Blue Mizu's Ultimate Guide to Summer Holidays

Blue Mizu’s Ultimate Guide To Summer Holidays
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Best Sun Creams and Where to Get Them:
Pages 5-9
Looking For a New Beach Towel for Your Holiday:
Pages 10-11
Our Top 5 Most Surreal Places to Visit:
Pages 12-16
Our Top 8 Beach Selection around the World:
Pages 17-22
What’s Hot - Men & Women’s Swimwear:
Pages 23-27
Crazy Bars You Never Knew Existed:
Pages 28-37
Top 6 Spa Breaks In Europe:
Pages 38-46
Flight Airline Lists and Tips:
Pages 47-50
Looking to Move Abroad? Our Top 7 Climate Countries:
Pages 51-56
Our Top 8 of 18-30 Holiday Destinations:
Pages 57-66

Amazing Adult Only Resorts:
Pages 67-72
Blue Mizu’s Top 6 Family Holiday Ideas:
Pages 73-81
The Big 7 Wonders of the World:
Pages 82-86
Blue Mizu’s Best Beach Resorts from Around the World:
Pages 87-91
Blue Mizu’s Unusual City Breaks:
Pages 92-95
Romantic UK Breaks – The Companies we Recommend:
Pages 96-100
Blue Mizu’s Top 5 Ski Resorts:
Pages 101-104
Travel Insurance Who to go with and Why:
Pages 105-109
Ultimate Holiday Checklist:
Pages 110-111
We are Blue Mizu – Over & Out:
Pages – 112-113

Best Sun Creams for 2015 Summer Holidays
and where to get them!
Sun screen, sun cream, sun block or whatever you may call it it’s
so important to keep your skin fully protected from harmful UV
rays - plus the red tomato look isn't exactly ideal. With so many
products on the shelves you'd be forgiven for feeling confused
and lost over which one to pick. But guess what? We're here to
help. Phew!
PIZ BUIN:
Piz Buin is a no nonsense sun protector which will give you hours
of gorgeous sun time, they have a large collection and you can
sometimes get them buy 1 get 1 free.
Superdrug - http://bit.ly/1yOZ9kV

HAWAIIAN TROPIC:
Hawaiian Tropic has the most amazing smell and is jam packed
with moisturising properties which will leave your skin feeling
hydrated as well as providing ultimate UV protection.
Amazon - http://amzn.to/1Pcl000
Soltan:

Soltan is an easy to use sun cream, which supports and protects
the skins natural tanning. Soltan offers great full UV protection,
and it is Boots own Brand so you will find that Soltan will be a
little bit cheaper than some of the other sun cream products.
Boots - http://bit.ly/1CL0I7o
MALIBU:
Not only does Malibu Spray smell delicious it’s also brilliant if you
are in a rush or on a city break. It barely needs any rubbing in as
it doesn't feel sticky when you spray it on. The genius bit about
this product is that you can spray it straight on to wet skin and it
won’t go streaky or white, quick and easy protection.
The Sun Care Shop - http://bit.ly/1DbHc5h

GARNIER AMBRE SOLAIRE
If you're a traditionalist then you should probably stick to Ambre
Solaire. Good old thick cream, bit of a chore to rub in but well
worth it for the ultimate protection, well trusted brand and been
around for years.
Tesco’s - http://bit.ly/1NNQSo4
NIVEA:
This product protects and refreshes, the spray gives a cooling
effect on the skin which is a welcome delight in the hot weather.
It also leaves the skin feeling smooth and silky and doesn’t feel

sticky at all. Make sure you have covered yourself fully as the
spray is completely transparent.
Amazon - http://amzn.to/1HHVDxQ
Riemann P20:
Riemann P20 is a little more expensive than some other brands
on the list. This is mostly because of the strength of the original
Once a Day sun protection, which gives you up to 10 hours
protection with just one application and is very water resistant,
even after swimming frequently throughout the day.
John Lewis - http://bit.ly/1GDNjjS

Looking for a New Beach Towel for your
Holiday?
Beach Towels are a must when looking to go on holiday, it’s
always nice to get yourself a new one, but don’t want to pay too
much? Here is a list of some great places to start looking!
How about Mr & Mrs Beach Towels?
http://ebay.eu/1ICIx5b
How about an Extra Large 2 persons Beach Towel?
http://bit.ly/1Cb2PxJ
How about a Personalised Beach Towel?
http://bit.ly/1Pc3Hw2
How about a Football Beach Towel for the Lads?
http://bit.ly/19Y3HPB
How about a Pretty Coloured Beach Towel for the Ladies?

http://bit.ly/1IjIsGO
How about a Kids Disney/Marvel Beach Towel?
http://bit.ly/1FvHPGo
How about a Trendy Aztec Beach Towel?
http://bit.ly/19Y3XOh
How about Wedding Beach Towels?
http://bit.ly/1IjIHBH
How about a Cool Striped Beach Towel?
http://bit.ly/1DRVGYQ
How about a Funny Beach Towel?
http://amzn.to/1GD9KG0
How about a Designer Beach Towel?
http://bit.ly/1CKvxcj
How about young child Beach Towel?
http://bit.ly/1c0LMJy
How about a Men’s Expensive Designer Towel?
http://bit.ly/1GDa87u
How about a Woman’s Expensive Designer Towel?
http://bit.ly/1NWZ4oe
How about a Really Cool Sporty Beach Towel?
http://bit.ly/1aalT8Z

Our Top 5 Most Surreal Places to Visit in the
World!
Number 1 - Zhangye Danxia landform in Gansu, China
The Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park is located near the
city of Zhangye in China. The total area covers around 510
square kilometres with the cliffs reaching several hundred metres
high. The unique and rare colours that make up the cliffs are the
result of mineral deposits and sandstone being laid over 24
million years! Undeniably one of the most surreal sights you will
see in your lifetime.
For a sneak preview of the park have a look at this:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9Rqyy-EZ0M

