Sorry to respond so late, but wanted to put in our two cents regarding the NYE ball....
Did you like the event?
-Yes!!! It was a fantastic way to spend the evening and a great alternative to a lot of the other parties out there (which have never been our thing.. ;^.^ )
Did you find a date or new friends?
- It was wonderful to meet up with many of the new friends we made at NDK in the fall again, and the general enthusiasm of the crowd really added a lot to the atmosphere!
How is the music and food?
-I liked the balance of the music, in general; I was expecting a little more j-pop but there was enough variety to satisfy most tastes. The lack of Caramelldansen, however...alas!! T.T
I'm joking, of course, but it would be fun for next time if it could be added, since the group dances seemed to be such a hit. The swing music was a nice touch...the only time during the night my friend got to dance a little!
As for food, the Marriott has always provided good food and that night was no exception. The only concern was the temporary lack of water in the ballroom itself; it's a necessity, especially for those of us who were wearing ballgowns and the like, so either more water coolers or a closer eye on the water supply would be in order for future events.
Any unforgettable experience you like to share?
-The group dances were AWESOME!! Getting so many people to participate in "Thriller", "The Time Warp", "Shout", and the other dances was simply amazing, and "The Final Countdown" at midnight was a perfect choice! Mark's little discussion of Japanese New Year's traditions was a nice cultural touch as well...
Any feedback you like to share?
-On the whole, we were delighted with the whole experience, and everything seemed pretty smooth as far as we could tell...
Will you return next year, if not why?
-Most assuredly!! As soon as there's a form to sign up, we're there!
