A tropical resort scene with a sandy beach, palm trees, and a large hotel in the background. The beach has lounge chairs, and a person is standing on rocks near the water with the ocean in the foreground. Hills are visible in the distance under a par
A cup of fruit and granola topped with sliced strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, and crushed nuts, placed on a wooden table with sunglasses and napkins nearby.
A tropical resort with tall buildings, lush palm trees, swimming pools, and a view of the ocean in the distance on a clear sunny day.
A paved road surrounded by lush tropical palm trees and vegetation, with green mountains and cloudy sky in the background.
Woman in a swimsuit enjoying an outdoor shower with water cascading on her head, surrounded by lush greenery and modern patio furniture.
Aerial view of a rugged green volcano near the coastline, with a road running along its base, overlooking the ocean, under a cloudy sky.
High-rise resort building with balconies, surrounded by palm trees, against a bright blue sky with clouds.
A diver with a snorkel and oxygen tank exploring an aquarium with coral and fish beneath the water surface, with a hotel and rock formation above water.
A panoramic view of a volcanic crater with a blue-green bay inside, surrounded by lush green hills and a mountain in the background, with a town along the coast and a partly cloudy sky.

Aulani,
A Disney Resort and Spa

Our toddler made us do it.

What’s more family friendly than Hawaii? Disney in Hawaii! Leave your passport at home and escape to paradise with Vet Voyagers at Disney Aulani. Set along the sunny shores of Ko Olina, this spring retreat blends engaging Veterinary CE with everything families love about Hawaii - calm lagoons, golden beaches, and Disney’s signature attention to detail. Enjoy exclusive Vet Voyagers rates starting at 40% off normal rates 27 February - 10 March.

After your half-day CE, recharge with family at Aulani’s expansive pools, waterslides, kids’ clubs, and immersive island experiences - all in a relaxed, welcoming setting designed for every age. This retreat is the perfect balance of professional growth, pure island fun, and meaningful family time (or send the kiddos off to the club)!

March 3-5, 2027
Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa

Anesthesia
Radiology

Oahu | 03 - 05 Mar 2027 Oahu | 03 - 05 Mar 2027
Oahu | 03 - 05 Mar 2027
$950.00

What’s more family friendly than Hawaii? Disney in Hawaii! Leave your passport at home and escape to paradise with Vet Voyagers at Disney Aulani. Set along the sunny shores of Ko Olina, this spring retreat blends engaging Veterinary CE with everything families love about Hawaii - calm lagoons, golden beaches, and Disney’s signature attention to detail. Enjoy exclusive Vet Voyagers rates starting at 40% off normal rates 28 February - 08 March.

After your half-day CE, recharge with family at Aulani’s expansive pools, waterslides, kid’s clubs, and immersive island experiences - all in a relaxed, welcoming setting designed for every age. This retreat is the perfect balance of professional growth, pure island fun, and meaningful family time (or send the kiddos off to the club)!

Speakers

Erin Hennessey

DVM, DACVR, DACVPM

Dr. Erin Hennessey earned her veterinary degree from the University of Pennsylvania and is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Radiology and the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine. Her diverse professional background was cultivated over 13 years of active duty service in the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps, a career that quite literally took her around the world.

Driven by a passion for military working dog medicine, Dr. Hennessey served as the attending veterinarian for the U.S. Marine Corps Special Operations Multi-Purpose Canines while also earning advanced specialization in radiology. Following her residency, she served at the Holland Veterinary Hospital in San Antonio TX, the Department of Defense’s veterinary specialty and referral center serving multiple government agencies.

Dr. Hennessey currently practices as a full-time civilian radiologist while continuing her service in the Army Reserves. She has a particular professional interest in musculoskeletal imaging, the responsible implementation of artificial intelligence in veterinary diagnostic imaging, and veterinary education.

Dr. Hennessey lives outside Philadelphia with her husband, three energetic boys, a spoiled pit bull, and three cats - embracing the joyful chaos of boy mom life.

Victoria M. Lukasik

DVM, DACVAA

Dr. Victoria Lukasik is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia (DACVAA). She has spent a majority of her career providing clinical anesthesia care for high risk patients through her mobile private practice Southwest Veterinary Anesthesiology. She is also a holds a post as Professor of Practice at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine while continuing to attend high risk anesthetic patients on a daily basis.

After finishing her anesthesia residency at Cornell University, Dr. Lukasik completed advanced training in cardiothoracic anesthesia at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. She has been involved in total artificial heart and left ventricular assist device research and participates in training MD surgical teams learning to implant and operate these devices.

Dr. Lukasik is a nationally and internationally recognized speaker and has received several professional awards, including one for compassion.

Accommodations

Tall hotel with tropical trees and a blue sky in the background.
A winding paved road runs through a lush tropical landscape with palm trees and other green foliage, set against a backdrop of green mountains partially covered by clouds.
Resort with swimming pools, palm trees, and ocean view on a sunny day.

Aulani,
A Disney Resort & Spa

Explore Hotel

*Registration fee of $950 does not include lodging at Disney Aulani.

