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ALASKA CRUISE

JUNE 21 TO JUNE 28, 2024

Visions of Alaska ACC Cruise

Join fellow ACC alumni on a captivating 7-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises' Regatta and unleash your inner explorer. Sail through the stunning Outside Passage and Hubbard Glacier, surrounded by steep forested mountain slopes and pristine waters.

Begin your adventure in Seattle and set course for Ketchikan, where you'll have the chance to spot bears, sea otters, moose, and eagles. Indulge in a crab feast or savor fresh salmon, pulled straight from the water in the salmon capital of the world. Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau before heading to Sitka, where you can try your luck at salmon sportfishing and immerse yourself in the local atmosphere.

As your journey draws to a close in Seattle, take time to explore craft breweries and gardens, and savor the delectable seafood specialties in Victoria, British Columbia. Embark on this unforgettable cruise and immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery and rich experiences that await you on this exploration of nature's wonders.

Date: June 21-28, 2024

Price : Starting at $3,099 per person, based on cabin selection.

Program Highlights

  • Join us on a cruise through the Outside Passage and Hubbard Glacier  
  • See one of the largest collections of unrestored 19th century totem poles in Ketchikan 
  • Keep on eye out for spouting whales and kick back while the magnificent Alaskan scenery glides by
FACULTY
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Barry Parkhill
BARRY PARKHILL
Associate Director of Athletics for Development

UVA and ACC Basketball Legend, all-around nice guy and still holds the record for the most points scored in an ACC basketball game.

Cavalier basketball legend Barry Parkhill was appointed the associate director of Athletics for development in 1998. He previously served dual roles as director of alumni development for the UVA Alumni Association and director of capital projects for Athletics. Before that, he spent three years as associate director of regional development in UVA’s Office of Development.

Parkhill’s first association with the University began in the fall of 1969 when he enrolled as a scholarship basketball player. From 1970-73, he established himself as one of the greatest all-purpose guards in Atlantic Coast Conference history. The second player in school history to have his jersey number (#40) retired, Parkhill earned his bachelor’s degree in education from UVA in 1973. He then played three seasons in the American Basketball Association, first with the Virginia Squires and later with the St. Louis Spirits. He returned to his alma mater in 1977 to serve as a graduate assistant coach under former head coach Terry Holland.

Parkhill was the head basketball coach at The College of William and Mary (1984-87) and St. Michael’s College (1989-90). In between those two head coaching jobs, he worked as a consultant with Blue Cross & Blue Shield Insurance Company. He served as an assistant coach at William and Mary from 1978-83 under his brother Bruce and at the Naval Academy from 1990-92.

Other ACC Celebrities include:

VERNE LUNDQUIST

With more than 50 years in broadcasting, Verne Lundquist continues as CBS Sports’ beloved sportscaster, providing play-by-play commentary for NCAA football and basketball, NCAA Tournaments, and the PGA Championships. He was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences in 2016. He lives in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, with his wife, Nancy. Recently, the Lundquists were named the Yampa Valley Community Foundation’s “Philanthropist of the Year” in Steamboat Springs.

Guest Ambassadors Include:

Missy Conboy ‘82, Senior Deputy Director of Athletics, University of Notre Dame

Bobby Cremins, former Head Basketball Coach, Georgia Tech

Robert Jones, Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost,Clemson University

Dereck Whittenburg, Associate Athletics Director, NC State University

Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Friday, June 21, 2024
Seattle

SeattleHead to the top of the famed Space Needle, enjoy the performers in Pioneer Square, watch fish-tossing in legendary Pike Place Market, or spend the afternoon in the impressive Seattle Art Museum. Take in the groovy Experience Music Project or the fascinating Pacific Science Center. Dive into the sea at the Seattle Aquarium or take to the skies at the Museum of Flight.

