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Every year we spend money and energy on looking good, yet we never actually get to enjoy the benefits of being fit. Yes, the clothes we wear may show our figure but secretly we all want to show off our bodies to other people. We might see celebrities in magazines going on holiday to tropical climes having the time of their lives. So when we work hard at our job and earn enough to pay our bills a bit of luxury once in a while is most welcome. The United Kingdom offers us everything besides good weather. We simply have no choice but to go to places such as St. Tropez or the Bahamas to bask in some much needed sunshine.

There is nothing wrong with working out, it is positive as it improves your overall physical and mental health. It gives you confidence and strength. So, if you are fit, when you go to the shops to look for all the things you will wear on holiday, you have no fear of choosing items to flaunt your body. Self confidence is very important and when you go on holiday you can be yourself without the negative impact of social pressure.

The most important thing to take when going on holiday, which will show off your beach-body to the max, is swimwear. Just think of Baywatch, a popular 80s and 90s American action drama series, could you see yourself as a cast member? We no longer need to wait for summer to have sun, we can fly wherever we want in the world and soak up some rays. When your body looks how you want it to look, that’s the time you need to share it with the rest of the world.

An amazing body needs to be accompanied with swimwear that complements its figure. Be bold, brave and confident. Your yearly efforts will be rewarded; it’s simply a short flight away without too much luggage.

The sun doesn’t live in the UK, go out and chase it.

Michelle Casey writes beachwear articles on behalf of www.ukbeachwear.com.

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Heathrow Airport

Heathrow’s car parking is dealt by the BAA Advance company which has a easy-to-navigate through website! Online you can book and pay for parking in advance, preventing any queuing or last minute panic! Heathrow boasts great value parking. The online search engine allows customers to plan their stay and receive a quote on how much it will cost! A range of different parking is available from long stay to short stay, to business to Valet Parking. Online prices show a significant discount in comparison to “Online Prices”. For a long holiday the price of parking for a week is £74.10 as opposed to the standard £114.80! For £86.40 there’s no waiting time, with a 3-minute transfer to your terminal- it’s hassle free and cost effective!

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Munich Airport

Munich was crowned Europe’s best Airport in 2011 and it’s parking shows an indication as to why! As well as providing safe and secure parking, Munich airport offers value added services such as maintenance repair, washing, picking up and delivery! Convenience and secure parking it 16 euro per day. If you’re lacking organization last minute parking is also an option at the curb side stopping zones at Terminal 1 (modules A, B, D & E), and Terminal 2! Valet parking is very reasonably prices at 20 Euro’s, whilst XXL parking- the “extra wide, extra close” for vehicles bigger in size is conveniently located in close proximity to the terminals and prices at only 9 euro’s per day.

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Dublin Airport

It’s strongly advised to book in advance if you’re heading to Dublin Airport! By turning up without a booking, expect to be charged up to 40 euros per day! Prices are considerably less with a simple online booking! Get a “Summer Special” deal with great savings and convenience; it’s a mere walk to the check-in! Both Express Red Long Term & Holiday Blue Long Term offer regular efficient shuttle buses- ideal if you have heavy luggage!

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Zurich Airport

Switzerland Zurich Airport promises “low-cost car parking” and it certainly delivers just that! If you’re after long-term parking, spaces are available at the car park p60 at specially reduced rates! Situated a short walk from the airports main building, roughly 10 minutes, P60 is an outdoor parking space which is easily accessible and bookings aren’t required!

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Schiphol, Amsterdam

Schiphol is often cited as one of Europe’s, if not one of the worlds, most impressive airports! Be smart and go for Smart Parking, which can be booked from a period of 3 days! Parking is attractively low prices; operating on a 5 euro per day charge. Booking in advance as much as 6 weeks before your stay will save you money, with prices reduced from 5 euro to 4.32 per day!

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About the author: Adam B travels a lot for business in his job and is always flying in an out of airports, he has a passion for flying and works for Sixt.co.uk

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1. Have Fun with your Friends

We would all like to spend more time with our friends but it’s not always possible because of the studies or your busy professional life. But you can catch up by spending your holidays with your friends, that way you’ll be able to spend as much time as possible with them.

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In fact, you’ll be able to do all the activities you like to do together without having to think about something else. In addition, it is reported that it is easier for guys to seduce girls when they are in group, so if you’re single and hope to meet that special one then you can try that particular method.

2. Enjoy Some Interesting Discounts

In addition, whether you’re a small or a large group you will be able to enjoy some interesting group discounts when booking your tickets but also once you get to your holiday destination. In fact, you may have discounts when taking the bus but also when visiting some places.
Some restaurants and fast food also have interesting discounts for groups, so if you like tasting different cuisines then that’s a good reason why you should bring your buddies with you.

