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Friday, Day 1: New York to St. Petersburg
Depart to St. Petersburg, Russia.
Saturday, Day 2: St. Petersburg
Program briefing: Discuss the political and cultural
diversity of Russia and receive further information
on the delegation
Sunday, Day 3: St. Petersburg
Visit Peterhof, the world-famous palace,
fountain and park ensemble, and an outstanding
landmark of Russian artistic culture of the 18th and
19th centuries.
Marvel at the frescos and mosaics inside the
Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood.
Monday, Day 4: St. Petersburg
Professional program focusing on:
- Current state of affairs regarding privatizing insurance industry, and economic incentives, ownership interests and resources being offered to attract foreign insurance company operations in Russia and Poland, along with any constraints being imposed
- Medical, life, dental, vision and other related benefits plans offered by employers, whether they are fully or partially funded by employers, or are offered as optional benefits
Venture through Pavlovsk, one of the most
prominent historical imperial estates in St.
Petersburg.
Explore the Peter and Paul Fortress and the adjacent
cathedral, as well as a visit to St. Isaac’s
Cathedral.
Take in a cultural performance later today.
Tuesday, Day 5: St. Petersburg
Professional program focusing on:
- Impact of technological developments, use of automation and e-commerce on insurance industry, consumers and regulators
- Current regulation of insurance industry, and insurance reforms implemented in recent years and being proposed
Guest program:
Walk around Catherine’s Palace in
Tsarskoe Selo, the former summer residence of
the Russian imperial family.
Experience the Hermitage Museum. The
museum was founded by Catherine II as a home for
her art collection and a retreat connected to
her private apartments, the Winter Palace.
POLAND Situated in
the heart of Europe, Poland has long been both a
bridge and a front line between eastern and
western Europe. Today’s Poland has successfully
transitioned from nearly 40 years of Soviet
occupation ending in the early 1990s into a
capitalist democracy. Consequently, the country
has transformed its economy into one of the most
robust in Central Europe. Poland is a
multifaceted country where medieval towns
co-exist with modern high-tech buildings.
Wednesday, Day 6: St. Petersburg to Warsaw
Depart for Warsaw, Poland.
Thursday, Day 7: Warsaw
Professional program focusing on:
- Effect on insurance industry due to greater access to insurance market by foreign companies, and whether these companies will become potential threat to domestic insurance companies
- Current trends in terrorism, fraud, crime and environmental changes, and insurance companies’ approaches to cover these exposures
Guest program:
Receive a guided orientation of Warsaw’s
local flea markets to get a sense of
everyday life in Poland.
Friday, Day 8: Warsaw
Professional program focusing on:
- Developments and trends in the field of claims management in recent years, including regulatory sources, outsourcing, cost containment and anti-fraud applications
Guest program:
Spend time in the Wilanów Palace,
which serves as a branch of the National
Museum.
Saturday, Day 9: Warsaw
Discover the beauty of Warsaw during
visits to Old Town and Castle
Square, the house of Madame Curie,
St. John Cathedral and Market
Square.
Visit the Ghetto Memorial, the
Royal Lazienki Park, the Tomb of
the Unknown Soldier, Chopin’s
Monument, and Belvedere Palace.
Share your memories and experiences with
other delegates during your last dinner
in Poland.
Sunday, Day 10: Warsaw to New York
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