• 7-NIGHTS WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE

    FROM TAMPA, FLORIDA – ONBOARD CELEBRITY CONSTELLATION
    February 8 – February 15, 2026

Set Sail with the Indiana University School of Dentistry Alumni Association

Dear IUSD Alumni,

We hope you will join other Indiana University School of Dentistry alumni and friends on our 7-night Canada/New England Cruise. We enjoyed a wonderful trip to the Caribbean this year but are now turning our sights to the beauty of Canada and our Eastern Coast.

The cruise is Saturday, September 28  through Saturday, October 5, 2024. It is an opportunity in the fall to  experience extraordinary views, historic sites, beautiful landscapes, and stunning shores. We are excited about the destinations and the opportunities we have for you to enjoy the camaraderie of traveling with your fellow alumni.  Holland America is a premier cruise line offering spaciousness and elegance with fewer guests and more personal attention. It has a wide variety of amenities and activities, along with the freedom to do as you please.

We will be departing from Quebec City, Canda, with the following ports of call: Prince Edward Island, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Bar Harbor, Maine, and finally Boston, Massachusetts.  One day will be spent sailing the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

As a festive way to begin our trip, we will have an alumni welcoming reception on board hosted by the Dean and the Alumni Association. At the conclusion of our cruise, we will have our farewell reception. There will be 10 hours of continuing education on the ship and the opportunity for an additional 10 hours of self-study.

It is the goal of the IUSD and its Alumni Association to give you exceptional value including stateroom, continuing education, and cocktail parties for a very reasonable price.

We encourage you to book your cabin as soon as possible so you can be assigned the best stateroom available. If this trip interests you, please book now. We look forward to another great cruise with Dean and our fellow alumni and friends of the IU School of Dentistry.

George Zundo, DDS ‘80 & Marty Szakaly, DDS ‘78

IUSD Alumni Board of Directors

Tampa, FL to Mexico, Belize, Costa Maya on
Celebrity Cruise Line

Spend a little time touring Florida’s west coast with a visit to the state’s third-largest city, with stops at the University of Tampa and historic Ybor City, the Cuban district of Tampa.

Next, Cozumel, Mexico. Amid the largest coral reef in the West, this Caribbean island lures anglers, divers, snorkelers, and beachgoers. Fish the flats or head out to blue water to hunt for big game—mahi-mahi, marlin, sailfish, and more. Bring your dive card with you on your cruise to Cozumel and witness all the natural wonders waiting below the surface, like neon tropical fish, swaying sea fans, and vibrant coral colonies. Or, go snorkeling to see the show without a dive card. Curl up on the beach in a hammock with a cold one. At Playa Mia, you can even fly down Twin Twister waterslides.

Go cruise shopping for beautiful Mexican silver, amber, and other artisanal gifts in San Miguel. Or, hop a ferry to charming Playa del Carmen, on the mainland, and stroll along la Quinta Avenida for more inviting restaurants, bars, and shops. Down the coast from Playa, you can explore the ancient Maya city of Tulum, perched impressively on a cliff, overlooking the brilliant sea and powdery beach below. Cozumel cuisine means fresh seafood. Savor the catch of the day served on a banana leaf, or enjoy it marinated in lime juice, cilantro, onion, and tomato. Of course, this is the place for Mexican classics like tacos, guacamole—and margaritas.

Pristine Belize sets aside a fifth of its area as nature preserves, and the human history dates back 4,000 years. Today, gregarious Belizeans include mestizo, Creole, Maya, Garinagu, Mennonite, Chinese, and Indian cultures. Belize City pivots around its beloved Swing Bridge. When boats need to navigate Haulover Creek, several strong-armed Belizeans crank open the relic. North of Swing Bridge, the Museum of Belize, once a prison, displays amazing ceramics, jade, and Maya artifacts. To the south, visit stately Government House, a museum with Victorian artifacts

While at sea, take the time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, taste the delicacies or explore the venues on-board, until we arrive at the next amazing destination.

Costa Maya boasts beautiful beaches on the Caribbean Sea, which is ideal for divers and snorkelers alike who enjoy exploring the beautiful Banco Chinchorro coral reef that lies just off the coast. History buffs will surely love exploring the lesser-known Mayan ruins, Cacchoben and Kohunlich; meanwhile there’s something for everyone at the new shopping mall, which, while great for shopping, also features a central plaza with saltwater pools and ‘swim-up’ bars.