Day 2 - Saturday, June 22, 2024
Cruising the Inside Passage

Enjoy Regatta’s on-board amenities including culinary options in the Grand Dining Room, Terrace Grill, or one of the specialty restaurants, including Polo Grill or Toscano’s.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner everyday (B,L,D)

Day 3 - Sunday, June 23, 2024
Ketchikan

KetchikanTotem poles are one of Ketchikan's chief attractions, and the best places to view them are Saxman Village and Totem Bight State Park. Drop by the Southeast Alaska Discovery Center to learn about the local cultures and ecosystems. (B,L,D)

 

Day 4 - Monday June 24, 2024
Juneau

JuneauFor a state capital, Juneau maintains a surprising small-town charm, in part because it can only be reached by sea or air due to the surrounding wilderness. Collections from the indigenous people are displayed in the Alaska State Museum. Visit Mendenhall Glacier for outdoor adventure.(B,L,D)

 

Day 5 - Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Sitka

Called "Shee Atika" by the Tlingit Indians, then "New Archangel" by the Russians who ousted them, Sitka boasts a multicultural heritage. Two dozen of its attractions are on the National Register of Historic Places, including Castle Hill and Building 29, a structure built by the Russians in 1835. The Sheldon Jackson Museum exhibits one of Alaska's oldest native culture collections. (B,L,D)

 

Day 6 - Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Cruise the Inside Passage

Enjoy the day participating in onboard ACC Activities including panels, lectures, and private “tailgates”. (B,L,D)

 

Day 7 - Thursday, June 27, 2024
Victoria, Canada

Western Canada's oldest city, Victoria proudly displays its British heritage. Explore lavish Craigdarroch Castle, built in the late 1800s for a Scottish coal baron. Trace the area's early British seafarers in the Marine Museum of British Columbia. There's even a Royal London Wax Museum with likenesses of King Henry VIII and Winston Churchill. (B,L,D)

 

Day 8 - Friday, June 28, 2024
Seattle

Disembark and return home.  (B)

Trip Details
Extension: SEATTLE PRE-CRUISE PROGRAM JUNE 20-21

$629 per person, double occupancy • $829 single, subject to availability

SeattleWatch ferries glide past the glistening shores of Elliott Bay and admire snow-capped peaks that backdrop an impressive skyline characterized by the iconic Space Needle. From the “flying fish” at Pike Place Market to the dense forests that surround the metropolis, discover what keeps travelers coming back to the Emerald City.

• 1 night at the 4-star Renaissance Seattle Hotel or similar accommodations, with breakfast

HALF-DAY TOUR OF SEATTLE FEATURING:

- Explore Seattle’s iconic Space Needle - Panoramic tour of Seattle’s landmarks and neighborhoods - Sample your way through Pike’s Place Market

• Transfers between hotel and cruise ship, with related luggage handling

Accommodations

Oceania Regatta

Small ship cruising—just 648 guests at double occupancy

The RegattaStaff-to-guest ratio of 1 to 1.6
Resort casual attire—no formal nights
Complimentary 24-hour room service
A variety of exceptional dining options, at no extra charge, from casual to gourmet restaurants.

The Finest Cuisine at Sea®—unique recipes and menus curated by Master Chef Jacques Pépin
Unlimited complimentary soft drinks, filtered water, espresso, tea, and juice

Meals

All meals provided while onboard.

Program Fees
Price is based on Cabin Selection and are Per Person, Double Occupancy

OS Owner’s Suite             Decks 6, 7, 8  $10,299

VS Vista Suite                  Decks 6, 7      $9,399

PH1 Penthouse Suite       Deck               $6,799

PH2 Penthouse Suite       Deck 8            $6,599

PH3 Penthouse Suite       Deck 8            $6,399

A1 Concierge Veranda     Decks 7, 8      $5,199

A2 Concierge Veranda     Decks 6, 7      $5,099

A3 Concierge Veranda     Deck 7            $4,999

B1 Veranda Stateroom     Deck 6            $4,899

B2 Veranda Stateroom     Deck 6            $4,799

C1 Deluxe Ocean View     Decks 4, 6, 7  $3,749

C2 Deluxe Ocean View     Deck 4            $3,599

D Ocean View                   Deck 3            $3,399

F Inside Stateroom           Decks 7, 8       $3,199

G Inside Stateroom          Decks 4, 6, 7  $3,099

 

*ROUNDTRIP AIRFARE WITH TRANSFERS FROM OVER 90 CITIES

Includes Oceania standard cities and 70+ additional cities exclusively for Go Next guests.
For full list of departure cities visit gonext.com/flightcities

INCLUDES *OLIFE CHOICE:

  • *Roundtrip Airfare 
  • Free Roundtrip Airport Transfers
  • Free Unlimited Internet
  • 4 Free Shore Excursions OR Free Beverage Package OR $400 Shipboard Credit

*Offer is per stateroom, based on double occupancy. Air credit is $600 per person.

