Vive La Salsa Tours
NEW YORK CITY
May 29 - May 30
NYC · Boat Party · Salsa · Queens · Statue of Liberty · Salsa Caleña USA Festival · Nueva York · Sunset · Hudson River · Salsa Caleña · Central Park ·
Salsa as we know it today merged together in New York City in the 1960s and 1970s, shaped by Cuban son, mambo, Puerto Rican rhythms, jazz, and Afro-Caribbean traditions. Neighbourhoods like Spanish Harlem (El Barrio) and the South Bronx became cultural incubators where musicians, dancers, and communities fused sounds and movement into what would become salsa. Legendary venues such as the Palladium Ballroom helped bring Latin dance into the spotlight, while artists and dancers transformed salsa into a global movement.
Salsa Caleña
Nueva York
NYC
~ Salsa Sunset Boat Party ~
Dance the night away on the NYC Sunset Salsa Boat Cruise—salsa, stunning views, and good vibes all around! The Salsa Sunset Cruise is more than a party. It’s the official opening celebration for the Salsa Caleña USA festival weekend. Enjoy stunning views of the city skyline as the sun sets, all while moving to sizzling salsa beats. It's the perfect in-person event to meet new people, show off your moves, and soak up the vibrant NYC vibe. No experience needed—bring your energy and love for music! Sail, dance, and create unforgettable memories.
What to expect?
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Sunset cruise with NYC skyline views
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View Iconic Landmarks from the water during Golden Hour
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DJ bringing salsa + Latin party vibes all night
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Dance floor energy from boarding to dock
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Cash bar onboard (cocktails, beer, soda)
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Special Shows and performances from Salsa World Champions
Friday, May 29th, 2026
7 PM - 10 PM
Boarding 6:30 - 7 PM
Disembarkment 10 - 10:30 PM
NYC
~ Accomodations ~
To make your NYC salsa weekend easier, Vive La Salsa Tours has secured discounted group rates at nearby partner hotels for guests attending the Salsa Sunset Cruise and Salsa Caleña USA weekend. All room rates are nightly and are available from May 29 to June 1. Rooms must be booked directly with the hotel.
Four Points by Sheraton Flushing
5-minute walk from Flushing Town Hall
33-68 Farrington St, Flushing, NY 11354, United States
Group Rates (per night):
Standard King $219 (sleeps 2)
Standard Double $259 (sleeps up to 4)
Room Includes:
Complimentary in-room WiFi
Complimentary shuttle to/from LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Booking Deadline
Group rate available until April 29, 2026
Check-in: 3:00 PM. Check-out: 11:00 AM
Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
Vive La Salsa Tours guests that are confirmed at the group rate may cancel their individual reservations by 11:59EST
two days prior to the arrival date to avoid a cancellation fee of one night’s room and tax.
Marco La Guardia Hotel & Suites
Next Door to The Flushing Town Hall
137-07 Northern Blvd, Flushing, NY 11354, United States
Group Rates (per night):
King Room $219 (sleeps 2)
Double Room $219 (sleeps up to 4)
Studio Suite $249 (sleeps 2)(Rollaway bed available for $15 + tax per night for a 3rd person)
Room Includes:
Complimentary hot breakfast buffet (up to 2 guests)
Complimentary in-room WiFi
Complimentary shuttle to/from LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Mini fridge and microwave in all rooms
Booking Deadline
Group rate available until April 10, 2026
Call to book +1-718-445-3300
Mention "Vive La Salsa Tours" to receive Discount
Check-in: 3:00 PM. Check-out: 11:00 AM
Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
Cancellation policy for the group rate is 7 days before arrival.
Failure to cancel may incur a one-night charge.
Booking Reminder
Group hotel rates are subject to availability.
Guests are responsible for making their own reservations directly with the hotel and securing their booking with a credit card or first-night deposit.
~ OUR PARTNER ~
Salsa Caleña USA Festival
The Salsa Caleña USA Festival was created as a tribute to Henry, the brother of its founder, whose passion for salsa inspired a lifelong connection to this dance form. His legacy lives on in the spirit that gives purpose to this cultural project.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the festival serves as an international platform dedicated to preserving, promoting, and celebrating Cali salsa as an intangible cultural heritage. More than an event, it is a living cultural movement that connects communities and brings the soul of Cali to international stages.
