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Treasures of the Caribbean ...
'Credit Union Salty Dialog Symposium at Sea'
"A Special Holiday Sailing Adventure"
December 28, 2008 - January 4, 2009
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line ... "Mariner of the Seas"
Exploring These Lush Pirate Hideaways ...
Ocho Rios, Jamaica/ George Town, Grand Cayman/ Cozumel, Mexico/
Labadee, Haiti/ Roundtrip - Port Canaveral, Florida
Call Our CU EduCruise Travel Hotline NOW to Sign Aboard!
Call Toll Free: 1-800-343-1070
Ask for any of these travel specialists ... Brandi, Penny, Kellie or Kathy
brandiadvance@bellsouth.net pennyadvance@bellsouth.net kellieadvance@bellsouth.net
General Program Information: info@educruises.com
"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover."
-Mark Twain
Discuss Critical Issues Aboard This Special Holiday Cruise/Conference:
Board this EduCruise to attend the most unique, high energy credit union educational event you have ever experienced. Board this EduCruise to discuss those cutting-edge issues that will impact your credit union's future, benchmark your strategic thinking, discover new leadership strategies, and prepare for those seen and unseen risks that threaten our very existence.
This Caribbean adventure will be the one credit union conference that you'll be talking about for years. Discuss key credit union issues as you ring in the New Year on this special Holiday Sailing. Be sure to bring the entire board, committees, management team, family members and guests! Brace yourself for excitement, challenge, and adventure on the high seas.
"Because this is a special Holiday Sailing, cabins are selling out quickly. Call us NOW to book a cabin while space is still available. Don't miss the boat on this rare holiday cruise/conference!"
Issues We Will Navigate:
- Uncovering Buried Treasure: Improving Your Credit Union's Bottom Line Through Service
- Batten Down the Hatches: Testing Your Credit Union's Agility and Positioning For Growth
- Yo Ho, Yo Ho: The Future of Our Credit Union Movement
- Dead Pirates Tell Know Tales: How to Build High Performance Teams
- Prepare the Cannons: How to Defeat the Competition
- Master & Commander: Who is Really Leading Your Credit Union?
- Sink or Swim: Moving Your Credit Union to the Next Level
- Walking the Gangplank: Helping Your Non-Performers Move On
- Beware of Davy Jone's Locker: Why Some Credit Unions Will Merge or Die
- Pirates Parley: Effective Board/Management Communication Styles and Techniques
- Hoisting the Anchor: The New Strategic Organization
- Some Salty Dialog: Let's Discuss Key Issues & Trends
- And Much More ...
Swashbuckeling Speakers To Help Us Stay the Course:
John Vardallas, international credit union speaker and consultant, is founder of The American Boomer, an international Credit Union business consulting organization. He conducts and facilitates leadership, management development, marketing and strategic planning seminar training for credit union staff and volunteer leaders. He is one of the most requested speakers in the credit union industry and has spoken before thousands of credit union volunteers and management teams during his 20-year career. John has facilitated countless credit union strategic planning sessions around the world.
An international trend watcher, he also helps leaders synthesize credit union industry trends into strategic organizational directions. He is the author of Leadership Thoughts for Prospering in the 21st Century.
Tony Robinson, founder and President of Credit Union EduCruises, has over 30 years history within the credit union movement. His area of expertise includes credit union sales and service culture development, volunteer recruitment and training strategies, and board/management communication. His extensive credit union background includes: Director of Education & Training with the Tennessee Credit Union League, Vice President of Business Development with a large Alabama based credit union, and Training Manager for a national credit union service organization. Tony has presented programs to numerous credit unions and credit union associations across the country. His participative, down home style, offers participants the opportunity to share and learn with each other, while having a fun, educational experience.
Benefits To You and Your Credit Union:
- Discover new volunteer creative-thinking methods
- Hear about new strategic leadership concepts
- Learn how to better deal with those changes that may impact the credit union
- Share with other CU volunteers and management staff from around the country
- Create a game-plan for long-term success
- Discuss new methods for dealing with a changing world
- Find solutions to problems your CU faces
- Compared to other CU cruise/conferences, you'll save money, learn more, and simply have fun !!
Escape the Cold of Winter to Explore These Hot Tropical Ports Over the Holidays ...
