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Medical Ethics in the COVID-19 Era ~AND~ Business Aspects of Medicine to Improve Workplace Environment and Enhance Patient Care

12-Night Iceland & Ireland Cruise
Round-trip Amsterdam, The Netherlands
June 07 - 19, 2022

This conference has already sailed, but that doesn't mean you have to miss the boat! Click here to see our complete schedule of upcoming programs.

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COURSE CREDITS & HOURS

20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
20 ACPE Credits
20.0 Contact Hours
20 ADA CERP Credits

COURSE FEES

ATTENDEES
REGISTRATION FEE
(Cruise Pricing is Additional & Listed Separately)
Physicians, Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Dentists, Pharmacists, Healthcare Executives, and Faculty
Seeking up to 20 CE Credits/ CE Contact Hours
$1095.00
Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, CRNAs, Chiropractors, Physical/Rehab/Occupational/etc. Therapists, and other Non-Physician healthcare providers
Seeking up to 20 CE Credits/ CE Contact Hours
$895.00
Nurses, Nursing Home/Home Healthcare Practitioner, Residents*, Current Students*, and former students* of Dr. Chandra or Dr. Stroube (*proof/verification/attestation required)
Seeking up to 20 CE Credits/ CE Contact Hours
$695.00
Non-CE Earning: Faculty/ Corporate Members to participate in the Academic Conference and can also attend CE sessions, but
Will NOT Receive CE Credit.
$295.00
Non-CE Earning: Students/ Guests to participate in the Academic Conference and can also attend CE sessions, but
Will NOT Receive CE Credit.
$195.00

CALL FOR PAPERS

CALL FOR PAPERS (for Academic Session Presentation only): To submit papers, and for questions regarding the conference, please contact Conference Program Chair Professor Ashish Chandra (Chandra@UHCL.edu)

NOTE: The conference will have Continuing Education sessions as well as Academic Paper Presentation sessions. Select papers from the conference presentations may be invited for review and considered in the journals that the conference has relationships with: Hospital Topics (the oldest journal in Health Care Administration field) and International Journal of Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Marketing (IJPHM).

All conference attendees are encouraged to submit papers/ abstracts for presentation in the Academic Conference Presentation part of the conference.

All conference registrants are invited to attend and participate in both the Academic and Continuing Education portions of the conference.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Dentists, Dental Staff, Psychologists, Social Workers

PROGRAM PURPOSE

Continuing Education Program: “Medical Ethics in the COVID-19 era, AND, the Business Aspects of Medicine to Improve Workplace Environment and Enhance Patient Care (20 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM)” AND, 9th International Conference on Medical Ethics, Healthcare Systems, & Global Business Issues at Sea Program Itinerary Assignments will be sent around May 15, 2022
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Date Port Arrive Depart
June 7 Amsterdam, Netherlands-   5:00 PM
June 8 Cruising - CE Session 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (4 hours in person), Take Home Assignment Completion Time (4 hours allocated for self-paced exercise    
June 9 Cruising - CE Session 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM (4 hours in person) Take Home Assignment Completion Time (4 hours allocated for self-paced exercise; CE Meeting 2:30pm – 4:30pm (2 hours in person)    
June 10 Akureyri, Iceland 10:00 AM Overnight
June 11 Akureyri, Iceland
Academic Sessions 3:00pm – 5:00pm
  2:00pm
June 12 Reykjavik, Iceland 10:00 AM Overnight
June 13 Reykjavik, Iceland
Academic Sessions 3:00pm – 5:00pm
  2:00pm
June 14 Cruising - Academic Session 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1-4 PM    
June 15 Belfast, Northern Ireland 10:00am 7:30pm
June 16 Dublin, Ireland 3:30am 10:150pm
June 17 Cork, Ireland 10:00am 4:00pm
June 18 Cruising    
June 19 Amsterdam, Netherlands 6:00 AM  
  Course Outline:

