Tour Regisration, Information, Packages & Pricing for the 2025 Dance Tour to Croatia

20 to 25 May 2025 (travel 16 to 26 May 2025)

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Registration for the SA Dance Team tour will open on 8 January close on 22 January 2025

No further bookings can be accepted beyond this deadline

Congratulations!

If you have qualified for the DanceStar World Dance Masters 2025 in Croatia, this is a truly remarkable achievement.

The DanceStar World Dance Masters is an annual event held in Croatia, bringing together the best dancers from around the world. The next competition will take place from 20 to 25 May 2025, with travel dates scheduled from 16 to 26 May 2025.

The stunning city of Poreč, with its exceptional resorts and scenic surroundings, is the ideal location for this prestigious competition. It offers a unique, all-in-one experience designed to meet the needs of dancers, teachers, and supporters.

For dancers from South Africa, participation in the DanceStar World Dance Masters 2025 is exclusively available by qualifying at the DanceStar South African Qualifiers or by competing in the qualification event held two days prior to the main competition in Croatia.

Additionally, dancers must book one of the affordable tour packages and travel with the South African team, overseen by SA Dance Talent throughout the trip.

This tour to Croatia is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Highlights include the grand opening ceremony on the beach, vibrant beach parties, DanceStar Night, award ceremonies, and visits to some of Croatia's most beautiful tourist destinations. Beyond the festivities, the primary goal for each dancer should be personal growth—broadening your dance vocabulary through workshops and observing diverse styles from around the globe. Winning a trophy or award at this elite level will be the ultimate cherry on top.

Please review this information page about the DanceStar South African Team Tour carefully. To secure your place, register online and submit your first payment by 24 January 2025 according to the schedule which includes a non-refundable deposit of R4000 per person (dancers, teachers or supporters).

Travel Packages for dancers, teachers, supporters:

Dancers, teachers, and supporters interested in competing or touring with the SA Dance Talent Team in Croatia can select one of the five mandatory packages listed below.

Travel Dates: May 16-26, 2025

Destination: Croatia – DanceStar World Dance Masters

Note: Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent, teacher, or guardian.

Packages Include:

The following services are included in the packages for dancers, teachers, and supporters:

1. Accommodation:

• 9-nights stay at a 2, 3, or 4-star hotel in Porec, Croatia, within the competition resort.
• Daily full buffet breakfast and dinner at your hotel.

2. Transportation:

• Coach transport between Marco Polo Airport (Venice) and the hotel/resort in Croatia, both ways.

3. At the 2025 DanceStar World Dance Masters Event:

• Tickets for all competition days (20-25 May 2025) for dancers, teachers, and supporters.
• Access to backstage support, area, and dressing rooms for dancers and teachers.
• Tickets for the prestigious DanceStar Night (for dancers and teachers; supporters not included).
• Access to workshops for dancers and teachers.
• Invitations to the dancers' beach parties.

SA Dance Team Gear and Administration Fee:

• SA Dance Team tracksuit tops for dancers and teachers.
• SA Dance Team vests for dancers and teachers.
• Team shirts, backpacks, and additional gear for dancers and teachers.
• Team presentation ceremony in South Africa for all participants.
• SA Dance Talent Tour management and administration fee.

Packages Exclude:

The following items are not included in the package and are subject to additional fees:

• Flights to and return from VENICE
• Visa & travel insurance
• Entry fees for the DanceStar World Finals (vary per dancer)
• Supporter entry to watch the 0-hour Qualifier competition (May 18-19, 2025)
• Supporter entry to the Gala Evenings
• Transportation for dancers, teachers, and supporters to attend the Gala Evenings

Additional Information:

• All prices are per person.
• Hotel rooms are shared (2 persons per room).
• Limited single room options are available for an additional fee.
• Triple rooms are not available; however, a stretcher bed can be provided for Packages B,C,D & E only.
• Family rooms and interleading rooms (for 4 persons) are unavailable. In such cases, 2 adjacent rooms will be essential.

Exchange Rate Clause:

SA Dance Tours reserves the right to adjust package prices proportionally in the event that the Rand/Euro exchange rate fluctuates by more than 5% from the rate on the date these prices were initially published.

Accompaniment Policy:

Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent, teacher, or legal guardian.

Payment Plan & Non Refundable Deposit:

To secure your spot on the tour, full payment or the first payment as per the payment schedule must be received by 24 January 2025. Part of the payment includes a non-refundable deposit of:

• R4,000 per person for dancers and teachers
• R4,000 per person for supporters

You may choose to pay the full tour amount upfront OR follow the payment plan outlined below. Please note that packages cannot be paid at a later stage outside these options.

If payments are not made as per the payment plan and fall more than 7 days behind, we reserve the right to:

• 1. Suspend your tour package until payments are brought up to date (subject to availability), or
• 2. Cancel your tour package and issue refunds in accordance with the cancellation policy.

Easy Payment Plan

DANCERS & TEACHERS (per person)

These are the minimum monthly payments required.