Number 2 - The Great Blue Hole of Belize
The magnificent Belize Blue Hole is a large sinkhole just off the
coast of Belize, around 125 metres deep and 300 metres across
in size! It’s easy to see why this place is popular with scuba
fanatics with its marine life including sharks, tropical fish and
amazing coral formations!
For a sneak preview of the hole watch this:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPehnEcCCmE

Number 3 - Mendenhall Ice Caves, Alaska
These magnificent caves are only accessible to the more
adventurous types! If you are willing to Kayak and climb over the
glacier to get to there, then you will get to see the magic of the
Mendenhall Ice Caves!
A sneak peek inside the caves:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-1em230fls

Number 4 - Sea of Stars, Vaadhoo Island, Maldives
If you’re going to visit the Maldives, Vaadhoo Island is the place
to visit. Famous for its Sea of Stars, at night the amazing waters
appear to be mirroring the glistening stars from above, but is this
really what we’re seeing???!!
Take a look at this video and see what’s happening under the
water!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kyP0XsF0zM

Number 5 - Glowworm Caves, Waitomo, New Zealand
If you are in New Zealand these caves are a must see. With these
size glowworms being unique to New Zealand, these fascinating
creatures create an amazing light throughout the caves and you
will feel like you’re on a boat trip in a starry night fairytale.
A peek into the caves:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYHaYWCzins

Here is Our Top 8 Beach Selection From
Around the World!
Rabbit Beach – Lampedusa, Italy
Why it’s in our list: This stunning and very remote beach can
only be accessed by boat, it is also a nature reserve and
completely secluded. This is definitely one of the best beaches in
the world.

Lake McKenzie – Fraser Island – Australia
Why it’s in our list: Ok this isn’t your typical beach, this lake is
considered one of the world’s most cleanest waters to bathe in
and another bonus no salt water to sting your eyes. Another cool
feature is this Sand Island has a large and very ancient Rainforest
that surrounds it.
White Bay – Jost Van Dyke – British Virgin Islands

Why it’s in our list: Gorgeous clear waters and white sandy
beach, this is the smallest of the four Main Virgin Islands and
guess what everyone speaks English!
Sunrise Beach – Koh Pha-Ngan – Thailand
Why it’s in our list: Simple, The World Famous Full Moon Party
is held here, where some of the greatest fire dancers are staged.
Oh and it’s a stunning beach!

Paradise Beach – Mykonos – Greece
Why it’s in our list: Mykonos is known to be a wild party
hotspot at night and it has a chilled atmosphere in the day.
Paradise Beach has some of the best sand on the Aegean Sea,
this is why it just has to make our list!
7 Mile Beach – Negril – Jamaica

Why it’s in our list: Surrounded by epic cliffs, it’s one of the
most beautiful and longest beaches in the world, however the
beach is actually around 6 miles long not 7, just to let you know!
Hidden Beach – The Marieta Islands By Puerto Vallarta,
Mexico
Why it’s in our list: Just take a look, although not as hidden
now as in previous years, this secret beach is rumoured to have
been created when the Mexican Military detonated test bombs
here in the early 1900s.

Anse Source d’Argent – LaDigue – Rebublic of Seychelles
Why it’s in our list: This beaches pink sand and towering cliffs
make it one of the most visited and photographed beaches in the
world, just Stunning!

What’s Hot This Summer for Men and
Women’s Swimwear and Where to Look
Men’s
Swim shorts
If height isn’t your strong point, grab yourself a pair that hits
around the mid-thigh area like the pictures above. This will give
you the look of added height by making your legs look longer. If
you were to go for ones longer than that, you could end up
looking like a kid wearing his dad’s shorts! With the short shorts

at least you will be able to show off the leg muscles you have
been working on at the gym.
Here are a few links of where you can find some really cool Swim
Shorts for summer.
http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/mens-swimwear
http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Swimwear/216,default,sc.html
http://www.asos.com/Men/Swimwear/Cat/pgecategory.aspx?cid=
13210&r=2
http://www.bangandstrike.com/mens-swimwear-c8#c27
Long Swim Shorts
If you're on the taller side, you may want to try swim shorts that
come down to the knee like the pictures above. This will actually
give your body proportion when walking along the beach, as any
shorter than these shorts your legs will look much too long for
your body.
Here are a few links of where you can find some really cool Long
Swim Shorts for summer.
http://www.very.co.uk/men/swimwear/e/b/2176.end?pageNumb
er=5

https://www.zalando.co.uk/swimming-trunks-shorts/
http://www.swimwear365.co.uk/mens/swimwear/_/N-
18Z1z141vp
Board Shorts
The pictures above are Board Shorts, and the title gives it away
as to why they are called that; as these bad boys were designed
for surfers of the sea. These particular shorts are very popular all
over the world. Some of the differences you may see are the
waist is not elasticated, you may have more pockets, and they
are very thin and light for easy quick drying.
Here are a few links of where you can find some really cool Board
Shorts for summer.
http://www.iboardshorts.com/mens-boardshorts/view-all-mens-
boardshorts.html
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-
alias%3Daps&field-keywords=mens+board+shorts

http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p205060
1.m570.l1313.TR6.TRC1.A0.H0.Xmens+board+shorts.TRS0&_nk
w=mens+board+shorts&_sacat=0
Women’s
Bikini
The Bikinis are a great choice for summer for a few reasons, let’s
start with the obvious one it’s hot on holiday, and Bikini’s will
keep you nice and cool. You can also get a great tan on your
tummy and back. Lastly, it’s the one time of the year you can
effectively walk round in a bra, comfy!
Here are a few links of where you can find some really cool
Bikini’s for summer.

http://www.boohoo.com/restofworld/clearance/sale-
swimwear/icat/sale-swimwear
http://www.missguided.co.uk/clothing/category/swimwear
http://www.simplybeach.com/departments/Outlet/Bikinis.aspx
Swimsuit
So some girls prefer a swimsuit because they make you feel a bit
more comfortable, as in you don’t feel like your half naked and
mainly because they can hide your wobbly bits! But swimsuits are
still sexy and in some cases classier than bikinis.
Here are some links of where you can find some really cool
swimsuits:
http://www.venus.com/swimwear.aspx
http://www.target.com/c/swimsuits-women-s-clothing/-/N-5xtbw
http://www.simplybe.co.uk/shop/swimwear/_/N-
1ytvf2x/products/show.action

Surreal and Crazy Bars You Never Knew
Existed
Red Sea Star, Israel
The World’s First Underwater Restaurant and Bar!