Deck Plans

Choose your Deck

Deck 8

Deck 8

Deck 7

Deck 7

 

How to Register

Ready to register? The best way to do this is by phone so that we can ensure we are meeting all of your needs. Please call us at 866-765-2646. Or, e-mail cavaliertravels@virginia.edu with your contact information and the best time to reach you.

A deposit of $500 per person is required to reserve your spot. Final invoicing will be done approximately 5 months prior to departure. Final payment is due March 3, 2024.
 

Deposits and final payment can be made by check or credit card. A Go Next Pre Cruise must be paid by check.

Early registration is encouraged as space is limited.

PLEASE NOTE: A passport is required for this trip as the Regatta sails through international waters. Please see details under "Terms and Conditions" (#8 INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL). 
 

Terms & Conditions

OPERATOR/PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT V082322 By signing our reservation form or clicking “I Agree” on our website, you agree to the following terms and conditions, which form an Agreement between you and Go Next, Inc. (“GN”, “we”, or “us”), 8000 West 78th Street, Suite 345, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55439-2538. 1. RESPONSIBILITY: GN acts as a sales agent for any airline, hotel, tour operator, cruise line, or other service provider named in your itinerary or confirmation (“Suppliers”). We are not responsible for the acts or omissions of the Suppliers or their subcontractors, their failure to adhere to their own schedules, provide services, refunds or future travel credits in lieu of refunds, or financial default. We have no special knowledge regarding the financial condition of the Suppliers and no liability for recommending a Supplier trip credit in lieu of a Supplier refund. Neither GN nor the “Sponsors” including but not limited to associations, affiliations, groups, or companies are responsible for any penalty, loss, or inconvenience resulting from air or land arrangements made independently by travelers, including nonrefundable conditions, restricted travel, or frequent-flyer tickets. We assume no responsibility for and shall not be liable for the acts or omissions on the part of any other party not under our control or any acts of God, unsafe conditions, terrorism, health hazards including pandemics, illness, weather hazards, or the suitability for a disabled person of any portion of any trip. We have no special knowledge of dangers during travel or at destinations. For information related to such dangers, we recommend going to the State Department travel website at www.travel. state.gov, click on “Find International travel Information” then click on “Country Information”, and fill in the name of the destination country. For medical and health information, we recommend going to the Centers for Disease Control website at www.cdc.gov/travel, then click on “Destinations” and scroll to the name of the destination country. Neither GN nor the Sponsor are liable for incidental, special, or consequential damages. If, notwithstanding the above, either or both GN and/or the Sponsor is held liable, the amount of such liability shall not exceed the amount of payments made to GN by you. GN and Suppliers reserves the right to change the itinerary or trip features at any time and for any reason, with or without cause, and GN shall not be liable for any loss of any kind as a result of such changes. Ship schedules, ports of call, hours of arrival and departure, and sightseeing events are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.

2. COVID-19: You agree that it is your personal decision to travel, and you are doing so with full knowledge of current travel recommendations and travel restrictions with regards to the risks of COVID-19. GN and Suppliers may require you to execute other documents. We have no responsibility for COVID-19 related requirements that any Suppliers and governments may impose from time to time such as, vaccine requirement, health affidavit forms, waivers and/or assumption of risk conditions, health screening prior to departure including possible COVID-19 testing and related costs, upon arrival or during the trip, face covering, social distancing, quarantines, etc. For the latest COVID-19 government travel regulations, we recommend going to IATA’s website at https://www.iatatravelcentre. com/international-travel-document-news/1580226297.htm. For the latest travel supplier requirements, check the supplier’s home page.

3. PAYMENT: A receipt of deposit as indicated by GN is required to secure reservations. By providing a deposit payment, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions as stated in this Agreement. If space is fully booked, your payment will be returned or, with your authorization, your name will be placed on a waiting list.

4. PRICES: GN and Suppliers reserves the right to increase prices in the event of any increased security or fuel-related surcharges, fare increases imposed by the airline or cruise line, or local tour operator that may be in place at the time of ticketing or travel, foreign or domestic tax increase, or adverse currency exchange fluctuations. GN reserves the right, if necessary or advisable, to substitute vessels or hotels but is not obliged to do so.

