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I want to take the local natives out for food and beer one night next week – pref NOT friday – and sneak some dancing in – needs to be central london: waterloo, victoria, westminster, LSquare, Covent Garden etc
Anybody know of somewhere
yup done that one – expensive beer, naff food, average dance experience – there must be something better where I can take folk for a get tother and have somebody suprise them with a dance class and dance night.
There are loads of bars in London that do Salsa dancing, too many to list but you'll get a lot of great information from the following link. Have fun.
read comments (2)Where does salsa dancing originate from?
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Find Adventure During your Puerto Rico Vacation
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Imagine visiting a place with exotic flair, stunning beaches, and a rich and varied culture, and being welcomed as an American citizen at the same time. You’ll have the chance to sample the food, language, music, and architecture of what has become the melding of several continents without having to acquire a passport or learn a new language. In Puerto Rico, everything is here, and it couldn’t be easier to take it all in.
Located in the southern Caribbean Sea southeast of Florida, this U.S. commonwealth contains a richness of elements unparalleled by most other places of its size. Nearly four million people call Puerto Rico home, and most are able to trace their lineage back through hundreds of tumultuous years. Whether their ancestors hail from Spain, France, Scotland, The Dominican Republic, Cuba, or somewhere else, the citizens of this densely populated territory all proudly call themselves “Puertorriquenos.” A visit to this island will give you a glimpse of an indisputably colorful tale of immigration, hopefulness, and ultimately, racial and ethnic harmony.
Not only are the people of Puerto Rico diverse, but the geography is as well. White sandy beaches, lush forests, deserts, and rivers mix and mingle to create a landscape of endless beauty and surprising variety. The island is 60% mountainous, and contains 28,000 acres of rain forest that are kept brimming with life by an astonishing 100 billion gallons of rainfall per year. Much of the forest has been declared an International Biosphere Reserve, and is home to thousands of birds, 700 species of plants, and a large number of coqui frogs, the “mascot” of Puerto Rico.
A large subterranean river has carved out a vast network of caves to be investigated. Stalagmites, stalactites, and oodles of bats are dwelling just beyond reach of the plentiful sunshine that the rest of the island consistently enjoys, making for an exciting adventure to be had. In the north, the karst region displays miles of interesting rock formations made possible by volcanic rock dissolution. The limestone cliffs and haystack hills that have been left behind invite onlookers to go exploring and contemplate the geological history of this consistently awe-inspiring island.
In terms of human-made attractions, Puerto Rico is hardly lacking in intriguing features. The Spanish colonial heritage of the island is evident throughout, especially in historic San Juan. Mazes of cobblestone streets, cozy inner courtyards, and imposing fortresses will delight architecture buffs. You won’t miss El Morro Fortress, a “World Heritage Sight” that has been a Caribbean landmark for over four centuries. Further examples of European-style design can be found around every corner, so be sure to stroll through the promenades and savor the ornate details as you experience a little taste of days gone by.
Within the cities you’ll also find plenty of chances to immerse yourself in all the arts, music, and dining that your senses can handle. You’ll be able to pick out the Spanish, Mexican, and American influences as you sit down for an extravagant dinner, and be sure to enjoy the indigenous influences like papaya and coriander. To drink, have a rum cocktail or a cerveza, which might loosen you up for a night of salsa dancing. The sound of the cuatro and the maracas will surely get your toes tapping, so don’t be surprised if you have a few late nights while visiting this energetic island.
When it’s time to turn in for the night, you’ll need a place to stay that will live up to the excitement and escape that the rest of your vacation has so far offered. Puerto Rico welcomes tourists, and contains a number of vacation rentals that will surely live up to your expectations. If it’s the beach you’re after, book a property on Rincon’s Corcega Beach where you’ll find the hottest scenery on the island. Oceanfront views, a thatched roof, and saucily painted walls will envelop you in the ultimate Caribbean experience.
Several amenities, like a gas grill, cable TV, and spacious bathrooms will provide that taste of home that you can’t bear to leave behind, yet after enjoying a breathtaking sunset from your patio, you won’t feel the least bit sorry that you’ve come all this way. You’ll have access to everything you’ll need to keep you busy while maintaining the option to just chill out. In Puerto Rico, the possibilities are limitless.
