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Nicole Houston

Nicole Houston is the founder of Sahara Son Travel, a travel business for Latin dancers and cultural travelers based in Reno, Nevada. A Cuban dance enthusiast who has lived in Tunisia, she helps dancers plan festival trips to destinations around the world.

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How to Plan an International Dance Festival Trip: Lessons From a Traveling Dancer

October 26, 2026

Nicole Houston shares lessons from traveling to dance festivals around the world, from choosing an event and budgeting to finding a roommate and pacing yourself.