3. Save Money

Group holidays are a good way of saving money as all the fees are shared out between the members of the group, and the more a group is large the cheaper your contribution will be. The best example of this is trips organised by schools, in fact as most classes have at least 15 pupils, teachers calculate how much each pupil will give and that how they succeed in organising those kind of trips.

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So you can organise your holidays with your closest friends and if your group is not large enough you can ask your friends to bring their friends as well, that way you will all enjoy cost-effective holidays.

4. Group Accommodations

Concerning your accommodation booking a hotel is not the best solution as it can be extremely expensive especially if you want to stay there for more than a weekend. However, the best holiday accommodation for young holidaymakers is undoubtedly self-catering holiday cottages.

In fact, if all the members of the group give some money it will be quite cheap. In addition, holiday cottages are quite flexible as there will be room for all of you because even if you book a three room cottage and you are seven, you can split the group in two and some of you can sleep in the rooms while others will sleep in the living room.

Nadine Ryans writes about different subjects such as boutique hotel Brighton, Dartmouth self-catering and London orthodontists.

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Ibiza, Spain

Ibiza may be known as the party capital of the world, and a must-do vacation for the New Year, but it’s also one of the best summer destinations. The Balearic Island has a pleasant May climate, with clear days and temperatures in the mid-twenties. From June to September, the weather is warm and pleasant. Beach temperatures range from the mid to late twenties, making it a perfect place to laze around and get tanned in the mornings, and partying in the evenings. The northern region has olive groves and wooded areas, and is truly stunning. The beaches are packed till August, and less crowded from September onwards, so if you cherish your peace and quiet, that’s when you should plan your trip.

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St Tropez, France

St Tropez is one of the oldest tourist attractions in Europe, and where the A-list crowd prefers to go. This tourist attraction owes its popularity to the influx of artists and musicians after the Second World War. It is known for its sunny beaches (with public tanning areas and private huts as well. The beaches also offer plenty of activities including windsurfing, sailing, yachting, diving and other water sports. These beaches combine glamour, leisure, nightlife and other activities to make an irresistible package.

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Malta

Malta, Gozo and Comino offers plenty of beautiful places for swimming. Sandy beaches are a popular choice, especially for families with children, but swimming is very popular on rocky beaches as well. Beach clubs and swimming pools are an excellent opportunity for those who like comfort. If you do not want to be surrounded by a crowd of people on the sandy beaches, it is better to visit them on weekdays.

Paradise Bay is probably one of the most beautiful beach scenery in Malta – the beach is located in a beautiful bay near the town of Cirkewwa. You can use chairs, umbrellas and enjoy a meal in a beach restaurant. Beach itself is small, but suitable for snorkelling.

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Sardinia, Italy

Sardinia is one of the two islands that lie off the western coast of Italy (Sicily being the other), and is not as crowded as the other Italian hotspots. It has stunning white beaches punctuated by the little coves. Apart from the obvious attraction of Mediterranean weather, Sardinia offers several attractions for the discerning tourist: from the Nuraghi (prehistoric cone-shaped buildings) to Nora, the archaeological sites where Carthiginian remains have been uncovered; from the Roman remains in Cagliari to the hillsides, meadows and hamlets of Barbagia.

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Santorini, Greece

Santorini in Greece, with its beaches, little hamlets and even an active volcano, is one of the hottest summer vacation spots in Europe. Traditional buildings (from as early as the 16th century), wineries, ruins and restored villas, and villages with their cobbled pathways, cafes and restaurants offer travellers a holiday they can cherish. The weather is mild from April to June, and September and October are the best times to visit the island. The sunsets here are known to be among the most spectacular in the world, sitting in perfect isolation on the outer ring of the Cyclades.

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While all these destinations can be stunning, it’s your interests and tastes that can make your holiday perfect. Choose what works best for you, pack your designer swimwear and head off on a holiday you’ll remember and boast about for years to come!

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If you’re thinking on going on holiday to get away from drizzle and wind but don’t know where to go because you don’t know what the best place is to go, it has to be Majorca.

It’s beautiful all year round and many things you’re able to do there, so here is a list of attractions that are in Majorca so you know what to expect from a villa holiday:

The days or nights out are never dull, the Pirates adventure in Magaluf, the most recommended show in the whole on Majorca, and it features acrobatics and dancing that you can watch while eating your lunch or dinner, it is an incredible show for all the family and was spoken like it is a west end show.

For a bit of thrill instead of relaxing, why not go to Aqualandia, It’s only a few minutes from Cala Dor. It’s a great family day out with many attractions, with over 17 different slides and each one is unique, from Adults to Kid’s mini slides also including a massive wave pool and also sunbeds for people who just want to relax. You can easily spend many, many hours there and not realise it.

If none of them take your fancy, why not visit Plama the capitol of Majorca, many scenic options to view from, and easily accessible via train and car, with many of architectural monuments and many visitors coming over just to see them it is a definite must see.

Majorca is full of many more attractions but it is easier to find them, why not go and see for yourself?

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