With its 62 underwater windows you get a breathtaking view of
the underwater tropical sea creatures while you enjoy a nice cold
drink and even food!
Alux Caverna Lounge, Mexico

An unforgettable experience created by nature. The largest cave
bar in the world!
H.R. Giger Bar, Gruyere, Switzerland

If you are into fossils and skeletal structures this is your thing!
The ceiling of this bar (an ancient castle) is covered with arches
of vertebrae!
Moonshadows, Malibu, California

This stunning dramatic outdoor bar has been popular for years as
there is no other bar quite like it. Perched high up on the edges of
the rocks, you can relax in the Blue Lounge Bar and drink the
night away looking out at the gorgeous Pacific Coast Highway!
The Clinic, Singapore

One of the strangest bars we
have come across! Inspired
by a hospital, all sorts of
hospital paraphernalia
including IV bags that you
drink from!

Octave Rooftop Bar and Lounge, Bangkok
A stunning bar on the on
the 45th floor of the
Bangkok Marriott Hotel,
Sukhumvit. This bar offers
360 degree breathtaking
alfresco views of the City.

Hot Tub Cinema, London
Probably the coolest… and strangest way to watch a movie! On a
rooftop, in London, with a beer, in a hot tub?!

South Africa’s Sunland Bar – Inside a Tree?!
The world’s
only pub
that’s inside a
tree! Grab a
beer in the
trunk of this
6000 year old
baobab tree,
inside can
accommodate
15 people at a
time.

Baba Nest, Thailand
A unique rooftop bar that enjoys 360 degree views of Phuket and
the Andaman Sea. You get the illusion of being afloat at sea from
the low tables and infinity pool that surrounds the deck!

Top 6 Spa Breaks in Europe
Looking for a relaxing Spa Break this summer?! Look no further…
Click the video below, let the relaxing Spa music take you away
and have a peek at Blue Mizu’s Top 6 rated Spa Breaks in Europe!
Le Meurice Hotel, Paris
This gorgeous hotel is located in the heart of Paris and within
walking distance of many of the famous landmarks Paris has to
offer. All rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated in a style
reminiscent of Louis XVI with the bathrooms decorated in marble.

This is the place to go for luxury in Paris with the spa being one
of its main attractions.

For more info and pictures check out their website:
http://www.dorchestercollection.com/en/paris/le-meurice/spa-
hotel-paris
Cavalieri Hotel, Rome
So if you’re looking to visit Rome for a Spa Break this is the place
to go. 5 star luxury perched on top of Monte Mario, overlooking
Rome, you feel as though your part of the hustle and bustle of
the big city, but at the same time nestled in 15 acres of parkland.
With its 4 swimming pools, whirlpools and also a turkish bath,
you will no doubt have a truly relaxing time at the Cavalieri Grand
Spa Club.

Take a look at their website:
http://www.romecavalieri.com/
San Clemente Palace Hotel, Venice
San Clemente Palace Hotel, some say the most desired address in
Venice! Most probably because it has its own private island! A
short ride across the bay in one of the hotels complimentary
boats, this 5 star hotel really is worth taking a look at. A lot of the
hotels in Venice do not cater for Spa Breaks, therefore with its
own pool, sauna, steam room, spa treatments etc, it definitely fits
the bill as a Spa Hotel in Venice!

For more info and pictures check out their website:
http://www.stregisvenice.com/
Chewton Glen, Hampshire
So if you want to stick to the UK, in our opinion, the Chewton
Glen Hotel is one of the most luxurious places you could go for a
Spa Break. You need to take a look at their website as we could
write pages and pages on here about how fabulous they are, but
that would take up too much space! But just to give you an idea:
They have won awards for the Best UK Holiday Hotel, Top 10 Best
UK Spa, Best UK Resort/Hotel for a Romantic Spa Break, Gold
Winner - Large Hotel of the Year 2014/2015, there are loads! And
they have 5 AA Red Stars!

Take a look: http://www.chewtonglen.com/spa/
Elounda Peninsula – Crete
This unique hotel in Greece is situated on an extended stretch of
land overlooking the Bay of Elounda, Mirabello Bay and the
Aegean Sea. It will be difficult to spot anything but Blue Sea! The
Six Senses Spa serves the Elounda Peninsula Hotel, the Elounda
Mare Hotel and the Porto Elounda Golf and Spa Resort. With the
wide range of treatments available it’s easy to see why this is an
award winning spa.

Take a look at their website and see why we recommend it:
http://www.sixsenses.com/spas/elounda/welcome
Blythswood Square – Glasgow
Another UK favourite of ours has to be Blythswood Square
located in the heart of Glasgow City Centre. This award winning
Spa Hotel has 9 treatment rooms, a thermal suite, 2 relaxation
pools and a number of relaxation areas. If you enjoy a cocktail or

2 with your Spa experience this is the place to go due to their
award winning cocktail menu! They offer a number of Spa
Packages and Breaks, definitely worth a peek!

Check out their website:
http://www.townhousecompany.com/blythswoodsquare/spa/
So that’s our Top 6 Spa Breaks in Europe, hopefully there is
something there to tickle your taste buds and get you in the
mood to book a relaxing break away….. go on … treat yourself!

