Frequently Asked Questions

Are CE’s At Sea Conference Cruises Nationally Accredited?

Do I need a passport?

Do you offer any reimbursement assistance?

Will I get seasick?

Do you offer or recommend travel insurance?

Is this conference tax deductible?

Can I bring someone else?

Can I comfortably travel alone and attend your conference?

How do I coordinate all of my travel needs?

What does a Conference Cruise cost?

 

Answers

Are CE’s At Sea Conference Cruises Nationally Accredited?

Every CE’s At Sea Conference Cruise is approved by the Ohio Nurses Association (ONA), an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. (OBN-001-91) Our Conference Cruises offer between 14 to18 Contact Hours and should be accepted by all states. If you have any questions regarding your state’s accreditation policy, we recommend that you check with your State Board of Nursing.

Do I need a passport?

Yes! A passport is now required and we recommend that you apply at the time of your registration. If you already have a passport, you will need to remember to check the expiration date.

Do you offer any reimbursement assistance?

Contact CE’s At Sea and we will be happy to provide a personalized reimbursement letter to you immediately. Many CE’s At Sea Conference Cruise attendees have found this letter to be very helpful in expediting financial support and time off from their employers. This letter will give your manager a breakdown of all travel, conference costs and benefits.

Will I get seasick?

Not likely. This is the most frequently asked question but it is rarely a problem. Today’s ships are designed with stabilizers, which minimize the ship’s rocking. If you have a history of experiencing carsickness or airsickness, you may want to consult your physician prior to traveling. Many people find the use of accu-pressure wristbands helpful. Also, there are several over-the-counter medications such as Bonine and Dramamine, which are beneficial and available at no charge on board.

Do you offer or recommend travel insurance?

CE’s At Sea is committed to helping you navigate through the uncharted waters of your travel preparation. We want you to be protected in the event of an unexpected life issue. Since we believe that all travel should be protected by CSA Travel Insurance, we have included CSA Travel Protection Plan in our package pricing and have passed along the discounted group rates to you!

CSA Travel Protection Plan combines travel protection and 24/7 assistance service and provides you with peace of mind wherever you travel. The benefits include: coverage for cancellation – caused illness or injury, delays while traveling, lost baggage, and medical or dental emergencies. All travelers are also covered for pre-existing medical conditions. Policy also includes CSA’s renowned 24-hour Worldwide Emergency Assistance Services for each group member…help is just a phone call away!

Is this conference tax deductible?

In your conference syllabus, we provide you with everything you need for your taxes, i.e., a conference brochure, a Conference Registration Fee receipt, a reimbursement letter and a “paid in full” invoice. CE’s At Sea suggests that you consult with your personal tax accountant regarding specific deductions.

Can I bring someone else?

Of course…we encourage it! All friends and family are welcome and there is an abundance of activities on any cruise ship for people of all ages! Our conference sessions are held on 3 days from 7:00 am - 1:00 pm, during the days the ship is at sea. On your port days, there are no conference sessions, giving you lots of time to create memories with your friends and family.

Can I comfortably travel alone and attend your conference?

Yes! CE’s At Sea’s Conference Cruises are a great way for nurses who opt to travel alone and join our group onboard. When you first board the ship, you will meet other nurses at our Welcome Aboard Cocktail Party and at dinner the first night. You can be as socially independent as you’d like or feel free to join in our group’s planned events! CE’s At Sea can arrange an individual cabin for you, or we can personally arrange to match you with another nurse attending the conference as your cabin mate. Cabin matching is such an important service that, Barbara Herrera RNE President of the CE’s At Sea, personally does all the cabin matching. She takes into consideration your personal requests, smoking preference and age during this process. This service has been successful for many nurses who have traveled with us over the past 16 years and many friendships have been formed as a result!

How do I coordinate all of my travel needs?

CE’s At Sea will coordinate your registration and any travel needs, including hotel and flight arrangements. When you register, we will give you travel parameters, group hotel rates, and 3 options for flight arrangements. It’s easy…we take good care of our nurses!

What does a Conference Cruise cost?

Costs vary according to conference and itinerary. See specific conference cruise brochure for exact cabin pricing and Conference Registration Fee. A CE’s At Sea Conference Cruise Specialist will detail your exact pricing at the time of registration.