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Christmas, spring break, and summer are peak seasons for a Caribbean luxury travel vacation. The sunny Caribbean with its picturesque landscapes provides the best locations for a luxury travel vacation during the peak seasons. Be it natural beauty, cultural and historical sites, exotic spa experiences, or adventure safaris and water sports, the Caribs offer the best of them.

Jamaica with its all-inclusive resorts such as Couples Ocho Rios and the exclusive super-luxe and glamorous hotels like Ritz-Carlton Rose Hall Resort & Spa leads the pack for a luxury travel vacation during peak seasons. The Dominican Republic, surrounded by immense natural beauty, soaring mountain peaks and rainforests is the ideal place for an adventure filled vacation. Bavaro and Punta Cana in the southeast attract the maximum visitors who flock the shop fronts for amber jewelry.

The enchanting island of Barbados also called “Little England” lures visitors with its British colonial charm and Bajan hospitality. Golfers love the golf course here while the natural harbor attracts yachtsmen. Turks and Caicos mesmerize visitors with miles of sandy beaches and deep blue waters. Apart from natural beauty, the islands also offer several facilities such as casinos, golf, and luxury resorts. The Providenciales is the most developed among the group of islands.

The Bahamas offers visitors casinos a la Las Vegas and numerous theme parks at its biggest tourist attraction, the Atlantis Paradise Island Resort and Casino, a mega hotel complex on Paradise Island. Mustique and Palm are two private and exclusive islands in the St. Vincent and Grenadines. For years, Bermuda has been a favored destination among the wealthy and it has always offered pure luxury vacations to visitors with its colonial backdrop, romantic sunsets, and pristine beaches.

Those with a taste for luxury find the Virgin Islands irresistible with its natural harbor and opulent hotels like The Ritz-Carlton and Wyndham Sugar Bay Resort and Spa.  During peak seasons, visitors should plan and book luxury vacations and spa services in advance to avoid disappointment. Visitors should opt for resorts with facilities for shopping, casinos, nightlife either in-house or nearby.

Threading, waxing, plucking, laser, depilatories, electrolysis and shaving… ouch!  So many types of hair removal and so little time to decide which one will work for you.  The least expensive and least painful choice will always be shaving but you might be worried about the potential side effects especially in your delicate pubic area.  Here are some of the potential problems you may encounter while shaving your bikini line and how to avoid them:

1. Razor burn is the skin irritation often caused by a blunt razor or incorrect shaving techniques.  It is usually presents as a rash that shows up a day or two after shaving.

2. Ingrown hairs, also known as razor bumps, are red raised bumps on the skin where the hair has curled back into the skin after shaving and it is not uncommon for the bumps to become painful and inflamed. 

3. Razor nicks occur when the skin being shaved is cut by the sharp blade of the razor or by pressing or scraping the razor too hard against the skin.

The best way of treating these common side affects of shaving is by preventing them.  You can do this by:

* Purchasing perfume and dye free shaving products that are made for the thin skin of the pubic area. 

* Taking a long soak in the tub to soften hair before shaving.

* Cleaning your razor with alcohol after shaving to kill any lingering bacteria.

* Exfoliating the pubic area after bathing but before shaving.  Exfoliate gently every day in the shower whether you shave that day or not.

* Using a clear, moisturizing shaving cream or foam so you can see where you are going and reapplying as needed while shaving.

* Using a fresh razor blade and replace it as often as needed while shaving. 

* Shaving every other day for the first few weeks; then switch to daily shaving.

If prevention is not an option and you are itching or in pain then help skin heal by:

* Refraining from shaving until skin has healed.

* Cleaning the pubic skin gently with mild soap and following this with an astringent formula that contains salicylic acid.

* Applying a cream of one percent hydrocortisone or one that includes aloe vera to reduce redness, pain and irritation.

* Moisturize the area every day with a dye and perfume free formula.

* Brew chamomile tea bags, let them cool and apply to the irritated skin.  Leave them on for ten minutes or more, remove and discard the tea bags and pat skin dry.

See a doctor if these steps don’t work and skin is still irritated and painful after a few days.  Follow your doctor’s recommendations and continue to refrain from shaving until your skin has healed.

Using the right products and techniques will make bikini line shaving easier and problem free. You’ll look great wearing that new lingerie or that teeny, tiny bikini you just bought for the beach.

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The occasion of marriage is a special one for any person. In India, it is considered a highly sacred bond. An Indian woman regards the day of her marriage as the most important day in her life. To make this special day perfect, preparations go on for months on end in Indian households. Jewelry plays a very important role in Indian weddings. An Indian bride is usually decked up from head to toe in beautiful jewelry that complements her attire and her personality.

Typically, an Indian bride uses the following ornaments:

Maangtika or tiara: The tiara, called the Maangtika in Hindi, is used to adorn the centre forehead parting of the bride. Maangtikas are now available in different styles and colors. Usually, for bridal wear, a Maangtika with a decorative centre piece is preferred, with a long string. In the modern times, tiaras in the form of crowns are also being used.

Hair accessories: The trend of using hair accessories is getting highly popular in today’s times. It is fast becoming a fashion statement. The hair accessories should co-ordinate with the attire of the bride. If the bride’s dress is studded with diamonds, hair accessories encrusted with diamonds can be used. Pearl headgear and silver hairpins are also in vogue in the fashion world. In certain communities in India, elaborate headgear made of flowers is used as part of bridal wear.

Earrings: Earrings are available in every imaginable style and color. They range from small, delicate ones to dangling, heavy ones. Earrings are available in different metals and using different gemstones or pearls. Nowadays, the trend is to wear earrings covering the whole ear. Brides typically wear earrings that are attached to a chain, which is hooked in the hair.

Nose ring: The nose ring traditionally worn by Indian brides is in the form of a ring, which is attached to a chain that is hooked in the hair. It is called ‘Nath’ in Hindi. In certain castes, the nose ring is worn without the chain. With the changing fashions, the nose ring is also undergoing a change. It is now available in different styles and is fast becoming a fashion statement.

Necklace: The necklace is the most versatile piece of bridal jewelry in today’s times. It is available in a variety of styles and colors. The type of necklace is chosen depending upon the neckline of the bride’s dress as well as the color and pattern. According to fashion experts, a long necklace would look good with a deep neck, while a choker would suit a smaller neckline.

Armbands: An armband is called ‘Bajubandh’ in Hindi. It is also a widely used piece of bridal jewelry, which is worn on the upper part of the arms.

Bangles: The bangles are one of the most important part of a bride’s attire. A variety of bangles made of different metals and studded with different gemstones and pearls is available in the market today. Nowadays, bracelets are becoming popular as bridal wear.

Finger rings: Finger rings are also one of the most important pieces of bridal jewelry. There are a number of styles available in the market in case of rings. Like other jewels, rings are also available in different metals, colors and gemstones. Generally, finger rings are worn on the ring fingers. However, finger rings can be worn on several fingers, as per the preference of the bride.

Ring bracelet: A ring bracelet is a bracelet that is attached to finger rings by way of chains. It is a custom in certain castes in India to wear ring bracelets.

Summary: – The choice of bridal jewelry is one of the most important considerations in an Indian wedding. It is necessary that the jewelry be suitable to the bride’s personality and well-coordinated so that the bride looks her best on her special day.

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