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2019 Update in Family Medicine and Primary Care Psychology

11-Day Panama Canal Sunfarer Cruise
Round-trip Fort Lauderdale, Florida
March 20 – 31, 2019
Holland America's Zuiderdam
Holland America's Zuiderdam

COURSE CREDITS & HOURS

21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
21 CE Credits for Psychologists
21 ANCC Contact Hours
21 ASWB ACE Credits
6 Hours of Pharmacology for NPs

COURSE FEES

$1,095.00
$850.00
$695.00

TARGET AUDIENCE

Physicians, Psychiatrists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Psychologists, Nurses, Counselors, Social Workers

PROGRAM TOPICS

Topics:
  1. Cardiovascular Disease in Women - Diabetes
    • To discuss some of the clinical presentation of cardiovascular disease in women compared to men.
    • To describe the American Diabetic Association (ADA) diagnostic and treatment guidelines for Type 2 diabetes
  2. Cardiovascular Disease in Women - Hypertension
    • To describe the Joint National Committee on Hypertension 8 guidelines for blood pressure.
    • To discuss the SPRINT Trial results and their impact on the JNC 8 guidelines
  3. Cardiovascular Disease in Women - Dyslipidemia and Unstable Plaque
    • To discuss the AHA/ACC guidelines for the treatment of lipid disorders in women, and the therapies available to improve them.
    • To review the role of unstable coronary artery plaque as a cause of acute cardiac death.
  4. Diagnosing and Treating Women with Monopolar and Bipolar Depression Disorders
    • To analyze the clinical nuances and differences between these two forms of depression.
    • To describe an overview of the benefits and limitations of the various medication classes presently available to treat monopolar and bipolar depression disorders.
  5. Diagnosis and Management of Headache in Women
    • To explain the similarities and differences between idiopathic intracranial hypertension, migraine, tension, cluster and sinus headaches in adults.
    • To discuss the more frequent incidence of vascular disease in individuals with migraine with aura.
    • To review the pharmacological therapies for migraine including “abortive” and “preventative” therapy, as well as discuss the therapies of the other more common headaches seen in women in the primary care and women's health clinical settings.
  6. Osteoporosis in Women
    • To review the medications that are associated with osteoporosis.
    • To discuss the lifestyle and therapeutic options for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis.
    • To analyze the adverse effects that accompany the use of medications utilized in the treatment of osteoporosis
  7. Sexually Transmitted Diseases
    • To recognize the risk of sexually transmitted infections after a single unprotected sexual encounter.
    • To describe the rational use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of common STDs, excluding AIDS, following the most recent guidelines from the Center of Disease Control.
    • To assess the role of expedited partner therapy in the treatment and prevention of STDs.
  8. Travel Medicine
    • To provide a general understanding of pre-travel health preparation including health documents, a travel health kit, travel insurance issues and immunizations.
    • To review the symptoms and signs of travelers' diarrhea, airplane travel including jet lag, cruise travel issues and altitude illness.
    • To discuss specific preventive guidance for traveler-related illnesses, as well as illness specific therapeutic regimens
  9. Movement Disorders: Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, and Restless Leg Syndrome
    • List the common and less common symptoms and signs of Parkinson's disease and Essential Tremor.
    • Name the five basic criteria for diagnosing Restless Leg Syndromes (RLS).
    • Discuss the rational use of pharmacologic agents in the management of Parkinson's disease, RLS and Essential Tremor
  10. Things they never told you about grief
    • Describe the normal processes of grief after the death of a loved one.
    • Describe complicated grief.
    • Describe the similarities and differences between grief and depression.
    • Describe and discuss treatment of bereavement-related depression.
  11. Diagnosis and management of GAD and panic disorder
    • Describe the clinical characteristics of GAD and PD
    • Describe the relationship between GAD and PD and other medical conditions Describe and discuss evidence based treatment for these anxiety disorders
  12. When to worry about memory
    • Distinguish between the cognitive changes seen in normal aging, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia
    • Describe the differential diagnosis of dementia
    • Discuss the interventions that could potentially reduce risk and impact of dementia
  13. Sorting out confusion
    • Recognize that confusion represents a crisis until proven otherwise
    • Be able to recognize four common underlying problems that present with confusion
    • Demonstrate familiarity with some common tools for evaluating confusion
  14. The Psych Toolbox: Office evaluation of memory, anxiety, and affective disorders
    • Demonstrate enhanced evaluation skills necessary to screen for and diagnose cognitive impairment/capacity, affective and anxiety disorders, and ADHD in the primary care settinga
  15. They say I'm getting crispy around the edges.
    • Self-monitor for symptoms of burnout.
    • Employ personal and organizational interventions to address the problem of high rates of burnout and depression among physicians
  16. Things I wish I'd known a year ago about primary care psych
    • Describe very recent developments in the diagnosis and management of mental disorders common in primary care medicine
  17. Depression, anxiety, and cardiovascular disease
    • Describe the association between negative psychological states and cardiovascular health
    • Describe physiologic and health behavior mechanisms that may mitigate that relationship
    • Describe ways to diagnosis depression and anxiety
    • Describe safe and effective treatments for depression and anxiety
  18. The somatizing patient
    • Identify 3 common types of somatization seen in primary care setting
    • Know DSM 5 criteria used to diagnose Somatic Symptom Disorder
    • Identify at least 1 assessment tools used to diagnose somatic symptom disorder
    • List at least 4 treatment methods used to manage somatic symptom disorder.
  19. Behavior disturbances in dementia
    • Determine whether behavioral issues warrant pharmacologic treatment or hospitalization.
    • Individualize treatment for dementia based on symptoms and evidence of efficacy.
    • Identify medical and nonpsychiatric causes of behavioral disturbances.
    • Provide interventions capable of reducing behavioral disturbances in this population.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

