You must register First on Line for the 2010 ASP^® IAHSP^® Convention Symposium.  Only Active ASP’s^® or ASPM’s^® members may attend the convention. 

Your Convention Educational Fee is only $200 and MUST be paid in full as you register for our great ASP^® IAHSP^® convention.  This must be done BEFORE you will be able to book Your Cabin with Carnival Cruise Lines for your Room on the ship. We will email you directions of how to book your cabin room AFTER you register for the convention on line with Stagedhomes.com (see link above)

Questions about convention registration call Stagedhomes.com  800-392-7161 and ask for Shannon.  You must be an Active ASP^® with Stagedhomes.com to be able to register for our ASP^® Convention.  You may renew your ASP^® designation first if your membership has expired on this link:  http://www.stagedhomes.com/admin/loginfailed.php

After you register for your Convention Education with the registration on line link above then we will email you instructions in a confirmation email of how to book and pay for Your Ocean View Cabin  Room ($527.63) with Carnival Cruise Lines after you Register for the ASP^® Convention Itself First:

The convention is sold out. Register and Book Your Convention Education Space Now.  Register for the Convention now! We must receive your convention registration at Stagedhomes.com before June 10th.

Please see important information at the bottom of this page on policies, terms and conditions as we are cruising internationally and there are federal guidelines and laws that apply. It is important that you use a passport as you ID as you sail with us.

We hope you will join us on our ASP^® IAHSP^® Convention Symposium Cruise. It will be a cruise that brings new learning, new adventures and new successes for us all.

Sail Your Way to Success Aboard the ASP^® IAHSP^® Cruise 2010!

We will be so very excited to welcome you aboard.

Your Captain of Our ASP^® IAHSP^® 2010 Convention Symposium Cruise,

Barb

Barb Schwarz The Creator of Home Staging® CEO and Founder Stagedhomes.com Founder, Chairwoman, The International Association of Home Staging Professionals® and the IAHSP® Foundation, Creator of The ASP® Courses and Designation

 Stagedhomes.Com Policies:

1.      All people who register must be an Active up to date ASP^® or ASPM^® member of Stagedhomes.com You must be an Active ASP^® with Stagedhomes.com to be able to register for our ASP^® Convention.  You may renew your ASP^® designation first if your membership has expired on this link:  http://www.stagedhomes.com/admin/loginfailed.php

2.      You must register for the Educational part of the Convention Cruise First with StagedHomes.com BEFORE we give you directions for booking your room with Helms Briscoe for Carnival

3.      Warning: You must book your room according to the directions we give you to be a part of the ASP^® Convention!  If you do not book as a part of our group you will not be a part of our ASP^® Convention. Carnival has stated that anyone who tries to book their room separately from our group will not be in our ASP^® Convention Group.  No exceptions.  This is Stagedhomes.com policy as well.  No Exceptions.  We have worked hard to set all of this up for months with Carnival Cruise lines so do not attempt to book a room on your own.  No exceptions at all will be made. You will be given directions of how to book your room with Carnival once you register and pay for the Convention education portion on line with stagedhomes.com, see link below.  Cabins, Rooms or tickets purchased by any other means or by any other agencies will not be allowed to be a part of our ASP^® Convention Cruise.

4.      Register for the Convention Education First SOLD OUT or with Shannon at Stagedhomes.com 800-392-7161

5.      Registrations and payments for booking Cabin space for you and a roommate must be made at the same time with the Helms Briscoe Cruises and payment for both must be made to have a room shared by someone of your choice.

6.      Cabin prices quoted are for Ocean View Staterooms

7.      Our Group will have the early Dinning Room Seating which is scheduled for 6:00 pm

8.      You must have a valid up to date Passport for travel outside of the US or Canada.  Find information about obtaining a Passport through your local United States Postal Service (http://www.usps.com/passport/)

9.      No refunds will be given for any part of the Cruise or Convention fee…so please make sure the times and dates work for you.

10.  If you miss the actual sailing of the Cruise ship there will be no refunds what so ever given for the Convention education or for the Cruise

11.  Fees for private cabin rooms on the ship are higher than those stated above and Helms Briscoe for Carnival will give you those fees for a private room should you want to book a private cabin

12.  Private or balcony cabin rooms are available at higher room rates

13.  Optional transportation is available for purchase through Carnival Cruise Line from Houston Airports to the Pier. The cost for one-way, ground shuttle transfers to/from the airport/pier for this sailing are: $40 – Houston (IAH) International Airport and $30 Houston (Hobby) Airport.  NOTE: Embarkation day: passengers must arrive by 2:00 pm and Disembarkation day: passengers must schedule flights after 12:00 pm.