Flight Airline Lists to Help You with Booking
the Right Flight for You!
Are you confused about what airline to use?
Do you only know of a couple of airlines?
Or are you stuck in your ways and only use the same airline each
time?
Do you always book Package deals or all inclusive?
We are going to give you a list of all different airlines to look
through before you book your holiday, and then tell you how you
can potentially save money booking your holiday separately. Plus,
how we think airlines work with their pricing.
Aer Lingus - http://www.aerlingus.com/en-gb/
BA - http://www.britishairways.com/travel/home/public/en_gb
Easy Jet - http://www.easyjet.com/en/
First Choice - http://flights.firstchoice.co.uk/en/index.html
Monarch - http://www.monarch.co.uk/
Ryan Air - http://www.ryanair.com/en/
Thomas Cook - http://www.thomascookairlines.com/Search.aspx
Thomson - http://flights.thomson.co.uk/en/index.html

Virgin Atlantic - http://www.virgin-atlantic.com/us/en.html
Whizz Air - https://wizzair.com/en-GB/Country/GB#tab1
Firstly, if you are someone that always goes with the same
airline, then what you should do is have a gander through these
airlines and even save this to your desktop for each time you go
away and share this with your friends. Just adding in the details
of when you want to fly will potentially save you money,
remember do your research!
Most of us will always book a package holiday rather than
booking flights and accommodation separately, probably because
it is less hassle and easier. However, it really doesn’t take long to

do the research and if you could conjure that up within a couple
of hours and it means possible savings of a few hundred pounds,
it’s got to be worth it right? Don’t let these out sourced
companies do the easy work for you and take a nice chunk of
commission that you pay! Be smart Save Money.
Ok lastly, this is just a theory and our opinion, but I want to tell
you about when it’s best to book your flights in order to
potentially get the best price for your flight.
We call it the 3 stage rule. We believe that there are 3 types of
ways that people book their flights; the first is the Early Doors.
These people will book as soon as the flights become available or
a year in advance no matter what… they will always do this. The
second is the Middle Man, these people know where they want to
go and when but in no rush to book and will book around 4-6
months before the flight is due to depart. Then there is the third,
The Stragglers, these people always leave the flight till the last
minute or even a month before but will not budge on the dates
they want.

Airlines, we believe know this and you will find that when the
flights first become available, they will be at quite a high price as
we believe that they know the early birds will pay and book no
matter what. (Early Doors)
The prices then can drop in the middle, a few months before the
flight departs to fill up the plane. (Middle Man)
Again, airlines potentially know that there will always be the late
bookings where people will need to get on the plane no matter
what, so push prices up again as people will still pay. (The
Stragglers)
Please Note: The best thing to do is not book too early or too late
and check through each airline that fly’s to your destination. Pick
a date, but be flexible, as you may see the day that you would
like to fly is say £100 more than a date 3 days later. Do your Re-
Search and possibly save yourself some spending money!
We hope this has given you some helpful guidance when
searching through and booking your flight. Our theory is our own
through personal experience, but why don’t you give it a try?!

Looking to Move Abroad? Check Out Blue
Mizu’s Top 7 Countries With The Best Climate
GREECE
Nestled in between the Aegean Seas and the Mediterranean,
Greece has one of the best climates on the planet, with hot, dry
summers and mild winters with not a lot of rainfall at all.
Northern Greece experiences its fair share of cold, snowy winters
but this is mostly in the mountain regions. Greece has fantastic
views and real character throughout.

CYPRUS
Lying right in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, the small
island of Cyprus has of course a Mediterranean climate, with
warm to hot summers almost 8-9 months of the year and very
mild winters. In fact Cyprus has the warmest winters of all the
Mediterranean countries. Snowfall only occurs here up in the
Mountains in the centre of the Island.
ITALY

Italy has something for everyone and has a variety of climates
throughout the country, including a Mediterranean warm climate
along the coastlines, and a continental climate in the central and
northern parts of the country. Where the altitudes are higher,
winters can be cold and harsh, with lots of snowfall; however
summers are hot in Italy. The coastal areas have hot summers
and very mild winters.
SPAIN
Spain has a Mediterranean like climate which covers most of
Spain, however the weather can be more extreme than your
other Mediterranean countries mentioned above. Spain does have
very hot summers but winters can be very cold and harsh, the

driest part of the country seems to be the South East, the
coastline itself does not experience any dry spells.
PORTUGAL
As a whole, Portugal is one of the warmest European countries
about. You will find the southern region is warmer and drier than
the northern parts, which can be a bit cooler and rainy. Summer
temperatures average around 95 degrees. Winter temperatures
rarely dip below 35 degrees, though snow falls high in the
northern mountains. A big plus is the country can receive up to
3200 hours of sunshine a year.

BAHAMAS
The Bahamas have never felt temperatures going below freezing,
and rarely see the temperature drop to as low as 38F for a couple
of hours during a cold snap. When looking at the warmest to the
coldest time of year there is only 12 degrees difference. The only
real difference between seasons here is the rainfall. Please note
hurricanes can occur here and swipe over 700 Islands that cover
the whole of the Bahamas.
NEW ZEALAND

Placed in the southern hemisphere very close to Australia is New
Zealand. The country has mild temperatures and moderately high
rainfall. Auckland, New Zealand's biggest city, receives more than
2,000 hours of sunshine every year throughout the country. New
Zealand's climate is dominated by two main geographical
features: the mountains and the sea, with spectacular views all
round.

Our Top 8… 18-30’s Holiday Destinations
Ok, so what’s hot this summer and looking like the most popular
places to go for the 18-30 party animals?! Have a look at this to
get you in the mood:
NUMBER 1 - San Antonio – IBIZA!

Some might say the place to be seen! Ibiza has always been
known for its clubbing scene, home to some of the most famous
clubs and DJ’s in the music industry. Aside from this, they also
have some stunning beaches for all different types of people
including the rich and famous, those looking for a bit of peace
and tranquility and also those that like to get the sun on even the
most intimate parts of their body!
NUMBER 2 - Ayia Napa – CYPRUS!

So why does everyone rave on about Napa?! It has to be because
of the gorgeous sandy beaches and the number of bars and clubs
there are to choose from! It literally has something for everyone.
Water World Waterpark is amazing and has to be visited by all
that go to Ayia Napa. With over 50 bars, more than ten
nightclubs, loads of restaurants and places to grab a quick bite
whilst you’re on your pub crawl, it’s a must visit for the 18-30’s.
NUMBER 3 - Malia – CRETE!

