Where CUBA meets AFRICA !
26th Jan-6th Feb 2017 |
CUBA in Cape Verde is a Cuban & Cape Verdean Cultural, Dance and Music festival, which take place this year from January 26th to February 6th.
This is the 1st and only festival of this kind in the island and its going to be an UNFORGETTABLE 12 Days of Sea, Sun, Dance, Music, Cultural Celebration fun-packed up in an excited No Stress beautiful island of SAL, with rich history. *You can opt for 8 days package deal . £150* deposit required. JOIN US! LOOKING FOR SOMETHING *AUTHENTIC *DIFFERENT *EDUCATIONAL *EXHILARATING *UNIQUE & FUN. JOIN US! Organised by Damarys Farres of D'Cuban School of Arts. |
Why CUBAinCapeVerde Festival?
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It is more than a typical festival
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It’s also got the FUN FACTOR!
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AUTHENTIC * DIFFERENT * EDUCATIONAL * EXHILARATING* UNIQUE & FUN. Simply the first and only most authentic, true to its name and exhilarating Cuban Festival in the island of SAL- Cape Verde!
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WHAT MAKE CAPE VERDE OUR SECOND MOST WANTED DESTINATION AFTER CUBA :-)
CUBA in Cape Verde - Where CUBA meets AFRICA! Get ready for the the warmest Winter event of 2017! 12 DAYS OF SUN, SEA, DANCE, MUSIC and "NO STRESS" CULTURE CELEBRATION! Cape Verde is deservedly famous for it's hot tropical climate, warm dark blue seas, unspoiled beaches of soft white sand, volcanic islands, welcoming people, wonderful musicians and delicious cuisine! This makes it the perfect location for our next Cultural, Dance and Music festival, which take place next year from January 26th to February 6th 2017! Popular with Europeans as a winter escape, this archipelago of 10 islands off the west coast of Africa enjoys a mixture of Portuguese, African, and Brazilian influences. Sal is one of Cape Verde’s most popular tourist destinations and one of only two Cape Verde islands you can fly direct to from London. Sal's coastal resort of Santa Maria boasts miles of picture-perfect beach, where locals teach the tourists to kitesurf and fishermen catch huge marlin and swordfish ... The Cape Verde islands are in fact also famous for both wave surfing and kite surfing and actually hosts the Cape Verde Wave Surfing Championships! Cuba and Cape Verde share many similarities, but they also share a common history, as well as many social and cultural links; for example, the Cape Verde islands was the birthplace of an ancestor of Roel Caboverde Llacer, a famous Cuban artist. Join our CUBA in Cape Verde Cultural, Dance and Music festival, where you will live, breathe and learn more about these fascinating islands than you thought possible! WHERE IN CAPE VERDE? - MORE THAN DANCE & MUSIC
Sal is one of Cape Verde’s most popular tourist destinations and one of only two Cape Verde islands you can fly direct to from London. Sal's coastal resort of Santa Maria boasts miles of picture-perfect beach, where locals teach the tourists to kitesurf and fishermen catch huge marlin and swordfish ... The islands of Sal is a popular destination attracting people from all over the world for its water sports including kite surfing , wind surfing and diving. The ocean is home to many species of fish and fishing trips for shark, marlin, tuna and wahoo can be arranged locally. The people are welcoming and there is a rich live music heritage in the Island. Enjoy a spot of fishing from the old harbour wall at Porto Antigo which is popular with both young and old. A visit to the salt mines at Pedra de Lume is well worth a trip here you can float in the lake and experience the feeling of weightlessness Island hop to the other islands, each very different either by sea or air. Visit the turtle Sanctuary. DESCRIPTION - CUBA in capeverde as a glance
On this Afro-Cuban-Cape Verdean cultural dance holiday experience, you will be taught by top professional Cuban teachers and local Cape Verdean professional dancers, teachers and musicians providing you with individual tuition and plenty of attention to detail. Afro-Cuban -Cape Verdean music is also a key feature of the trip. Cape Verde has a strong cultural heritage rooted from African (with influences from African sources), rooted on our mother land AFRICA, and there will be plenty of opportunity to see live music and dance events and performances during the holiday and also to learn more about the African influences in Cuban as well as Cape Verdean culture including santeria religion. There is a wide range of live music and dance venues which offer different entertainment every night of the week, including the live museum, so you will be able to practise what you have been learning each day. Daily Afro-Cuban dance and percussion lessons are organised in small groups. Dance classes will focus on Afro-Cuban ( Orishas, Arara, Palo) , some of the main orishas such as Shango, Yemaya and Ochun, Rumba ( Yambu, Guaguanco, Columbia) Funana, Coladera and we will of course have classes in Salsa and Kizomba. Live percussion is provided for some of those classes. There will also be workshops in percussion and rhythm to help you understand the roots and rhythms of the key elements of traditional Afro-Cuban and Cape Verdean music, plus 2 afternoon workshops for dance styling or percussion or Spanish/ Portuguese or Creole language (you choose which ones to do). Classes are suitable for absolute beginners to advanced level as participants will be put into smaller groups according to their level. Accommodation is arranged in