SUPPORTERS (per person)

These are the minimum monthly payments required.

Note that children under the age of 3 have special rates on request.

Banking Details:

Acc Name : SA Dance Tours

Bank : First National Bank

Branch : Lifestyle

Branch Code : 250 655

Account# : 627 835 42759

Reference : AccountID

You will receive your account ID when you register online for the tour.

Flights:

It is mandatory to book flights to Marco Polo Airport (VCE) in Venice, Italy, ensuring arrival no later than 16:00 on Saturday, 17 May 2025 . From Venice Airport, the team will travel by bus to the competition resort in Croatia.

Dates & Transportation:

Depart Date : Friday 16 May 2025
Arrive Venice : Saturday 17 May 2025 (no later than 16:00)

Return Date : Monday 26 May 2025 ( arrive at Venice airport 12:00, do not book flights departing earlier than 14:00 )
Arrive South Africa : Tuesday 27 May 2025

Please ensure you arrive in Venice by no later than 16:00 on Saturday, 17 May 2025 , and schedule your departure to South Africa no earlier than 14:00 on Monday, 26 May 2025 as the bus only arrives at Venice Airport at 12:00 .

When booking your flights, it is crucial to ensure you arrive at Venice Airport on the correct date and time to travel with the team on the pre-arranged bus to the competition resort in Poreč, Croatia. This arrangement also applies to your return flights.

The team will be transported from Venice Airport to the resort in Poreč by our tour bus service, a journey of approximately three hours.

Once in Poreč, most amenities and venues are within walking distance. Affordable transport options, including taxis, ferries, and mini trains, are available for travel between the resort and the town centre. Neighbouring towns can also be easily accessed via bus or ferry.

For those flying with British Airways (BA), please note that a UK Transit Visa is required for any connecting flights through the UK. This visa must be obtained in advance from the UK Embassy.

Extending your tour

Feel free to plan your own travel arrangements to explore Venice either before or after the Croatia tour. Since our departure point for the competition resort in Croatia is Venice, you can take advantage of the opportunity to stay a few nights in this stunning city before we embark on our journey.

Accommodation in Croatia

Accommodation for the 9 nights is available in your choice of 2-star, 3-star, or 4-star hotels. Rooms are strictly shared, with two persons per room. For those who prefer a private room, a single room supplement is available at an additional cost (subject to limited availability).

Your stay in Poreč includes a buffet breakfast and a delightful buffet dinner each day. Lunch options are conveniently available at the dance venue, where various food stalls offer a wide selection of meals.

All hotels within the resort are located within 500-800 meters of the dance venue, ensuring a short and easy walk. The resort also features a flea market, small curio shops, and mini grocery stores for your convenience.

 

All hotels within the resort are located within 500-800 meters of the dance venue, ensuring a short and easy walk. The resort also features a flea market, small curio shops, and mini grocery stores for your convenience.

For financial ease, you can use your ATM debit card to withdraw cash at any ATM in Croatia or Italy. Alternatively, you may opt to bring Euros or arrange a pre-loaded cash card from South Africa before your trip.

Money / Currency

Croatia uses the Euro (€) as its official currency. It remains one of the more affordable European destinations, with costs for day trips, souvenirs, food, and other expenses being very reasonable. A budget of approximately R4,000 should be sufficient for a dancer to cover lunch and souvenirs while in Croatia.

Team Gear & Uniform

Dancers and teachers will receive the official SA Dance Team tracksuit top, vest, bag, and other team gear. All dancers are required to wear the team outfit for the opening and awards ceremonies.

Visa for Croatia, Italy, and Travel Insurance

Ensure that your passport is valid. If it’s not, apply for a new one as soon as possible. Children under 18 must also have a birth certificate with parents details on it, to travel—this is mandatory. South African passport holders need a visa to enter both Croatia and Italy (Venice) as both are part of the Schengen travel area in Europe.

Mobile & Wifi

Croatian mobile cards are reasonably priced, and most hotels in Croatia offer Wi-Fi access.

Day Trips / Getting Around

When you're not competing, we recommend exploring the town of Poreč or taking a bus or ferry to nearby towns. Croatia has so much more to offer. Don’t forget your camera, and if the weather permits, your swimsuit as well!

Finals Entry Fees for DanceStar World Finals

Entry fees for the DanceStar World Finals must be paid by the beginning of April 2025. Further details on how to make payments will be provided in due course.

The fees listed below are based on the 2024 rates. Once the 2025 fees are finalized, we will send an update.

Solo ‐ R1800 per solo  
Duet/Trio/Quartet ‐ R950 per competitor
Group/Formation ‐ R650 per competitor

If you wish to qualify for an additional routine or for a routine that has not yet qualified, you will need to pay both the full entry fee (listed above) and an additional qualifying fee.

The qualifying event will take place two days prior to the main competition in Croatia.

For inquiries regarding tour details, packages, or pricing, please email us at office@dancestar.co.za.