So Malia is most probably the liveliest party resort in the whole of
Crete. You can see why it’s in the top 8 for the 18-30’s crowd
because you can get drunk on cheap booze and party till the early
hours with no one even battering an eyelid! Very popular place
for stag and hen do’s with loads of bars, clubs, restaurants,
karaoke and even strippers in some nightclubs.
NUMBER 4 - Kardamena – KOS!

Kardamena … let’s just say visiting during the day is very
different to visiting at night! The place comes across as tame but
don’t be fooled! When the sun goes down it turns into party
central. All the youngsters head to Bar Street where you will find
tons of bars clubs and places to eat. Definitely a recommendation
if you’re looking for time to chill during the day and then have a
wild time at night!
NUMBER 5 - Sunny Beach – BULGARIA!

Ok so this is a new one for us! Never visited but apparently is
extremely popular with the younger crowd! If you’re looking for a
place to really let your hair down and go mental this summer, this
sounds like a good place to start. With no set closing time, a lot
of the pubs and clubs stay open until you see the sun come up!
Sunny Beach is also famous for a lot of outdoor events if you
prefer to party on the beach! A must see even for us!

NUMBER 6 - Kavos – CORFU!

Although Kavos is a smallish party place, it makes up for it in
many other ways! A lot of people come back year after year cos
they’ve had such a great time. Because it isn’t that big, you’re
more likely to make friends, boyfriends and girlfriends easier!
Although a lot of places in Kavos love playing RnB, there are
many other pubs and clubs on the strip that will play garage,
house, chart music, summer tunes so there will be somewhere for
you to dance the night away to your favourites here!
NUMBER 7 - Magaluf – MAJORCA!

Magaluf really isn’t the place for lightweights! It’s been popular
with the 18-30’s for a long time and we can see why! Loads of
places to mingle and meet people (most popular being outside in
BCM square!) Then when you want the hustle and bustle head to
the main strip where you will find loads of bars playing all
different types of music. You will get dragged here there and
everywhere by the reps giving you free shots and drinks!
And last but not least…
NUMBER 8 - Laganas – ZANTE!

If you’re a party animal visiting Zante you need to stay in
Laganas. It has the biggest beach/bay on the island perfect for
when you finish clubbing and want to pass out in the sun or pick
up a trip on a booze cruise! The colourful main strip has many
bars and clubs with a different selection of music for everyone!
These mainly get going after midnight but there are also a few
more bars etc on the beachfront of Laganas if you need a more
chilled night!
So that’s our top 8 holiday destinations for you 18-30’s that are
looking for a mental summer holiday! Whichever one you pick,
you are guaranteed to come back with a smile on your face!

Amazing “Adult Only” Resorts!
Jade Mountain – St Lucia
Jade Mountain, perched high above the 600 acre beach resort of
Anse Chastanet is St Lucia’s only resort hotel that has fantastic
views of Gros Piton & the Piti Mountains. The bedrooms here are

outstanding with infinity pools, huge sweeping open spaces and
bathrooms with phenomenal views of the Caribbean coastline. A
must see!
Travaasa Austin – Texas
A really cool resort set in its own nature preserve on a hilltop
amongst woodland canyons this place is really something. This
being Texas's most active destination resort and spa, offers
guests a fascinating choice of inclusive guided adventures,
cooking classes, spa treatments, fitness and wellness workshops
and much more all located in a gorgeous relaxing setting.

Excellence Playa Mujeres – Cancun
This luxury all inclusive resort is situated on a 2 mile stretch of
white sand and is extremely secluded making its setting just
stunning. This adult only resort boasts 9 restaurants, a world
class spa and with their list of all inclusive activities on land and
at sea, ensures you won’t have time to be bored on your luxury
break. They offer a number of rooms and suites, some with direct
pool access (swim up suite) complimentary mini bar and 24 hour
room service, you can’t go wrong!

Grand Hotel Residencia – Gran Canaria
This is the only resort in the Canary Islands to receive the highest
possible hotel classification; “Gran Lujo” which equates to the
award of a 6th
star. Here you will be offered luxury and comfort in
a hotel that meets your every requirement. An exclusive spa and
wellness centre, excellent cuisine created by prestigious chefs
and tastefully decorated rooms and suites are just to give you a
taster of what you will be treated to at this hotel!

The Royal Savoy Hotel – Sharm El Sheik
The Royal Savoy Hotel and Villas offer stunning views of the Red
Sea, set amongst intimate and private lovely landscaped grounds.
Guests can enjoy the use of 3 private swimming pools and
separate area on the beach. For all guests staying at this fabulous
hotel, you are met at the airport and chauffer driven in a
limousine to The Royal Savoy’s private entrance and greeted with
a drink! From then on you will feel the warmth and hospitality
that this place has to offer and you will not leave disappointed,

they will cater for your every need… Fancy a romantic meal on
the beach... yup they will organize it … Don’t want housekeeping
to come until the evening… yup they will organize it, this hotel
really is a real treat!
Go on…. pack your bags and jet off to your favourite one!