14.  Document Mailing: Cruise documents have now been replaced with e-docs by most cruise lines.  No more waiting and no more documents lost by the mail.  As a result you will not be receiving cruise documents by mail.  Each participant will be provided with their booking number and instructions on how to go online and register and print their cruise documents.

15.  ASPs^® attending the Convention Cruise must agree to what Carnival Cruise lines has as its policies and guidelines for said/ their cruises

16.  When you purchase an ASP^® IAHSP^® Stagedhomes.com 2010 Cruise Convention Symposium ticket you expressly acknowledge and understand that by purchasing a ticket you are voluntarily releasing, discharging and covenanting not to sue Stagedhomes.com, Barb Schwarz and the International Association of Home Staging Professionals for and from any and all liability for any damages, loss of personal property, possessions, baggage loss, bodily injury or loss of life in connection with the cruise convention symposium.

Terms and Conditions Of The Cruise Itself

BEFORE YOU BOOK!   Reviewing the following very important points is necessary to ensure the enjoyment of your cruise experience.  You will be unable to continue until you have done so.  It is the responsibility of all Non – U.S. Citizens to check with their consulate to determine what documentation is required for them to cruise on the itinerary in question.

 BEFORE YOU BOOK!
 
Reviewing the following very important points is necessary to ensure the enjoyment of your cruise experience.  You will be unable to continue until you have done so.
 
 
1.  DOCUMENTATION FOR BOTH U.S. AND NON - U.S. CITIZENS
 
It is the responsibility of all Non – U.S. Citizens to check with their consulate to determine what documentation is required for them to cruise on the itinerary in question. Because these requirements vary by country and can change at any time, neither we nor the cruise line will assume any responsibility for advising passengers what is required for foreign nationals.  Requirements for U.S. Citizens will also change.  We will do our best to assist, but cannot be held responsible for passengers who are denied boarding because they are unable to provide the required documentation at the port of embarkation.  We often work with www.passports.com 1-800-860-8610, but are not endorsing them. We recommend that any and all participants are made aware that they alone are responsible for having the proper identification. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has mandated that cruise lines must transmit their departure manifests no later than 60 minutes prior to departure from the U.S.  To comply, passenger information must be processes at least 90 minutes prior to the scheduled sailing time.  Therefore, passengers must provide complete and accurate immigration details in advance of the embarkation date.  This can be done online up to six days prior to sailing.  The e-ticket boarding pass will serve as a receipt at check-in. Passenger who have not provided the required details in advance MUST be checked-in no later than 90 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time or they will be denied boarding.

2.  PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP
 
Participant(s) are required to abide by the US State Department and Department of Homeland Security regulations regarding proof of citizenship.  Effective June 1, 2009, all individuals traveling by sea to the Bahamas and/or the Caribbean and/or Mexico may be required to have a valid passport.  Everyone (from new babies and up) will be required to have a passport when leaving and returning to the U.S. The proposed passport regulations might later set a minimum age.  The U.S. Government will set a date at least 60 days prior to the date; however, because of processing time, we encourage all passengers to apply at least three months prior to departure.  A lack of the proper identification will lead to denied entry to the cruise ship, and no refunds will be made. 
 
The United States government has mandated that all passengers should pre-register for their cruise by logging on to the cruise line’s website AT LEAST 3 days prior to departure.  For those guests that do not pre-register online, they MUST check in at the pier on embarkation day AT LEAST two hours prior to departure.  Guests that do not check in with the proper proof of identification using the above guidelines will not be permitted to cruise; no exceptions will be made.
  

MEDICAL POLICIES & AGE RESTRICTIONS REGARDING CRUISING
 
Guests with medical impairments that require the use of dialysis or oxygen should contact us to discuss policies and procedures for bringing the appropriate equipment onboard. For expecting mothers, Carnival Cruise Line requires a “Fit to Travel” certificate from the woman’s doctor in order to board the ship.  Carnival Cruise Line's specific policies regarding pregnancy and age restrictions are as follows:
 
A. Minors - Any Guest under the age of 18 shall be considered a minor and must travel with a parent or Legal Guardian or such other person as may be permitted by Carrier’s policies. No Guest under the age of 21 will consume any alcoholic beverages while on board the Vessel or Transport except as may be permitted by Carrier’s policy. No Guest under the age of twenty-one (21) will be booked in a stateroom unless accompanied by an adult twenty one (21) years of age or older, except for minors sailing with their parents or guardians in adjacent staterooms, or for under-aged married couples (proof of marriage is required). Carrier reserves the right to request proof of age at any time and Passenger’s age on the date of sailing determines his or her status for the entire cruise vacation. 
 