Pre-Conference study materials, including, cases and assignments, will be sent to all pre-registered CE attendees prior to the start of the event and at least by May 15, 2022. Cases/Assignments (Assignment 1) provided prior to face-to-face lectures will be discussed in class on June 8, 2022 (Day 1 of CE session)

Day 1
  1. Introductions and course expectations
    • Discussions about Pre-conference cases and assignments (Assignment 1) sent to Pre-registered attendees
  2. Ethical Principals and Moral Philosophies
  3. COVID-19 and Medical Ethics
    • A critical look from an ethics perspective of how different stakeholders addressed issues pertaining to COVID-19, such as:
      • Patient care;
      • Testing;
      • Vaccine distribution; etc.
    • Roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders
    • Lessons learned from different countries
    • Information, misinformation, and disinformation
    • Case studies, analysis, and discussion
    • ASSIGNMENT 2 – given at the end of lectures to be completed by participants and be ready to present on June 9. If needed, the key presenter of the course will be available to assist and provide guidance to the participants regarding the assignments.
  4.   Day 2
  5. Presentation of Assignment 2 by participants with open discussions
  6. Workplace Environment and its Impact on Patient Care
    • EMPLOYEE CONFLICT MANAGEMENT & ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH PATIENT CARE
    • Impact of inter-personnel conflict on patient care
    • Correlation between conflict situations and organizational complexity
    • Factors that trigger conflict
    • Conflict between different types of personnel:
      • Physician-physician
      • Physician-nurse
      • Nurse-nurse
      • Department-department
    • Professional disparagement and its impact on patients and care delivery
    • CASE STUDY, ROLE PLAYING exercise, and DISCUSSION
    • PROFESSIONAL/UNPROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOR - Expectation of Professionalism from:
      • Healthcare personnel perspective
      • Patient Perspective
      • Family/Guardian/Caregiver Perspective
      • CASE STUDY and DISCUSSION
    • MANAGING COMMUNICATION
      • Ethical dimensions of appropriate communication by medical office staff
      • Value, Issues, and Challenges
      • Types of communication
      • Non-verbal communication
      • Impact on patient/caregiver and their subsequent relationships with health professions
      • Cautions & Precautions
      • CASE STUDY, Role playing excursion, and DISCUSSION
    • MANAGING TECHNOLOGICAL IMPACT ON PATIENT CARE
      • Ethical Challenges due to Increasing interference of technology in patient care and patient data maintenance
      • Cell phones – unauthorized photography and texting
      • Personal computers/tablet PCs – researching and postings
      • CASE STUDY and DISCUSSION related to unethical behaviors pertaining to utilizing cell phones and computers by health professionals
      • The 5-W&H of patient data access
      • Situations of unauthorized patient data access
      • CASE STUDY and DISCUSSION
    • ASSIGNMENT 3 – given at the end of lectures to be completed by participants and be ready to present on June 11. If needed, the key presenter of the course will be available to assist and provide guidance to the participants regarding the assignments.
  7.   Day 3
  8. Business Research Techniques and Aspects to Improve Patient Care
  9. Presentation of Assignment 3 by participants – with open discussions
  10. Social Sciences, Marketing Research Techniques, and Business Strategies to Improving Patient Care
    • The basics of a patient satisfaction survey
    • The 5W&H of understanding the patient and associated environmental issues
    • The role of patient (and caregiver) satisfaction surveys
    • Situations requiring quick survey research – valuing internal versus external surveyors
    • Survey research design, organizing, overseeing, reporting, and understanding
    • Types of data collection techniques
    • Inclusion and exclusion criteria
    • Writing good survey questions – a critical look at a variety of different questions
    • Understanding the report and determining strategies for patient care improvement
    • Ethical issues pertaining to patient/caregiver satisfaction surveys
  11. ASSIGNMENT 4, given at the end of lectures to be completed by participants and be ready to present on June 13. If needed, the key presenter of the course will be available to assist and provide guidance to the participants regarding the assignments.
  12. Day 4
  13. Presentation of Assignment 4 by participants – with open discussions
  14. Ethical Issues Pertaining to Patient Confidentiality & Consent
    • ETHICAL ISSUES - 1: Patient confidentiality and consent
      • Potential compromising situations where patient confidentially can unintentionally be breached:
        • In healthcare institutions/setting
        • By health and non-health personnel
        • In other social settings
      • EXAMPLES and INTERACTIVE CASES
      • Differentiation between types of consent AND assessing consent issues for and about different clients – minors, adults, and elderly
      • CASE STUDIES and ROLE PLAYING exercise
      • ETHICAL ISSUES - 2: Gatekeepers for ethical integrity
          Conflict of interest
        • Whistle-blower
        • Impaired healthcare provider
        • Discrimination
          • Workplace
          • Patient
        • CASE STUDY and DISCUSSION
      • Final Assignment: Course Evaluation

