Salsa En St. Pete, in association with Travel with Nicky G, presents the
Second Annual End of Season
Salsa & Hustle Destination Cruise

A Salsa, Hustle, and Social Dance Cruise Adventure for dancers and friends!

7-night Eastern Caribbean Cruise

from Miami, FL to Puerto Rico, St. Thomas & St. Maarten

November 29 - December 6, 2008

Join us aboard the Carnival Liberty as our fun group sets sail again for another "relaxed" cruise and social dancing vacation.
We sail the Eastern Caribbean visiting the ports of San Juan, Puerto Rico, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, & Phillipsburg, St. Maarten.

Cruise rates begin at $649.00/person (based on double occupancy and includes ALL port charges, fees & taxes)

A Total Dance Vacation Experience!

Start planning now for a fun-filled vacation of cruising & dancing with friends!

Your cruise price includes onboard meals, a wide variety of entertainment & activities plus dance classes and social dancing for our group only!
You must be booked with our group to participate. (class & dance schedule to follow)

Itinerary Rates
Registration Info Cabins
Dress Code What to Expect
Dock Location Cancellation Fees
Travel Insurance The Ship
Travel Documents Shore Excursions
2007 Cruise Photos

Salsa & Hustle Destination Cruise Itinerary
DateDayPortArrive/Depart
November 29thSaturdayMiami, Florida4:00 p.m.
November 30thSundayAt Sea-----
December 1stMondaySan Juan, Puerto Rico5:00 p.m. - Midnight
December 2ndTuesdayCharlotte Amalie, St. Thomas (USVI)8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
December 3rdWednesdayPhillipsburg, St. Maarten (NA)7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
December 4thThursdayAt Sea-----
December 5thFridayAt Sea-----
December 6thSaturayMiami, Florida 8:00 a.m.

Cruise Rates
Rates are "Cruise only" per person/double occupancy (2 people per cabin) including ALL port charges, fess & taxes.
The price is based on our group block space (50 rooms). Once the block is full, there is no guarantee of adding more rooms to the group.
Our Group Rates include your cruise fare and all standard cruise amenities, plus group dining assignments (limited space available), our private group Salsa & Hustle classes, dances, parties and special events "for our group only". You must be booked with our group to attend any/all group functions.

Group Space is Limited to 50 Cabins
Cabin Type (Category)Price
Inside (4A)$649.00
OceanView (6A)$749.00
Balcony (8A)$899.00

Price does not include items such as:
Airfare, any transportation costs to and from the ship, tips & gratuities, alcoholic beverages, sodas, shore excursions, and optional on-board services.

Deposit: $250/person ($500/cabin) due upon booking. Final payment: Balance due in full by 09/02/08.

The following options are available to add to your booking:
-
Travel Insurance
- Shore Excursions

Registration Info:
Since the cruise lines are very specific about the information they need to book cabins, I am only taking cabin reservations over the phone. This will ensure proper spelling of names, accuracy of Credit Card information, and (hopefully) no e-mail tag (or phone tag) to answer questions. If you are interested in going with the Salsa En St. Pete Group, please make your reservation as soon as possible as we need to give Carnival a head count and book the cabins we have reserved so Carnival doesn't release them! Deposit and Final Payment can be made by Check or Credit Card*.

Before you call to book your cabin, please do the following:
- Select the type of cabin you want (Balcony (8A), OceanView (6A), or Inside (4A))
- Decide if you want to purchase the
Cruise Vacation Protection Plan from Carnival Cruises
- Pick your dinner seating preference - "Early" or "Late"
- Full information on your cabinmate (roommate) as well!

Salsa En St. Pete Contact Information:
Greg Richardson
500 110th Ave N #1306
St. Pete, FL 33716
Phone: (727) 515-1086
Email: greg@salsawithgreg.com
Web: www.SalsaEnStPete.com

What to expect on this Salsa En St. Pete Cruise ...

Get ready for a fun vacation and dance experience!

Your exciting adventure begins in Miami, Florida as we board the Carnival Liberty and set sail for the Caribbean visiting Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, and St. Maarten. You will enjoy gourmet meals, outstanding service, & dancing; plus have many onboard options and shore excursions to consider. The emphasis is on relaxation, fun, dancing, and being with friends!

Our cruise format is very "relaxed" where the days are yours to go ashore and explore the ports of call or simply remain onboard and enjoy the ship. There will be a variety of Salsa & Hustle dance classes at both beginning and intermediate skill levels. Classes are typically scheduled on the days at sea. We will have special gatherings, parties, and dances for “our group only” in addition to the general pre-dinner and after-dinner dancing available in the lounges. Our actual group schedule is finalized by the ship closer to sailing and that schedule is subject to change.

Evening dining time choices are: 1st seating (5:45 or 6:15 p.m.) or 2nd seating (8:00 or 8:30 p.m.). Dining options are on a first come, first served booking so register early to get your preference. Other dining options available are random Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Late-Night buffets as well as 24-hour room service.

