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    3rd – 5th March 2023
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    24th – 26th March 2023
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    14th – 16th April 2023
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    23rd – 25th June 2023
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    14th – 16th July 2023

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  • 4* Alton Towers Resort
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    5* Holiday with the Stars of Strictly Come Dancing

    Strictly Cruise

    Join us on one of our fabulous

    Holidays

    where you can meet and learn to dance with the stars of BBC Strictly Come Dancing at stunning 4* & 5* Resort Hotels across the UK.

     

    Aljaz Skorjanec and Janette Manrara

    This amazing experience includes 3 days of spectacular dance showcases as the ‘Strictly’ stars perform up close & personal for a truly intimate experience unlike any other.

    Just take a look what’s included in;

    • Floor-side reserved table to enjoy three days of Breathtaking Dance Showcases from the stars of BBC Strictly Come Dancing & Champions of the Dancing World – all up close & personal.
    • 4 hours of Ballroom & Latin Dance classes with the stars of BBC Strictly Come Dancing & Champions of the Dancing World – guaranteed for everyone and tailored specifically to your dancing ability.
    • Fun Q&A sessions with the stars for everyone – find out the all the juicy Strictly gossip first hand from the stars, and maybe ask your burning questions.
    • An additional 3 hours of dance classes with Donahey’s highly experienced dance teachers in our second stunning ballroom – tailored specifically to your dancing ability.
    • Two nights of dancing in the stunning, air conditioned, Stateroom Ballroom – featuring a fabulous selection of music to enjoy and dance the night away.

    Giovanni Pernice & Luba Mushtuk

    • Saturday night Black Tie Ball starring The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Ballroom & Latin Big Band – you really can’t beat dancing to the fabulous sounds of live music.
    • Exclusive ‘Red Carpet Strictly Photo Calls’ to grab those all-important souvenir photographs of the Strictly Celebrities.
    • Saturday night late night ‘Latin Lounge’, ideal for relaxing & dancing into the early hours.

    Learn to Dance for your Cruise

    If you’re thinking of taking a Mediteranean or Carribean cruise, then learning to dance with the Stars of Strictly Come Dancing at one of our fabulous Weekend Breaks could really help set you off in style…

    Learn To Dance with the Strictly Come Dancing Professional Dancers

    Friday 8th – Sunday 10th March 2019
    4* Alton Towers Resort Hotel
    Alton, Staffordshire

    Join your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing at the fabulous Alton Towers Resort Hotel.

    Join Janette Manrara & Aljaz Skorjanec, Karen Clifton & Gorka Marquez, Giovanni Pernice & Luba Mushtuk plus British National & World Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce for an unforgetable weekend break.

    Strictly Cruise

    Strictly Dancing Holiday

    Friday 5th – Sunday 7th April 2019
    4* De Vere Beaumont Estate Hotel
    Windsor, Berkshire

    Join your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing at the impressive 4* De Vere Beaumont Estate in Windsor.

    Join; Gorka Marquez & Karen Clifton, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, British National & World Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce plus Argentine Tango stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani.

    Dance Holiday

    Strictly Dancing Holiday Celtic Manor

    Friday 26th – Sunday 28th April 2019
    5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel
    Newport, South Wales

    Join your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing at the stunning 5* Celtic Manor Resort. Often referred to as a Cruise Ship on land, Celtic Manor Resort is a truly stunning backdrop for this amazing experience.

    Join Anton Du Beke & Erin Boag, Katya & Neil Jones, Giovanni Pernice & Luba Mushtuk, Ian Waite, British National & World Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce plus Argentine Tango stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani for an unforgetable weekend break.

    Learn More about Anton Du Beke and Erin Boag Weekend Break

    Friday 14th – Sunday 16th June 2019
    4* De Vere Beaumont Estate Hotel
    Windsor, Berkshire

    Join your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing at the impressive 4* De Vere Beaumont Estate in Windsor.

    Join; Janette Manrara & Aljaz Skorjanec, Anton Du Beke & Erin Boag, Neil Jones, Katya Jones, British National & World Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce plus Argentine Tango stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani.

    Dance Holiday

    Strictly Dancing Holiday Celtic Manor

    Friday 5th – Sunday 7th July 2019
    5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel
    Newport, South Wales

    Spend the weekend with your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing at the stunning 5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel.

    Join; Reigning Strictly Champion Katya Jones & Neil Jones, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Anton Du Beke & Erin Boag, Oti Mabuse plus Argentine Tango stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani.

    Learn More about Anton Du Beke and Erin Boag Weekend Break

    The Strictly Stars review Donahey’s 5* Holiday’s…

    ‘Paul, you’re such a Superstar for organising such a fabulous event’ Anton Du Beke

    ‘Is it me or do Donahey’s run the best dance weekends in the country….Kevin Clifton

    ‘What an amazing weekend! Thank you so much for inviting us, we are so happy to be part of your beautiful event. A clear 10 from me!’ Aljaz Skorjanec

    ‘I know we say this every year, but this really is the best dance weekend in the UK. So well organised and so much dancing. We love working with Donahey’s, you always know you’ll get such a professionally run event. Thank you to Donahey’s for organising such wonderful events’Ian Waite

    ‘Our 3rd year at a Donaheys dance weekend. Thank you for letting Kevin and I be part of this fabulous event. Lots of love x’ Karen Clifton

    ‘Donaheys organise the number 1 dance event in the country. We really look forward to Donahey’s dance weekends; they’re so well organised, great venues and a fabulous audience. Thank you so much Paul.’Natalie Lowe

    ‘What a FAB-U-LOUS event to attend. A real feel good weekend, cannot wait to be back’ Janette Manrara

    Locations of Donahey’s 2019 Holidays with the Stars of Strictly

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    What makes a great themed holiday?

    We think it’s a combination of great destinations, amazing facilities and brilliant company – Donahey’s Dance Holidays are organised by dancers for dancers.

    Strictly brilliant company

    Just imagine a cheeky holiday with reigning Strictly Come Dancing Champion Katya Jones or the hugely taleneted Giovanni Pernice. Our holidays include hours of dancing and expert tuition from the Strictly Pro dancers, plus plenty of socialising with other dance fanatics. Yes, you’ll be in great company.

    So if you’ve ever wanted to get up close and personal with Anton Du Beke and Erin Boag, Karen Clifton, Aljaz Skorjanec and Janette Manrara or Giovanni Pernice & Oti Mabuse, Donahey’s 5* Holidays are the perfect excuse for a well-earned break with plenty of fabulous dancing.

    Giovanni Pernice & Oti Mabuse

    Great destinations with amazing facilities

    Our UK dance holidays take place at stunning venues with great facilities and everything under one roof to ensure you’re well rested and dance-ready.

    Enjoy dance lessons with the Strictly Come Dancing professional dancers and see their amazing dance showcases up close & personal. Dance in stunning ballrooms to our 15-piece Big Band at our Saturday night Black Tie Balls, plus snap souvenir photos of your favourite stars at our Exclusive ‘Strictly Red Carpet Photo Calls’.

    Improve your future cruise experience by learning to dance

    Cruises offer many things, great food, wonderful entertainment and a chance to travel the world in luxury.

    What many of these state of the art cruise ships also offer are stunning ballrooms and regular chances to dance at sea throughout your holiday. With our amazing experiences you could learn to Cha Cha with Aljaz, or Jive with Giovanni – all perfect to help prepare you for that future luxury Mediteranean Cruise.

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