B. Pregnancy and Infants - Any Passenger who will enter the 24th week of pregnancy by the beginning of, or at any time during their cruise, agrees not to book the cruise or board the Vessel or Transport under any circumstances. No infants under a specific age (at least six (6) months for most cruises but twelve (12) months for other cruises) shall be booked on a cruise, nor brought onboard the Vessel or Transport by any Passenger under any circumstances. The most current minimum age requirements are available online at www.carnival.com. 
 
Stagedhomes.com and Helms Briscoe Inc. cannot be held responsible for passengers who may be denied boarding by the cruise line because they failed to comply with the specified cruise line’s requirements related to pregnancy and minimum age. If you have another type of medical condition that has not been mentioned, please inquire about policies and procedures that may affect your cruise.
 
 
4.   PAYMENT SCHEDULE for the Cruise Portion of the Convention and Your Cabin Itself Total is $527.63
 
After you register with Stagedhomes.com as explained above for the Convention Education Part of our trip then you must book your Cabin Room Deposit with Carnival Cruise Lines in the amount of $527.63. If you are booking for yourself and a room mate both must be paid at that time. You must do this within 48 hours of your registering for the Education Part of the Convention with Stagedhomes.com.  We will send you email confirmation instructions for booking your cabin room after you register for the Convention with Stagedhomes.com as stated above.  If you do not do not book your room within 48 hours with Carnival Cruise Lines per the email instructions we send you after you register for convention then you have no assurance at all that a room will be available for you on the Cruise.  YOU MUST BOOK YOUR ROOM WITHIN 48 HOURS OF REGISTERING WITH STAGEDHOMES.COM FOR THE CONVENTION ITSELF.

If payment my credit card, an authorization form will be sent to you upon completion of registration.

5.      NAME CHANGE POLICY
 
Passenger names must be submitted to Helms Briscoe Cruises no later than June 10, 2010.  Carnival Cruise Line reserves the right to assess a $50.00 per name change charge in the case of changes made less than 30 days prior to departure.  There will be no name changes or alterations to the rooming list seven days prior to the sailing date. 

6.       DOCUMENTS

Documents will be in the form of Edocs and sent to you within 48 hours of full payment being made.

7.       Cabin REGISTRATION 
 
Once your Room request has been confirmed and final Room payment has been made, you will receive a cabin assignment as well as a Booking ID Number.  This number will provide access to the Carnival Cruise Lines' registration site enabling you to register.

                  A Convention Testimonial from Katy Fineman-Jones, ASP, Columbus, OH

In 2008 I attended the ASP^® IAHSP^® Convention. I was not sure about going because I was a new stager (3 Months) and I was the only person in my area to attend.  But, I made the trip over to Seattle, Washington and wow, did I have an AMAZING time!

My head was a spin with the wealth of information that was shared. It took me weeks to digest everything I learned. I still refer to my notes from time to time. At the time I was in disbelief with how successful some of the stagers across the country were. I returned home so excited and I knew that I was going to do my best to promote my business and be the best ASP stager I could be.

Somehow I ended up on the entertainment committee. I am so glad that I did because had the chance to work with some really wonderful stagers. I networked every chance I got and learned during meetings and over dinner as well as in the workshops.

I connected with one ASPM Stager Stacey Gibson, with Chico Home Staging. We had fun hanging out together during the convention and have kept in touch ever since. We call each other every month or so and talk about our businesses. Having someone like this has really helped both of us grow our businesses. We exchange ideas of what has and has not worked for us.  At the beginning of the year we decided to spend some time visiting each other. Stacey came to Ohio this past week. Oh My Gosh! We had so much fun! We Staged, met with clients, shopped and networked then stayed up most the night talking, for three days straight. What fun! I can't wait to go to visit her and do it all again in her town. I know that if I had not gone to convention in 2008 I would never have been doing half of this. Thanks Barb for all you have done and continue to do with the Stagers and the convention.
I am so looking forward to the convention this year!!! I will so be there. If you need assistance feel free to put me down for a committee again this year!

Katy

Katy Fineman-Jones, ASP^®
My English Touch, LTD.
Columbus, OH