5. BAGGAGE: GN cannot be held responsible for lost or damaged luggage. You should give immediate notice of any lost or damaged luggage to the involved air carrier, hotel, or cruise line, and to your own insurance company. Airline baggage fees will be additional. All flights have luggage restrictions.

6. AIRCRAFT AND CRUISE LINE BOARDING: The air carrier and cruise line reserve the right to substitute equipment but are not obliged to do so. GN reserves the right to substitute air carriers and cruise lines but is not obliged to do so. GN cannot be held responsible for airline or cruise line delays. Aircraft and cruise line boarding privileges are limited to persons whose full payment and signed agreement have been received by GN and whose names are on the manifest given to the carrier before departure. The air carrier and cruise line reserve the right to decline, accept, or retain any person on the flight or cruise at any time within their sole discretion. If you are denied boarding privileges, you forfeit all monies paid and will be assessed any non-recoverable costs.

7. AIR TRANSPORTATION (IF APPLICABLE): Airfares are capacity controlled and may have restrictive terms and conditions. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket cost may be assessed by the airlines if reservations are changed or canceled. Travel participants who choose to make their own airline reservations independent of GN will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates or airline schedule(s). Some airline-imposed fees may be additional, including but not limited to baggage, priority boarding, and special seating.

8. INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL (IF APPLICABLE): All persons must present a passport with at least six months validity beyond their return date when boarding. Improper documentation, inadequate proof of identity, inadequate proof of age for children under 2, or any other reason may result in denial of boarding privileges. Some countries will not admit persons convicted of a crime. Some countries require both parents’ consent for minors to travel. You assume full and complete responsibility for checking and verifying any and all passport, visa, vaccination, or other entry requirements of your destination and your connecting points, and all conditions regarding health, safety, security, political stability, and labor or civil unrest at such destination. If you are traveling outside of the U.S., please be aware that significantly different health, safety, and legal standards may prevail. You should plan and act accordingly and exercise good personal judgment for your own health and safety at all times when abroad. If you have special medical or physical requirements, you should investigate your destination(s) beforehand and ensure the care and conditions you need will be available.

9. INSURANCE: Travel insurance is available and can provide coverage for unforeseen circumstances that could disrupt your trip. For your protection, we strongly recommend that you purchase trip cancellation and travel accident insurance. No representation or description of the insurance made by our staff constitutes a binding assurance or promise about the insurance. You agree to hold us harmless for your election not to purchase travel insurance or for any denial of claim by travel insurer as it relates to COVID-19 or any other claim under the policy.

10. HOSTS AND LECTURERS (IF APPLICABLE): Advertised hosts and lecturers are subject to availability and may be contingent on a minimum number of travelers; therefore, they cannot be guaranteed.

11. NOTICES: Any complaints or claims against GN must be made in writing and received by GN within 90 days of scheduled termination of the trip. Any action or suit against GN must be commenced within 1 (one) year of scheduled termination of the trip or be forever barred. GN offers any refunds under this agreement with the express understanding that the receipt of that refund by you waives all other remedies. While GN makes every effort to adhere to the specifics shown in the marketing materials, all information contained herein is subject to change. GN is not responsible or liable for typographical errors, omissions, or misprints.

12. GOVERNING LAW, VENUE, AND JURISDICTION: This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota. You agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of the federal or state courts in Minnesota, and you hereby submit to the personal jurisdiction of said courts in all matters arising out of or related to this Agreement.

13. CANCELLATION BY YOU: If you choose to cancel your reservation, we must receive written notice of your cancellation either via certified mail, overnight courier, or e-mail sent to cancel@gonext.com (with a confirmation of receipt from us). Note: any reservations made using a Future Cruise Credit (FCC), will be refunded in the form of an FCC.

The following cancellation fees apply to cancellations received by us on the days below before the date of departure:

CRUISE CANCELLATION PENALTY
180-151 days = $250 per person
150-121 days = 25% of total fare
120-91 days = 50% of total fare
  90-61 days = 75% of total fare
  
60-0 days = 100% of total fare

GO BEYOND WITH GO NEXT CANCELLATION PENALTY
121+ days prior to departure = no penalty
120-91 days prior to departure = 25% penalty of total pre/post program
  90-61 days prior to departure = 50% penalty of total pre/post program
  60-0 days prior to departure = 100% penalty of total pre/post program

If a flight or other delay for any reason prevents you from joining the trip on the date of departure, you will be considered a no-show, and we cannot provide a full or partial refund or credit toward a future trip.

