Don't wander aimlessly and lost through cyberspace. The Caravan is here to bring that info to you. Below are some of our favorite links (and we are adding more as I review them) From educational to entertainment...to fine dining...
CLUBS and ORGANIZATIONS
www.ambellydanceclub.com- very good organization for all dancers..good workshops, well organized shows, great hard working staff. I strongly recommend supporting this effort.
http://bellydance.meetup.com - the Tampa Bay meet up site. Organizer-Madrina. You can go here for local Bay Area info, class schedules with Madrina, and to meet some of the best "dancers/people" ever!
INFORMATIVE & EDUCATIONAL
http://www.beledy.net/florida - a listing of events, teachers, and workshops located Florida (U.S.A.). well maintained, user friendly, community orientwww.shira.net- the BEST...everything you could imagine to ask, read or do regarding Middle Eastern dance, music and costumeing. PLUS MORE!
http://joybellydancing.com - Yasmina's JOY of BELLYDANCING. a wealth of information re: history, costuming, books, videos,links, articles and more. Must visit.
www.gildedserpent.com- publication on line. Current news, informative articles,vendors and workshops plus more. always interesting.
http://www.daliacarella.com- an icon in bellydance. Just visit and enjoy the richness of experience and history. Creator of Dunyavi Gypsy(ROM) dance.
VENDING
www.baladiboutique.com - (Ms. Shari Bernard of Festival on the NILE ) Made in the U.S.A. custom designs cabaret belly dance costume PLUS much much more.
INSTRUCTORS I ADMIRE ( and have taken class with/from)
www.JimBozSchoolOfDance.com- An excellent teacher. Jim is organizing many wonderful events and workshops. check out his site.
Madrina- www.madrinasmid-eastdance.com ( see above "Clubs and Oraganizations" for Tampa Bay Meet Up link.) Madrina is great! Specialty Egyptian Style and some Folkloric. she will bring a Gistening to your face and body (WHEW!) You may visit her website to learn more ... . there is a listing of her upcoming and recent events, classes and brief bio. Enjoy!
Lisa Myers-www.ambellydanceclub.com Tribal, fusion, ATS, regular Belly dance. Lisa is not only a gifted instructor ( clear and articulate instruction) of the Middle Eastern Dance forms but also a gifted musician and drummer. Contact Lisa through the American Belly Dance Club.( link above) Lisa IS available for Workshops.
BAY AREA RESTAURANTS FEATURING BELLY DANCE
Turquoise Meditaranian Grill- PLANT CITY-featuring Turkish Cuisine and Dance every Saturday evening 7 PM to 9 PM http://www.turquoisemedgrill.com. Dancers vary weekly. Reservations are recommended. American fare available. Menu only. Beer and Wine. Excellent Turkish coffee! Regular attire. Not tourist oriented.
Mirage Restaraunt - Clearwater. Madrina performs Friday Night's, 8,8:45 & 9:30 . Persian/Mediterainian cuisine ( No American Fare) Buffet and menu both. Beer and Wine Only. Hooka's on the Patio only. MIRAGE RESTARAUNT, 2284 GULF to Bay BLVD., clearwater FL. 33765. PH; 727-724-3604. WEB: http://www.miragerestraunt.com Bellydancers Saturday as well , dancer varies. Not tourist oriented.
Acropolis Greek Taverna- Clearwater. Angela Friday Eve. 7:30 to 9:30 PM Location: Ulmerton & 58th ST. N. Clearwater FL. RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED. PH: 727-538-4273. The Wait staff also performs traditional Greek Dance. ALSO on Saturday evenings MORE DANCERS! including Omaris Shaharazad and Azeeria, plus more ( vary) these shows are &;30, 9:30 and 11:30 PM. The food is Fabulous, there is a full bar, and the ambiance is wonderful.
FRESH CHOICE- Due to fire all business is suspended until further notice. Salad Bar and buffet. 7/29/08 UPDATE...reconstruction has begun.
Interesting places NOT Belly Dance related...
www.tappedintoelephants.com- a personal favorite. The Elephant Santuary. U.S.A based rescue for elephants without homes.
www.Microwavecookingforone.com- this is great palce to go for all your home cooking and and cuisine needs. A personal favorite