Indiana University School of Dentistry Alumni Association Program Overview

Sunday, February 8, 2026

Tampa, Florida

Departs: 4:00PM

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Monday, February 9, 2026

At Sea – Cruising

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Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Cozumel, Mexico

Docked: 7:00AM to 7:00PM

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Belize City, Belize

Tendered: 9:30AM to 6:00PM

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Thursday, February 12, 2026

Costa Maya

Docked: 8:00AM to 5:00PM

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Friday, February 13, 2026

At Sea – Cruising

Saturday, February 14, 2026

At Sea – Cruising

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Sunday, February 15, 2026

Tampa, Florida

Arrival: 7:00AM

Indiana University School of Dentistry Alumni Association EXCLUSIVES

  • Welcome and Farewell IU School of Dentistry Alumni Association Cocktail Receptions onboard Celebrity Constellation
  • 10 hours of Continuing Education and 10 hours of Self-Study
  • Sailing with IU School of Dentistry Dean Murdoch-Kinch

Continuing Education

Continuing education opportunities will be offered onboard Celebrity Cruise Line Constellation. The topics presented will be pertinent to dentists, hygienists, and other dental professionals. Continuing education opportunities will include ten (10) hours of shipboard lecture and opportunities for up to ten (10) hours of self-study for a total of 20 potential hours. We are excited about the destinations and opportunities you’ll have to enjoy the camaraderie of traveling with fellow alumni. Book your room by XX/XX/XX to take advantage of special Holland America promotions.

Celebrity Constellation

Discover a vacation like no other aboard Celebrity Constellation®. Enjoy unforgettable spaces, world-class amenities, and all of the distinct features that make our cruises so incredible. Relax and unwind in stylish accommodations that include Concierge Class and our spa-inspired AquaClass® with exclusive clean cuisine dining at Blu. Our luxurious suite experience, The Retreat®, features private restaurant dining and 24/7 lounge. Enjoy dining options that include distinctive restaurants with menus crafted by chefs and an award-winning wine collection. Surrender your senses and feel rejuvenated with soothing spa treatments and therapies at The Spa. And that’s not all. Enjoy shopping at the finest boutiques and family-fun activities, including cooking classes, recreational games, such as archery, Silent Disco, STEM, and theatrical events. Set sail and come back rejuvenated with a whole new level of vacation relaxation.

Celebrity Constellation is sailing with Starlink – the world’s most advanced broadband satellite internet – to bring you high-speed connectivity for a better onboard experience.

PRICING

  • Interior Stateroom (Category I1): $1,349 per person / double occupancy
  • Ocean View Stateroom (Category O1): $1,414 per person / double occupancy

  • Veranda Stateroom (Category V2): $1,517 per person / double occupancy

  • Concierge Stateroom (Category C1): $1,564 per person / double occupancy

  • Aqua Stateroom (Category A1): $1,925 per person / double occupancy

  • Sky Suite (Category S1): $2,499 per person / double occupancy
  • Aqua Sky Suite (Category AS): $2,699 per person / double occupancy
  • Sunset Suite (Category SN): $4,549 per person / double occupancy

INCLUSIONS

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Two 1-hour Cocktail Parties each with open bar
  • Seven (7) night accommodations aboard Celebrity Cruise Line’s Constellation
  • Meals in the Main Restaurant, Oceanview Café, Spa Café, and Mast Grill
  • Twelve (12) hours of meeting space on board for up to thirty (50) people
  • Six (6) hours of Self-Study space on board
  • Chocolate covered strawberries at embarkation in each stateroom
  • Basic WIFI Package – one (1) device per guest
  • Classic Beverage Package
  • Any applicable Celebrity Cruise Line promotions at the time individual reservations are booked and deposited.
  • Overall program management including participant reservations & correspondence

PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: 

  • Taxes & Fees to be paid at final payment: $XXX per person (subject to change)
  • Items of personal nature such as cabin incidentals
  • Pre or post-program extensions
  • Airline transportation
  • Airport and cruise terminal transfers
  • Any items not listed above

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Payments Due Date Amount

Individual Deposit: At time of booking – $700.00 per stateroom

Individual Final Payment – XX/XX To Be Invoiced

Questions? Contact:

[email protected]