RACE & NYSED Approved CE
New Zealand
Veterinary CE
April 5-7, 2027
$1299
15 CE Hours
EmergencY & Internal Med
Tucked deep within New Zealand’s lush rainforest, this CE retreat invites you to step into something extraordinary. Imagine waking to the sound of soft rainfall weaving through ancient canopy, mist rising from emerald valleys, and air so clean it feels almost new. This is not just a destination—it’s an experience shaped by nature, distance, and intention.
Days unfold slowly here: thoughtful learning sessions balanced by forest walks, reflective pauses, and moments of stillness that feel increasingly rare back home. Evenings settle into a rhythm of connection, warm light, and the subtle magic of being somewhere profoundly different.
For many, New Zealand lives on the “someday” list—the faraway, almost-mythic escape at the edge of the world. This is your invitation to make it real. To trade routine for wonder. To cross hemispheres not just for CE credits, but for clarity, perspective, and the kind of beauty that lingers long after you’ve returned.
Christina Whitley
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Christina Whitley obtained her undergraduate and veterinary degree at NC State University. She then completed a rotating internship at BluePearl Veterinary Specialists in Atlanta, GA and moved to Wisconsin where she worked as an emergency doctor at Lakeshore Veterinary Specialists. Dr. Whitley moved back to Atlanta to complete a residency in Emergency and Critical Care with BluePearl Veterinary Specialists. She now resides in Wilmington, NC where she enjoys the ocean life with her family. Dr. Whitley enjoys complex cases that involve multiple body systems, sepsis, blood disorders, trauma and respiratory distress. She thoroughly enjoys teaching and has multiple publications. When Dr. Whitley is off duty, she enjoys any time with her husband, children and animals, being outdoors, traveling, reading, attempting to garden, and attending sports events and concerts!
Lectures Coming Soon!
Ryan Bray
Internal Medicine
Dr. Ryan Bray obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Florida and his veterinary degree from North Carolina State University. He completed a small animal rotating internship in Chicago and his small animal internal medicine residency at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. He has worked in specialty private practice in both Atlanta, Georgia and Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Bray enjoys teaching and training veterinary students and associate doctors. His clinical interests include acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease, immune-mediated disorders, and nutritional management of the critically ill patient. Outside of work, he enjoys a variety of activities with his family: exploring the US, traveling the world, attending sporting events and concerts, and enjoying nature.
Lectures
Itinerary
Welcome Lunch
Afternoon Lectures
Morning Lectures
Lunch
Free to Explore
Morning Lectures
Lunch
Group Excursion
Hotel
Waitakere Resort and Spa
This beautiful family owned rainforest resort is perched on a hill with sweeping views. Just a short drive from Auckland International Airport. Lectures will be held here in the Tui room with a magnificent view.
Rates
$220 NZD + taxes per night (~$125 USD)
To Book, please call or email the hotel directly and reference Vet Retreats April 2027
Email Contact: info@waitakereresort.co.nz
Rooms are limited at this rate. If sold out, you are welcome to stay anywhere in the area, it’s not required to stay at the conference hotel.
FAQ
15 Hours RACE Approved CE
Daily Lunch
Coffee & snacks during lectures
Group Excursion – Whale Watching Cruise with island stopover
Custom Welcome Bag
Airfare to New Zealand
Transfers to Hotel
Trip Insurance (Highly Recommend)
Any extras not expressly listed
Everyone in the veterinary community! Our world class continuing education is targeted to veterinarians and technicians but anyone from reception to kennel techs and students are welcome to attend.
Non Vet-Med guests are absolutely welcome! There is an extra charge to include your guest on the group excursion – please email us to inquire after registration.
Due to the extended travel planning to New Zealand, refunds & transfers are only available prior to January 15, 2027. In the event of a cancellation, $200 of the course fee is non refundable. After January 15, 2027, no refunds or transfers are possible.
Traveling Vet Retreats is not responsible for travel delays, sold out lodging, illness, personal emergencies etc. For this reason, we highly recommend purchasing a trip insurance of your choice to cover your costs.
You must request a cancellation in writing to travelingvetretreatsce@gmail.com.
New Zealand Veterinary CE. This program is pending submission for RACE approval for 15 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval. Program #