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Why this voyage?
This inaugural voyage pairs Philipa Thornton’s Structured Trauma Intervention program with a 6-night Great Barrier Reef cruise designed for reflection, restoration, and genuine professional value.
With dedicated CPD days at sea, iconic Queensland destinations, and time to properly absorb what you are learning, this is professional development in a more thoughtful format.
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Featured CPD
Structured Trauma Intervention Led by Philipa Thornton, this advanced trauma-focused program is designed for clinicians working with complex trauma and attachment injury. It offers a practical, action-based framework that supports greater confidence, clarity, and structure in trauma treatment.
Voyage Length
6 nights | Great Barrier Reef Departing Brisbane on 25 October 2026 and returning on 31 October 2026, this voyage includes two dedicated CPD days at sea, a welcome cocktail event, and memorable Queensland destinations including Airlie Beach, Cairns, and Willis Island.
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Pricing
CPD from $1,095. Total package from $3,790 per suite. Pricing starts from $3,790 per suite for two guests in selected room categories. This total is made up of: • $1,095 for one CPD registration • $2,695 cruise fare for the suite, which covers two guests The cruise fare includes the room for two people, standard onboard meals, advertised shore tours, and the welcome evening. If a second guest would also like to attend the CPD program, an additional $1,095 applies. A deposit of $1,290 per suite is required at the time of booking, with the remaining balance due before 27 July 2026. The first 15 bookings will also receive $50 onboard credit.
Cruise Schedule
Oct
25
Sun
6:00–7:00 PM
Brisbane Departure & Meet-and-Greet Cocktail Party
Oct
26
Mon
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
CPD Day at Sea
Oct
27
Tue
8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Airlie Beach
Oct
28
Wed
9:30 AM–5:00 PM
Cairns
Oct
29
Thurs
10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Willis Island Onboard Experience
Oct
30
Fri
10:00 AM -5:00PM
CPD Day at Sea
Oct
31
Sat
7:00 AM arrival
Return to Brisbane
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Time to Unwind Onboard
The experience at sea extends well beyond your room, with pools, spa facilities, entertainment, and quieter adults-only spaces all part of the journey. It is designed to feel comfortable, enjoyable, and more restorative than a typical professional development format.
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Dining to Suit the Journey
The onboard dining experience offers variety across the voyage, with options that make it easy to keep things casual or enjoy something a little more elevated. Whether it is a quick meal, a relaxed dinner, or drinks with a view, there is plenty to enjoy beyond the sessions.
Comfortable Rooms,
Flexible Options
Choose from a range of room styles, from Interior and Ocean View rooms to Balcony rooms and suites, depending on your budget and travel preference. Each space is designed to offer a comfortable, practical base for both downtime and the overall voyage experience.
Voyage Details
What’s Included
Your fare includes CPD registration for one attendee, accommodation for two guests, standard onboard meals, the welcome evening, and shore tours as advertised.
Who It’s For
This voyage is designed for psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists, mental health clinicians, and therapists seeking advanced trauma-focused professional development.
Booking & Payment
Pricing starts from $3,790 per suite for two guests in selected room categories. This total includes one CPD registration and the cruise fare for two guests sharing a room.
To book, you do not pay the full $3,790 upfront to CPD on the Sea.
Instead, you pay CPD on the Sea a total booking amount of $1,290, made up of:
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$1,095 CPD registration
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$195 cruise deposit
Once your booking is confirmed, CPD on the Sea will secure your Carnival cruise booking using that deposit. The remaining cruise balance is then paid directly to Carnival Cruise by the traveller before the final due date of 27 July 2026.
If a second guest is sharing your room but not attending the CPD, no additional CPD fee applies. If they would also like to attend the CPD program, a second CPD registration of $1,095 applies.
Accommodation & Room Changes
The advertised fare is based on the suite, not per person. The lead-in fare covers a twin-share room for up to two guests.
This means:
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One guest can attend the CPD and share the room with a partner, friend, or family member at no extra CPD cost
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If the second guest also wants to attend the CPD program, an additional $1,095 CPD registration applies
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If you are travelling alone, the full room rate still applies, as the fare is based on the room rather than individual occupancy
After your initial booking payment to CPD on the Sea, your Carnival cruise booking is secured, and any remaining cruise payments are then managed directly with Carnival Cruise. Guests may also be able to discuss alternative room categories, family or quad options, or upgrades directly with Carnival, subject to availability.
Important Notes
The first 15 bookings receive $50 onboard credit. Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Pricing is subject to availability, and cancellation terms apply.
Your Booking Process
1
Submit Your Booking Request
Complete the booking request form to register your interest in the October 2026 voyage.
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We Process Requests Manually
Requests for this first release are being handled personally and reviewed in the order they are received.
3
Pay Your Invoice to Secure Your Place
If your request is accepted, your invoice will be issued by email. Your place is only secured once payment has been received and cleared.
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We Confirm Your Booking
Once payment has cleared, we will confirm your place and provide the next steps for your cruise booking.
Terms & Conditions
These Terms & Conditions apply to bookings made with CPD on the Sea Pty Ltd for CPD events conducted in connection with cruise travel. By registering, paying a deposit or registration amount, or attending a CPD on the Sea event, you agree to these Terms, along with any voyage-specific booking page, invoice, confirmation email, itinerary, and any applicable cruise line or travel supplier terms.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Our 25–31 October 2026 Great Barrier Reef voyage is now available to book.
View cabin options, pricing, and secure your place online.