PLEASE NOTE: To attend the conference, participants must book their cruise accommodations through University at Sea®. 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

H. James Brownlee, MD

H. James Brownlee, MD
H. James Brownlee, Jr., MD, is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of South Florida (USF), Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa, Florida , having previously served as the Chair of the University of South Florida Department of Family Medicine for 20 years. He is presently a part time faculty member at the Bayfront Health Family Medicine Residency Program in Saint Petersburg, Florida. He earned his medical degree from the State University of New York Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, New York, he then went on to complete his residency training through the Williamsport Hospital Family Practice Residency Program in Pennsylvania. He completed his teaching fellowship in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Miami in Florida, followed by a geriatric fellowship at the Geriatric Education Center of the University of North Carolina. Dr. Brownlee is board certified in Family Medicine. He is a member and fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Brownlee's accomplishments are:
  • Awarded the Educator of the Year, 2009 by the Florida Academy of Family Medicine Physicians.
  • Best Doctors in America by Best Doctors, Inc. since 2000
  • Osler Award for Best Faculty Role Model, presented by the 1996 graduating class at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine

John Carnes, PhD

John Carnes, PhD
Private practice, St. Petersburg, Florida.

Former Director of Medical Education, Bayfront Health Systems, St. Petersburg, Florida.

Dr. Carnes began his career in patient care and medical education approximately 3 decades ago. He completed his Ph.D. at Indiana State University, and subsequently completed an internship at the Family Medicine Residency at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana. He was on the faculty of that residency until 1985, when he joined the faculty of the Family Medicine Residency at Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, Florida, and the Department of Family Medicine at the University of South Florida. He was active in the Society of Teachers in Family Medicine, serving as the co-chairman for a national task force on behavioral sciences in family medicine residencies. He developed an interest in trauma, and served as the state coordinator for disaster mental health services in the state of Florida.



He recently completed a 25 year teaching career with Bayfront Health System, where he was Director of Medical Education, and Chairman of the Institutional Research Review Committee.

During his tenure, he spoke nationally in the area of psychosocial aspects of geriatric care.



Now in full-time private practice in St. Petersburg, Florida, Dr. Carnes devotes his time to geriatric patient care, and teaching family medicine residents. His clinical interests include the psychological aspects of trauma, behavioral medicine, and geriatrics. He is also a regular speaker for University at Sea.

Accreditation

ANCC

Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuiung Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 12 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™ as needed.
Pharmacology credits are identified on individual activities.

 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 21 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 21 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 21 hours of pharmacy continuing education credit.

ANCC

Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuiung Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 14 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™ as needed.
Pharmacology credits are identified on individual activities.

