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December 3–6, 2018
Speakers & Topics
Schedule
| Wednesday Nov 6, 2019 | Travel day | |
| Thursday Nov. 7 | Registration | 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm |
| Seminars | 2:00 pm – 6:30 pm | |
| Welcome Reception | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | |
| Friday Nov. 8 | Breakfast | 7:30 am – 8:00 am |
| Seminars | 8:00 am – 12:30 pm | |
| Saturday Nov. 9 | Seminars | 2:00 pm – 6:30 pm |
| Sunday Nov. 10 | Breakfast | 7:30 am – 8:00 am |
| Seminars | 8:00 am – 12:30 pm |
Accommodations
At the Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa, you will find an unspoiled paradise conveniently located in the U.S. Virgin Islands at the foothills of a rainforest nestled on white sand beaches of St.Croix. This luxury Caribbean resort is a well-kept secret of travelers who discovered its unmatched natural setting. A St. Croix resort for everyone, the Renaissance is suited for guests seeking either outdoor adventure or low-key relaxation. While on St. Croix, guests can explore historical Christiansted and Frederiksted, play golf at nearby Carambola Golf Club, snorkel and scuba dive right off our beach or relax in The Spa at Carambola. The spacious studio suites at the Renaissance offer views of the ocean and lush tropical gardens. Dining in the Saman Restaurant and Flamboyant Lounge offers a variety of continental and Caribbean cuisine. The Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa is the perfect hidden getaway located in the USVI.
At the Renaissance:
Near-By Dining
Group Rates:
Deluxe Island View: $259.00 sgl or dbl/night plus tax & resort fee
Deluxe Ocean View: $289.00 sgl or dbl/night plus tax & resort fee
Deluxe Beachfront: $319.00 sgl or dbl/night plus tax & resort fee
Additional Fees (subject to change without notice):
Rates are based on single or double occupancy. Additional persons sharing the room (above age 18) will be charged $10.00 per person, per day.
Room rates are subject to applicable taxes and fees, currently 15%, and resort fee which is $25.00 per room, per night.
Terms:
A valid credit card will be needed to guarantee your reservation.
Check-In is after 3:00pm. Check-Out is prior to 12:00pm. In the event a guest remains in their room later than 2:00pm, a half day guest room rate will be assessed.
Cancellations:
No penalty for cancellations outside of 30 days prior to your scheduled arrival. You will be charged for your complete stay if you cancel within 30 days of your scheduled arrival or are a no-show or depart early.
Room Description
Saman
Continental Cuisine. Saman offers exquisite ocean views from the open air dining terrace or indoor seating.
Flamboyant Beach Bar
Pub Cuisine. Featuring casual dining paired with stunning ocean views and a seasonal inventive menu. Outdoor terrace seating available.
Downtown Dining
A true USVI vacation, with decadent screen in porches with lush tropical and ocean views. All of the hotel studio suites feature a kitchenette and are over 525 sq ft. as well as extravagant guest bathrooms featuring double vanities, walk in closets, and travertine showers. The beachfront studio suites offer exceptional ocean views and are steps from the beach.
All resort guest rooms are studio suites are the same size and layout. The Deluxe category rooms have more amenities in the kitchenette. They have a full size refrigerator, 2 burner porcelain top stove and small dishwasher. The Island View rooms have a small size refrigerator and no stove or dishwasher. For more information, click here.
Things To Do
Spain, Great Britain, the Netherlands, France, the Knights of Malta, Denmark and the United States all played a role in its past and brought their influence to the native Arawak and Carib peoples. Experience the unique culture of St. Croix through its arts, crafts, music and more during a variety of festivals and cultural events throughout the year.
But these are only a few of the things you can enjoy on the island. St. Croix provides gorgeous beaches, world-class recreational activities, fine dining, casino, and golf. Although only 22.7 miles long and 8 miles at its widest point, the landscape of St. Croix is surprisingly diverse. Visiting just the two main towns of Saint Croix will give you a glimpse of the island’s incredible history—from regal 18th and 19th-century homes in Christiansted to a tropical rain forest in Frederiksted.
There’s a ton of things to see and do:
Christiansted Historic District
Sweet Bottom Dive Center
Enjoy scuba diving at the Virgin Island’s best shore dive site! Located at the Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa, Sweet Bottom is the place for anyone looking to dive St. Croix! Divers and non-divers alike are treated to over 300 yards of azure Caribbean waterfront, with endless opportunity for diving, snorkeling, boogie boarding, and swimming.
Caribbean Sea Adventures
Caribbean Sea Adventures offers daily Buck Island snorkeling/ beach trips, scuba diving, private charters and sunset sails. Buck Island Reef National Monument is a must for every visitor whether you snorkel the underwater trail, dive or just enjoy the beach! Buck Island’s main beauty lies in the surrounding coral reef ecosystem and its unique underwater trail. Turtle beach, on the west side of the island, was rated one of the world’s most beautiful beaches by National Geographic. You can sign up for a full or half day charter on either a power or sail boat, any day of the week. We look forward to showing you the beauty of St. Croix.
