Upcoming Galapagos Islands Cruise
Galapagos Islands
| April 13th - 23rd, 2027
IVS has teamed up with Bio Bio Expeditions to offer you a trip of a lifetime. Since 1993, Bio Bio has been a leader in delivering top quality travel experiences to guests from age 8 to 80 who share their love of the outdoors. Because of their extensive experience Bio Bio is responsible for the planning and implementation of the complete trip. To register for the seminar and for all questions relating to the trip, please call Bio Bio Expeditions at 1-800-246-7238 or visit www.bbxrafting.com.
Featuring a larger more luxurious Motor Yacht “Galapagos Legend” in 2027
“The Enchanted Islands”
This is a paradise where animals have no fear of man; it is a magical realm where creatures seem to be enchanted. They have fantastic, unique and fascinating forms with behaviors impossible to find anywhere else in the world. , this archipelago is unique and one of the wonders of world.
UNESCO declared the Galapagos Islands a World Natural Heritage this archipelago is unique and one of the wonders of world.
Biodiversity thrived in a territory of volcanic material that emerged from the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean millions of years ago. Cormorants forgot to fly, iguanas learned to swim, turtles became gigantic, and sharks, mild. This is a place where sea lions show off their swimming skills and blue-footed boobies perform their elegant two-step mating dance right under your nose. The archipelago is located in the Pacific Ocean 600 miles, or 965 km, off the Ecuadorian mainland. Its wonders include impressive geological formations, old and new outcrops, various types of cones and tunnels formed by underground streams and currents.
Join us as we travel to the Galapagos Islands in 2027. This will be our 22nd visit to the Islands . We have selected the “Legend” motor yacht for our travels. This yacht is larger than the motor yachts we have used in the past as some have asked us for a larger more luxurious cruising option- a Motor Yacht with more spacious cabins and the option of a balcony. With only a maximum of 100 people, this is the ideal way to explore these enchanting islands.
Along the way, Dr. Ellen Behrend will present her thoughts on the management of common medical problems.
Seminar registration is $925.00 for the 12 CE hrs.
Here are a few details about the “Legend” Motor Yacht:
- Restaurant
- Medical station
- Jacuzzi, gym, and sauna
- Bar/Lounge
- 24-hour coffee and tea station
- Swimming pool and sun terrace
- Library/interpretation center
- Boutique
- Outdoor Bar
- Kids’ area – games
- Auditorium
- Observation deck
- Sun terrace
- Sea Kayaks
- Glass-bottom boat
- Cruise director and naturalists on board
Overview:
The Galapagos Legend Motor Yacht is the perfect combination of classic beauty and exquisite style. Built in Germany, the ship surpasses all the standards you would expect from a high-class yacht in order to make your cruise among the enchanted islands extraordinary.The Galápagos Legend will personally take you through the wonderful world of the Galápagos Islands. The cruise experience also features spacious air-conditioned cabins and suites, delicious local and international cuisine, and the most popular Galápagos Islands itineraries.
Our adventure partners at Bio Bio are again running the program- please visit their web site at BBXrafting.com for all details and for any questions and to reserve your cabin.
Seminar Topics:
In this seminar series, Dr. Ellen Behrend will use the CE time to present the most current hot topics in medicine. Multiple topics will be covered, including:
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Feline diabetes: what are SGLT2 inhibitors and how to use them
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Diabetes mellitus: management issues
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Diagnosing canine hyperadrenocorticism: a case-based approach
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Feline hyperthyroidism: finding it and helping your patients live longer
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Canine hypoadrenocorticism: unmasking and treating the great pretender
Seminar Speakers
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Ellen Behrend V.M.D. Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor emerita
Department of Clinical Sciences
Auburn University
CE Hours
Seminar registration fee is $925.00 for 12 AAVSB RACE approved hours.
Seminar Registration:
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Galapagos adventure
April 13, 2027 - April 23, 2027
8:00 am - 9:05 am
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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-
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