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gorgeous blue suede
Gorgeous Festivals & Special Events
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It doesn't come much better than this !!!
7 days 'n' nights cruising the South Pacific tropical isands
A continuous line-up of 50's/60's entertainment, including a
virtual "who's who" of the Aussie Rock 'n' Roll scene
Contemporary Music Stage productions, Comedy Shows,
Casino Royale, Piano Bar & Cinema
Dance workshops with four of Australia's most skilful & stylish
Rock 'n' Roll dance instructors (more info below)
The cruise includes all entertainent, food, accommodation,
onboard gratuities, port charges & government taxes
The meals are scrumptious: fine dining in the main dining room,
casual dining & buffet style restaurant, pizza parlour & ice cream bar,
midnight delight snack service & buffet, free room service,
non stop iced water, tea, coffee & lemonade
And if you happen to "over indulge" yourself with the fabulous
cuisine, then you can re-build your fitness with the
following excellent onboard facilites, including:
Stair Steppers , Stationery Bikes, Spinning Bikes, Treadmills,
Free Weights, Elliptical Machines, Rock Climbing Wall,
Special Aerobic Classes, Yoga Classes
And then just relax in the Solarium, Jacuzzi, Steamroom,
Sauna or pamper yourself with a hot rock massage
All onboard staterooms feature: TV, Telephone, Radio, En-suite Facilities,
Vanity Area & Hair Dryer & Dedicated Stateroom Attendant
There's only one word for the great line-up of
shipboard entertainment - & that's WOW !!!
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Elvis to the Max
There is only one King, but the legend lives on.
Max Pellicano is committed to keeping the spirit alive. His uncanny resemblance & performance have mesmerized tens of thousands. Is it any wonder that some people still refuse to believe that Elvis Presley is dead?
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The Beatnix
Capturing the excitment, atmosphere & adulation of The Beatles early concerts in the first part of the show. And then the colour & mood of the legendary Sgt. Peppers album in the second half of the show. The ultimate Beatles experience!
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Lonnie Lee & the Leemen
Many people would remember the great Lonnie Lee. He is the last man standing from Australia’s original Rock’n’Roll era. His youthful presentation, powerful vocal capabilities & energy is legendary. An inductee into many Hall of Fames both in Australia and the USA.
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The Fabulous Singlettes
They're definitely swinging 60's fun-loving girls. The Fabulous Singlettes, with their own blend of charm & comedy, pump out the sound of the Supremes & the Ronettes with sheer delight.
"The show is a glorious extravaganza".
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Dusty Springfield Tribute
Wendy Stapleton had a very successful career with Wendy & the Rockets, & more recently her highly acclaimed performance of Dusty Springfield. Wendy will join Darryl Cotton & Paul Norton to bring you all the fabulous tunes of an unforgettable era.
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Darryl Cotton
A founding member of Aussie rock band ZOOT along with Rick Springfield (Jessie's Girl) & Beeb Birtles (Little River Band). Their classic recording of Eleanor Rigby was a no: 1 & established ZOOT as one of the most popular Australian bands of the era. Darryl also toured with Olivia Newton John and Cliff Richard.
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Jade Hurley
Jade Hurley is the ultimate Aussie showbusiness survivor & the undisputed king of country & rock 'n' roll music in Australasia. It was the legendary Johnny Cash who stated quite openly that "Jade was the best act he had ever worked with".
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Roy Orbison Tribute
Dean Bourne certainly has taken the Australian Entertainment Industry by storm. Dean has now got everyone talking about the new 'Roy Orbison'! It's hard to believe that it would be possible for anyone to have the vocal quality & range of the late 'Roy Orbison'.
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The Chevrolets
Here is a 60’s showband with a difference. A full smorgasbord of mixed music (predominantly 60’s) presented by four professionals who will keep you entertained from start to finish. Wintersun regulars & voted Queensland’s top rock ‘n’ roll band.
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Memphis Movers
Dressed in bright 50's style suits with large 50's 'Ducktail' hair, pushing a traditional style Jukebox as their PA system. They're more than just eye catching, these guys are a wealth of talent, performing all the great songs from the 50's & 60's with flair.
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Cornsey's All Star Rock Band
Great bunch of Adelaide muso's, headed by Adelaide media personality Graham Cornes - also the Adelaide Crows first coach. The band plays a wide selection of rock 'n' roll classics. These guys will rock ya bobby-sox off.
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The Highlights
Let yourself be immersed in the strong vocal harmonies & hip versions of the 60’s songs. Take a ride with The Highlights in their time machine back to the sensational 60’s. Groooooovy!
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DJ Fish the Fatman
Fish the Fatman has been entertaining crowds for nearly 2 decades. His charismatic & bubbly nature keep the crowd guessing as to what he’s going to do next. At a glance you would think he was the understudy for “SHREK”.
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DJ Monster Munch
DJ Monster Munch presents a rockin' blast from the past. Spinning all the rock 'n' roll classics plus the best swing, rockabilly, & country rock, DJ Monster Munch will take you straight to the promised land - Hallelujah!!
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Dance Workshops - the "best of the best" !!!
The organizers of the Blue Suede Cruise have really "pulled out all stops" to
bring you the cream of Australia's Rock 'n' Roll & Swing dance instructors
And "boy" - have they succeeded
Sue & Geoff Routh from "Footloose Rockers"
Sandy & Ray Ivory from "Sunshine Coast Rock 'n' Roll"
Sue, Geoff, Sandy & Ray are good friends - but it goes far beyond that
We've seen both Sue & Geoff and Sandy & Ray in action & we have
personally attended their workshops - they're both awesome
It doesn't matter whether you're a complete newcomer, intermediate
or experienced dancer, you're just about guaranteed that your
dance skills & enjoyment will blossom at their workshops
You can check out their websites at:
You'll be cruising on the "Rhapsody of the Seas", one of the newest &
most luxurious liners in the Royal Caribbean International fleet
Known as the ‘ship of light’. The Rhapsody is sleek & modern with a
warm atmosphere throughout its 11 decks of entertainment.