*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 should contact us prior to registering.

After registering for the conference, guests will be provided an exclusive link to book lodging at Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa. Vet Voyager rates start at 40% 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 a whale watching cruise.

Vet Voyagers resort rate of $439 / night is valid from 27 Feb - 10 March, does not include tax, and is based off of 2 adults / room, no extra charges for children 17 years and younger. Maximum of 4 guests + 1 infant per room. 3rd & 4th adult in room will be charged $100 + tax per room / night. Rooms included at this rate include: Single King with pullout Queen sofa bed, 2 Queen Beds; standard, poolside garden view, and island garden view rooms.

For larger families, or to upgrade your room, the resort’s group reservation specialist can book suites as well as 1,2, and 3 bedroom villas pending availability. Book early and mention you’re attending Vet Voyagers Conference for the best available rates in these type of accommodations.

Parking: $40 per vehicle / day

No resort fee!

 Vet Voyagers Exclusive Rate

$439 / Night*

  • • Wireless high-speed internet in all guest rooms

    • No resort fee

    • Access to 4 themed pools (including an adult pool)

    • Luana Lounge – early check-in/late check-out lounge

    • Mikimiki Fitness Center

    • Aunty’s Beach House

    • Aulani beach lounge chairs and umbrellas

  • • Movie Nights Under the Stars

    • Mo’olelo Fireside Storytelling

  • • Access to world class golf, discounted group golf rates available

    • Marina located 3 minutes from resort offering snorkel sailing and deep-sea fishing

    • Exclusive island excursions created for Aulani guests

    • Laniwai Spa, voted by Conde Nast Traveler as one of the top 35 new spas in the world!!

    • Paddle Boarding and Hawaiian Canoe Adventure (on-site lagoon!)

Resort Highlights

In true Disney fashion, there is simply too much to list! Some of our favorites for the whole family are listed below, but make sure you explore Aulani’s webpage to ensure your family doesn’t miss out on any of the hundreds of activities to choose from.

  • Aerial view of a tropical resort with lush green trees, colorful playground, pool area, surrounded by palm trees, ocean in the background, and an island on the horizon under a partly cloudy sky.

    For The Kiddos

    Aunty’s Beach House - Supervised Kid’s Club for guests aged 4 to 12

    Disney Character Experiences

    Pau Hana Room - Community Hall Featuring Movies, Games, Arts and Crafts and More

    Adventure Trail

    Fire Pit Storytelling

    Ukulele Lessons

    So Much More!

  • Colorful children's playground with slides, climbing structures, and a rainbow-colored path, set in a sunny outdoor area with palm trees.

    For Mom & Dad

    Spa & Hydrotherapy Garden

    Golf - Kids Play Free After 3pm!

    Adults Only Pool

    Sunrise Yoga On The Beach

    Fitness Center

  • Adults and children feed a donkey in a grassy outdoor area, with trees and buildings in the background.

    For The Whole Family

    4 Themed Pools - Including an Adult’s Only Pool and Lazy River

    Rainbow Reef - Onsite Snorkeling Lagoon

    Private Beach - Beach Equipment Rentals

    Explore The Stars - Telescope Experience

    Channel Your Inner Moana - Sailing Canoe Experience

    Off Resort Excursions

Oahu Family Favorites

As tempting as it may be to spend your entire CE on property with all that Disney Aulani has to offer, make sure you book enough nights to explore the island of Oahu as well. Just like the resort, Oahu has so much to offer we’re not even scratching the surface, but some of our family’s favorite activities on the island include:

Snorkel Hanauma Bay

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Shark Cage Diving on the North Shore

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Pearl Harbor

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Road Trip Around the Island in a Jeep

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Hiking! Hiking! Hiking!

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Waikiki Shopping

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Leonard's Malasadas

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Dole Plantation

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Diamond Head

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Snorkel Hanauma Bay 〰️ Shark Cage Diving on the North Shore 〰️ Pearl Harbor 〰️ Road Trip Around the Island in a Jeep 〰️ Hiking! Hiking! Hiking! 〰️ Waikiki Shopping 〰️ Leonard's Malasadas 〰️ Dole Plantation 〰️ Diamond Head 〰️

A coastal scene with a sandy beach, a crescent-shaped bay with turquoise waters, lush green hills, and a tall, conical volcanic mountain near the shoreline. Overcast sky with some clouds.
A narrow metal pathway with railings leading upwards on the side of a lush green mountain, with a rocky top and a large metallic structure in the distance, under a cloudy sky.
Aerial view of a coastal mountain with steep ridges, lush green vegetation, and a winding road along the shoreline, overlooking the ocean and a cloudy sky.
A coastal highway winding along rugged cliffs with ocean waves crashing below, sunset illuminating the landscape.
A narrow road surrounded by lush green tropical plants and palm trees, leading toward green mountains partially covered by clouds in the background.
Tropical beach scene at sunset with a palm tree, rocky shoreline, sandy beach, ocean waves, and cloudy sky with orange and gray hues.