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

Ashish Chandra, MBA, PhD

Ashish Chandra, MBA, PhD
Professor Ashish Chandra is a Professor of Healthcare Administration, College of Business at the University of Houston-Clear Lake (UHCL), Houston, Texas, USA where he also served as the Department Chair for over four years at UHCL. All together Dr. Chandra has over 20 years of university level teaching experience in the U.S. He is a well-recognized healthcare administration academician internationally and serves on the academic advisory board of several educational institutions in Turkey and India. He has also provided over a dozen Management Development Program, Faculty Development Programs, and professional consulting services to several healthcare and business organizations in the United States, India, Turkey, and aboard cruise ships. He actively served on the board of directors of several professional and community organizations in the United States. Over the past four years he has served as the Course Director and Speaker of five Continuing Education Programs for health professionals.

Dr. Chandra is a prolific researcher and has 75 publications in refereed journals, two edited books, ten book chapters, and over 250 publications in conference proceedings. He is an Executive Editor of the journal Hospital Topics (the oldest journal in healthcare administration field - almost 95 years in existence). He has served as the President of FOUR major international academic organizations - the Business and Health Administration Association; the Association of Collegiate Marketing Educators; the MBAA International; and the Federation of Business Disciplines. He has also served as the Program Chair of over a dozen major international conferences, held in U.S., India, Turkey, and U.K. as well as aboard cruise ships in the Caribbean, Alaska, Baltics, and Mediterranean.

Professor Chandra has received numerous awards and recognition related to teaching, research, and service throughout his career, including the 2017 Excellence in Teaching Award by the National Society for Leadership Success; 2015 Outstanding Professor Award given by the University of Houston - Clear Lake Alumni Association; 2012 American College of Healthcare Executives Service Award; 2011 Outstanding Educator Award from the Association of Collegiate Marketing Educators; to name a few. He also has the distinct honor of being the Commencement Speaker at the December 2018 graduation ceremony of the University of Houston – Clear Lake.  The URL link to Dr. Chandra’s commencement speech is below. Please cue to minute 32 of the video link in case you just want to see Dr. Chandra’s speech.
URL to speech https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpwOooexSYA&t=2984s

William B. Stroube, PhD

William B. Stroube, PhD

Professor of Health Services Administration
Director, Health Services Administration Program
University of Evansville

Bill Stroube is Professor of Health Services Administration at the University of Evansville. Before joining the UE faculty in 1998, he spent twelve years in management positions in the pharmaceutical industry, and eight years at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in Washington, D.C.

Dr. Stroube maintains an active research program and has authored and co-authored over 60 publications in peer reviewed journals and conference proceedings. His research and teaching interests include international health care issues, medical ethics, and health care marketing and strategy. He is past president of the Division of Biology and Medicine of the American Nuclear Society, and past president of the international Business and Health Administration Association.

He has extensive international experience leading student groups through several health care systems. He has taught over twenty-five summer classes in various formats in England, Hungary, Slovakia, and China. Dr. Stroube has served as Adjunct Professor at IMS Union University in Dehradun, India, and is a Visiting Fellow at the University of Nottingham, UK.

