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Strictly Cruise

Strictly Cruise

Join one of Donaheys 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.

 

Strictly Cruise star studded experience

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.
  • 7 hours of Ballroom & Latin Dance classes with the stars of 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.
  • Two nights of dancing in the stunning, air conditioned, Stateroom Ballroom – featuring a fabulous selection of music to enjoy and dance the night away.
Strictly come dancing cruise Stars Giovanni Pernice

  • 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.
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 Donaheys fabulous Weekend Breaks could really help set you off in style…

 

Alton Towers
Alton Towers

Friday 7th – Sunday 9th March 2025
Final 25 bedrooms remaining – don’t miss out!
Alton Towers Resort Hotel,
Staffordshire

⭐ Join Strictly Stars Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Nadiya Bychkova & Kai Widdrington, Jowita Przystal, Undefeated 5 x DWTS Italian Champion Pasquale La Rocca, British Dance Champion Finalists David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Argentine Tango Stars Letitia & Andres, plus The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band ⭐

Strictly Stars Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara

Beaumont
Beaumont

Fri 28th – Sun 30th March 2025
Final 20 bedrooms remaining – don’t miss out!
4* De Vere Beaumont Estate Hotel
Windsor, Berkshire

⭐ Join Strictly Stars Anton Du Beke, Giovanni Pernice, Lauren Oakley, Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Irish Professional Latin Champions Aaron Flynn & Niamh Curtin, Argentine Tango Stars Letitia & Andres, Strictly Vocalist Lance Ellington, plus The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band ⭐

Strictly Stars Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara

Celtic Manor April
Celtic Manor April

Fri 25th- Sun 27th April 2025
Final 45 bedrooms remaining – don’t miss out!
5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel
Newport, South Wales

⭐ Join Strictly Stars Anton Du Beke, Giovanni Pernice, Lauren Oakley, Kai Widdrington, Katya Jones, Nadiya Bychkova, British, European & World 10 Dance Champions Glenn & Caroly Boyce, Former World Professional Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce, British Dance Champion Finalists David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Argentine Tango Stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani, Strictly Vocalist Lance Ellington, plus The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band ⭐

Strictly Judge Anton Du Beke

Celtic Manor June
Celtic Manor June

⭐ Join Strictly Stars Amy Dowden MBE, Giovanni Pernice, Lauren Oakley, Jowita Przystal, Nikita Kuzmin, Katya Jones, British, European & World 10 Dance Champions Glenn & Caroly Boyce, Former World Professional Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce, British Dance Champion Finalists David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Strictly’s Argentine Tango Stars Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani, and The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band ⭐

Strictly Stars Giovanni Pernice & Lauren Oakley

 

Alton Towers
Alton Towers

Friday 7th – Sunday 9th March 2025
Final 25 bedrooms remaining – don’t miss out!
Alton Towers Resort Hotel,
Staffordshire

⭐ Join Strictly Stars Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara, Nadiya Bychkova & Kai Widdrington, Jowita Przystal, Undefeated 5 x DWTS Italian Champion Pasquale La Rocca, British Dance Champion Finalists David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Argentine Tango Stars Letitia & Andres, plus The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band ⭐

Strictly Stars Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara

Christmas Break
Christmas Break

Fri 21st – Sun 23rd Nov 2025
5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel
Newport, South Wales

⭐ Join NTA Judge of the Year Anton Du Beke, Strictly Finalists Ian Waite & Erin Boag, Vincent Simone & Victoria Martin, Strictly Charleston Choreographer Jenny Thomas, Strictly vocalist Lance Ellington, The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band plus surprise special guest  ⭐

Strictly Judge Anton Du Beke

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 Donaheys 2025 Holidays with the Stars of Strictly

Karen & Kevin Clifton Strictly come dancing cruise showDance

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 previous 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, Karen Hauer, Aljaz Skorjanec and Janette Manrara or Giovanni Pernice, Donahey’s 5* Holidays are the perfect excuse for a well-earned break with plenty of fabulous dancing.

Strictly come dancing cruise Meet the strictly stars

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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