Blue Mizu’s Top 6 Family Holiday Ideas!
The First 3 – In the UK ….
Family Friendly working farms
If your kids love animals, they would have the best time staying
somewhere like this! A lot of the family friendly farms allow the
kids to get stuck in to real life on a farm and get up close and
personal with the farmyard animals. The majority of places to
stay are self-catering cottages and some with communal
swimming pools, adventure playgrounds and lots of things to
keep them entertained! Here’s a link to one site to give you an
idea of prices and where you can find these farms!
http://www.awaywiththekids.co.uk/child-friendly/farm

Family Boating Holiday
Family boating holidays can be great as you can hire narrow
boats from all over the country and you have miles and miles of
waterways to choose from! Kids will love it as it is a different
method of travelling, you can moor up and feed the ducks, stop
off at all different spots where they have nature trails, family
pubs with play areas, all sorts!
If you’re new to canal boat holidays take a look at this company:
http://www.wanderingduck.co.uk/blog/family/canal-boat-
holidays-with-children/

Family Friendly Festivals
Festivals are great because not only is there stuff for the kids,
there is also an outlet for the adults! Family friendly festivals
have big sections dedicated just for the children with all sorts of
stuff to keep them occupied. One of our favourites has to be the
Cornbury Festival in Oxfordshire. They have lots of activities

including clay making, circus skills, puppet shows etc. If a big
group of you goes, you can take it in turns, some of you watch
the kids in the kids section while the others have a break and go
and listen to some live music.
Check out the link below for all family friendly festivals coming
up:
http://www.netmums.com/activities/g/family-friendly-festivals-
2015

The Next 3 – Around Europe….
Brittany, France
This place is perfect for kids, it has everything they could ask for
in a holiday; gorgeous beaches and coastline, camp sites, water
parks, theme parks, sailing trips, lots and lots of activities to keep
them occupied. One place we recommend you visit is The
Auberge des Voyajoueurs. A unique place that holds over 400
games from all over the world and everyone can play in a friendly
and lively environment. You can spend the day here with the kids
and even stay here, if you and your family love playing games
you will love it here!
Check out their video:

Alicante, Spain
If your children will love to stay somewhere unique and not just a
hotel, take them to Casa Del Mundo just 30 minutes from
Alicante. This resort have put together some of the coolest
accommodations from around the world! Fancy sleeping in a
wooden gypsy caravan? An African safari lodge? Or even an
Indonesian Gazebo?! With a restaurant, children’s play area and a
swimming pool, you have everything you need on hand for your
family glamping holiday.

http://www.casadelmundo.nl/english/

Algarve, Portugal
The Quintassential Holiday Apartment Cottages are
perfect for a family getaway in the sun. On a hilltop with
amazing views out to sea you will feel relaxed and away
from the hustle and bustle, even though you are only a 10
minute drive from the beach. They have a fenced in
swimming pool for peace of mind for you parents, children’s
play area with swings, slide, wendy house, toddler
trampoline, even a BBQ and hot tub for the adults! Take a
look at their website to see what else they have on offer for
you at these great cottages:
http://quintassential.com/

So there’s Blue Mizu’s list of unique family holidays… a little
different to your normal caravan holiday at the seaside in
the UK or just a hotel somewhere in the sun, we hope it has
shown you what else is out there for you and your family!

The Big 7 Wonders of the World!
Christ the Redeemer – Rio De Janeiro - Brazil
Number 1 on the List is the Statue of Jesus Christ made from
reinforced concrete and soapstone. You can visit him in Rio De
Janeiro – BRAZIL. The statue was built between 1922 and 1931.
Christ the Redeemer sits on top of Corcovado Mountain.
(2300ft)This is a must see.
The Taj Mahal – Agra – India

Number 2 on the list is the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is
considered to be one of India’s most admired works of art,
as well as a tourist attraction and famous landmark that
draws millions of visitors every year. It was built as the final
resting place for Mumtaz Mahal, the third wife of Mughal
emperor Shah Jahan.
The Great Wall – CHINA
Number 3 on the list is the Great Wall of China estimated at
over 5500 Miles in length and built to defend the Chinese
Empire from Mongolian and Manchu enemies to the north.
The longest wall in the world and some believe that you can
see the wall from space.

The Pyramids – Giza – Egypt
Number 4 on the List are the world famous Pyramids of
Egypt. For over 3800 years the Great Pyramid of Giza was
the tallest man made structure in the world! Bodies placed
in the tombs were preserved by mummification. The
Pyramids often contain multiple chambers and passages.
Machu Picchu – Cusco - Peru

Number 5 on the list is Machu Picchu, found high up in the
Mountains of Peru. Tucked away in the rocky countryside
northwest of Cuzco, Peru, Machu Picchu is believed to have
been a royal estate or sacred religious site for Inca leaders.
The civilization was virtually wiped out by Spanish invaders
in the 16th century.
Petra – Jordan
Number 6 on the list is Petra also known as “The Lost City.”
A few films have been filmed here such as Indiana Jones,
Transformers, Mortal Kombat and Arabian Nights.
Among the Petra's amazing architecture, The Treasury is the
most popular. It is estimated to be over 2,000 years old. Petra is
home to over 800 carved tombs.

Chichen Itza – Yucatan – Mexico
Number 7 last but not least we have the amazing Chichen
Itza which is swamped in History. Each face of the four-
sided structure has a stairway with ninety-one steps, which
together with the shared step of the platform at the top, add
up to 365, the number of days in a year. However, this is
not the only strange fact about Chichen Itza…

Blue Mizu’s Favourite Beach Resorts From
Around The World
Discovery Shores Boracay – Philippines
http://www.discoveryhotels-resorts.com/
The Beach here is around 2 and a half miles long and is known as
the White Beach, people say it’s the softest sand in the world, we
have been and we agree. The Complex never gets too busy as it
only holds only 88 suites, some of which include your own private
Jacuzzi. The water is stunning whether it’s to have a swim in the
infinity pool or hop on a jet ski and ride the Sibuyan Sea. Want to
watch the world go by, head to the Sandbar, where you can get
all sorts of exotic cocktails.

Lizard Island Resort - Great Barrier Reef – Australia
http://www.lizardisland.com.au/
With accommodation here only holding up to 40 couples you can
imagine how peaceful it is. The Great Barrier Reef has 24 beaches
that fringe around it, so you’re spoilt for choice. We would say
that Lizard Island is in its own league and really would be a trip
you would never forget. Booking an Anchor Bay Suite will give
you a direct pathway to the beach. You can count on sunset
cruises, candlelit diners and complimentary gourmet picnic
baskets.
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora – French Polynesia

http://www.fourseasons.com/borabora/
From the picture above you can see the amazing overwater
bungalows accommodation. Four Seasons also has 107 different
rooms scattered along the lagoon and beach strip so there is
plenty of choice to choose from. The views here are outstanding
of the south pacific sea and Mount Oteman and Mount Pahia
gazing back at you.
Capella Pedregal - Los Cabos - Mexico
http://www.theresortatpedregal.com/
To get to this spectacular hotel you must plunge through a 1000
foot long tunnel drilled through the mountain rock. The Hotel has
96 rooms overlooking this outstanding beach. Just to name a few
of its unique qualities are the oceanfront spa, private plunge
pools and a giant infinity pool to name a few. You can also grab a
boat trip to Lands’ End and El Arco, Bliss.