He holds a B.S. in Chemistry from Murray State University, an MBA in finance from the University of Maryland, and a PhD in analytical and nuclear chemistry from the University of Kentucky.

Accreditation

 Joint 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.

 

Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education

Credit Designation for Physicians: Continuing Education, Inc. designates this live activity for 20 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.

 

ANCC

Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuiung Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 20 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 CreditsTM as needed.  Pharmacology credits are identified on individual activities.

ROYAL COLLEGE MOC

 

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

 

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.

Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education


Credit Designation for Pharmacists: This knowledge-based activity is approved for 20 hours of pharmacy continuing education credit.

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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 20 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
Tue Jun 07 Amsterdam, The Netherlands - 5:00 pm
Wed Jun 08 At Sea - Cruising
*CE Session 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
(plus 2 Hours of pre-conference activity)
**Academic Conference: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
*
- -
Thu Jun 09 At Sea - Cruising
*CE Session 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
**Academic Conference: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
*
- -
Fri Jun 10 Akureyri, Iceland 10:00 am -
Sat Jun 11 Akureyri, Iceland
*CE Session 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM*
- 2:00 pm
Sun Jun 12 Reykjavik, Iceland 10:00 am -
Mon Jun 13 Reykjavik, Iceland
*CE Session 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM*
- 2:00 pm
Tue Jun 14 At Sea - Cruising
**Academic Conference 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM*
- -
Wed Jun 15 Belfast, Northern Ireland 10:00 am 7:30 pm
Thu Jun 16 Dublin, Ireland 3:30 am 10:15 pm
Fri Jun 17 Cobh (Cork), Ireland 10:00 am 4:00 pm
Sat Jun 18 At Sea - Cruising - -
Sun Jun 19 Amsterdam, The Netherlands 6:00 am -
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.
12 Night Iceland & Ireland Cruise - Celebrity Apex

PORTS OF CALL

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Amsterdam is far more than a place to begin your voyage; it is the perfect prologue to your European discovery. As an embarkation port, it offers a unique opportunity to unwind from your travels and immerse yourself in one of Europe’s most enchanting cities before you even step aboard. We strongly encourage you to arrive a day or two early, transforming a simple travel day into a rich, restorative experience that sets the tone for the journey ahead.

Upon arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), you’ll find the transition into the city seamless. A short and efficient train ride delivers you directly to Centraal Station, the city’s vibrant heart. From here, the city’s treasures are at your feet. Arriving early provides a crucial buffer against potential travel delays and allows you to acclimate to the new time zone, ensuring you board your ship feeling refreshed and ready to engage with your conference sessions.

**Your Pre-Cruise Amsterdam Itinerary**

**Day 1: Arrival & Canal-Side Immersion**

After checking into your hotel, resist the urge for a nap. Instead, embrace the city’s energy with a gentle introduction. The best way to orient yourself and appreciate Amsterdam’s unique topography is from the water. A canal cruise is an essential first activity; gliding beneath historic bridges and alongside the iconic 17th-century gabled houses of the Grachtengordel (Canal Ring), a UNESCO World-hertitage site, is both relaxing and utterly captivating. It’s the perfect, low-effort way to absorb the city’s atmosphere after a long flight.

Disembark and allow yourself to get lost in the Jordaan district. Once a working-class neighborhood, it is now a charming labyrinth of narrow streets, tranquil canals, independent art galleries, and unique boutiques. Duck into a traditional *bruin café* (brown café) for a local beer or coffee. These cozy, wood-paneled pubs are the living rooms of the city and offer a taste of authentic Amsterdam *gezelligheid*—a Dutch quality of convivial coziness.

For dinner, consider an Indonesian *rijsttafel* (“rice table”). This elaborate meal, a culinary legacy of the Dutch colonial era, features dozens of small, flavorful dishes and is a memorable cultural and dining experience. It’s a wonderful way to connect with a significant part of Dutch history.

**Day 2: A Masterclass in Art & History**

Dedicate your morning to the Museumplein (Museum Quarter), home to a trio of world-class institutions. To make the most of your time, book tickets online well in advance.

