CMEatSEA River Cruise 2011 EASTERN EUROPE EXPLORER
September 27 – October 11, 2011 Up to 30 CME Hours Diabetes/Endocrinology Update 2011
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Itinerary
Trace the millennia-old timeline from the Black Sea along the Danube Cruise through seven countries – Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania – and visit five capitals, seeing sights that you won’t forget, immersing yourself in new cultures, meeting new friends, and discovering the surprising flavours of colourful folklore, musical traditions, and culinary delights.
This cruise showcases recent historic and political changes in Central and Eastern Europe. Vibrant capitals like Vienna, Budapest, Bucharest, Belgrade, and Bratislava slow the cultural diversity of their proud citizens. History, nature, and hospitable people are all awaiting your discovery on this all encompassing Eastern Europe cruise.
September 27, 2011 Arrive Vienna
September 28, 2011 Vienna Capture Vienna’s imperial history during a tour that takes you along the stately Ringstrasse. Stroll through the Hofburg grounds to St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and visit the Austrian National Library and the Schönbrunn Palace. This evening, enjoy a Vienna Concert.
September 29, 2011 Vienna After a city tour, you will be transferred to the River Countess. overnight onboard
September 30, 2011 Vienna
October 1, 2011 Bratislava Admire Bratislava’s eclectic architecture of Gothic, Baroque, and Art Deco styles on your walking tour.
October 2, 2011 Budapest Your panoramic tour of Budapest gives you a sweeping view of all its famous sights.
October 3, 2011 Budapest, cruising the Danube ½ day tour of Puszta
October 4, 2011 Vukovar (Osijek) Tour Osijek and experience Croatian life while meeting students during a school visit.
October 5, 2011 Belgrade You’ll be taken on a panoramic drive through Belgrade, which features the Belgrade Fortress in Kalemegdan Park, St. Sava Cathedral, and a visit to Tito’s Memorial
October 6, 2011 Kostolac (Viminacium) Resident archeologists bring the historic grandeur of the excavations at Viminacium alive. The former Roman city boasted villas, thermal baths, a mausoleum, and even an amphitheather
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October 7, 2011 Cruising the scenic Iron Gates, Vidin Relax onboard as you cruise the spectacular Iron Gates, an 80-mile sequence of gorges that the mighty Danube cut through the Carpathian Mountains and one of the most dramatic natural displays of beauty in Europe.
October 8, 2011 Vidin (Belogradchik) Visit the legendary Medieval Baba Vida Fortress and Belogradchik, a fairytale world of weathered red sandstone in fantastic formations and one of the natural wonders of Bulgaria.
October 9, 2011 Rousse Enjoy leisure time exploring Rousse, Bulgaria’s fourth-largest city. Walk along the lively pedestrian zone, known for its 19th and 20th century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture.
October 10, 2011 Rousse (Varna) Visit Varna’s Archeological Museum, home to the oldest gold treasure in the world. Savor Bulgarian cuisine.
October 11, 2011 Giurgiu, Bucharest Disembark the ship and transfer to the airport or to the hotel in Bucharest for the option 2 night post cruise tour in Bucharest.
Optional 2 night post cruise package
October 11, 2011 Bucharest Enjoy a Bucharest city tour prior to your transfer to the hotel
October 12, 2011 Bucharest Full day Bran Castle tour with lunch or ¾ day Peles Castle with lunch at Rhine cellars and sparkling wine tasting.
October 13, 2011 Bucharest Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
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Cruise Highlights
12 Night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the Stunning River Countess
All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
Complimentary fine wine, beer and soft drinks during lunch and dinner; bottled water in your stateroom; and 24-hour specialty coffees and teas during your Cruise
All shore excursions as described, fully hosted by English Speaking local guides
State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
Use of bicycles during the Cruise
Captivating onboard local entertainement
Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Dinners
An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, all English-speaking staff
Wireless internet in public areas
Free self-serve laundry
Beautiful panoramic main lounge with full-service bar, cozy Captain's lounge and library, elegant restaurant, sun deck with chess and shuffleboard, sky lounge, fitness room, sauna, massage treatments, gift boutique, guest laundry, and ironing facilities, and elevator
FREE air from Toronto or New York with transfers in Bucharest and Vienna
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Cruising With Uniworld Why River Cruising?
