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    Default Portuguese Clubs - what's the lowdown??

    Hey,

    As some of you may already know, I've been trying to do some homework about the clubs in Portugal because I plan to go to Lisbon and dance there later on this year. I have been asking around and (obviously) each manager says that their club is the best but I want to go the THE best one there that is clean with good earning potential (of course!).

    Anyway, I am looking for clubs in Lisbon or in close proximity to the city. Has anyone been there or know of any dancer who has gone? I really need all the information I can get before I make a decision as I've been offered a place by a few clubs and want to make a decision FAST!

    Thanks!
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    Default Re:Portuguese Clubs - what's the lowdown??

    Hi girlie, I can't believe you're going!!! That's sooo cool! I take it this'll be your big break on the dancing scene or are you gonna warm up in London/elsewhere first?

    Well, yes I did send pictures and I asked a lot of questions (I like to have their written word). I was informed that a lot of clubs are unwilling to hire girls unless they go through an agency as it avoids illegal workers (i.e. girls without visas). The good thing is that a lot of the clubs offer accommodation and a set working wage besides your LDs. Not bad IMHO.

    There are two agencies that have offered to lend me a helping hand and also one club got back to me saying that if I want to work with them I must give them 2 weeks notice. Hmmmm...choices, choices, choices.

    Have you got any ideas on where you plan to go? I heard that Porto is also a hotspot, but I just wanna go see Lisbon

    If you want a head start, here are the websites I got hold off...

    www.exotic-angels.com
    www.rochikamodels.com (beware of Shaggy's beats as you enter the site!).
    www.passerelle.pt (just go to the clubs section. It's somewhere on the banner to the left hand side).

    I hope that they are of help. If you get any info on clubs in Lisbon, PLEASE let me know!!

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    Default Re:Portuguese Clubs - what's the lowdown??

    Hey!

    The agencies actually get paid by the club for supplying them with girls and they are the mediator between the club and dancer to organise things. The accommodation and wages still stand regardless of whether I went to the club directly or through an agency. However, I think the agency idea is less of a headache. At least that way, you have your options in front of you before you go instead of getting there and they make excuses, if you know what I mean. I just want to avoid any pitfalls.

    You said about organising it in April? Well, that might not be too late but it would be wise to start organising now. Remember that you may have to battle it out against other potential girls who'd be thinking of applying when the Euro 2004 starts hyping up (so get your foot in first) and you MUST make sure that you beat the madding crowds to book your flight or you may miss out! That is why I am keen to get this show on the road - you never know how busy it may get.

    To find out about locations, the best place to go to is www.multimap.com . Porto is further north of Lisbon, it's not exactly next door, so it would really have to be in either one city or the other unless you plan on travelling at one point e.g. halfway through your stay. I checked the Euro 2004 website and the final is scheduled in Lisbon so I think it's be wise for me to stay there. You know how 'celebratory' footy fans get after the final!!! $$$$$$$

    I am seriously considering working with Exotic Angels because they are very upfront and their club seems to be popular. But the manager of Rochika seems nice also and one of his clubs are located just outside Lisbon in an touristy and influential part of town where the money is flowing (it's near the biggest casino in Europe!) so I really dunno. ??? Maybe my decisions are based on superficial reasoning, but I'm trying to make sure that I'm thinking of the earning potential from all aspects.

    I really want to make a decision soon so I can book my flight, but better safe than sorry!! I guess I don't want to be too rash in making a choice, so if I sort out my choice of club early, it buys me time. AND I have to talk more to my boyf about it too. He's a bit worried so I need to really involve him in helping me make a choice just so he knows I'll be safe.

    And finally, I hope that your surgery will be alright. Take all the rest you need before you start dancing. Believe me, you'll need all the energy you can get!!

    xxx

    p.s. If you contact anyone and you're unsure of what questions you need to ask them, just let me know and I'll post/PM you the ones I asked and anything else that is relevant. I hope I haven't left anything else out. Good luck girl! x
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