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.

Nurse Practitioners: can claim either ANCC Contact Hours or AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM as needed.
Pharmacology credits are identified on individual activities.

Credit Designation for Psychologists: Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibly for the content of the programs.

Joint Accreditation Statement Logo
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./University at Sea™ designates this live activity for a maximum of 21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Continuing Education, Inc. reports physician participation completion data to the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the Program and Activity Reporting System (PARS) for verification by state medical licensing boards and participating certifying boards via CME Passport.
American Psychological Association Logo
Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs. This activity provides 21 APA CE credits.
NEW YORK: The State of New York does not honor APA-approved credits. Psychologists licensed in New York cannot use these credits toward New York licensure requirements.
Nurse Practitioners: Nurse practitioners may claim either ANCC contact hours or AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, but not both for the same content. Where pharmacology hours are offered, they are stated separately.
Credit Designation for Nurses: This activity provides 21 ANCC 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.
Association of Social Work Boards Logo
As a Jointly Accredited Organization, Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea™ is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. Social workers completing this course receive 21 general continuing education credits.
NEW YORK: The State of New York does not honor ASWB ACE-approved credits. Social workers licensed in New York cannot use these credits toward New York licensure requirements.

Cruise Itinerary

DATE PORT OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART
Wednesday, March 20 Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- 5:00 pm
Thursday, March 21 Half Moon Cay, Bahamas
8:00 am 3:00 pm
Friday, March 22 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Saturday, March 23 Oranjestad, Aruba
1:00 pm 11:00 pm
Sunday, March 24 Willemstad, Curacao
8:00 am 11:00 pm
Monday, March 25 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Tuesday, March 26 Cartagena, Colombia
7:00 am 1:00 pm
Wednesday, March 27 Gatun Lake
- -
Wednesday, March 27 Panama Canal
- -
Wednesday, March 27 Panama Canal
5:00 am 5:00 am
Wednesday, March 27 Exit Panama Canal
1:00 pm -
Wednesday, March 27 Colon, Panama
3:00 pm 8:00 pm
Thursday, March 28 Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
6:30 am 4:00 pm
Friday, March 29 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Saturday, March 30 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Sunday, March 31 Fort Lauderdale, Florida
7:00 am -
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.
Holland America ms Zuiderman Map

Ports of Call

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Often called the 'Venice of America,' Fort Lauderdale offers a surprisingly sophisticated and relaxed alternative to its more frenetic neighbors. The city's identity is defined by the 165 miles of inland waterways that weave through it, and the best way to appreciate this is from the water itself. We highly recommend hopping on the Water Taxi for a leisurely tour; it’s not just transportation, but an experience, offering front-row views of stunning mansions, mega-yachts, and lush tropical landscaping.

For a taste of the city's vibrant heart, head to Las Olas Boulevard. This is the city's elegant main artery, lined with independent boutiques, intriguing art galleries, and a fantastic selection of restaurants, from casual sidewalk cafes to upscale dining rooms perfect for a memorable meal. It’s an ideal place for a sophisticated stroll and some people-watching.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida


Of course, the beach is a major draw. The beautifully redesigned Fort Lauderdale Beach offers wide stretches of clean sand, a palm-fringed promenade, and a more laid-back atmosphere than you might expect.

If you have a bit more time and an adventurous spirit, the Florida Everglades are just a short drive away. An airboat tour through this unique 'River of Grass' is an unforgettable experience, offering a glimpse into a wild ecosystem teeming with alligators, wading birds, and other wildlife. It’s an accessible yet authentic taste of natural Florida that provides a perfect contrast to the city's polished charm.
Intracoastal Waterway and harbor at Fort Lauderdale

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas

Half Moon Cay, The Bahamas

At Sea - Cruising

Oranjestad, Aruba

Oranjestad, Aruba
Aruba presents a unique Caribbean landscape, trading lush jungle for an arid, desert-like beauty of cacti, rock formations, and its iconic, wind-swept divi-divi trees. The cruise port docks directly in the capital, Oranjestad, a clean and walkable city defined by its brightly colored Dutch colonial architecture. A complimentary open-air trolley makes a convenient loop through the main downtown area, which is filled with high-end retailers and local boutiques.
Oranjestad, Aruba


While the city is charming, Aruba’s primary draw is its magnificent coastline. A short taxi or bus ride north of the port reveals two of the Caribbean’s most celebrated beaches. Eagle Beach is a vast expanse of pristine white sand, consistently ranked among the world's best, offering a more tranquil atmosphere. Adjacent Palm Beach is livelier, lined with resorts, beach bars, and a full spectrum of water sports.

