Upcoming Travel Seminars

Samba Serenade
Rio to Buenos Aires on the Crystal Symphony
Healthcare in South American Communities
February 20 – March 3, 2012 (12 Night Cruise)

Setting the standard for excellence in ultra-luxury travel, the award-winning Crystal Symphony is the pinnacle of perfection. The luxurious 50,000-ton, 922-guest Crystal Symphony is one of the most spacious cruise ships at sea, joining Crystal Serenity in the top two spots among Condé Nast Traveler's best ships in the world. Onboard amenities include grand lounges, full-service fitness facility, Crystal Casino, Feng Shui-inspired spa, 360° teak Promenade Deck, lap pool, Jacuzzi®, acclaimed cuisine and spectacular entertainment.

Cuban Healthcare Delivery: Cross-Cultural Perspectives

Cuba!
Sharing Cross Cultural Perspectives:
Exploring Cuban Healthcare and Culture Tour
March 16 - 24 & March 23 - 31, 2012

Join us on this exclusive accredited Professional Exchange program and experience a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into Cuba's acclaimed healthcare system, plus a healthy dose of island culture and history. Island discovery takes us from historical Havana to the beautiful southern city of Cienfuegos and on to coastal Trinidad, where we explore the history and culture of these UNESCO World Heritage sites followed by a swim in the azure blue waters of the Caribbean, just steps from our resort. From healthcare and Hemmingway to ascending a peak in the Escambray mountains to witness nature from the seat of a Soviet jeep… this is a "life list" educational opportunity not to be missed!

Tahiti & the Society Islands
7 - Night Cruise with Paul Gauguin Cruises - Free Air from Los Angeles
Health Perspectives of Tahiti & the Society Islands
April 21 - 28, 2012

Your experience on The Gauguin will be as carefree as possible. Your all-inclusive fare includes everything from gratuities to beverages to water sports on the marina. In true Polynesian fashion, you can expect gracious hospitality and exquisite attention to detail. The Gauguin was designed specifically to enter into the intimate bays and lagoons of the French Polynesia and showcase the island's spectacular beauty through panoramic windows and all outside staterooms. Enjoy a taste of local culture through fine cuisine, supervised by a two-star Michelin chef, and through authentic Polynesian entertainment performed by the onboard troupe, the Gauguins.

French Waterways River Cruise
Provence & Spain on the MS AMA Dagio
Optional Pre-Cruise in Paris and Post-Cruise in Barcelona
Medical/Dental Challenges & Conquests in Southern France
October 18 - 25, 2012 (7 Night Cruise)

Spend 3 nights in Paris, travel by high-speed TGV train to Lyon, then savor an enchanting 7-night cruise through Provence, ending with a 3-night stay in Barcelona. From the magic of Paris to the romance of Barcelona, this itinerary is captivating. Cruise through France's legendary wine growing regions, home to famous wines such as Beaujolais and Côte du Rhône. Enjoy wine tastings at local vintners, marvel at Roman ruins, stroll through medieval villages and shop for Provencal crafts. Your itinerary includes the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Avignon as well as Arles, the city where Vincent Van Gogh spent much of his life.

Peru & the Galapagos Islands

Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands - Optional Post-Tour to Peru & Machu Picchu
November 29 - December 8, 2012
From the Andean Highlands to the Islands…to Machu Picchu
The Evolution of Man & Medicine - Historical & Emerging Healthcare Issues

Experience an amazing tapestry of environments in Ecuador's highlands - ice-capped volcanoes, Andean Sierras and rivers winding through rainforests. Explore the famous Otavalo Market, a renowned gathering where craftsmen from all over the country come to sell their beautiful textiles, jewelry and produce. Nowhere else on earth will you have the opportunity to interact with the array of creatures that call the Galápagos home! The archipelago provides day-in day-out enchantment, wonder, and surprise to all who visit! Continue your journey as you ascend to the mystic and inspirational height of Machu Picchu above the Urubamba River Valley for a guided tour of this "Lost City of the Incas" and most famous icon of the Inca world.

Australia New Zealand Cruise

Australia New Zealand Cruise
12 Nights on the Celebrity Solstice
Healthcare Perspectives from Down Under
January 16 - 28, 2013

It's more than koalas and kangaroos. It's an emotional impact of incredible modern architecture, fascinating aborigine and Maori culture, and miles of breathtaking coastlines. Ascend into the mountains and ancient forests and experience the thrill of exploring active volcanoes. Even shopping will be an exhilarating experience through the fashionable district of Auckland, before stretching out on your veranda and watching the sun wash over Sydney's famed harbor.

Guarantee your Sky Suite ASAP – very limited availability!

Indonesian Odyssey

Bali & the Exotic Isles
Gems of the Java Sea on the Seabourn Odyssey
Confronting Medical and Dental Healthcare Needs in Indonesia
March 15 – 25, 2013 (10 Night Cruise)

Cruising on a Seabourn ship is unlike any other form of travel. The experience is luxurious, yet relaxed -- elegant, yet casual -- sumptuous, yet understated. The intimate ships visit the most desirable destinations worldwide, sailing to the heart of landmark cities, as well as to hidden gems where larger vessels cannot follow. From the luxury of all-suite accommodations to complimentary fine wines and spirits, you are indulged with every extravagance and the lifestyle is wonderfully carefree. This unique 10-day cruise itinerary is sure to please even the most discerning traveler.

Galapagos Island Cruise

Galápagos Family Adventure - Optional Pre-Tour to Peru & Machu Picchu
A multi-generational family cruise on the Explorer II!
Healthcare Considerations in Isolated Communities
June 2013 (Date TBA)

Space is limited on this unique first-time PES offering.

The Galápagos Islands are fascinating, not only for their great variety of unusual plants and animals but also for their historical importance as the original site of Charles Darwin's observations on speciation. These Islands, often referred to as "a living museum and showcase of evolution", are a UNESCO World Heritage Natural Site. The islands remain suspended in time with giant tortoises, colorful iguanas, and beautiful lavascapes that feature flora and fauna found nowhere else on earth. Here sea lions frolic unconcerned by human presence and there are frigate birds, flightless cormorants, waved albatross, the endearing blue-footed boobies, and much more to be encountered up-close and personal.

Natural Wonders of Tanzania and Kenya

Natural Wonders of Tanzania and Kenya
Optional Rwanda Mountain Gorilla Trekking
East African Perspectives in Healthcare
August 25 – September 7, 2013 (tentative)

More details comin soon!

Kenya and Tanzania are hosts to the annual wildebeest migration which only happens in East Africa. One of nature's most impressive displays of wildlife, the migration can be seen in the Mara-Serengeti where it is estimated that over two million animals migrate in a year-round pattern, following the rain and greener pastures. This program includes some of the best national parks and game reserves with diverse ecosystems providing a variety of game viewing and bird watching. Accommodations represent a unique combination of premier safari lodges and permanent tented camps. This eons-old migration spectacle of East Africa's herds, predators, vibrant tribes and arresting landscapes will leave no traveler unchanged.

Italian Dreams

Italian Dreams
Venice to Monte Carlo on Crystal Serenity
Exploring the Mediterranean Healthcare Model
September 19 – 28, 2012 (9 Days)

Some would describe the Mediterranean as classic – a place first traveled and most often revisited. A Crystal voyage to these storied locales could be described as perfect, combing all the history and beauty of your ports of call with the attentive service and impeccable elegance of the World's best cruise ship. Begin your journey in Venice with an overnight on the ship before exploring Sicily's medieval treasures in Taormina, Sorrento's stunning views, the monuments of Rome and Florence's artistic wonders...Italian dreams indeed.

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