Warm woods, sun-filled atriums, marble staircases & buttery leathers
all help contribute to a feeling of relaxed elegance.
Maiden Voyage:
Passenger Capacity:
Godmother:
Gross Tonnage:
Length:
Beam:
Draft:
Cruising Speed:
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May 19, 1997
2,435
Bodil Wilhelmsen
78,491
915'
105.6'
25'
22 knots
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As a member of Royal Caribbean's highly successful series of "Vision-class"
ships, the Rhapsody imparts an open & airy shipboard ambiance.
Natural light floods the ship right throughout the day, from the soaring,
glass walled multi-deck atrium to the two-story main dining room.
Even the Rhapsody's Card Room, Library & Lounges
are all open to the views out to sea.
After 6 years of sailing from Galveston, Texas, Rhapsody repositioned on
a world trip in the fall of 2007, traveling through the South Pacific to
Australia where she remained for two months, then moving to Asia.
Then cruising from Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai & Busan in South Korea.
For the summer of 2008, Rhapsody operated out of Seattle, Washington,
sailing to Alaska then back to Sydney, fo the Australian summer.
After returning to Seattle in the spring of 2009, Royal Caribbean
have recently announced that the Rhapsody is to repeat her
Australia/Alaska seasons through til at least April 2011.
If you'd like to check the location of your cabin relative to your
friends & onboard facilities - then click on the link below
You can have a "sneak preview" of the 7 nights
cruising the South Pacific Islands at:
Are you a Facebook user?
Blue Suede Cruise now have a Facebook fan page?
So you can check it out & get to meet other people
who are also booked to go on the cruise!
For further info including prices & bookings, go
to the official Blue Suede Cruise website at:
A Personal Message from Mary & Ray
To everyone who's emailing & asking if we're going on the Blue Suede Cruise
The answer is a very definite "yes"
In fact we'll not only be there - the Blue Suede Cruise organizers will be giving
away 70 gorgeous Prize Vouchers, 10 for each of the seven cruise days
And here's how the Prize Vouchers will look:
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So we hope that you're one of the "lucky winners"
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gorgeous contact details
p o box 69, craigieburn, vic, 3064, australia.
Australian Info:
tel: 03 9305 6509
fax: 03 9305 7737
mob: 0414 811 525 (Ray)
mob: 0414 811 081 (Mary)
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International Info:
tel: +61 3 9305 6509
fax: +61 3 9305 7737
cell: +61 414 811 525 (Ray)
cell: +61 414 811 081 (Mary)
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If you live in Melbourne, Australia - or you're here for a visit, then
you're most welcome to make a time to call in to personally
check out our gorgeous range of shoes, clothes, etc
at our home-based showroom in Craigieburn…
We also display our range at rock `n' roll & swing dances, classes
& festivals in Melbourne, Victoria & occasionally Interstate…
You'll be most impressed with both the quality & range of items
that you certainly “won't find in your local shopping mall”…
Not to mention our friendly & personal, efficient Aussie service…
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problems lately - both sending & receiving...
If you send us an email to our usual address at:
& you don't receive a timely answer,
then please try our alternative email at:
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FREE INTERNATIONAL TELEPHONE CALLS
You can talk to us at gorgeous from your computer absolutely FREE
It's just like talking over the telephone - but you don't have to pay
those horrendously expensive international phone call rates
You'll need to install a clever little freeware program called "Skype"
Once you've installed "Skype", search for us under "gorgeous-gear"
in Australia - & you can then speak to us completely FREE
You can even call people who don't have "Skype", or have a computer
Yes, it does cost you a little, but we really do mean "a little" - & it's
also considerably less than those International Phone Cards
eg: Check out the costs of a 30 minute call between Australia & the
following Countries - & the costs are the same in either direction:
USA:
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US 62 cents
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New Zealand:
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NZ 98 cents
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Canada:
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CA 72 cents
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South Africa:
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Rand 3.8
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United Kingdom:
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UK 35 pence
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Japan:
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Yen 73
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Europe:
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Euro 51 cents
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Singapore:
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SG 98 cents
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Switzerland:
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Franc 0.80
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China:
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Yuan 5
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Details are on the "Skype" site - under "SkypeOut"
If you have a webcam, we can even "eyeball" while we're talking
with "Skype" video calling - & this is also completely FREE
"Skype's" PRIVATE chat function includes a conference call facility
In the course of our gorgeous business, we make many calls to our
customers right across the world - & as you can probably tell
from all this, we're absolutley rapt with "Skype"
"Skype" is a fabulous utility & so easy to use - it's saving us a "bundle"
“I knew it was over when I downloaded Skype,” Michael Powell, chairman, Federal Communications Commission, explained. “When the inventors of KaZaA are distributing for free a little program that you can use to talk to anybody else, and the quality is fantastic, and it’s free – it’s over. The world will change now inevitably.”
Fortune Magazine, February 16, 2004
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in Melbourne, Australia
The current time here is:
Please note time differences between
where "we are" - & where "you are"
if you intend to skype or phone us
If you "click on the clock", it will go to the
"World Time Server" website - showing
you the Day & Date here in Australia, & you
can even see our local Weather forecast
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If you live in - or you're visiting Melbourne, & you're
lookin' for somewhere to "dance ya sox off"...
then check out Mel's fabulous gig-guide & site at:
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