The river: historic and breathtakingly serene and tranquil.
Your ship: an elegant floating hotel with all the comforts of home.
You: completely at ease because you unpack only once!
River cruising is a wonderful story of discovery—complete with easygoing comfort and convenience. You’ll uncover treasures you find straight out of history books and fairytales—charming squares, magnificent cathedrals, bustling marketplaces—often just a stroll away from the ship. There is no waiting in long lines to get on or off the ship, and there are always amazing things to see—scenic vineyards, historic castles, or countless UNESCO World Heritage Sites—from the comfort of your stateroom.
There are many ways to travel through Europe, but none compare to the intimate, stylish, and sophisticated experience of a river cruise.
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WHY THE RIVER COUNTESS?
Staterooms: The boutique hotel experience onboard a Uniworld cruise ship flourishes in our luxurious staterooms and suites. Decorated by the renowned interior design team of the award-winning Red Carnation Hotel Collection, each stateroom and suite is furnished with the best in comfort and quality. Hotel-style beds draped in the softest Egyptian combed cotton sheets, cashmere/wool blankets and duvets with a choice of pillows, including down
Modern amenities include a flat-screen TV with a selection of viewing choices, generous closet space, vanity with
make-up mirror, hair dryer, individually controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, personal safe and
complimentary bottled water on all European ships
Beautiful bathrooms fitted with lavish robes, exquisite L'Occitane bath and body amenities, luxurious towels
from Christies of Manchester, the most renowned towel maker in Europe
Suites offer extra space, sitting area with sofa and chairs, floor-to-ceiling windows and on select ships French
balconies
Dining: A wonderful dining experience calls for a few special ingredients: Inviting ambiance of an elegant restaurant with a beautiful scenic backdrop
A professionally-trained culinary staff who stands ready to fulfill your requests including providing
recommendations from our wine list planned by our award winning European sommelier
Gourmet cuisine prepared fresh daily with the finest ingredients, often brought onboard from local markets
International chefs from London’s five-star Meridian Piccadilly and Relais & Châteaux Hotels
Al fresco evening dining on the beautiful open-air sun deck
Open seating for all dining occasions
Service: Gracious and accommodating, your all English-speaking staff has been well-trained in the art of hospitality. This means getting to know you, understanding your individual preferences, sharing their insights into the destinations you visit and offering you those extra special luxuries that make your experience more personalized.
When you join Uniworld on a river cruise, expect to be well cared for, from port to port. With around the clock 24-hour reception service, whatever you need, day or night, we are here to assist. Here, "well trained" is not just a phrase, but our philosophy. It’s the spirit in which we go above and beyond to ensure your journey provides memories that will last a lifetime.
