Cruise & Clarity: Mindset and Leadership in NYC with Bermuda Exploration

NEW YORK CITY | BERMUDA
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE | CARNIVAL VENEZIA

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This immersive course is designed to help participants develop a strong foundation in mindset, personal wellness, and leadership skills, while also offering an opportunity to extend the experience through travel to Bermuda.

The program begins in New York City, where students complete the core academic portion of the course through guided instruction, interactive workshops, and group activities. Using NYC as a dynamic learning environment, the course explores how mindset, self-awareness, and daily habits influence overall well-being, confidence, and leadership ability.

Key topics include growth mindset and resilience, stress management and emotional awareness, healthy routines and self-care practices, communication and leadership skills, as well as goal setting and personal development.

Students will also visit iconic New York City landmarks such as Times Square, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty, using these experiences as opportunities to reflect, connect, and apply course concepts in real-world settings.

To support a well-rounded learning experience, students will complete pre-course assignments introducing core concepts, along with post-course reflections focused on applying these insights to their daily lives. Guided activities throughout the city—including group discussions, wellness sessions, and mindful exploration—encourage practical application and personal growth.

After completing the academic portion of the course, participants can extend their experience through a guided cruise to Bermuda. This travel experience is designed to complement the course by providing space for reflection, connection, and continued personal growth in a new environment. Participants are encouraged to apply what they have learned by practicing mindfulness, building positive habits, and engaging with new surroundings in a meaningful way.

Optional reflection prompts and group check-ins may be offered during the trip to support continued engagement and personal development.

COURSE OVERVIEW

For travel planning, we recommend flying in to and depart JFK International Airport for the most convenient logistics.

Please do not purchase flights until the program has been officially confirmed to run.

**We reserve the right to modify the schedule, activities, or itinerary if any planned experience becomes unavailable due to inclement weather, port restrictions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that cruise itineraries may also be rerouted or adjusted by the cruise line for safety and operational reasons

MANDATORY Pre-Departure Zoom Meeting
Sunday, August 9, 2026 @ 8:00PM – 10:00PM Eastern Time

Have questions about what this course will look like exactly and what the expectations are? Make sure you attend this Q&A Zoom Meeting!

DAY 1: 10:00AM – 9:00PM NYC
We will begin the course with a welcome orientation, followed by an introductory Mindset, Wellness & Leadership session. After class, we’ll explore NYC through guided activities designed to build self-awareness, confidence, and communication skills, using real-life situations to reflect on mindset and decision-making. The evening will wrap up with a group dinner, followed by an interactive improv workshop designed to build confidence, communication skills, and the ability to think quickly in new situations while stepping outside of your comfort zone.

DAY 2: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM NYC
We will begin with a morning focused on wellness and reflection in Central Park, including a guided mindfulness session and group activities designed to reinforce key concepts from the course. Students will have time to connect, reflect, and apply what they’ve learned before wrapping up the academic portion of the program. Around 2:00 PM, we will travel together to the port to board the ship for the next phase of the experience.

In the evening, we will have dinner together as a group and enjoy onboard activities, with optional reflection prompts focused on mindset, connection, and applying leadership skills in a new environment.

DAY 3: At Sea
This day offers a chance to slow down, recharge, and reflect in a new environment. Participants are encouraged to take advantage of onboard amenities while continuing to engage with key concepts from the course through personal reflection and informal group connection. Optional prompts may be shared to support mindfulness, goal setting, and awareness of daily habits, allowing participants to apply what they’ve learned in a relaxed, real-world setting.

DAY 4: Bermuda – ship docked 9:00am – 5:00pm
Participants may take part in an excursion to Rose Island, including the popular swimming-with-pigs experience. Throughout the day, there will be opportunities to capture action photography, travel moments, and storytelling through images. Optional prompts and self-guided exercises may be shared to support continued engagement with photography during the excursion.

DAY 5: At Sea
As the journey comes to a close, Day 5 provides an opportunity to reflect on the overall experience and consider how to carry forward key takeaways. Participants are encouraged to spend time connecting with others, revisiting personal goals, and thinking about how mindset, wellness, and leadership practices can be integrated into daily life. Informal check-ins and reflection prompts may be available to support this process.

DAY 6: 8:00 AM – Ship arrives back in NYC
The ship arrives back in NYC at 8:00 AM. After breakfast, participants will begin the disembarkation process, which may take several hours. For this reason, please do not book a return flight earlier than 3:00 PM.

PRICE INCLUDES

This is and all-inclusive program combining a U.S. -based course with a guided travel experience.

Tuition and Academic:

Tuition fees
All course materials

Cruise Experience:

4-night cruise to Bermuda (September 20-24)
Shared inside cabin accommodation (4 nights)
All cruise taxes and pre-paid mandatory gratuities

Meals:

All meals onboard the ship: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Included onboard beverages (as provided by the cruise line)
One meal in NYC (Day 1)

Accommodation:

1 night at Q4 Hostel in NYC
4nights in an inside cabin on Carnival Venezia

Transportation:

OMNY card for subway rides will be provided in order to get to all included activities and excursions

Activities & Excursions:

All organized activities in NYC
Horseshoe Bay Beach excursion (famous pink beach sand) in Bermuda

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

Airfare to and from New York City
Airport transfers (airport to class location, cruise port to airport)
Lunches or Dinners.
Breakfast in NYC on Day 2
Wi-Fi/Internet access onboard the ship (available for purchase at an additional cost)

$1, 195 + registration fees | IN-PERSON | 72 Hours (equivalent to 6 credits)

Contact Information

Office of Continuing Education
161 Newkirk Street, Room E504
Jersey City, NJ 07306
(201) 360-4224
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