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Cruise Conference Planning For Your Association

Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Pediatrics, and Provider Burnout

7-Night Eastern Caribbean & CocoCay Cruise
Round-trip Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
July 05 - 12, 2026
Royal Caribbean's <em>Star of the Seas</em>
Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas
16.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
16 ACPE Credits
16.0 Contact Hours
Course Fees
$995 for Physicians, Attorneys, Psychologists, Doctors of Pharmacy, & Dentists
$795 for Physician Assistants
$595 for Nurses, Residents, Students & Others

Target Audience
Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists
Program Purpose / Objectives
Topics and Objectives Under Development
Conference Sessions generally take place on days at sea (as itinerary allows), giving you plenty of time to enjoy your meals, evenings and ports of call with your companion, family and friends.
IMPORTANT NOTE: All conferees, their families, and guests must book their cruise within the University at Sea® meeting group through University at Sea® at 800-926-3775 or by registering online. This ensures our company can provide conference services and complimentary social amenities to all meeting participants and their guests. Thank you for your cooperation.
Faculty

Jonathan Budzik, MD, PhD

Assistant Professor of Medicine
UCSF Department of Medicine
San Francisco, CA

Sara Szkola, MD, FAAP

Sara Szkola, MD, FAAP
Associate Clinical Professor of Pediatrics
Pediatric Hospitalist
Stanford University School of Medicine
Stanford, CA Dr. Sara Szkola is an Associate Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at Stanford University School of Medicine and a pediatric hospitalist at Stanford Health Care TriValley and California Pacific Medical Center. She is a national leader in wellness and interdisciplinary education, serving as Physician Wellness Champion for the Stanford Pediatric Hospital Medicine Division and Chair of the CPMC Health and Wellness Committee, where she advocates for the well-being of over 1600 clinicians. Dr. Szkola also co-chairs the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Community Pediatric Hospital Medicine Subcommittee, leading national initiatives that elevate the voices and needs of community-based pediatric hospitalists. She is a Co-Director of Stanford Pediatric Hospital Medicine Regional Simulation Programs, and her work in simulation, resuscitation training, and low-cost, high-impact education has been recognized across multiple institutions. Dr. Szkola is passionate about creating resilient systems that support high quality pediatric care and the teams that deliver it.
Education & Board Certifications
  • Board Certification: Pediatric Hospital Medicine, American Board of Pediatrics (2019)
  • Board Certification: Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics (2011)
  • Residency: University of Chicago Pediatric Residency (2011)
  • Medical Education: MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine (2008)

Our staff can assist you with all your travel arrangements.

Questions? Call us at 800-422-0711.
We can assist you with all your travel arrangements. We'd be happy to help you plan your flights, hotels or tours before and/or after your cruise conference.

Cruise Itinerary

DATE PORT OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART
Sun Jul 05 Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
- 4:30 pm
Mon Jul 06 Coco Cay, Bahamas
7:00 am 4:00 pm
Tue Jul 07 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Wed Jul 08 Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.
12:30 pm 8:00 pm
Thu Jul 09 Basseterre, St. Kitts
8:00 am 5:00 pm
Fri Jul 10 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Sat Jul 11 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Sun Jul 12 Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
6:00 am -
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.

Ports of Call

Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida - As the home of Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral is the launching point for all-out adventure in Central Florida. Since your round-trip cruise begins and ends here, you have the perfect opportunity to extend your vacation and explore the region at your own pace.

Orlando’s legendary theme parks, including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld, are just an hour away, making pre- or post-cruise visits both practical and rewarding. Beyond the parks, you’ll find charming coastal towns, family-friendly beaches, and unique local attractions. Kayak with manatees in the Banana River Lagoon, zip line over gators at the Brevard Zoo, or explore the arts and culture of Park Avenue and the Orange County Regional History Museum.

Whether you choose to arrive early or linger after your cruise, Port Canaveral gives you access to some of Florida’s most unforgettable experiences—well beyond what’s possible during a single port of call.

Coco Cay, Bahamas - Located in the middle of the Caribbean's bright blue water lies the secluded island of CocoCay. With its white-sand beaches and spectacular surroundings, CocoCay is a wonderland of adventure. Reserved exclusively for Royal Caribbean guests, this tropical paradise has recently been updated with new aquatic facilities, nature trails and a ton of great places to just sit back, relax and enjoy a tropical drink.

CocoCay Map

Perfect Day at CocoCay

At Sea - Cruising - Cruising

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, U.S.V.I. - Named after a Danish Queen, Charlotte Amalie has one of the most breathtaking deepwater harbors in the world. The key sights of Charlotte Amalie are located within the town centre, making it easy to combine sightseeing with St. Thomas’ fantastic shopping opportunities. Eighteenth century architecture provides the perfect backdrop for walking tours and shopping here in the "Duty Free Capital of the World." For a dose of history, visit Emancipation Park, the American-Caribbean History Museum, or Bluebeard the pirate's castle at Magen’s Bay. If tropical bliss is what you're after, head to any of Charlotte Amalie’s pristine beaches, where the warm water, white sands and palm trees will lull you into deep relaxation!

Basseterre, St. Kitts - The island England zealously defended from Brimstone Hill, the "Gibraltar of the West Indies." In Basseterre, a mini-London, there's Piccadilly Circus to shop and a gingerbread version of Big Ben by which to check the hour.

Our staff can assist you with all your travel arrangements.

Questions? Call us at 800-422-0711.
We can assist you with all your travel arrangements. We'd be happy to help you plan your flights, hotels or tours before and/or after your cruise conference.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
Please note that our shore excursions are operated separately and
independently of those offered by the cruise line.
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