With Uniworld, you’ll enjoy an atmosphere flowing with a sense of welcoming warmth and intimacy. All English-speaking staff
Professionally-trained Cruise and Hotel Managers
Over 98% guest service satisfaction rates
Condé Nast “Gold List” winning team with highest honors in hospitality
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STATEROOMS
Suite
Approximately 214 sq ft
Category 1
Approximately 151 sq ft
Category 2
Approximately 151 sq ft
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Category 3
Approximately 151 sq ft
Category 4 and Category 5
Approximately 151 sq ft
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TESTIMONIALS
This was a well planned, well executed CME. I’ll recommend it to colleagues. Dr. E. Udoeyop, Cornwall ON
At CMEatSEA you really are treated as ‘family’. Dr. Bob Thompson, Drayton Valley AB
This adventure was without a doubt the best of our five CME trips: dramatic in ways we could never have anticipated. It is difficult to identify highlights in such a successful journey but the outstanding event was Lunch on the Great Wall. That is unlikely to ever be equaled. Close seconds were the sampan races, Geiko evening, the tea ceremony and the kids at Wanzou. Dr. Robert Fairbairn, Chatham ON
Well worthwhile. Refreshing approach to CME. Dr. Peter Methven, Langley BC
My wife and I were overwhelmed by your hospitality, efficiency and excellence on this trip. We want to thank everybody that made this trip such a super experience. We will definitely see you on a future program! Thank you again! Dr. Fanie De Nysschen, Cabri SK
I really enjoyed the CMEatSEA and our 1st cruise. It was a very good balance of life, vacation and education. The CMEatSEA was very well organized. Dr. Dennis Dahl, Moose Factory ON
You have a high caliber of speakers. I usually don’t expect to have this much new information from most seminars. Dr. Anthony Lam, Calgary AB
As you advertise – a trip of a lifetime. Dr. Denis Lacroix, Hearst ON
Overall, the experience was fantastic. The attention to detail and organization was great. It was wonderful to not have to wrestle with our luggage. The shore excursions and activities were wonderful. Dr. Winston Jong, Mississauga ON
The organization, attention to detail, the quality of CME, and excursions were superb. Dr. William Cross, Cobourg ON
This was the best organized of the 3 cruises that I have presented at. Your attention to detail was amazing. Family felt part of the experience. Dr. Roman Jovey (presenter), Mississauga ON
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September 27 – October 11, 2011 Diabetes/Endocrinology Update 2011 River Countess ***FREE AIR – Companion Travels and Flies FREE. Delegate Flight included** Accommodation Rates:* Delegate Companion Category 5 $12699 FREE Category 4 $13499 FREE Category 3 $14299 FREE Category 2 $15199 FREE Category 1 (French Balcony) $15699 FREE Suite (French Balcony) $17199 FREE
CME Fee ** Delegate $1495 Partner Program $795 Cruise Taxes/Gratuities: Per person $365 Payment Information: Deposit $2500 ***Pricing Subject to Availability and Change – FREE Air is from YYZ, JFK – low air add-ons will be available Cancellation Fees: 121+ days in advance No cancellation fee 120-90 days in advance 25% of the total price 89-65 days in advance 50% of the total price 64-45 days in advance 75% of the total price 44-0 days in advance Non-Refundable *Stateroom prices include FREE Air; all on board accommodation, meals, activities and events as described; wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner Insurance for this departure is obligatory **CME Fees subject to 5% GST at time of Final Payment. BC & ON residents, CME fees are subject to HST at the time of Final Payment. ***Free Air from YYZ or JFK. Low air add-ons from other gateways available. Please call for more details. Air credit is $1000 per couple if the ‘FREE air’ is not taken. Final Payment is due May 27, 2011. All funds stated in US dollars. CMEatSEA reserves the right to change or cancel course content, speaker or topics for cause.
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River Cruise Registration Form USD GENERAL INFORMATION:
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Partner Program $795 Cruise Taxes/Gratuities: Per person $365 Payment Information: Deposit*** $2500 *Stateroom prices include all on board accommodation, meals, activities and events; beverages as described and FREE air from YYZ, JFK – low air add-ons from other gateways available. Insurance for this departure is obligatory Air credit is $1000 per couple if the FREE air is not taken. **CME Fees subject to 5% GST at time of the Final Payment. BC & ON residents, CME fees are subject to HST at the time of Final Payment. Final Payment is due May 27, 2011 Please see Cancellation Penalties for this departure All funds stated in USD CMEatSEA reserves the right to change or cancel course content, speaker or topics for cause. We cannot invoice for payment. Registration will not be completed without payment. Payment Method ____Visa ____MasterCard ____Cheque (Payable to Cruise Connections Canada)
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