If this sounds like the kind of trip you’ve been longing to take, then go online to reserve your flight and pick out your ideal property from among the plethora ofPuerto Rico Vacation Rentals. The combination of old world charm and modern conveniences that you’ll find during your visit here will leave you spinning in a good way.
Marc Anthony Y La India – Vivir Lo Nuestro
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marc anthonySalsa practica with Chloe & Andy
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This demo by Chloe & Andy was recorded at the end of August salsa practica.
Duration : 2 min 12 sec
19.27 Artist: ORQUWSTA DE LA LUZ Title: LETS SALSA!!-BEST SALSA DANCE COLL UPC#: 4988017649534 Category: JAPANESE Release Date: 06/26/2007 Label: BMG Media Format: CD IMPORT-JPN
Where does salsa dancing originate from?
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Most of the websites that I consulted provide information on mambo style only. In general the salsa websites seem not to be updated regularly. I would like to find information where to dance socially, with a mix of styles of salsa.
Get a CD and go to the park and play it while jumping around salsa style. You'll get a lot of attention and maybe someone will be able to help you..
Review Of Fox’s “So You Think You Can Dance”
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We’re getting near the very end of the second season of Fox’ smash hit reality competition So You Think You Can Dance. So You Think You Can Dance has proved to be a grueling 12-week competition for the dancers. The show is produced by 19 Entertainment and Dick Clark Productions, and was created by Simon Fuller and Nigel Lythgoe, who also serves as a judge the show. The final four who are dancing into the finals to become America’s number one dancer are: Benji Schimmer, Donyelle Jones, Travis Wall and Heidi Groskreutz. The August 8th, 2006 show brought us the final competitive performances from all four, both as solo artists and in pairs.
Heidi and Travis started off the finals with a pair’s disco performance. They danced to the disco theme song “Shake Your Groove Thing” by Peaches and Herb. Travis wore a John Travolta-esque white suit, and they did a full-on version of the 70’s Hustle. There were lots of lifts in the program that were executed with ease. The judges didn’t exactly find it memorable, but were mostly pleased by it. Nigel said that Heidi is the best girl partner in the entire competition. Judge Mary loved the dance. Brian and Nigel brought up Heidi’s facial expressions, saying that they worked for this dance in particular. Her unusual and mostly jarring facial expressions have been noticed by many throughout the season.
Benji and Donyelle’s turn found them attempting to execute the very difficult Viennese Waltz. Donyelle was wearing something that looked like a JC Penney prom dress. As a true Viennese Waltz, it missed the mark; Nigel Lythgoe summed the dance up in one word: hideous.
In an interesting turn of events, Travis and Benji danced together under then name of TRANJI in a program choreographed by Shane Sparks. The judges were very pleased by the routine, which featured both Travis and Benji dressed as 50’s New York newsboys.
The rest of the solos were not memorable at all, evidenced by the fact that I have no memory of them. The girls did a pairs number from the Broadway musical Sweet Charity.
Travis and Donyelle did a bluesy routine, dancing to “Georgia on My Mind” by Ray Charles. The judges said it was “beautiful and captivating” and Mary said the routine made her feel like “having a mint julep and a Georgia peach.” Brian said that it was pure art, and thanked Mia, who was the choreographer. Heidi and Benji came next with a aggressive and spirited Salsa, and Nigel said that Benji is the best male partner on the show who excels in executing lifts. Mary and Brian were equally as thrilled with the footwork and lifts. Together, Heidi and Benji were sensational.
The final performance of the night was a group performance choreographed by the famous Wade Robeson. The dancers were supposed to be famous couture models and posed and danced to Justin Timberlake’s new single “Sexy Back”.
http://addicted2salsa.com/2007/05/31/a-weekend-in-salsa-dancing-the-2007-west-coast-salsa-congress/
This is the video series that looks at weekends in salsa congresses. Here is our first one that takes the rest of the video we shot at the 2007 West Coast Salsa Congress Weekend and puts it into a montage for you to enjoy. A lot of great dancers!
Duration : 0:7:11
