--- Arabian Nights at Sea ---
Our annual cruise has again amassed the best of the best to bring you fun, entertainment, friendship, and the perfect learning environment. You will not want to miss one moment of this spectacular opportunity to dance with the best and learn secrets that can only be told on the high seas.
.
Let the music of gypsies weave its way into your heart, spinning
tales of
fire, romance and magic.
Board a cruise ship to warm, sunny, lively Ensenada, Mexico with
everything you need and want, add a ship full of belly dancers and
musicians, performing, taking seminars and celebrating life and dance.
This is Arabian Nights at Sea!
2008 ~ "11th Annual" Cruise
If
you are a dancer or want to be one, this is the place to be!
A vacation that frees you from the mundane of daily chores and transports
you into a world of color and excitement. Join a hundred and fifty dancers
and musicians coming together in this celebration of dance and life!
Let the ship Paradise sail away with you on it! This cruise not only
offers all the amenities of a fine hotel with your own cabin genie on call
for your every request and wish, 24 hour pizza bar, swimming, dancing, shows,
fine dining and whatever you desire ~ ' poof' ~, it's yours!
Leaving port out of Long Beach Cruise Terminal on Friday evening as the sun
follows the ship into moonlight, classes begin, dining at eight and the magic
hour of midnight brings the gala performance.
The excitement builds as you gather to experience the rich, firey music of
Light Rain with its hypnotic sounds of the flute and violin, pulling you
deeper into far away places and ancient lands.
The
rapid movement of hips, flying skirts accompanied by the rhythmic heart beat
of the drums present a spinning tapestry of color and movement. Professional
dancers and teachers will inspire you with their talents and performances,
dazzling the eyes and creating a memory of an unforgettable evening.
Upon awakening, you find yourself in port in Mexico. This is your chance
to disembark and step into adventure on the streets of Ensenada. Shopping
awaits! If you are a brave soul, you may want to enter the world of Papa's
and Beer,
a fast pace restaurant and bar that never stops! Horseback riding, tours
to natures wonders or sitting in a street cafe with an iced margarita watching
others move about while you relax.
There are classes offered all day Saturday if you choose to stay on the ship.
Back on board at six and prepare for dinner at 8:30 pm. This is formal
night. Dressing to the "nines" is it. Wear whatever you like whether it
be full belly dance costume to cocktail attire. Your waiters always have
a lively surprise to offer in honor of your presence.
After dinner, the sky is the limit. Druming and dance under the stars during our Drum Circle / Dance Party, or attend a lavish show, intimate lounge act, or a quiet stroll on
the deck in the moonlight if that be your cup of mint tea!
Sunday at sea and continuous classes are offered or you may see yourself
on the sun deck, drink in hand (presented by your smiling, attentive
waiter) listening to the sounds of the ocean and watching the playful dolphins.
The finale begins Sunday night and what a finale! You and your new
friends and family of dancers are invited to a hafla, a private cocktail
party and open dance opportunity with "Light Rain". You may
sign up earlier to perform in costume or dance with the group in an 
open
dance setting. Be prepared! This can be too much fun!
In addition for the evening, a beautiful fashion show presented by
Audrena whose costumes are made in Egypt and modeled by participants in
our cruise.
The excitement is high as Michele Nicola, our hostess and director will
pick someone who holds the lucky raffle ticket to win a free cruise for next
year.
In our 11th year of sailing, we see many familiar faces returning and
many new ones. This is an adventure you can experience over and over.
We invite and welcome you to join us in our celebration of life and dance
on Arabian Nights at Sea!
