10 Day Southern Caribbean/Panama Canal Cruise
March 3-13, 2010
on the Holland America Line ms Zuiderdam |
International College of Dentists USA Section Foundation “FUN” Raiser!
In the year 2010, the Foundation will be presenting Continuing Educational Course XXVII. This CEC will be unique in the fact that it will take place on a ten day Panama Canal Cruise. As the title implies it is a “FUN” raiser and not a Fund raiser. Group rates will apply. Extra activities will be included whenever possible. The date is March 3rd to March 13th, 2010. It will be a perfect time to cruise after a long winter to have fun and an educational opportunity. It is also unique in the fact that ICD Fellows can invite family, dental friends, and non dental friends to join them on the cruise. Sixteen hours of CEC is free to all the Fellows of the International College of Dentists and also their auxiliaries. Dentist who are not Fellows of the College, are welcome to take the 16 hours of CEC at a cost of $395.00 and auxiliaries $195.00. Family and non dental friends are under no obligations other than the cost of the cruise. The CEC will be given the 4 days that we are at sea.
Dr. Michael A. Luberto, President ICD USA Section Foundation
Speaker Dr. John P. Gobetti:
John Gobetti, DDS, MS was a professor and director of the undergraduate Medicine/Oral Diagnosis at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. John is board certified in oral medicine. He retired on January 1, 2007 and is an active Professor Emeritus. Graduating from the University of Michigan in 1968 with a DDS degree, he then obtained an MS in Oral diagnosis and Radiology in 1971. He is board certified in Oral Medicine since 1986. His 40 year academic career has been dedicated to teaching, research, and patient care. Jack considers teaching “a privilege and an honor”. During his 40 years of teaching over 5000 dental and hygiene student have benefited from Dr. Gobetti’s dedication to the profession of dentistry. He is semi-retired, changing his focus from graduate and undergraduate students to continuing education courses throughout the state and country. He is active in dental consulting and forensic dentistry.
Dr. Gobetti will have four topics for the CEC aboard the ship when we are at sea:
-
Management of patients with Coronary Artery Disease.
-
Evaluating, Controlling and Preventing Pain.
-
The Clinical Examination and Common Pathologic Entities.
-
Patient Records—Risk Management.
Hand outs will be included
Day |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
0 |
Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
- |
05:00 PM |
1 |
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas TR SE |
08:00 AM |
03:00 PM |
2 |
At Sea |
- |
- |
3 |
Oranjestad, Aruba |
Noon |
10:00 PM |
4 |
Willemstad, Curacao |
08:00 AM |
05:00 PM |
5 |
At Sea |
- |
- |
6 |
Enter Panama Canal Cristobal CO |
05:00 AM |
- |
6 |
Gatun Lake, Panama SC TR |
09:00 AM |
10:00 AM |
6 |
Exit Panama Canal Cristobal CO |
01:00 PM |
01:00 PM |
6 |
Cristobal, Panama |
02:00 PM |
07:00 PM |
7 |
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica |
06:30 AM |
04:00 PM |
8 |
At Sea |
- |
- |
9 |
At Sea |
- |
- |
10 |
Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
07:00 AM |
- |
Feature of the ms Zuiderdam
Vista Dining Room: features impeccable service and an extensive wine list. Five-course menus include continental cuisine, vegetarian and low-carb options.
Pinnacle Grill: This intimate reservations-only venue offers an elegant, sophisticated dining experience. Featuring premium Sterling Silver beef, inspired seafood dishes and many select wines rated "Excellent" by Wine Spectator - as well as distinctive Bvlgari® china, Riedel® stemware and Frette® linens.
Lido Restaurant: offers a relaxed ambiance for all three meals and features a variety of fresh, cooked-to-order specialties.
The Culinary Arts Center, presented by Food & Wine Magazine: a state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen offering interactive gourmet cooking lessons taught by Master Chefs or culinary guests.
Explorations Café, powered by The New York Times: a comfortable, coffee house environment where you can browse through an extensive library, surf the Internet and check email or simply read the morning paper.
Greenhouse Spa & Salon: features heavenly beauty and wellness rituals. Enjoy a facial, hot stone massage, steam in a thermal suite and have your hair and nails done for a special evening.
Vista Show Lounge: features talented vocalists, dancers, illusionists, comedians and variety acts
Crow's Nest: offers sweeping 270° views during the day, and a hip, fashionable nightclub each evening.
Club HAL®: dedicated youth facilities and activities for kids ages 3 - 12; activities are supervised and age appropriate.
The Loft: designed exclusively for teens (13 - 17) to have fun, socialize and hang out with people their own age.
Art: Holland America Line is known for the extensive art collections onboard each ship. Now, fine art goes high tech with the Holland America Line. You are invited to enjoy the self-guided walking tour for each ship which highlights the art onboard an eclectic collection that is valued at tens of millions of dollars.A painting of Queen Beatrix by pop culture artist and icon, Andy Warhol, is one of the notable art works on board. Art featured in the tour also includes medallions by Frank Lloyd Wright, cast aluminum elevator doors inspired by the art deco work of the New York Chrysler Building, and a massive floral painting by Charles Ben. You will also discover a large collection of antiques and centuries-old paintings throughout the ship.
Prices:
Prices are per person; based on double occupancy
Superior Verandah Suites - $2,454 per person
Veranda - $1,855.00 per person
Outside - $1,645.00 per person (picture window)
Inside - $1,485.00 per person
Plus: For the Fellows of the College, CEC is provided at no charge. Non-Fellows that are dentists are invited to attend 16 hours of CEC by speaker, Dr. John Gobetti at a cost of $395.00 and auxiliaries $195.00. Family and non dental friends are under no obligations other than the cost of the cruise. The CEC will be given the 4 days while at sea.
Includes:
- All standard meals, activities and entertainment onboard ship
- 24 hour room service
- All port, fuel and government charges
- Gratuities for onboard service personnel
Note: taxes and fuel supplements are subject to change.
Excludes:
- Airfare, transfers, and baggage handling
- Shore excursions
- Spa treatments
- Insurance
Reserve Now! First Come, First Served!
Deposit of $500 per person and legal names due to Classic Travel to hold cruise space!
Click here to print the registration form to hold your space today!
Mail or Fax completed registration forms to:
Classic Travel
Attn: Jean Southwick or Joy Thrun
4767 Okemos Road , Okemos, Mi 48864
Fax: (517) 349-6656
For additional information, please contact us at:
e-mail: Jean: jean@classictravelusa.com, Joy: joy@classictravelusa.com
Phone: (517) 349-6200, Or, Toll Free: (800) 643-3449
Final payments are due by December 2nd 2009.
Space is limited, sign-up as soon as possible!
