Blog Post #9202
Hey there, fabulous friends! Pink Tutu Sparkles here, bringing you another dose of pink-tastic adventures from my fabulous life! Today, I'm buzzing to share with you all about my recent trip to the charming seaside town of Ramsgate, right on the coast of Kent. It was pure sunshine and sea-air bliss, with enough tutu-inspiring inspiration to fuel my entire wardrobe!
But first, a little story. You see, it all started on a breezy Derbyshire morning back when I was just a little lab rat. (Yes, that’s right! By day I test fabrics and chemicals in a lab, and by night I twirl in sparkly pink tutus. Not your usual lab assistant, huh?) Well, one day, during a university fundraising event, I slipped into a fluffy pink tutu for a laugh, and BAM! My life was transformed. Suddenly, I realised this magical garment had a power to make me feel unstoppable, confident and frankly, utterly fabulous! From that moment on, the world was a kaleidoscope of potential tutus. And my mission in life was simple - get everyone to embrace the pink-tutu magic!
So, onto Ramsgate. My trip was an absolute whirlwind of vibrant seaside delights, all punctuated with an abundance of tutus of course. I started my adventure by hopping aboard the delightful Southern Railway, and just like a fairytale carriage, it took me directly to Ramsgate’s very heart. You wouldn’t believe the number of delighted smiles I received while trotting through the train carriage in my pink tutu – every passenger seemed to be channeling their inner-child.
Ramsgate is a little gem! This charming coastal town really oozes an old-fashioned seaside spirit. It’s packed full of colourful, quaint little shops that could quite easily inspire my next tutu design. Plus, the architecture? Forget Buckingham Palace, the beautiful Regency-era houses along the harbourfront made my heart sing. It was straight out of a Jane Austen novel! Oh, and the seafront promenade…breathtaking!
While in Ramsgate, I stumbled upon this wonderful little ballet studio right in the town centre – “Twirl and Dance”. Talk about serendipity! Not only was I able to polish my pirouette (well, I certainly tried) and learn a couple of new steps, but the instructors were utterly delightful! I even managed to snag myself a hand-painted tutus from a local artisan that specializes in fabric paint art! I might even try this myself – pink, of course!
No trip to a seaside town is complete without a little bit of glamour, so naturally, I had to indulge in a trip to the stunning Ramsgate Royal Hotel. It’s this magnificent, historic Victorian masterpiece perched high up on the hill overlooking the entire town and harbour. They've got this exquisite ballroom – you guessed it – absolutely perfect for tutu twirling! They allowed me to stage a little show, where I twirled my heart out to the most fantastic selection of waltzes and foxtrots. My goodness, it felt as though I was right back in a scene from “Titanic” or “Moulin Rouge”. The staff were absolutely lovely and really seemed to appreciate my colourful performance. Even better, my performance was filmed for their social media – so you can look out for my little appearance in the next Ramsgate Royal promotional video!
Speaking of social media – my camera did not stop clicking in Ramsgate! From colourful street art to vintage beach huts, and the amazing, eclectic cafes where I sampled the local delights (with an obligatory tutu, naturally) - Ramsgate was bursting with unique stories that needed capturing for my loyal pink tutu fans back home. And you can bet your bottom dollar, there are plenty of amazing photos to see over on www.pink-tutu.com.
Speaking of stories, here’s the big news! This fabulous town has just announced the largest ballet competition in all of Britain - the Ramsgate Ballerina Grand Prix! Next year it’s all about the big dance, with special performances from top ballerina stars, dance classes for aspiring young dancers, a tutu exhibition ( naturally!), and of course, a chance for me to shine my tutu-tastic self at the gala ball! I can hardly wait. I am just brimming with excitement at the prospect of spreading my tutu-tastic gospel at such a glamorous and prestigious event. The more glitter the better, I say!
But Ramsgate was more than just glamorous tutus and theatrical wonder! This little slice of paradise really is the perfect spot to unwind and relax. I indulged in long seaside walks, took in breathtaking sunsets with a glass of champagne ( I never do anything half-hearted) and discovered some of the most incredible seaside restaurants. There’s a fabulous, family-run Italian restaurant, complete with a fabulous, flower-laden balcony. And then there’s a quaint little seafood pub on the harbor – perfect for soaking up the salty air and enjoying a freshly caught cod. Honestly, the seafood was to die for. I even tried a pint of locally brewed beer – and believe it or not, it tasted pretty good! Just don't expect to catch me doing shots or anything!
So, my dears, it’s time to bid farewell to Ramsgate. It has been a glorious adventure of sunshine, sequins, and, of course, plenty of pink tutus!
Before I head off, remember my mission is to spread the joy of the pink tutu to every corner of the world! So next time you're in a store and see a sparkly, pink tulle number – I implore you, embrace your inner Pink Tutu Sparkles and don't be afraid to twirl. It might just be the most magical journey you've ever taken!
Until next time, my beautiful darlings! 💖