carefully selected B&B which will provide you with a real insight into Cape Verdean life, delicious home cooked meals, a chance to practise your Creole :-) Accompanied nights out to top local live bands and events, cultural visits and excursions and plenty of time to relax and recharge your batteries too, all in a relaxed and almost Caribbean-like atmosphere. A holiday you will never forget! Performing Coinciding with the celebration of Oya and Yemaya orishas we will show the locals what Afro-Cuban dance is about, we will organise a performance course before leaving the UK, if you are coming for another country don't worry, that is when the internet works :-) We also have a few hours to practice when we are in Cape Verde. Unlike our other dace cultural holidays, this trip will focus primarily on the influence that Africa has in both cultures ( CUBA & CAPE VERDE) including popular dances such as Salsa, Zouk and Kizomba. *early bird offer* – book a place on our January 2017 CUBAinCapeVerde festival holiday by 30 November 2016 to secure the early bird price of £599 per person. A deposit of £150 is required to book your place. If you would like to have a look at our other Cuban cultural holidays and festival which we organise, please click on the below links on our website pages: SAMPLE ITINERARY
Thursday - 26th
Friday 27th
Saturday 28th
Please note, this is just a sample itinerary, you'll receive a printed final sample on your arrival to Ilha de Sal *Half day excursion to place of local interest *Dance Styling/Percussion x 1.5 hours (1st of 2 sessions) *Group activity with dance/percussion teachers: street rumba or bembe WORKSHOPS
Prices - ADVANCE PAYMENT Only via Transfer ✔
PRICES - ADVANCE PAYMENT Only via Transfer ✔ 12 DAYS OF SUN, SEA, DANCE, MUSIC, CULTURE *£1,499 - (Early Bird - including direct return flight from London & accommodation) * Flight prices go up quickly so BOOK your seat today *£1,199 - (Early Bird - including Sea-view accommodation) 12 DAYS FULL PASS - Early Bird (EB) Prices * includes ALL Workshops, Private Parties, Catamaran excursion, Some Food and Some Transfers ONLY £799 - by 30th November 2016 ONLY £899 - by 31st December 2016 ONLY £999 - by 26th January 2017 8 DAYS - Early Bird (EB) Prices * includes ALL Workshops, Private Parties, Catamaran excursion, Some Food and Some Transfers ONLY £599 - by 30th November 2016 ONLY £699 - by 31st December 2016 ONLY £799 - by 26th January 2017 WEEKEND OFFER * includes Workshops, Excursion Private Parties, Some Food and Some Transfers , on Friday, Saturday & Sunday ONLY £179 PARTY OFFER Sunset Welcome party - Black & White dress code ONLY £55 ( EB) INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOP Per workshop £15 (adv)/ £17(door) What is included & what it is not
The Afro-Cuban-Cape Verdean cultural trip costs varies depending on your option from £415 - 8 days , £599 - 12 days - £1,199 with sharing accommodation per person and includes: B&B accommodation: ( from £1,199) plus all below share room including breakfast x 11 nights Airport Transfer Group transfer from and to airport * If you want your own transport we will organise it for you at an extra cost Welcome party (from £415/£599 - 7/12) Sunset Welcome party Welcome cocktail 3 course dinner plus entertainment 50 hours Workshops & classes These 50hours Workshops would include Afro-Cuban & Cape Verdean dance and percussion, with your professional dance teachers and musician, plus some lectures as well as cooking and preparing local drinks. Excursions / Activities: 1 full day + 1 half day excursions including transport, drinks and snacks, plus bilingual Portugges/English speaking guide, entries, and tips for the driver/guide. 3+ group activities with dancers Beach BBQ plus party Nights out: accompanied nights out with dancers to live music venues and concerts Tour leader: trilingual Spanish/Portuguese/English DCuban School tour leader Please note the following are not included:
FREQUENT ASKED QUESTIONS
Travel Are flights included in the cost of the cultural experience ? The cultural festival/ holiday itinerary is a ground package and the cost does not include flights. You can either book your flights independently or we can help you book them through us. Transfers Transfers from and to Amilcar Cabral airport in Sal, Cape Verde are arranged by us. Money - which currency The currency is the Cape Verdean Escudo or CV Esc which can only be obtained in the islands. You can take Sterling or Euros to exchange. The fixed exchange rate is 110 CV Esc to €1. Euros are widely accepted throughout the islands but be careful as credit cards are not. Maestro or Switch cards are currently not accepted, only the Visa and MasterCard sign. Charges for changing travellers cheques can be quite high. Cash points are in major towns however we recommend that you do not rely solely on these. Accommodation What type of accommodation is included in the trip? Sharing rooms in B&B accommodation or apartments are included in the cost (from £1,199) option. For those wanting to stay on their own, we can arrange single room accommodation or entire apartment as required. Single supplement will be added. Your room will have air conditioning/fan and an ensuite toilet facilities with a shower, fridge and TV. Where are the hotel, accommodation located? All of our accommodations are located at walking distance of the city centre, the beach, and most of the venue for dance lessons and nights out. Are meals included? Breakfast is included on our B&B option, not on the apartment, and some evening meals are included (check info about