For those seeking an alternative to the beach, the island’s interior offers a compelling look at its rugged terrain. A visit to Arikok National Park showcases a dramatic coastline and caves with ancient Arawak petroglyphs. Closer to the port, the Casibari Rock Formations provide an easily accessible opportunity to climb among massive tonalite boulders for panoramic island views. Aruba offers a polished and safe environment, balancing world-class beach relaxation with accessible and distinctive natural scenery.
Oranjestad, Aruba

Willemstad, Curacao

Handelskade — colorful colonial waterfront architecture of Willemstad's historic district
Willemstad is not just another Caribbean port; its historic core is a designated UNESCO World Heritage site, offering a cultural depth that rewards exploration. The city is bisected by St. Anna Bay, and the two sides, Punda and Otrobanda, are connected by the iconic Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge. Walking across this floating bridge as it swings open for passing ships is a quintessential Willemstad experience.
Willemstad, Curacao


Punda is home to the famous Handelskade, the waterfront row of brightly colored, 18th-century Dutch colonial buildings that form the island's signature image. Its gridded streets are filled with shops, galleries, and cafes, along with the Mikvé Israel-Emanuel Synagogue, the oldest continuously operating synagogue in the Americas. Across the bay, Otrobanda (“the other side”) offers a more residential feel with a maze of winding alleys. It is also the location of the Kura Hulanda Museum, a powerful and essential institution that chronicles the transatlantic slave trade and its profound impact on the region.

While the city itself is the main attraction, Curacao’s renowned beaches require transportation. A taxi or pre-arranged tour is necessary to reach them. For a full-service beach club atmosphere, Mambo Beach is a popular choice. For more natural beauty, the island's west coast (Westpunt) features stunning coves like Kenepa Grandi and Cas Abao, known for their turquoise water and dramatic cliffs. A visit to the Curacao Liqueur Distillery offers a brief, flavorful diversion for a taste of the island's famous spirit.
Willemstad, Curacao Willemstad, Curacao

Cartagena, Colombia

Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena de Indias is one of the great historical treasures of the Caribbean, a city where centuries of history feel vibrantly alive. The main destination is the 16th-century Walled City (Ciudad Amurallada), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Inside its formidable stone ramparts lies a labyrinth of narrow streets, where colonial-era mansions with flower-draped wooden balconies cast shadows over bustling plazas. Key areas to explore include the Plaza de Bolívar, the imposing Cathedral, and the Sanctuary of Saint Peter Claver, dedicated to the patron saint of slaves.
Cartagena, Colombia


Just outside the walls, the Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas stands as a monumental testament to Spanish military engineering. This massive fortress, with its complex network of tunnels and imposing battlements, offers panoramic views of the city and harbor. A visit here is essential for understanding the strategic importance of Cartagena during the colonial era, though be prepared for a steep, sun-drenched walk to the top.

For a more contemporary, bohemian experience, wander into the adjacent Getsemaní neighborhood. Once a humble district, it has transformed into the city's creative heart, celebrated for its vibrant street art, independent cafes, and lively public squares like Plaza de la Trinidad. While the modern high-rises of Bocagrande offer a stark contrast, the true soul of Cartagena resides within its historic core. The city’s character is a rich fusion of Spanish, Indigenous, and Afro-Caribbean cultures, evident in its music, art, and cuisine—from fresh ceviche to arepas sold by street vendors.
Cartagena, Colombia

Gatun Lake

Panama Canal

A transit of the Panama Canal is not a port of call; it is the destination itself. This is a day dedicated to witnessing one of the greatest engineering achievements in human history, a slow and deliberate passage between two oceans. The experience is a fascinating blend of immense industrial power and serene natural beauty, best viewed from an open deck with a good pair of binoculars.

