Title: The 2008 Salsa Cruise
Description: Cruising for a Cause: Dancing on the High Seas for Bone Marrow Donors Heslin & Associates Announces “Dance 4 Donor” Salsa Cruise 2008 Tampa, FL (DATE) – Heslin & Associates is hoping to appeal to vacationers who are looking for a good cause and at the same time seek to relax on the high seas. The first-annual 2008 Salsa Cruise – “Dance 4 Donor” theme vacation may hit the right steps. According to the cruise’s organizers, the goal is to raise awareness of Leukemia, a malignant disease (cancer) of the bone marrow and blood. According to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, the rates for the disease are substantially higher for Hispanic children. Hispanic children of all races under the age of 20 have the highest rates of leukemia. According to Heslin & Associates’ cruise agent, Lillian Malavet, once on board the ship, passengers will visit two different ports of call (George Town, Grand Cayman and Cozumel, Mexico), where they can shop ‘til they drop or take a break on the beach or any of their fabulous resorts. Passengers booked for the Salsa cruise can also take part of many of the ship’s other activities offered on board. Private lounges have been booked exclusively for passengers booked through Heslin & Associates, which includes special guest speakers, salsa workshops during the day, cocktail parties (all drinks inclusive) and nightly gala dances with a live orchestra. “It will be our own private event...like one big Salsa family,” explains Malavet. Jorge Laureano, bandleader/lead singer, is one of the event’s organizers; he became involved after learning of the high incidence of leukemia. “I was compelled to make a difference and felt it was crucial that all Latinos make a difference.” Laureano’s own band, FIESTA, will be performing on the cruise. Originally from New York City, FIESTA is a 14-piece Salsa orchestra featuring High-Energy NY style Salsa. This very popular orchestra has a growing fan base in Central Florida, made popular by their original musical production in addition a music video. Information on the cruise is as follows: Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean International Cruise Ship: Enchantment of the Seas Destination: Caribbean – Western Departs from: Fort Lauderdale, Florida Departure Date: November 15, 2008 Return Date: November 20 th , 2008 Itinerary: George Town, Grand Cayman and Cozumel, Mexico. Prices: From $839pp to $599pp All rates are based on adult occupancy, which includes cruise accommodations, pre-paid tips, port charges, taxes, private events and entertainment. Airfare, hotels, insurance and transfers are not included in the rates. More information Heslin & Associates can be found at www.cruiseone.com/lmalavet or www.memberscruises.com/dance4donor . Call toll free 866-446-1884, 727-446-0715. About Heslin & Associates: With over eight years of experience in the cruising business, Heslin & Associates has worked in providing programs ranging from family reunions at sea and honeymoon cruises to corporate meetings. Incentives and ship charters are handled courteously and professionally. Media Contact: Janet Vasquez (917) 569-7470
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