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Dance in floripa 2008

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April 30th to May 5
Dance in
Floripa 2008!


T
he soothing dance
adventure in Brazil


Caution!!!
You may not want
to come back
from this trip!

Dance in Floripa is soothing because you are in a relaxing environment surrounded by natural beauty, friendly dancers, good service and fun activities specially designed for the ones that love partner dancing.
The combination of tours, fine Brazilian Cuisine and fun Social Dancing will heal any stress you may be carrying.

Dance is Floripa is also an adventure that resides on the excitement in performing in a foreign land, exploring a tropical paradise, experiencing a different culture, their food, their dancing, and making Brazilian friends and maybe becoming a little Brazilian yourself.

 

1. Florianópolis, or Floripa as it is more commonly known, is a fantastic place, a vibrant mix of the best Brazil offers.
The capital of the State of Santa Catarina, one of Brazil's wealthiest per capita states, Florianópolis is modern and cosmopolitan yet enchanting and rustic at the same time. It is one of the most popular destinations in Brazil, also called “The Magic Island” due to its unique combination of superb beaches, a unique culture, beautiful scenery, and a cosmopolitan mix of people. It is one of the few destinations in the world where the new and the old coexist harmoniously. Blessed with tremendous natural beauty, the city also offers agitated (particularly in the South American vacation season of December through March) beaches and tourism infrastructure, excellent dining and nightlife, first-world shopping options, as well as untouched pristine nature preserves and charming little fishing villages. The island has 42 main beaches (each with a distinct neighborhood and personality surrounding it, so truly something for everyone), innumerable parks, natural reserves, squares, large lagoons, sand dunes, and much more.

2. You just love to dance
Samba, Lambada, Forró, Bolero and more! This is a chance to connect to a different culture. By learning some Brazilian dances you may find better ways to communicate than speaking. You are going to participate of the best Ballroom Dance Festival in Brazil, with opprotunities to learn, to dance and to perform. It is the ideal setting for a once in a lifetime dance experience where you will be able to demonstrate a hint of your dancing sharing with the so appreciative Brazilians some of the American Ballroom Dancing Culture.

3. You won’t have a single worry
Forever Dancing specialists have been organizing trips to Brazil for 9 years. They became renowned for providing this unique dance experience to an exclusive dance clientele. Everything is arranged to give you the best of everything and leaving you free to take in every minute with no worries at all.
When you come back from your trip, you will be filled with amazing experiences and impressions. Exquisite food, native dance parties, tours and shows from the best dancers have all been carefully planned for your pleasure.

 
What is included?
Round trip airfare from/to Miami - Florianopolis.
One of the best accommodation in a strategical centered location in Floripa Downtown with a beatiful view of the sea and easy access to Restaurants, Banks, Night Clubs and all of our tours and activities.
Transportation and tickets to all planned tours, events and attractions.
Two Complete Meals a Day. Mostly Breakfast and dinner (except for drinks)
Group dance classes and parties, including a ballroom formation showcase dance presentation on the theater
Bi-lingual Brazilian native dancer guide to host the attractions and night
events
Your guide will take care of everything from your arrival to your departure,
including transportation, hotels and transfers. Schedulle is optional but night activities are strongly reccommended.


Space is limited so please reserve as soon as possible to avoid disappointment
 

This is your next adventure

Floripa City Tour

The Ilha da Magia (Island of Magic) is undoubtedly one of the most special cities in Brazil. Repeatedly elected the state capital that enjoys the best quality of life in the country, We will explore this city in details.

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Schooner Trip

The best way to know an island is by boat. You will visit an inspirational place for many songs and poems and countless love affairs, and special places where the sea, lagoon and vegetation meet in one place, with breathtaking views.

Fishing Village Tour
(Oyster specialties)

This is the least developed part of the island, with the most wildlife. At Ribeirão da Ilha, in the southern bay area, the original Azorean colonists have left their most characteristic imprint; here their culture and architecture are still preserved today. The area is also famous for producing the best oysters in Brazil and possibly the best in the world; we won’t miss the chance to try this delicacy in situ.

Jurere tour with Luau

We are going to visit and party in the most sophisticated part of the island. Organized, planned, safe, and clean, attracting many visitors who decide to become residents, due to the excellent quality of life.

Fabulous Food

The Latin American cuisine is as varied as the people who live there. Brazil in particular, with its huge variety of people and cultures will offer you a sumptuous pallet of fresh fruits, the highest quality meats and spices to thrill you. Your guide will make sure that you leave Brazil saying “I’ve never eaten so well in my life!”

Shopping in Floripa

is an amazing experience on several levels. Find exquisite clothing, jewelry, shoes, bags, and more at very reasonable prices. Complement what you find in the stores with the local crafts to be found in the outdoor markets, where you can talk to the people who have made the products and come away with gifts you know are one of a kind!

and More...