what is included) , for the entire holiday. Dinner varies each night and is normally a typical Cape Verdean dish which a vegetarian or meat/fish/seafood option. I have a dietary requirement, can this be catered for? Yes, we will need to know this info in advance for some of our dinners but you can also ask at the restaurants, which are happy to cater to your needs as much as possible. Cape Verde - our little Cuba :-) What is the city like? Sal, in Cape Verde is a vibrant city, full of life, yet has a very relaxed Caribbean atmosphere. It is the safeties city in Cape Verde and has a compact centre, making it very easy to get around on foot. Dance classes Will I have a dance partner? This will vary in accordance to the class. Afternoon sessions Two 90 minute afternoon sessions are included in the dance holiday, and you can choose from the following group sessions: Dance styling focuses on body movement and posture and aims to help non-Cuban dancers to achieve a more Cuban and fluid style of dancing. Ladies are taught in a group by a female teacher, and men by a male teacher. Kizomba, Salsa & Capoeira Percussion lessons are also taught in a group using different instruments which are intended to focus on the basic rhythyms you would hear in Cuban, Cape Verdean & some African music. This is fundamental as it is really useful to be able to recognise the rhythms that you will hear in the music plays at the parties and clubs. Survival Portuguese/Creole lessons are useful for beginners who have no or little prior knowledge of these languages. Basic phrases and useful vocabulary are usually what are covered. In just 2 x 90 minute sessions, there is a limit on what one can learn. Cost of the trip Is there a single supplement? Yes, depending if your choice has accommodation included the cost of the single room accommodation will be pass to you. Visas Is a visa required to enter Cape Verde? Yes, all persons visiting Cape Verde must have a valid tourist card to enter the country. The tourist card is valid for up to 30 days from the date of your arrival in Cape Verde, and is the required visa for those travelling for tourism purposes. You can also applied for your Visa at the airport on your arrival and the cost is 20-25euros Vaccinations No you don't need them before you go to the Island. It is quite safe |
Direct Transfer info below
12 days of SUN, SEA, DANCE, MUSIC, CULTURE at Extraordinary Value for money - BOOK NOW
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We operate a ticket-free scheme. Your name will be registered on our list at the door. If you prefer to the a transfer please email us with your name and class /event name or fill up the booking form at the end of the choice you selected page.
Please make transfer to: Name: Cuban School of Arts Branch: HSBC Sort code: 40-02-17 Account: # 21570412 REFERENCE – CUBAinCV (plus your name) DON’T MISS OUT! Sign up now! *Payment are not refundable neither transferable. **There are limited spaces available on this cultural event. |
PRICES - 12 DAYS OF SUN, SEA, DANCE, MUSIC, CULTURE CELEBRATION ADVANCE PAYMENT . ONLY VIA TRANSFER ✔
PRICES - £150* deposit required to secure your place.
12 DAYS OF SUN, SEA, DANCE, MUSIC, CULTURE UNDER
*Prices packages without accomodation & flight vary for locals, please ask if you have a question. **Accommodation, we can BOOK this for you. Price is sharing accommodation if you would like a single room, single supplement charge will be pass on to you. We will do our best to find someone to share with during your holidays. *** Flight prices go up quickly so BOOK your seat today. You need to get flights from link below or we can help you with this. We will however need your info to book your flight from you. 12 DAYS - Early Bird (EB) Prices
12 DAYS - Early Bird (EB) Prices * includes ALL Workshops, Private Parties, Catamaran excursion, Some Food and Some Transfers ONLY £599 - by 30th November 2016 ONLY £695 - by 31st December 2106 ONLY £795 - by 26th January 2107 8 DAYS - Early Bird (EB) Prices
8 DAYS - Early Bird (EB) Prices * includes ALL Workshops, Private Parties, Catamaran excursion, Some Food and Some Transfers ONLY £455* /£599- by 30th November 2016 ONLY £515*/ £699 - by 31st December 2106 ONLY £595*/ £799 - by 26th January 2107 *Prices for locals and low income WEEKEND & PARTY OFFER
* includes Workshops, Excursion Private Parties, Some Food and Some Transfers , on Friday, Saturday & Sunday ONLY £139 SUNSET Welcome Party ( Black & White Dress Code) EB ONLY - £55 INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOP
INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOP Per workshop £15 (adv)/ £17(door) |
Six reasons why you won't want to miss this event
Inspirational, Exhilarating, Fun, Life Changing and Uplifting!
- Quality Classes, Tailored workshops and bootcamps for beginners, Fantastic Theme Parties, Live Bands, DJs & LOTS MORE :0)
- One of the best artist line-ups from the world of Cuban Salsa, Rumba & Afro-Cuban dance styles as well as Cape Verdean.
- It’s fun, friendly and a great way to keep fit and there’s no better way of catching up with some of your friends that you have met along the way on your dance journey or make some new ones.
- Family friendly * Tailored workshops for children and teenagers
- Good sound system and live percussion for parties, matinees and workshops in a spacious and airy dance floor.
- All of this and at unbelievable value with our special festival rate bookings and accommodation packages
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CUBA in Cape Verde festival , enlighten my life !