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'Credit Union Winds of Change Symposium at Sea' "The Pearls of the Riviera Adventure" June 17 - 27, 2009 Oceania Cruise Lines ... 'Nautica'
Exploring These Beautiful, Romantic Ports of Call ... Depart Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy/ Sorrento (Capri), Italy/ Amalfi (Positano), Italy/ Olbia (Sardinia), Italy/ Florence (Livorno), Italy/ Monte Carlo, Monaco/ Saint-tropez, France/ Provence (Marseille), France/ Palma de Mallorca, Spain/ End in Barcelona, Spain
EMAIL: educruises@adtrav.com REGISTER ONLINE NOW: Simply Click Here "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
Explore What the Future Holds For Credit Unions: The speed of change is both exciting and frightenning. Credit Unions can't continue to do "business as usual", but must become flexible and quick. To be able to do this, credit unions must have a good grasp on what changes are blowing their way. Participants in this credit union cruise/conference will be given a better understanding of what changes are coming, how to prepare for fast paced change, and how to use change to better serve the members. Board this EduCruise to attend the most interesting educational event you have ever experienced. Board this EduCruise to benchmark your strategic thinking, examine new success strategies and prepare for those seen and unseen risks that threaten our very existence. This EduCruise will take your credit union to a new level and will offer a wake-up call to many. Don't miss this educational opportunity of a lifetime. Issues We Will Navigate:
Discussion Leaders To Help Us Stay the Course: Speakers To Be Announced Soon
Visit Beautiful, Romantic Ports of the Western Mediterranean:
Rome, Italy Spend a day reveling in magnificent monuments from the ancient Roman Forum and Coliseum to the splendor of St. Peter's Basilica, the Pièta and Michelangelo's breathtaking frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Or enjoy a drive through the lush farmlands of the Roman countryside to lovely, medieval Castelgandolfo. Sorrento/Capri, Italy Beautiful Capri with its stunning panoramas, villages, charming piazzas and a visit to the Villa San Michele make a nice diversion. Visit the ruins at Pompeii, take a cooking lesson in Sorrento or enjoy a drive along the beautiful coast to pretty Positano, its homes clinging to the hillside. Amalfi/Positano, Italy Discover chic Positano with its relaxed, sophisticated air and white Moorish-style houses clinging to steep slopes around a sparkling bay filled with colorful fishing boats. Then visit enchanting Amalfi and admire the 12th-century Capuchin monastery and see the beautiful 11th-century Cathedral and cloister before exploring on your own. Olbia/Sardinia, Italy Wander through this lovely town and visit its 11th century cathedral with Roman artifacts and Punic burials. Or drive into the stunningly beautiful countryside of the Costa Smeralda with its towering cliffs, quiet grottoes and exquisite sandy beaches beside emerald green waters. Explore the enigmatic remnants of the ancient Nuraghic culture. Florence/Pisa, Italy Spend a glorious day amidst the fabled architecture of this Renaissance city. See the Duomo with Brunelleschi's dome, the Baptistry, Michelangelo's magnificent David, the bridge over the Arno and the astonishing Uffizi Gallery. Visit Pisa's superb Campo dei Miracoli and its beautiful Cathedral and famed Campanile. Or enjoy the Tuscan countryside, Siena and San Gimignano, renowned for its medieval towers. Portofino, Italy Stroll through picturesque Portofino and Santa Margherita. Be awed by the stunning scenery as you explore the beautiful coastal resorts of Ravallo, Sestri Levante or San Fruttuoso by local boat and on foot. Monte Carlo, Monaco Drive along the famous Grand Corniche with its stunning views of Monaco and the Old City then stroll through this marvelous quarter and its pink Grimaldi Palace. And don't forget the Casino! Explore the wonderful old villages along the Cote d'Azur to medieval Eze or Cannes, Grasse and lovely St. Paul de Vence - each one a jewel to be savored. Saint-tropez, France Enjoy the exquisite hilly Provençal countryside beyond this resort and its charming villages with their narrow stepped streets, lovely churches and stunning scenic views. Visit a local winery or take a drive along the rugged coast and revel in the wonderful views of the landscape, the beaches, the islands and the magnificent Massif des Maures. Provence/Marseille, France See the sights and enjoy the views of historic old Marseille and visit the charming fishing port of Cassis. Or venture into the celebrated Provencal countryside and explore lovely Aix or stroll through Avignon and see the Papal palace, the famed bridge and the hilltop village of Les Baux Barcelona, Spain Visit the magnificent Gothic Cathedral and the amazing La Sagrada Familia, Antoní Gaudí's unfinished masterpiece. Enjoy the lovely Montjuic Gardens, Gaudí's other fabulous structures; the charming squares of the old Gothic Quarter and the Ramblas, Barcelona's famed downtown promenade. Or visit beautiful Montserrat and its monastery, in a breathtaking setting high in the mountains.
Welcome to the World of Oceania Cruises:
Formed in 2002 by luxury cruise industry veterans Joe Watters and Frank Del Rio, Oceania Cruises is the world’s largest upper premium cruise line. The finest cuisine at sea, award-winning itineraries and outstanding value define Oceania Cruises’ five-star product and have positioned the company as the cruise line of choice for travelers seeking a truly refined and casually elegant travel experience. Our three intimate and luxurious 684-guest ships allow you to explore the world in unequalled style and comfort. Elegant and mid-size, you’ll find the onboard atmosphere is extremely convivial, and with more than 400 staff members at your disposal, you will experience a level of personalized service that is unrivaled. You will enjoy the flexibility of four open seating restaurants; you dine when, where and with whom you choose. Our 5 Star menus are crafted under the meticulously watchful eye of renowned master chef Jacques Pépin, our Executive Culinary Director. Host of numerous public television series, he is one of America's best known chefs, food columnists and cook book authors. He has also served as the personal chef to no less than three French heads of state, including Charles de Gaulle.
Welcome Aboard the Nautica:
The newest member of the Oceania Cruises fleet, Nautica is a sister ship that radiates her own unique warmth and character. Her distinctive personality shines through from the moment you first step into her newly redesigned, neo-classical lobby or Toscana, resplendent in rich new fabrics and furnishings that reflect the charisma of Tuscany. Nautica boasts decks and verandas graced with the finest teak and exquisite custom stone and tile work. To ensure the elegance shines throughout the entire experience, there is all new Villeroy & Boch china, the finest silver and crystal, and a distinctive museum-quality art collection that is an eclectic melding of traditional and contemporary, with a touch of whimsy.
Incredible Group Rates
Your Rate Includes Many Things: Above rates include stateroom, most meals, fabulous entertainment, conference registration fee, port charges, transfers, government fees and taxes, fuel surcharge, and trip cancellation insurance. Rates are based on double occupancy, except when noted. Cabins are subject to availability. To attend conference and/or to take advantage of these low group rates, all cabin reservations must be booked through "ADTRAV Meetings & Incentives", our new travel affiliate. Only those travel arrangements that are booked through "ADTRAV" will be covered by the included insurance premium. Individuals must pay air taxes. The cabin deposit and Conference Registration Fee is immediately payable upon first booking this cruise/conference. Cruise Rates subject to change by cruise line. Credit Cards are NOT ACCEPTED for payment. EXTRA EDUCRUISE BONUS: "UP TO $950 PER PERSON AIR ALLOWANCE FROM SELECT CITIES" (Only applies to first 2 persons sharing a cabin.)
"Pearls of the Riviera Adventure"
Photos Courtesy of Oceania Cruises Register Now ... CLICK HERE
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