The journey is a masterclass in logistics and scale. Your vessel will be guided into a series of massive locks—like the historic Gatun Locks on the Atlantic side or the Miraflores Locks near the Pacific—by powerful locomotives known as 'mules.' You'll feel the ship rise and fall dramatically as millions of gallons of water are moved by gravity, lifting you from one ocean to the level of Gatun Lake, and then lowering you back down to the other. The sheer size of the lock gates and the precision of the operation are genuinely awe-inspiring.

Between the locks, the scenery shifts entirely. You'll cross the vast, man-made Gatun Lake, a critical freshwater reservoir dotted with islands that were once mountain peaks. The surrounding rainforest is a vibrant ecosystem, and it’s not uncommon to spot monkeys or tropical birds along the banks. The most historically significant part of the journey is the Culebra Cut (formerly Gaillard Cut), a narrow, nine-mile channel carved through the solid rock of the Continental Divide. It is here that the immense human cost and ambition of the project feel most palpable.

A full transit is an all-day affair, a meditative experience that unfolds at a relaxed pace. Find a comfortable vantage point, listen to the onboard commentary that explains the history and mechanics, and appreciate the rare opportunity to sail through a living monument to human ingenuity.

Exit Panama Canal

Colon, Panama

Aerial view of Colón on the Manzanillo Peninsula, Caribbean entrance to the Panama Canal
Colon is best understood not as a destination in itself, but as a functional gateway to two of Panama's most significant experiences: the Panama Canal and the historic forts of Portobelo. The city of Colon is an industrial port, and it is strongly advised to explore the surrounding region via organized tours rather than on your own.
Colon, Panama


The primary draw is, without question, the Panama Canal. From Colon, you can visit the Agua Clara Visitor Center to witness the new, larger locks in operation. Watching massive Neo-Panamax container ships and vessels from around the globe being raised and lowered is a genuine spectacle of modern engineering. The scale of the operation is difficult to comprehend until seen firsthand.

For a journey into the past, the nearby town of Portobelo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers a different perspective. Here, you can explore the ruins of 17th and 18th-century Spanish colonial forts that once protected treasure fleets from pirates. The town has a quiet, rustic charm, a world away from the industrial activity of the canal. Other excursions may offer opportunities to visit indigenous Embera communities or take a boat trip on Gatun Lake, the vast artificial lake that forms a major part of the canal. A day in Colon is about the world-class attractions that lie just beyond the port's gates.

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Limon, Costa Rica
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Suites

Pinnacle Suite, PS Pinnacle Suite (PS)
Generously proportioned and filled with light, these elegant suites include a living room, dining room, pantry with microwave, refrigerator and built-in bar, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah with whirlpool. The bedroom features a king-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and the bath includes an oversize whirlpool bath and shower as well as an additional shower stall. There's also a sofa bed, suitable for two people, and a guest toilet. Amenities include a private stereo system, use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, private concierge and an array of complimentary services. Stateroom: 1,150 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Neptune Suite, SB Neptune Suite (SB)
With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these spacious suites are flooded with light. They feature a large sitting area and two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses. The bathroom comes with a dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and shower, plus additional shower stall. Amenities include use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, a private concierge and an array of complimentary services. Stateroom: 1,150 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Signature Suite, SS Signature Suite (SS)
These large, comfortable suites feature a spacious sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and one murphy bed for one person. The bathroom includes a dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and shower, and an additional shower stall. Stateroom: 372-384 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Suite/Deluxe Suite/Deluxe Neptune Suite SA. With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these spacious suites are flooded with light. They feature a large sitting area and two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses. The bathroom comes with a dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and shower, plus additional shower stall. Amenities include use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, a private concierge and an array of complimentary services. Stateroom: 1,150 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Suite/Deluxe Suite/Deluxe Neptune Suite SC. With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these spacious suites are flooded with light. They feature a large sitting area and two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses. The bathroom comes with a dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and shower, plus additional shower stall. Amenities include use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, a private concierge and an array of complimentary services. Stateroom: 1,150 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Suite/Deluxe Suite/Deluxe Signature Suite SY. These large, comfortable suites feature a spacious sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and one murphy bed for one person. The bathroom includes a dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and shower, and an additional shower stall. Stateroom: 372-384 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Suite/Deluxe Suite/Deluxe Signature Suite SZ. These large, comfortable suites feature a spacious sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and one murphy bed for one person. The bathroom includes a dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and shower, and an additional shower stall. Stateroom: 372-384 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Veranda Stateroom, VA Veranda Stateroom (VA)
Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads. The view is partially obstructed. Stateroom: 212-359 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Veranda Stateroom, VB Veranda Stateroom (VB)
Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads. The view is partially obstructed. Stateroom: 212-359 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Veranda Stateroom, VC Veranda Stateroom (VC)
Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads. The view is partially obstructed. Stateroom: 212-359 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Veranda Stateroom, VD Veranda Stateroom (VD)
Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads. The view is partially obstructed. Stateroom: 212-359 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Balcony Balcony Veranda Stateroom VE. Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads. The view is partially obstructed. Stateroom: 212-359 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Balcony Balcony Veranda Stateroom VF. Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads. The view is partially obstructed. Stateroom: 212-359 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Balcony Balcony Veranda Stateroom VH. Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads. The view is partially obstructed. Stateroom: 212-359 sq. ft. including verandah.
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Outside

