Bermuda
Join us in Bermuda for Veterinary CE, beautiful scenery, and time well spent with family and friends. We’ll be gathering at Grotto Bay Beach Resort & Spa, one of Bermuda’s most unique resorts, known for its crystal caves, calm turquoise waters, and relaxed island atmosphere.
Our mornings will be dedicated to engaging Veterinary CE, leaving the afternoons free to explore the island, enjoy the beach, snorkel, kayak, or simply unwind by the water. Whether you’re traveling with your family, your partner, or on your own, Bermuda offers the perfect mix of learning, adventure, and relaxation.
We hope you’ll join us for a memorable week of education, connection, and island time.
Conference: August 11-13, 2027
Grotto Bay Beach Resort & Spa
Surgery
Oncology
Join us in Bermuda for a few days of engaging Veterinary CE, beautiful scenery, and time well spent with family and friends. We’ll be gathering at Grotto Bay Beach Resort & Spa, one of Bermuda’s most unique resorts, known for its crystal caves, calm turquoise waters, and relaxed island atmosphere.
Our mornings will be dedicated to engaging Veterinary CE, leaving the afternoons free to explore the island, enjoy the beach, snorkel, kayak, or simply unwind by the water. Whether you’re traveling with your family, your partner, or on your own, Bermuda offers the perfect mix of learning, adventure, and relaxation.
We hope you’ll join us for a memorable week of education, connection, and island time.
Speakers
Rachel Williams
DVM, DACVS-SA
ACVS Fellow, Minimally Invasive Surgery
Clinical Assistant Professor Small Animal Surgery
College of Veterinary Medicine - University of Florida
Dr. Rachel Williams is currently a clinical assistant professor in small animal soft tissue surgery at the University of Florida. She graduated from the Western University of Health Sciences in 2017 before completing a rotating internship at the Angell Animal Medical Center in 2018.
Dr. Williams completed her small animal surgery residency at the University of Pennsylvania in 2021 and became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2022.
Her clinical and research interests include urinary surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and reconstructive surgery.
Topics
Foundations of GI Surgery: Principles & Foreign Body Management
Septic Peritonitis: From Diagnosis to Discharge
GDV: Diagnosis, Stabilization, and Surgical Management
From Stomach to Colon: Surgical Management of GI Neoplasia
Rethinking Urolithiasis: Workup to Recovery
Managing the Blocked Cat: From FLUTD to PU
Uroabdomen: Repairing the Traumatized Urinary Tract
The Obstructed Ureter: Stents, SUBs, and Beyond
Stacy Binstock
DVM, DACVIM (Oncology)
Dr. Stacy Binstock is a board-certified veterinary oncologist with more than two decades of experience helping pets and their families navigate a cancer diagnosis. She enjoys sharing practical, real-world approaches to oncology that help veterinarians feel more confident and comfortable managing cancer patients in everyday practice. Her focus in the clinic is to provide a practical, compassionate approach to oncology and to translate complex cancer care into a clear, actionable treatment plans for both pet owners and veterinary teams.
Known for her energetic and interactive lectures, Dr. Binstock combines evidence-based medicine with case-based discussions, clinical pearls, and audience participation to make oncology both approachable and applicable. Her areas of interest include strengthening collaboration between specialists and general practitioners and improving quality of life for pets with cancer.
When she is not seeing patients or speaking at veterinary conferences, Dr. Binstock enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and riding horses.
Topics to be Announced
Accommodations
Grotto Bay Beach Resort
& Spa
*Registration fee of $950 does not include lodging at Grotto Bay.
*Vet Voyagers events are designed as immersive destination experiences. To support our contracted room block and maintain discounted group rates, conference registration is intended for guests staying at the host property. Attendees planning to stay elsewhere are welcome but should contact us prior to registering.
After registering for the conference, guests will be provided an exclusive link to book lodging at Grotto Bay. Vet Voyager rates at Grotto Bay start at 30% off the going market rate, giving you a little extra bang for your buck and an excuse to add a couple more nights to your stay, splurge on dining, or treat the kiddos to an exciting local activity.
Vet Voyagers has secured a guaranteed resort rate of $516 / night valid from 10-14 August, 2027, based on single or double occupancy in an ocean view room. Guests are welcome to book additional nights pre and/or post retreat at the same rate, however lodging outside 10-14 Aug is pending resort availability. We encourage you to register and book early to maximize your stay on the island!