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| Grand Cayman is one of a group of three magnificent tropical islands Christopher Columbus called "Las Tortugas" (the turtles) for the sea creatures he found in the ocean water. The designation did not endure, however, for on later maps the islands were labeled the Caimanau, the Carib Indian word for "crocodile." The name "Caimanas" refers inaccurately to the iguanas native to the islands, which were perhaps at one point mistaken for crocodiles. Among other attractions, visitors to the island will enjoy learning about the turtles, visiting the town of Hell, exploring Seven-Mile Beach and enjoying the undersea world. | |
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| The Conquistadors first saw Mexico from the shores of Cozumel while searching for gold. Today, visitors to the island continue to seek out gold and silver jewelry in the shops of San Miguel while having a great time in its many local bars and restaurants. Plus, the waters around Cozumel's sheltered coral reefs make this one of the best snorkeling areas in the world. |
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| On the north coast of Hispaniola, surrounded by beautiful mountain slopes and exotic foliage, sits Labadee®, Royal Caribbean's private paradise. This exclusive destination offers pristine beaches, breathtaking scenery and spectacular water activities. We even have an amazing new Aqua Park for kids. Regardless of where you go, you'll find yourself embraced by the beautiful landscape. Labadee's native charm, along with its natural beauty, make this a destination not to be missed, and only Royal Caribbean can take you there. |
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| The gateway to Central Florida, Port Canaveral provides access to the wonderful theme parks and entertainment complexes of Orlando, the spectacular wonders of the Kennedy Space Center and the natural habitats of the alligator and Florida manatee | | | | |
A Modern-Day Treasure Ship Experience ...
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Guests on Mariner of the Seas experience one of the most exciting cruise ships ever built. With a total length of 1,020 feet, a weight of 138,000 tons and a capacity to hold 3,114 passengers, Mariner of the Seas has something for everyone. Part of the Voyager family of cruise ships, which represents the highest public space-per-guest ratio in the cruise market, this spectacular ship was designed with enhanced staterooms, expanded dining options and state-of-the-art recreational facilities like a rock-climbing wall, ice-skating rink and basketball court.
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Take a walk down the Royal Promenade - it's Main Street U.S.A., right in the middle of the ocean |
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Challenge yourself on a rock wall 200 feet above the ocean |
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Work on your slice in a golf simulator |
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Soak up the sun in the stunning Solarium |
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Dance the night away at a world-class nightclub |
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Share a bottle of wine with new friends at Vintages, our wine bar |
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Hoist your favorite ale or lager at our unique British-themed pub |
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Enjoy your favorite treats, like Ben & Jerry's® ice cream and Seattle's Best Coffee® |
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Sample cuisine and wines from around the world in a spectacular three-story dining room |
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Share a romantic meal at one of our many specialty restaurants |
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Enjoy a juicy burger and fries at Johnny Rockets® |
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Learn to skate backwards on our ice-skating rink |
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Pick up a basketball or volleyball game on our full-size court |
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Give the kids a vacation to remember with our award-winning Adventure Ocean® Youth Program | |
"Davy Jones Locker Group Rates"
This Sailing Will Fill Up Fast ... Call Us Now
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Outside Stateroom |
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Balcony Staterooms |
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Mini Suites |
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(*Above rates include cruisefare, conference registration fee, transfers, port charges, government fees and taxes, and trip cancellation insurance. Rates are based per person based on double occupancy, except when noted. Cabins are subject to availability ... "first come, first serve". Rates do not include airfare, or ... pre or post packages. Air travel available from most cities. Airfare and pre & post packages are available. Will quote prices upon request. To attend conference and/or to take advantage of low group rates, all cabin reservations must be booked through Advance Travel only. Only those travel arrangements that are booked through Advance Travel will be covered by the included insurance premium. Conference Registration fee is payable immediately upon booking this cruise/conference. All rates are subject to change without notice by cruise line). We attempt to have the group sit together for early seating at dinner each night. If you do not prefer to have early seating, please let Advance Travel know as soon as possible so that they can attempt to seat you in your preferred seating time.
"Our Treasures of the Caribbean Adventure 2008"
Incredible 7- Night Itinerary
| Sunday |
Dec 28 |
Port Canaveral, Florida - Depart for Sea |
| Monday |
Dec 29 |
At Sea - Educational Sessions |
| Tuesday |
Dec 30 |
Labadee, Haiti |
| Wednesday |
Dec 31 |
Ocho Rios, Jamaica - New Years Eve |
| Thursday |
Jan 1, 09 |
George Town, Grand Cayman |
| Friday |
Jan 2 |
Cozumel, Mexico |
| Saturday |
Jan 3 |
At Sea - Educational Sessions |
| Sunday |
Jan 4 |
Port Canaveral, Florida - Depart for Home |
Photos Courtesy of Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
Call Our EduCruise Travel Hotline Now to Register
1-800-343-1070
For Conference Info:
info@educruises.com
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