Saturday, January 29, 2011

Shake Your Hips: Dance Cruise

By Jennifer Vargas


A cruise ship may sound like the sort of place only seniors go, but if so they are usually they are very active seniors. Take a dance cruise, just as an example. Chances are all ages will be on board, while the over-seventies will put younger passengers through their paces.

A steady liner means nothing will interrupt your learning, practising or teaching. A cruise is one ideal way to commit yourself to picking-up a new hobby or continuing a well-established one. This is an entertainment that will give you maximum benefit.

One thing you gain is confidence. Having acquired the moves, all you need is a partner. Often, operators will ensure there are hosts employed to entertain single ladies on the floor, or with that boost of self-esteem you might approach other singles on board.

Another thing you gain is society. Cruises are like giant social clubs. Move from one dance room, restaurant, pool and walking party to another bumping into people you met while learning to Tango. Finally, you will get in shape. While captive at sea there is no excuse for not joining in. All of your basic needs are met, including food and drink, so all you have is time.

Sometimes a cruise is very specifically aimed at a particular group. You may be there to learn. Frequently advertised dance types include Latin and ballroom, though square dancing, disco and Zumba crop-up too. Check websites to see what passengers are wearing and it soon becomes clear that this is a definite chance to dress-up. Either pack your gear or buy some on-board.

Spend the night on-board and wake-up to your breakfast and goodbyes. Book an entire week to combine dancing with touring far-flung places with newly-made friends. Or, just board a one-night cruise running merely hours, perhaps connected to a dinner cruise.

Not everyone on board is a single lady, even though often the ratio makes it highly beneficial for single men to book a cruise. Come with your spouse. Bring a daughter or friends. If you join enough cruises there are soon discounts and specials offered you which could see passengers catch the dancing bug.




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