There are so many activity and entertainment choices available onboard the Carnival Liberty. You can dance to one of the live bands, see a variety of shows, relax in a lounge, stroll on the deck, see a movie, read a book or enjoy the many options the ship has to offer. This cruise is not just for dancers; there is something for everyone!

Our Ship:
the Carnival Liberty

Cabin Accommodations: OceanView Cabin on Carnival Liberty
On your cruise, you have the choice of an Inside Cabin (4A) which has no view, an OceanView Cabin (6A) which obviously has a view of the Ocean, or a Balcony Cabin (8A) which has an opening to the outside of the ship!
All cabins have two twin beds (most convert to queen), TV, bathroom w/shower (tub/shower in mini suites),
hair dryer, thermostat controlled heat/air conditioning, safe, direct dial telephone w/voice mail, desk/vanity,
plentiful closet space, and complimentary 24-hr room service.
(OceanView Cabin is pictured)

Some Onboard Ship Highlights:
~ 4 Swimming Pools (w/Water Slide) Puerto Rico
~ Spa Carnival (Relax your body & mind)
~ Fitness Center
~ Ship-Top Jogging Track
~ Full Casino
~ Duty-Free Shops
~ Beauty Salon
~ Many Dining Options (including Late Night Buffets & 24-hour Room Service)
~ 12 Lounges & Bars
~ Live Music St. Thomas
~ First Run Movies (@ the SeaSide Theater - 12 ft X 22 ft LCD Montior Poolside)
~ 9-hole Golf Course
~ Basketball/Tennis Court
~ Internet Cafe
~ Library
~ Teen & child programs (Bring the Kids!)
. . . and so much more!

Shore Excursions: St. Maarten
Puerto Rico
St. Thomas
St. Maarten

Travel Document Requirments
Please read the
requirements for Travel Documents and Ticket purchase.
Please note that if your travel documents are not in order, you may be denied boarding.

Required Documents:
Passport - required and must be valid through 3/9/09 (no exceptions)
- For new Passport or renewal information Click here

Special Notes:
On the Cruise Registration Form - Your registered name (first & last names) and the name on your Passport ID must match exactly -- No exceptions! This is a U.S. Law. For non-U.S. citizens, please verify with your Consulate any additional documents that may be required such as a Visa or Alien ID Card (aka: Green Card). U.S. Citizens in the defense industry and some high-tech industries should verify ability to travel to the ports on this itinerary.

Carnival's Miami Dock Location - click here - Embarkation/Disembarkation - Miami, Florida

Travel Insurance
Carnival's Cruise Vacation Protection Plan covers a variety of items. This insurance can be purchased anytime from the time of your deposit until final payment. Coverage begins only upon payment and some exclusions apply. I highly recommend this option.

See the
Protection Plan web page for complete details.

Cruise Vacation Protection Plan Cost (per person - based on Cabin Category)
Category 4A ......$99
Category 6A ......$129
Category 8A ......$129

Tips & Gratuities: (onboard the ship)
A charge of $10 per passenger, per day ($70 total for 7 days) will automatically be added to your Carnival shipboard account for gratuities to dining and stateroom personnel. Should you wish to make any adjustments to this charge, you may do so by contacting the Purser's Desk onboard the ship. Envelopes are also available if you prefer to personally deliver the gratuities to dining and stateroom personnel.

Clothing/Dress Code Descriptions
You should dress for cruising the same way you would for a land based resort. Daywear suggestions include casual sportswear, jogging suits, pants, sweaters, windbreaker/jacket both on board and ashore. Keep in mind that the weather at sea can be unpredictable. You may want to bring a hat, jacket and sweater as well as swim suit, shorts, visor and sunglasses.

The ship asks that all passengers follow the suggested attire while in the public areas:
1. Casual - pant, slacks, skirts, blouses, sweaters for women; pants, sport shirts/open neck shirts and sweaters for men.
2. Formal - cocktail dresses, evening gowns, or dressy pant suit for women; sport jacket & slacks, suit or tuxedo for men.

Daytime - During the day there is no specified dress code, however there are some attire restrictions. Swim suits, cut off T-shirts, halter tops, and torn jeans are not permitted in the main dining rooms. While swim suits are appropriate attire for the pool and spa areas, coverups are requested for other areas of the ship.

Evening - The Cruise Line dress code categories refer to the classification of attire requested for that particular evening.

Cancellation Fees from Cruise line:
The following penalty fees will be assessed by the cruise line if you cancel your booking within the dates specified prior to your sailing date.

75 days or more ... None
74-57 days ........ Deposit amount
56-29 days ........ 50%
28-15 days ........ 75%
within 14 days ... 100%

Rates and Details Subject to Change without notice.
In order to "lock in" the above advertised rates, you must book your room TODAY!

This site was last updated: 05/08/08
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