Hyatt Regency Houston hotel. A sunset is visible behind some clouds and the Houston cityscape.

A guest room at the Hyatt Regency Houston hotel. There's a slate blue accent wall behind the bed's headboard.

A meal served at the Hyatt Regency Houston hotel. Two glasses of white wine and several delicious-looking dishes are pictured with a view of downtown Houston in the background.

A restaurant inside the Hyatt Regency Houston hotel. Empty glasses and sets of silverware have been set out at every table.

The fitness area inside the Hyatt Regency Houston hotel. The presence of many mirrors makes the room appear larger than it really is.

Luxury Rooms and Downtown Views

Centrally located in downtown Houston’s business hub, this modern hotel puts you near the George R. Brown Convention Center and many Texas attractions like Toyota Center, Hobby Center and Minute Maid Park. After a busy day of events or sightseeing, relax in a spacious guest room or suite, swim in a heated outdoor pool overlooking the city, relish the delicious menu at Shula’s Steakhouse, or grab a craft beer at the hotel bar located in the light-filled atrium lobby.

https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/hourh-hyatt-regency-houston

Le Méridien Houston Downtown

1121 Walker St, Houston, TX 77002

An area for eating and drinking inside the Le Méridien Houston Downtown hotel in Houston, Texas.

A guest room at the Le Méridien Houston Downtown. There's a lovely view of the city through the window.

The fitness center inside the Le Méridien Houston Downtown Hotel.

Southern Charm with a Mid-Century Modern Flair

Explore the seamless combination of Mid-Century Modern luxury and Southern hospitality that is Le Méridien Houston Downtown. This hotel’s prime location in downtown Houston near Minute Maid Park and Toyota Center will satisfy the needs of sports fans and concert goers alike. After a long day exploring downtown Houston, settle into your tastefully appointed room or suite designed for maximum comfort.

https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/houdm-le-meridien-houston-downtown/overview/

Before and After your cruise

Things To Do in Galveston

The resort city of Galveston, Texas offers more than just beaches. A vibrant food scene and an extremely rich history make Galveston appealing to a wide variety of travelers. Here are some things to do while you’re there:

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Program last modified: November 4, 2025