The Reefs Hotel & Club – Southampton - Bermuda
http://www.thereefs.com/
The family – friendly two – and three bedroom condos come with
fire pits, a separate entrance to the Reefs secluded beach and
your very own infinity – edge pool. Cottages and Suites are also
available, all rooms are nestled among limestone cliffs and the
private beach has beautiful pinkish sand. If you can, request a
West Facing Room so you get phenomenal views of Bermuda’s
Atlantic sunsets.
Koa Kea Hotel & Resort – Kauai – Hawaii

http://www.koakea.com/
This gorgeous resort on Kauai’s Poipu Beach holds 121 rooms
which is perfect for a quiet retreat. The Resort has been
constructed in a U-shape around the outside pool and the whole
feel is much more intimate than the mega resorts nearby. Nice
little fact for you all, on plenty of warm days here, endangered
Hawaiian monk seals climb up onto the sand to sunbathe. P.S The
rooms here are more than 5 stars in our book!

Blue Mizu’s Unusual City Breaks!
Salta – Argentina
Arguably Argentina’s most beautiful city! The city itself is at the
foot of the Andes and is an awesome place for tourists. One thing
not to be missed is getting the ‘Train to the Clouds’ A ride that
takes you 4220 feet above sea level where you get to see the
stunning landscape that surrounds Argentina. Visit a winery!
Salta is famous for producing some of the finest wines in the
country. Lastly take in some of Ancient Argentina, the Archeology
Museum and a trip to the ancient ruins. With all of this there is
plenty to keep you occupied in Salta.

Reims – France
A city that lies in the Champagne-Ardenne region of France is
Reims. Quite a compact city enabling you to get to most places
on foot, however with the buses, tram line and trains you can
jump on and get pretty much anywhere, even a day trip to Paris
if you like! A few things you must do whilst here; A visit to the
13th
Century Cathedral of Notre Damn, A champagne tour for
those of you that love bubbles and eat in at least one of the
Michelin Star restaurants!
Bologna – Italy – Home of The Bolognaise!

Bologna, the seventh most popular city in Italy and famous for its
cuisine! If you like exploring new places this is a good place to
go. Some of the must sees; Piazza Maggiore – The heart of the
town, beautifully lit at night, take a stroll through and sit in one
of the many cafés taking in the atmosphere. Visit the medieval
market in the streets of Quadrilatero and sample some traditional
pastas and wine. There are lots of historical places to visit not to
mention the shopping if you love Italian Fashion!
Reykjavik – Iceland
A lot of people wouldn’t think to visit Iceland for a city break, but
it really is something; a small city with amazing scenery and
historic culture. Because the city is so small you will get around it
in a day, but the day trips you can get from Reykjavik are
awesome. Go and see the northern lights, take a trip out on the
ocean to see some whales, go and see the volcanoes, you can
even soak in the healing waters of the Blue Lagoon! It’s a great
place to visit with lots of things to do in and around Reykjavik.

Ljubljana – Slovenia
Ljubljana is the capital and largest city of Slovenia and is midway
between the Alps and the Med. The streets of Ljubljana are
compact and therefore easy to find your way around on foot. Set
on a river, you can grab a boat ride on the water and see
fantastic views of the mountains and the city. It has lots of
historic buildings and a castle overlooking the city – Definitely
worth a visit.

Romantic UK Breaks – The Companies We
Recommend!
Are you looking to surprise your loved one with a romantic break
away? Do they have a birthday or anniversary coming up? Or are
you feeling nice and just fancy treating them?!

Check out the links below and the reasons we recommend you
book through these companies.
Forest Holidays
http://www.forestholidays.co.uk/types-of-holiday/couples-
holidays
If you’re looking to book a log cabin, treehouse, hot tub holiday
or even a treehouse with a hot tub! Forest Holidays offer them
all. If that’s the type of romantic break you are looking for, we
are confident you will find it here!
Secret Escapes
http://www.secretescapes.com/romantic/filter?gce_mn=1

We love Secret Escapes. Not only do they have some unique and
quirky hotels, they also seem to know about the most luxurious
hotels around the UK. And the best part… they always have sales
on!
Mr and Mrs Smith
http://www.mrandmrssmith.com/destinations/united-kingdom
Although this website always reminds us of the movie with Brad
Pitt! It is a really cool site with a huge selection of UK (and
around the world) hotels perfect for romantic breaks. If you’re
looking for inspiration on where to go, they have put together
their own Mr & Mrs Smith hotel collection to make it easier for
you.

Skye Cottages
http://www.sykescottages.co.uk/romantic-cottages.html
You guessed it in the name; this company is all about cottages.
Here you will find all different types of cottages; by the beach,
with a swimming pool, with a games room, open fires, the list
goes on. You are sure to find your dream romantic cottage
getaway here.

Unique Home Stays
http://www.uniquehomestays.com/unique-escapes.asp
We recommend unique homestays to book your break with as
they not only have a huge array of places for you to stay, they
cater for everyone. If you want to bring your dog, they have dog
friendly retreats. If you’re into art they have a selection of
inspirational painting holiday breaks in gorgeous locations. They
also have eco-friendly properties!
So if romance is in the air…whatever type of break takes your
fancy, you will be in great hands going through any of these
companies we recommend!

Blue Mizu’s Top 5 Ski Resorts
Whistler Blackcomb – CANADA
http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/
These massive mountains provide the greatest skiing experience
in North America, if not the world. Whistler’s charming village
offers everything skiers and snowboarder’s lust: Cafes and bars,
over 100 restaurants that range from Chinese, Greek, Italian,
French, Mexican, Mediterranean and Thai.