This rate does not include meals, 11.75% tax, and $13 per person per day gratuity. Additional person fee for a 3rd or 4th adult in the room is $60 per adult / per day. Children 0-17 stay free with adults but children 4-17 will be charged the nightly gratuity of $13 only.
*1 Room based on single occupancy is $589 / night including tax and gratuity
*1 Room based on double occupancy is $602.63 / night including tax and gratuity
After booking with Vet Voyagers you will receive a booking code to contact the resort directly to secure your stay. Grotto Bay requires a 2 night deposit for reservations.
Grotto Bay Cancellation Policy
Hotel cancellations within 14 days of arrival will be subject to a two night cancellation charge.
Vet Voyagers Exclusive Rate
$516 / Night*
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All guest rooms feature:
Flat screen HD TV
Mini fridge
Coffee maker
Hairdryer
Safe
Iron and ironing board
Telephone
Private balcony or walk-out patio
Extra power and USB outlets
Infant cribs (upon request, additional fee)
Roll-away bed (upon request, additional fee)
Microwave (upon request, additional fee)
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Complimentary WiFi throughout the Resort
24hr Front Desk service
3 restaurants, 2 bars, 1 roof top lounge
In-Room Dining
24hr outdoor swimming pool (Heated)
Jacuzzi
24hr state-of-the-art fitness center
Private beaches and dock
Transportation rentals: pedal bikes, mopeds, electric cars and e-bikes
Free parking
Ice and vending machines
100% non-smoking guest rooms
Handicap accessible rooms
Changing facility
Guest laundry room (coin operated)
Children’s playground
Dive Shop
Water Sports Shop
Swimming Cave (Cathedral Cave)
Natura Cave Spa and wellness classes
Inflatable water park (seasonal)
Nearby access to public transportation
Resort Highlights
Grotto Bay offers both relaxation and adventure while situated on a beautiful beach complete with its own cave system
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Nature Spa
A one of a kind spa experience set in Prospero’s Cave on property
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Pool and Beach
Heated pool with fitness center and bar
Jacuzzi overlooking the ocean
Perfectly calm Main Beach ideal for swimming, kayaking, lounging, paddle boarding and snorkeling the on-site shipwreck.
Onsite Honeymoon Beach displays a rich diversity of oceanic life from mangroves, to fish and lobsters hidden in coastal crevices.
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Cathedral Cave
A cave with crystal clear water reserved exclusively for Grotto Bay guests, take a rejuvenating dip steps from your room
Bermuda Bucket List
While one member of our Vet Voyagers’ family enjoys nothing more than relaxing at the beach or pool after her CE, the other’s sights are set off property, taking the kids to explore everything the local area has to offer!
Nearby Crystal and Fantasy Caves
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Blue Hole Park and Tom Moore's Jungle
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Scuba - Bermuda is the Wreck Capital of the World!
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Tucker's Town
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Pink Sand Beach
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Explore 17th Century British Forts
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Golf by the Ocean
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Bermuda Aquarium
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Swim With the Turtles
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Climb to the Top of Gibbs Hill Lighthouse
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Visit Historic St. George's Town
Nearby Crystal and Fantasy Caves 〰️ Blue Hole Park and Tom Moore's Jungle 〰️ Scuba - Bermuda is the Wreck Capital of the World! 〰️ Tucker's Town 〰️ Pink Sand Beach 〰️ Explore 17th Century British Forts 〰️ Golf by the Ocean 〰️ Bermuda Aquarium 〰️ Swim With the Turtles 〰️ Climb to the Top of Gibbs Hill Lighthouse 〰️ Visit Historic St. George's Town
Join us in Bermuda for a few days of engaging Veterinary CE, beautiful scenery, and time well spent with family and friends. We’ll be gathering at Grotto Bay Beach Resort & Spa, one of Bermuda’s most unique resorts, known for its crystal caves, calm turquoise waters, and relaxed island atmosphere.
Our mornings will be dedicated to engaging Veterinary CE, leaving the afternoons free to explore the island, enjoy the beach, snorkel, kayak, or simply unwind by the water. Whether you’re traveling with your family, your partner, or on your own, Bermuda offers the perfect mix of learning, adventure, and relaxation.
We hope you’ll join us for a memorable week of education, connection, and island time.