Need To Know
Registration
Online registration is easy and fast. But please confirm your hotel reservations prior to completing your registration or booking flights. Many Hotels are selling out many months ahead of our seminars. If you need to book a hotel room, click the link to the online hotel registration page. If none is available for your selected seminar, please fill out our hotel request form or contact our office at 800-487-5650. Please note that hotel rooms are not confirmed until you receive confirmation from the hotel (if you booked online thru our group link) or from our office for hotels that do not offer the online link.
IVS is now required by AAVSB RACE to upload your completed attendance into their “RACEtrack” system. Your state of license and your license number are required for all seminars starting in January 2022. More information is available at https://www.aavsb.org/ce-
Early Bird: $985.00
Advanced: $1005.00
Regular: $1025.00
Special Pricing:
Veterinary technicians are welcome- there is an $80 seminar registration discount
For International Travel
Passport requirements for international travel
Please note that all passengers traveling by air to or from the United States will be required to hold a valid passport. This requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens, traveling to and from Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean.
When planning international travel, please be sure that you are in possession of all required documents for both outbound and return flights. Remember to allow ample time for acquiring official travel documents.
For complete information on the U.S. Department of State’s New Travel Initiative Requirements, please visit travel.state.gov.
Pricing
No penalty for cancellations outside of 30 days prior to your scheduled arrival. You will be charged for your complete stay if you cancel within 30 days of your scheduled arrival or are a no-show or depart early.
Global Vet Community Meets CE Experiences
IVS trips are designed to meet your CE requirements while offering a break from traditional, conference-style learning. With focused half-day sessions, small-group learning, and destinations worth the journey, IVS creates close-knit communities where education feels both engaging and rewarding.
Earn Your CE Credits
IVS makes it easy — and worth the trip — to keep your CE hours current. Each trip includes 12–18 CE credit hours, along with access to a dedicated portal where certificates and trip details are easy to find when you need them.
Explore the World
Choose from 50+ destinations worldwide, including classic travel locations and Bio Bio adventure trips. No matter the setting, IVS seminars are structured to support focused learning in an environment that feels immersive — not overwhelming.
Connect With Your Community
IVS brings together veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and leading specialists in intentionally small groups. Designed for shared experience and meaningful discussion, these seminars foster professional connections that last well beyond your trip.
Get More from Every Trip
With points earned for every trip you attend, bonuses for referring friends, and a convenient user portal for tracking and seminar details, IVS makes earning your CE credits even more rewarding.
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The speakers were excellent, as were the accommodations. I love coming to IVS Seminars.”
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Thank you for a great conference! This was my first IVS experience, and it was great. … I’m hoping to arrange a trip for my vet school friends (11 of us total) in the future.”
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Good to Know Before You Go
Registration is simple. Browse upcoming seminars using the search on our homepage, then click through to the seminar page and complete registration online. You will receive an email confirmation once your registration is complete, and a separate email confirming your payment. Please keep both for your records. You can also call our office at 1-800-487-5650 to register by phone.
IVS holds group space at each seminar venue and handles hotel bookings on your behalf. You can book accommodations at the same time as your seminar registration or separately — whichever you prefer.
On your selected seminar’s page, click the Accommodations tab and scroll down to the Book Accommodations button. Please note: if you need a room outside the standard seminar dates, availability will need to be confirmed with the hotel. Hotel bookings made through our site are not automatic and require some processing time. Once confirmed, you will receive a hotel confirmation letter from IVS by email. All hotels require a credit card to guarantee your booking, and cut-off dates apply — early registration is always advised. Our team is available at 1-800-487-5650, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm PST.
10% of the registration fee is non-refundable. If you cancel more than 30 days before the seminar start date, you may choose a refund of the remaining 90% or a Future Transfer Credit (FTC). If you cancel within 30 days, only a Future Transfer Credit is issued. The FTC can be applied to any future IVS seminar within 2 years of your cancellation date; it is forfeited if not used within that window. To cancel, you must contact our office and receive email confirmation of your cancellation before the seminar begins. Cancellations requested after the seminar has started, or without email confirmation on file, will forfeit the full registration fee. Please also note that cancellations will remove any Loyalty Program points earned from that registration.
IVS specializes in small group seminars — usually fewer than 80 people per seminar. Most veterinarians appreciate the smaller setting, as it allows for more interaction with speakers and other participants and gives everyone a chance to get their questions answered.
International Veterinary Seminars is an AAVSB RACE-approved provider of CE, which is accepted by all state boards throughout the US and Canada. We are provider #13 and are also an approved provider in New York State. Please contact your state board or our office with any questions. For more information, visit the AAVSB RACE program website.
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