Kitzbuhel – AUSTRIA
http://www.kitzbuehel.com/en
Kitzbuhel is spoken about as the “Pearl of the Alps” and is
considered the most famous holiday resort in the Austrian Tyrol.
What you get when you come to this village to stay is a real
traditional feel and charm of an Alpine village; Skiing dates back
here all the way since 1892.
Zermatt – SWITZERLAND

http://www.zermatt.ch/en/
The first thing we noticed about this beautiful place is that it is so
peaceful here, mostly because it’s completely a car free zone! The
views here are breath taking. Zermatt also has the world’s
second largest Ski Lift – served vertical drop, cool huh.
Vail – COLORADO
http://www.vail.com/
Vail ski resort is massive; it covers in total 5,300 acres of skiable
terrain. Vail is so popular within the USA not just for its skiing but
for all the activities it offers, such as ballooning, ice skating, dog
sledding, hockey, snowmobiling, museums and galleries, and

that’s just to count a few. So you can see why this particular ski
resort is so desirable.
Chamonix – Mont – Blanc – FRANCE
http://www.chamonix.com/welcome,0,en.html
Let’s start off by saying that Mont-Blanc is one of the world’s well
known Mountains and so is Chamonix Ski Resort at the foot of it.
It held the first ever Winter Olympic Games in 1924 and holds
bragging rights for the devastating vertical drop of 9,209 feet.
Also, let’s not forget, one of the world’s longest runs.
Check out this awesome skiing video to get you in the mood!

Travel Insurance – How To Buy Good Travel
Insurance and Who Are The Best Companies
To Go With?
A lot of people think they might not need travel insurance when
they go on holiday and they couldn’t be more wrong! It covers
you for a multitude of things not just sickness….if your flight is
cancelled, if you have to fly home for an emergency, if something
is stolen, it really is worth paying that little bit extra for.
When buying travel insurance the first thing to look out for is the
coverage limit on your medical expenses. This is not something
you want to go cheap on, in case you have an accident, so make
sure you check how much they cover you for, before paying for
it!

A really good policy will include the following things:
 Cover any legal costs that may occur
 If the company you book through goes bankrupt while you
are abroad, you have financial protection
 Cover you for illness and injury
 Cover the majority of countries in the world
 Cover emergency situations in case you need to fly home
 Cover cancellations; flight, hotel etc
 Coverage for your electronics (this maybe minimal and give
you an option to increase to as much as you want)
 24 HR emergency services
 Cover stolen, damaged or lost items; jewelry/baggage etc
If the policy you are looking at doesn’t cover at least these
points then don’t go with them!
Travel Insurance Companies, who do you go with?
So most people know to go to either GO COMPARE or
MONEY SUPERMARKET to compare the best travel insurance
deals. These are still pretty good and will give you the
cheapest rates available, but just be careful that you are
covered for everything mentioned above in any policy that
you pick.

Here are some that you may not of heard of before, that
specialize in certain areas….
These are experts in pre-existing medical condition cover,
have a UK contact centre and can offer single trip cover for
up to 100 days.
http://www.staysure.co.uk/travel-insurance
You would think these are for pet insurance wouldn’t you!
But they are a travel insurance company that has been
around for over 30 years and even offer free cover on over
100 sports and activities. So if you’re going on a sporting
holiday these maybe worth a look!
http://www.topdoginsurance.co.uk/

These offer very competitive rates and pride themselves on
it! They offer Economy, Standard and Premier cover so you
are sure to find something that’s right for you with them.
They even cover you for Redundancy!
http://www.bigbluecover.com/
Although Liverpool Victoria cover not only travel insurance,
they are YouGov’s most recommended insurer (YouGov is
the most quoted authoritative measure of public opinion and
consumer behavior.) They have been rated 4.7 out of 5
based on reviews in the last 12 months and you can tailor
your cover to suit your needs with their optional extras. A
definite contender!
http://www.lv.com/travel-insurance

This is a great company because not only do they offer
travel insurance, they are concerned with keeping travelers
safe on their trips by providing language guides for iPhones
and travel blogs for people to share their stories! Keeping
you informed and educated on your travels. Every year they
even offer travel scholarships!
https://www.worldnomads.com/travel-insurance
We hope that gives you a bit more insight into travel
insurance and how important it is to have it! Don’t
forget, do your research as sometimes the cheapest is
not always the best and even those companies you
have never heard of could, have just the right level of
cover you need! You don’t want to end up looking like
this with no way of paying for it!

Ultimate Holiday Checklist
So although this may seem like a silly thing to write a list for,
trust us, there is always something you forget when you’re going
on your summer holiday. Most things you will be able to buy
when you get to your destination, but at a price! So follow our
holiday checklist and have peace of mind you haven’t forgotten
the important stuff!
 Passport
 Money
 Tickets
 Visas if needed
 EHIC Card
 Plastic bag for your liquids on the plane!
 Hotel confirmation
 Car/coach confirmation
 Sunglasses
 Reading glasses
 A watch?!
 Hat
 Belt
 Flip Flops

 Swimwear
 Beach towel
 Beach bag
 Sun cream
 After Sun
 Clothes + cardigan/jacket if it gets chilly
 Pajamas
 Dress jewelry
 Evening handbag
 Toothbrush & Toothpaste
 Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel
 Sponge / Flannel
 Nail varnish & remover
 Razor & shaving foam
 Deodorant / aftershave / perfume
 Hairdryer
 Straighteners
 Bite Cream
 Mosquito deterrent / plugs for your room
 Pain Killers
 Make up and make up remover
 Hairbrush and hair clips
 Hairspray / Hair Gel
 Phone charger
 Travel Plugs
 Camera + Charger
 Travel Iron
One last thing to remember – weigh your suitcase before
you leave your house! The last thing you need is getting to
the airport and realizing you are way over on your weight
allowance and you have to pay a fortune!

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