14. POSTPONEMENT OR TRIP INTERRUPTION BY GN OR SUPPLIERS: GN and Suppliers reserve the right to postpone the trip to a later date for inadequate participation or for reasons beyond our control including any act, omission, or event named in Sections 1 and 2 above. In the event your departure is postponed or your trip is interrupted, GN and/or Suppliers will determine whether to operate at a later date or provide a cash refund or future travel credit, or combination thereof. We are not required to postpone or interrupt your trip if there are travel warnings or advisories issued by the U.S. Dept. of State, Centers for Disease Control, World Health Organization, or other organization.

15. HEALTH: Any physical or mental condition requiring special medical attention or equipment must be disclosed in writing to GN at the time the participant makes a reservation. GN may reject the reservation of any person who, in the opinion of GN, is unfit for travel or might be a danger to themselves or incompatible with others on the trip. Participants requiring special assistance, including without limitation those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accompanied by someone who agrees to provide the required assistance. GN reserves the right to terminate the participation of any participant whose conduct or condition materially inconveniences other participants.

16. MISCELLANEOUS: There are no exceptions of any kind (including medical exceptions) to these policies. No refunds will be made for any portion of the arrangements we have made for you that are not actually utilized by you. There is no variance from these policies for the services we arrange as described in this brochure. California Seller of Travel Registration No. 2077280-40, Washington Seller of Travel Registration No. 602-900-725, Iowa Seller of Travel Registration No. 477

17. Credit Card Merchant: GN or Suppliers are the merchant on your credit card transaction. Please bear in mind that our services consist of facilitating the sale and paying the Suppliers. If a Supplier does not provide the service or ceases operations, your recourse is against the Supplier, not us. You agree not to initiate a chargeback against us or a refund request that is not authorized by this agreement and to pay any and all legal fees incurred by us in disputing any such claim for refund.

18. IN ADDITION TO THE PRECEDING GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS, THE FOLLOWING SUPPLIER-SPECIFIC TERMS AND CONDITIONS ALSO APPLY: OCEANIA CRUISES’ TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Offers are per stateroom/suite, based on double occupancy. Fares listed are cruise-only in U.S. dollars per person, based on double occupancy. Cruise Ship Fuel Surcharge may apply. All fares and offers are subject to availability, may not be combinable with other offers, are capacity controlled, and may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. 2-for-1 fares are based on published Full Brochure Fares and do not include Prepaid Charges, Optional Facilities and Services Fees, and personal charges, as defined in the Terms and Conditions of the Guest Ticket Contract which may be obtained from GN. Full Brochure Fares may not have resulted in actual sales in all cabin categories and may not have been in effect during the last 90 days. Promotional fares may remain in effect after the expiration date. Oceania Cruises reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares, fees, and surcharges at any time. Additional terms and conditions apply. Ships’ Registry: Marshall Islands. OCEANIA CRUISES’ LAND PACKAGES/SHORE EXCURSIONS: Tours are operated in the various ports of call by local tourist service companies contracted by the cruise line. They are not under the control of GN. Cancellation penalties may differ from the cruise-program-related penalties. Oceania Cruises may modify the cruise itinerary up to and during the voyage. OCEANIA CRUISES’ AIR PROGRAM: Due to airline schedules beyond the control of Oceania Cruises, flight times to and from certain destinations may require that travelers purchase an overnight hotel stay, pre- or post-flight or en route. All charges related to hotel stays, including hotel fares and taxes, meals, transfers, phone charges, and incidentals, will be at the travelers’ own expense. ROUND-TRIP AIRFARE promotion only applies to round-trip coach flights from select Oceania Cruises U.S. & Canadian gateways, and includes ground transfers. Airfare is available from other U.S. & Canadian gateways for an additional charge. Any advertised fares that include the Round-Trip Airfare promotion include all airline fees, surcharges, and government taxes. Airline-imposed personal charges such as baggage fees may apply. For a complete listing of Oceania Cruises complete Terms and Conditions and Guest Ticket/Contract please visit https://www.oceaniacruises.com/legal/terms-conditions/

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