An Invitation to Dance on Explorer of the Seas

Royal Caribbean Opens Dance Floor To Vacationers In New Production Show

Inspired by Hit TV Show, "Invitation to Dance" Makes Guests the Stars on
Explorer of the Seas

MIAMI, January 9, 2008 - Royal Caribbean International guests can
Rumba, Samba, Cha-Cha, Waltz or Swing into the spotlight in "Invitation
to Dance," the cruise line's newest production show featuring guests as
stars aboard Explorer of the Seas. Created in conjunction with Louis van
Amstel, Emmy-nominated choreographer for ABC-TV's "Dancing with the
Stars," and Cheryl Burke, two-time winner on the show, "Invitation to
Dance" transports the world of professional ballroom dancing to the
high seas.

Guests sailing on Explorer have the opportunity to compete for the honor of best ballroom dancers
at sea. With the guidance of professional dancers, stylists and make-up artists, guests may just realize their true calling while on vacation.

"Invitation to Dance' is another example of Royal Caribbean's dynamic
and innovative approach to offering engaging entertainment and
activities for our guests," said Peter Compton, vice president,
Entertainment and Guest Activities, Royal Caribbean International.
"With all the excitement surrounding competitive dancing on television,
we are now challenging our guests to live out a dream while enjoying
their cruise vacation."

Chosen during an evening of ballroom dancing at the beginning of each
cruise, four couples are selected to participate in the "Invitation to
Dance" production show later that week. The finalists work with Royal
Caribbean's professional ballroom couples to learn slick dance moves,
attend costume fittings, and receive star treatment in preparation for
their Royal Caribbean stage debut. Showtime is an exciting evening in
the spotlight for the dancing couples as they join the Royal Caribbean
cast on stage and compete against each other for the applause and
support of their fellow
guests.

Explorer of the Seas sails year-round from Cape Liberty Cruise
Port in Bayonne, NJ, on fivenight Bermuda getaway cruises and
nine-night Caribbean vacations.

Don't forget - Cruise Freeks is sponsoring a 9 Night Canada cruise in August on Explorer of the Seas! This could be your chance to shine in the spotlight!

Interesting!

Neat! Does anyone know if Cheryl Burke and Louis Van Amstel will actually be on the ship? That would make it very worthwhile booking.

First Mate wrote:

Neat! Does anyone know if Cheryl Burke and Louis Van Amstel will actually be on the ship? That would make it very worthwhile booking.

It's my understanding that Cheryl and Louis helped develop the program but, they won't be sailing on the ship. Too bad, they'd be a huge draw but, it still sounds like a lot of fun!