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This Conference is for You!
Celebrity's Reflection takes the experience of the Carribean to the next level. Enjoy the beautiful breeze of the ocean and soak up the sunrays, in quality comfort and service. Savor fine dining that rivals anything you’d find on land. And discover even more ways to relax and renew.
Ship & Registration Information
Ship & Registration Information
Celebrity's Reflection
Celebrity's Reflection
Soak up the sun, salt breezes, and stunning scenery in open-air spaces on the Celebrity's Reflection. Savor fine dining that rivals anything you’d find on land. And discover even more ways to relax and renew.
Cabin Selection and Rates
Cabin Selection and Rates
Still Time to Register!
We offer an excellent educational return on your conference investment.
Register Early, for the Best Cabin Selection!
The rates below include the cost of the cruise,
registration fee and conference materials.
Special Promotion:
Special Promotion:
Everyone Receives Classic Beverage Package and Free Basic Wi-Fi!
Everyone Receives Classic Beverage Package and Free Basic Wi-Fi!
Inside (Category I1)
Inside (Category I1)
Participant Rate (1st Person): $4395
Spouse/Guest Rate (2nd Person): $1595
Oceanview (Category O2)
Oceanview (Category O2)
Participant Rate (1st Person): $4995
Spouse/Guest Rate (2nd Person): $1795
Veranda (Category V2)
Veranda (Category V2)
Participant Rate (1st Person): $5495
Spouse/Guest Rate (2nd Person): $1995
Concierge Class (Category C2)
Concierge Class (Category C2)
Participant Rate (1st Person): $5795
Spouse/Guest Rate (2nd Person): $1995
**Cabin prices are subject to change based upon availability**
Note: A $1200.00 per person deposit is required to hold the cabin.
Rates based on double occupancy. Rates do not include taxes & fees of $353.13 per person (All taxes and fees are subject to change).
Prices do not include airfare, taxes or insurance and are based on double occupancy. Single, triple and quad cabins are based on availability. To inquire about these cabin rates or for pre- or post-cruise hotel accommodations, call Jill Donati at Altair Travel And Cruises at 800-880-0055 or you may email her at jilldonati@altairtravel.com. Gratuities are not included they will be added to your onboard account. If you would like to prepay them please email Jilldonati@altairtravel.com
Booking Instructions
Booking Instructions
Contact Jill Donati of Altair Travel at 800-880-0055. In order to feel safe and secure when you travel, travel insurance is highly recommended for CUC Cruises and is included in the required deposit. Details on complete insurance coverage will be mailed with your documents.
Prices do not include airfare, taxes or insurance and are based on double occupancy. Single, triple and quad cabins are based on availability.
Passport Required
Passport Required
As portions of the trip involve visits to foreign ports, please make sure you bring a valid passport. U.S. & Canadian citizens MUST carry a valid passport with a validity date of 6 months beyond travel date.
Weather
Weather
The weather in the Caribbean during the month of December/January is generally pleasant. Average temperatures reach a high of about 84° during the day and 69° in the evenings.
Transfer Information
FT Lauderdale Airport to Port is $20.00 per person each way.
Miami Airport to Port is $30.00 per person each way
If arriving into Ft Lauderdale airport on Dec 28 your flight must arrive by 1130 am. If flying into Miami it must arrive by 11:00 am.
On January 4 you can book a flight out of Ft Lauderdale 11:30 a.m. or after and from Miami 1:00 p.m. or after.
** Please note it is highly recommended to arrive in the day before due to flight cancellations and delays.
Speaker Information
Speaker Information
Bruce Hoogstraten, President
High Street Coaching, LLC
Sundeep Kapur, Founder
Digital Credence
Cruise Itinerary & Sessions
Cruise Itinerary & Sessions
Your Conference Includes
Your Conference Includes
The New Year's Credit Union Educational Cruise Conference Includes:
7–Night Cruise aboard Celebrity's Reflection
All educational sessions, workshops and materials
Complete shipboard facilities
Onboard meals
World-class entertainment
Private cocktail/networking welcome reception
Plus .. enjoy numerous networking opportunities with other credit union professionals from across the country and "The Ones in Red."
Itinerary
Itinerary
December 28, 2026 — Fort Lauderdale, Florida
December 29, 2026 — Day at Sea
December 30, 2026 — Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
December 31, 2026 — Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
January 1, 2027 — St. John’s, Antigua
January 2, 2027 — Day at Sea
January 3, 2027 — Day at Sea
January 4, 2027 — Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Session Topics
Session Topics
Artificial Intelligence Meets Credit Union Boards
Creating a Good Governance Board Culture
Credit Union Boards and the Strategic Planning Process
CU Board Succession and Development
Putting Members First as We Chart Our Future
Looking at 2030: Trends, Challenges, and Key Initiatives
A Rational Deep Dive into Artificial Intelligence
Igniting Change: Developing Our People!
What Financial Products Will We Offer in Five Years?
Port Information
Port Information
New Years CU Educational Cruise Conference
New Years CU Educational Cruise Conference
Dec 28, 2026 - January 4, 2027
Aboard Celebrity Reflection®
Dec 28, 2026 - January 4, 2027
Aboard Celebrity Reflection®
The Caribbean is a region of The Americas that consists of the Caribbean Sea, its islands and the surrounding coasts. The region is southeast of the Gulf of Mexico and the North American mainland, east of Central America, and north of South America. So, let's set sail and in beautiful locations like the ones below...
Puerto Plata,
Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata,
Dominican Republic
Experience the beauty of this major trading port city! With history dating back since the 16th century, you're bound to discover something new. From the Fortaleza San Felipe fortress to the El Faro lighthouse, there's always something to see. Plenty full of savory cuisine, shops, museums, and beautiful beaches.
Charolette Amalie,
St. Thomas
Charolette Amalie,
St. Thomas
The popular Capital of the U.S Virgin Islands, named after the Danish queen Charolette Amalie of Hesse-Kassel, is full of activities. Check out Blackbeard's Castle, plenty of beautiful cathedrals such as the Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral, and experience Caribbean cuisine mixed with Danish History.
St. Johns, Antigua
St. Johns, Antigua
St. John’s, Antigua is one of the Caribbean’s most colorful, historic, and lively capitals, perfect if you want a mix of beaches, culture, shopping, and island charm. Check out sites such as St. Johns Cathedral or Heritage Quay, perfect for visiting boutiques, shops, or getting souvenirs.
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