* **The Rijksmuseum:** This is the national museum of the Netherlands, and its grand halls tell the story of 800 years of Dutch art and history. Stand in awe before Rembrandt’s monumental “The Night Watch” and lose yourself in the serene, light-filled domestic scenes of Vermeer. It’s an experience that is both intellectually stimulating and deeply moving.
* **The Van Gogh Museum:** Home to the world’s largest collection of Vincent van Gogh’s work, this museum offers an intimate and powerful journey through the artist’s life and evolution. Witness his vibrant genius and emotional turmoil through masterpieces like “Sunflowers” and “The Potato Eaters.”
* **Anne Frank House:** A visit here is a poignant and essential experience. Step behind the bookcase into the secret annex where Anne and her family hid for two years. This is a powerful moment of reflection on history that resonates long after you leave. Tickets sell out months in advance, so booking this is the first thing you should do when planning your pre-cruise stay.

In the afternoon, explore on foot. For shopping, bypass the main commercial streets and head to De Negen Straatjes (“The Nine Streets”). This delightful micro-neighborhood is filled with vintage shops, designer boutiques, and specialty stores. Along the way, be sure to stop at a street stand for a warm, fresh *stroopwafel*—a caramel-filled waffle cookie that is a true taste of Holland.

As your pre-cruise stay concludes, you’ll find the transfer to the cruise terminal is simple and efficient. You will arrive at the port not with the fatigue of a long-haul flight, but with the enrichment of a cultural deep-dive, ready to begin the next phase of your adventure with a clear mind and an inspired spirit.

At Sea - Cruising

Akureyri, Iceland

Nestled at the head of Eyjafjörður, Iceland’s longest fjord, Akureyri is a surprisingly green and vibrant town that serves as the gateway to the spectacular natural wonders of the north. While often called Iceland's 'second city,' it's best understood not as a metropolis, but as a charming and highly walkable base for profound encounters with nature.

The town itself is a pleasure to explore on foot. A short walk from the pier leads to the town center, where you can ascend the steps to the iconic Akureyrarkirkja, a Lutheran church whose commanding presence offers fine views over the fjord. Nearby, the Akureyri Botanical Garden is a peaceful oasis and one of the northernmost botanical gardens in the world, showcasing a remarkable collection of arctic and temperate flora.

However, Akureyri’s primary value for most visitors lies in the world-class excursions it enables. The most popular is a trip to Goðafoss, the ‘Waterfall of the Gods,’ a powerful and historically significant cascade that is both beautiful and easily accessible. For those with a full day, the Lake Mývatn region is an unforgettable journey into a geothermal wonderland of bubbling mud pots, surreal lava formations at Dimmuborgir, and vast volcanic craters. The Mývatn Nature Baths offer a more tranquil, less crowded alternative to the Blue Lagoon.

For a marine adventure, whale watching tours depart directly from the harbor. The calm, nutrient-rich waters of Eyjafjörður are one of the world's most reliable places to see humpback whales, often just a short boat ride from port. Akureyri provides the perfect balance: a delightful town experience combined with direct access to some of Iceland’s most essential landscapes.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavik is a capital city that feels more like a creative, welcoming town, set against a backdrop of dramatic, raw nature. Its compact, walkable core makes it an excellent port to explore on foot, offering a fascinating blend of contemporary design, Viking history, and quirky charm.

The skyline is dominated by the magnificent Hallgrímskirkja church; ascending its tower provides a panoramic view of the city’s colorful rooftops and the surrounding bay. A short walk leads to the waterfront, where the stunning, glass-paneled Harpa Concert Hall glimmers beside the Old Harbour. This area is the departure point for whale-watching excursions and is lined with outstanding seafood restaurants. For a dose of history, the National Museum of Iceland offers a comprehensive look at the nation's past, from settlement to the present day.