Oceanview Stateroom, C Oceanview Stateroom (C)
These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. Stateroom: 174-180 sq. ft.
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Oceanview Stateroom, D Oceanview Stateroom (D)
These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. Stateroom: 174-180 sq. ft.
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Oceanview Stateroom, E Oceanview Stateroom (E)
These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. Stateroom: 174-180 sq. ft.
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Oceanview Stateroom, F Oceanview Stateroom (F)
These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. Stateroom: 174-180 sq. ft.
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Outside Outside Oceanview Stateroom DD. These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. Stateroom: 174-180 sq. ft.
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Outside Outside Oceanview Stateroom / Partial Seaview G. These staterooms feature a partial sea view and include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus premium massage shower heads and a variety of amenities. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. Stateroom: 174-180 sq. ft.
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Outside Outside Oceanview Stateroom / Fully Obstructed View H. These large staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities. The view is fully obstructed. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. Stateroom: 174-180 sq. ft.
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Outside Outside Oceanview Stateroom / Fully Obstructed View HH. These large staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities. The view is fully obstructed. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. Stateroom: 174-180 sq. ft.
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Inside

Inside Stateroom, J Inside Stateroom (J)
Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™  bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. Stateroom: 151-233 sq. ft.
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Inside Stateroom, K Inside Stateroom (K)
Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™  bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. Stateroom: 151-233 sq. ft.
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Inside Stateroom, L Inside Stateroom (L)
Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™  bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. Stateroom: 151-233 sq. ft.
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Inside Inside Inside Stateroom I. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™  bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. Stateroom: 151-233 sq. ft.
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Inside Inside Inside Stateroom M. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™  bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. Stateroom: 151-233 sq. ft.
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Inside Inside Inside Stateroom MM. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™  bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. Stateroom: 151-233 sq. ft.
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Inside Inside Inside Stateroom N. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™  bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. Stateroom: 151-233 sq. ft.
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Before & After Your Cruise

Hotels

The Victoria Park Hotel

Where Comfort and Relaxation are Everything

855 NE 20th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 — Fort Lauderdale

A serene property located just minutes away from the beach, the Victoria Park Hotel employs a staff that is happy to accommodate your wishes to ensure your stay is nothing short of extraordinary.

Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club

Family Owned and Operated for Sixty Excellent Years

1700 S Ocean Ln, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 — Fort Lauderdale

The Fort Lauderdale beachfront resort that is decidedly, and purposefully, different. Understated, not loud. Gracious, not pretentious. Deferential, not presumptuous. In short, Lago Mar is a sophisticated retreat where you can appreciate the enduring traditions of genuine hospitality.

Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale

Sophisticated Style and Energy in a Celebrated Vacation Destination

525 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 — Fort Lauderdale

Discover a modern reflection of the classic yacht club lifestyle. With a prime beachfront address, the Four Seasons brings unrivaled style and service to Fort Lauderdale. Moments away, experience this next-generation coastal city’s best shops, restaurants, marinas and entertainment – surrounding you with the spirit of one of the world’s top yachting locales.

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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  1. Simply provide a few short details about your trip
  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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