There is so much to see in Florianopolis that it is hard to choose what to see, but trust your native guide. He will select the best spots and restaurants, for you.

About the island....

Open marketplaces with hand-made crafts, local art boutiques, sprawling urban landscapes and of course the famous sand beaches.

The inviting waves on beaches such as Joaquina have encouraged successive national and international surfing championships to be held here. Beaches such as Canasvieiras and Jurerê with hotels and sophisticated restaurants, compete with the rustic charm of beaches such as Campeche, Ponta dos Naufragados and Solidão.

Along the coast, a series of fortresses built to withstand invasion by the Spanish and Dutch during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries are a relic from the colonization of the state. Amongst them are the Fortress of Santa Cruz on the Island of Anhatomirim, the Fortress of São José da Ponta Grossa between the beaches of Daniela and Jurerê, registered as Historical Heritage, and Santo Antônio, on the Island of Ratones Grande. In Pântano do Sul, also on the coast, is the capital's most authentic fishing village.

The centre of Florianópolis, with its alleys, rows of typical houses, churches and museums, contains many examples of colonial architecture. Amongst these are the former government palace, nowadays the Cruz e Souza Museum (which took its name from the famous poet from Santa Catarina who formed the symbolist movement) and the Public Market built in 1898 which sells food and local handicrafts under the shade of a one hundred year old fig tree. Close to the centre is the house where Victor Meirelles was born, one of the authors who devised the first mass spoken in Brazil. The building is registered by the Institute of Historical and Artistic Heritage and houses the Victor Meirelles Museum.

Capital of the State of Santa Catarina, it occupies the central third of Santa Catarina Island. The link to the mainland is made easily via two public bridges one of which is Brazil's largest suspension bridge. Florianopolis, or Floripa, has become one of the hottest tourist destinations in all of brazil with good reason. It is an immense mountainous island with more than 40 natural beaches. Known for the beauty of the local people the island attracts visitors from Argentina and Uruguay as well as Brazil.

There is a very large lagoon - Lagoa da Conceicao - in the middle of the island and a fresh water lake, Lagoa do Peri, in a municipal park right next to the ocean on the South end of the island. One can surf the waves on the beaches Brava, Mole, and Joaquina or surf the sand dunes next to Joaquina Beach. There is nude sunbathing also available on a more remote beach close to Galheta Beach.

Because the island is the home town of 3 time French Open Champion Gustavo Kuerten if you're a tennis fan you'll be sure to find good courts as it has become the center for tennis training in Brazil. Sun, surfing, dunes, beautiful natives, and mountains make this island one of the premiere tourist destinations in Brazil

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What makes this trip extra special are the dance attractions specially design for you self enjoyment
Special Dance Attractions

Ademir Rosa Theater Nights
May 1 - Professional Theatrical Ballroom Play
May 2 - Amateur and Professional Selected Showcase 1
May 3 - Stage Ballroom Competition
May 4 - Farewell Performances - Awards

The Showcases are pre-selected by video and only the best will be presented. The performances will be on stage. Please do participate!
Students are welcome. The Stage Partnering Dance Competition have prize in Cash.

YOU HAVE AN OPEN INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN OUR BRONZE LEVEL WALTZ GROUP FORMATION ROUTINE AND BE PART OF THE SHOW. See more below

If you are interested in presenting other number please contac: Fabio@ForeverDancing.com

Ballroom Competition
Group Dance

Brazilian Ballroom Social Dance Parties
Two ballrooms with two different environments with DJ spinning the best hits of Ballroom music. The strongest dances in Brazil are Samba, Bolero (Rumba), Swing, Salsa (mambo), Cha-cha, Argentine Tango, Zouk (Slow Lambada)and Merengue.
Brazilians do not practice Waltz or Foxtrot in the Ballroom. They love the music but do not know how to dance those dances socially. Be prepare to show off. One of our contributions will be to present such beautiful dances in the social environment.


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Brazilian Ballroom Workshops
You will have the chance to learn some very typical social Brazilian dances like the Samba, Forro , Lambada and Bolero. They are lots of Fun!!

Formation Team Showcase
The Brazilians, for all of their samba and feathers, are always entranced by our ballroom showcase and costumes. This is your chance for an intercultural exchange in which you get to be in the limelight.
A writen group routine will be sent in advance so you can start practising. We
will have three hours of group practice in Brasil just to be able to dance as a team.

Floripa by Night
Floripa's night-life is fun! You will be able to go from modern Luau parties on the beach to elegant restaurants and some cozy piano-bars with jazz music and bossa nova.

Call Now and Join Us!!!
info@DancingTrips.com

703-200-4520

Reservations Before March, 2008. Sorry no refunds.
 
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