With a single day, a choice must be made. You can either immerse yourself in the city's culture or venture into Iceland's legendary landscapes. The famed Golden Circle—a circuit including the tectonic plates at Þingvellir National Park, the powerful Gullfoss waterfall, and the erupting Geysir geothermal area—is a full-day commitment. It's an unforgettable experience but will consume nearly all your time ashore.

A more manageable alternative is a visit to the Blue Lagoon for a soak in its geothermal, silica-rich waters. It’s about a 50-minute drive from the port, and pre-booking is absolutely essential, often weeks or months in advance.

We recommend choosing one path for your day: either fully explore the vibrant streets, shops, and museums of Reykjavik, or dedicate your time to one of the major natural attractions. Trying to do both will likely feel rushed and incomplete.

Belfast, Northern Ireland

Belfast presents a compelling duality: a city reborn from a complex past and the gateway to one of the world's most dramatic coastlines. The choice of how to spend your day here is the most significant one you'll make. The city itself is anchored by the Titanic Quarter, home to the stunning, architecturally significant Titanic Belfast. This is not a dusty museum, but an immersive experience that tells the story of the legendary ship from its conception and construction to its tragic end. Nearby, you can board the SS Nomadic, the last remaining White Star Line vessel.

For a deeper understanding of the city's more recent history, a Black Cab tour is essential. These tours, often led by drivers with personal connections to the era, provide a balanced and poignant narrative of 'The Troubles' as you view the political murals of the Shankill and Falls Roads and the towering Peace Wall that still divides them. Alternatively, the city center is a vibrant hub of Victorian architecture, centered around the magnificent City Hall and the lively St. George's Market.

The alternative is a full-day excursion north to the Antrim Coast. This journey showcases the UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway, an extraordinary landscape of 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, and the scenic coastal drive is an attraction in itself. Be advised, this is an all-or-nothing trip; committing to the coast means forgoing a proper exploration of Belfast. The decision rests on your priorities: profound urban history or breathtaking natural wonder.

Dublin, Ireland

Cobh (Cork), Ireland

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Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda, E3 Balcony Edge 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.

Stateroom: 202 sq. ft. and Veranda: 42 sq. ft.
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Outside

Oceanview Stateroom, 8 Oceanview 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.

Stateroom: 242 sq ft. 


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Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom, 6 Outside Deluxe 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

 Stateroom: 242 sq. ft.
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Oceanview Stateroom, 7 Outside Oceanview 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.

Stateroom: 242 sq ft.
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Oceanview Stateroom, O2 Outside 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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Inside

Deluxe Inside Stateroom, 9 Deluxe 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

 Stateroom: 202 sq ft.   


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Deluxe Inside Stateroom, 10 Inside Deluxe 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

 Stateroom: 202 sq ft.  
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Deluxe Inside Stateroom, 11 Inside Deluxe 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 .

Stateroom: 202 sq ft.
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Inside Stateroom, 12 Inside Inside 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 . 

Stateroom: 181 sq ft.
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Inside Stateroom, I2 Inside 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
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Prices are Per Person, based on double occupancy and include port charges, taxes, fees and gratuities. Prices are subject to availability at the time of booking.

Deposit: $450 per person (in the same room) Plus, conference/course registration fee for at least one conference attendee per room.

Important Note: Not all staterooms within each category have the same furniture configuration and/or facilities. Appropriate symbols within the rooms on the deck plans describe differences from the stateroom descriptions . All information is subject to change.

Cancellation Policies vary by cruise line, destination and sailing date. Please check with one of our cruise consultant for policies applicable to this cruise.

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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Before and After your cruise

AMSTERDAM MARRIOTT HOTEL

Stadhoudmrskade 12, Amsterdam, 1054 ES, Netherlands

Property Location
With a stay at Amsterdam Marriott Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Amsterdam, steps from Holland Casino and minutes from DeLaMar Theater. This 5-star hotel is within close proximity of Leidseplein and Paradiso.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 396 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Amenities:
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.

Ask your CEI agent for details and availability.

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Program last modified: August 17, 2025