CE at Sea

Set sail with NC REALTORS® on one of the most amazing cruise ships for our annual CE at Sea educational adventure, February 15 – 22, 2025.

Not only will you explore the Caribbean with your NC REALTORS® colleagues, but you’ll also get the unique opportunity to complete your 2025 Continuing Education at sea with instructor Mark Saunders.

Sponsored by NC REALTORS® Global Committee


Ready to book your cruise?

Step 1: Register for CE

Registration for NC REALTORS®: $139
Registration for non-NC REALTORS®: $159
Guests (not taking classes): $89

REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 23

*Pre-registration and a $139 fee is REQUIRED for NC REALTORS® who would like to receive CE credit. Pre-registration and a $159 fee is required for non-NC  REALTORS® who would like to receive CE credit. Guests registration fee is $89.  These fees cover special group rates, receptions, group seating at dinner and  class/registration instructor fees (for members), as well as a welcome gift,  organized on-board events, networking lunch, group photo, marketing/promotion  expenses, and on-site staff support.

Please contact Mandy Lowe at mlowe@ncrealtors.org or 336-808-4236 for more information.


Step 2: Book your cabin on the cruise

Once registered with NC REALTORS® you will receive an email confirmation with  cabin booking instructions. Do not contact Celebrity Cruise directly. They do not have cabins in the NC REALTORS® group, and you will not be registered to take classes if you do not book in the NC REALTORS® group.

Click the button below to get started. You may also email Yvonne Rickabaugh, or call her directly at 336-414-7223 with questions.

Book Your Cabin

Early booking is strongly recommended as cabins will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Pricing will be held until October 15, 2024. Cabins may be available after October 15, 2024, but no guarantees on price or selection. For other cabin types such as interiors or suites, singles or triples, please contact Yvonne directly.

Cruise Payment Schedule:

All payments to be made with credit card.

  • $750 deposit due at time of booking your cabin
  • Final payment due by Thursday, November 8, 2024
Current Pricing Per Person**:
  • $2,242 per person, double occupancy cabin

**Rates for the cruise include an unobstructed view cabin with ocean veranda, perks including the classic beverage package, basic internet package and onboard  gratuities. Prices do not  include flights, ground transfers, daily port parking charges, optional pre or post  hotel stays, shore excursions, packages for specialty dining, or optional travel  protection insurance.

Itinerary

Saturday, February 15
Depart Fort Lauderdale, FL

Sunday, February 16
Key West, FL

Monday, February 17
Bimini, Bahamas

Tuesday, February 18
At Sea

Wednesday, February 19
Labadee, Haiti

Thursday, February 20
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Friday, February 21
At Sea

Saturday, February 22
Disembark, Fort Lauderdale

About the Ship

Sail on Celebrity Apex®, a new ship, Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star rated resort at Sea and recipient of Travel and Leisure World’s Best Award, 2022.

Celebrity Apex® will revolutionize the way you experience the world. Unwind in transformational accommodations that blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. Soar above the sea on the Magic Carpet®. Surrender to the carefree pleasures of the Rooftop Garden. And embark on a culinary journey through an unrivaled collection of restaurants, bars, and lounges.

  • 29 distinct restaurants, bars and lounges
  • A Spa and Fitness Center
  • Conference Center exclusively for NC REALTORS®
  • Reimagined main dining room with a choice of four complimentary restaurants
  • Entertainment at the Club, Caravan, Eden, Wonder at Eden, Resort Deck and  Rooftop Garden.
  • Dinner on the Edge Experience, on the Magic Carpet traveling 13 stories
  • Theater with 20 foot tall LED for Rockumentary, Tree of  Life, and Crystallize shows
Allianz Travel Insurance

This is a $191 per person rate, which offers primary coverage, and covers pre-existing conditions if insurance is purchased prior to your final payment. Travel insurance is optional, but highly recommended, to protect your investment as well as your health and safety.  Coverage begins at the time of purchase and absolutely must be purchased before final payment. Insurance details are available on the cruise booking site.  Once purchased, travel insurance is non-refundable.

Cancellation Fees

After registration: $75 cancellation fee per person is in effect to cover credit card fees and vendor website fees, prior to November 1, 2023.

Cruise Cancellation Penalties on Final Payment:

  • 25% cancellation penalty starting November 2, 2023
  • 50% cancellation penalty starting November 16, 2023
  • 75% cancellation penalty starting November 30, 2023
  • 100% cancellation penalty starting December 28, 2023
Liability and Policy Waivers

NC REALTORS® is committed to keeping the safety of our event attendees a top priority. You will need to electronically verify/sign the following documents during the registration process.