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Aug
2

Top 5 Pool Party Songs for Adults

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Summer = parties almost all the time! And no party is a party without awesome music blaring from the radio. Though we like the classics, it’s time we give the Piña Colada song a rest and bring in some up-to-date tunes. Starting with #5, here are our Top 5 Pool Party Songs:

  1. Where Them Girls At (David Guetta feat. Nikka Minaj and Flo Rida) – A great combination of express rap, pulsing beats, autotune and sultry bridge, this song is a definite party theme.
  1. The Lazy Song (Bruno Mars) – Can’t get enough monkeying around? Let Bruno Mars show you how to really spend the hot days of summer. Upload this song to your iPod and play it while lounging on a float.
  1. Last Friday Night (Katy Perry) – A weekend is never too long. And for the weekend revelers who can’t get enough of the fun, this is the perfect song to play at a pool party. With its upbeat melody and quirky lyrics, it’ll bring out the carefree nature of just about anyone.
  1. Don’t Wanna Go Home (Jason DeRulo) – With its throbbing beat and cool Day-O hook, Jason DeRulo’s tune will get everyone dancing like there’s no tomorrow.
  1. Party Rock Anthem (LMFAO) – The title says it all. ‘Nuff said.

Get your swimming gear ready and enjoy the HOT days of summer!

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Jul
15

Pool Party! Theme Ideas

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Summer is often synonymous with partying. When it comes to having a pool party, you don’t need to spend endless hours scouting for decorations. For this reason, a pool party is perhaps one of the easiest parties to organize. Here is some great inspiration for this year’s (or this weekend’s) pool party extravaganza:

  • Beach Party: If you can’t go to the beach, why not bring the beach to you? That is, by decorating your pool with beachy essentials! With some sand (purchase from a hardware store), umbrellas and seashells, you can turn your backyard pool into a REAL backyard ocean! Don’t forget the hotdogs, hamburgers and lemonade!
  • Movie Night Pool Party: Fans of drive-in movies will love this movie-themed pool party. Pop in a cool movie and project it onto a large white sheet or screen. Bring out your pool floats and loungers for your guests and serve popcorn and drink.
  • Spa and Swim: Pool parties can be both fun and relaxing. With the right spa equipment and accessories, you can have a pool party especially for the ladies. Hire a spa salon service from your area and enjoy a day filled relaxing massages, pretty mani-pedi and refreshing drinks. And oh yeah, the gents can come too.

Enjoy summer to the fullest by throwing a pool party for family and friends. Bring out loads of food and refreshments and kick off  your shoes for a day of hot summer fun!

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Jun
7

Choosing Swimming Aids for Children

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Teaching your kids how to swim is not only gives them a valuable skill, it’s also loads of fun! An essential tool for introducing children to the wonderful world of swimming is to provide them with inflatable arm bands or other swimming aids for kids.

Whether you have an above ground pool with even flooring or an in-ground swimming pool with a sloping floor, these swimming aids are essential for your child’s safety and learning process. Swimming aids are chosen according to the age and physical requirements of your child. Here are the types of swimming aids and the basic considerations for choosing which one is best for you.

  1. Foam swim belts: Keeping the trunk of the body in the right form while they learn to stroke, these foam swim belts are used to give swimming students better alignment. Great for toddlers and children of all ages.
  2. Arm floats: Every young child learning how to swim must have at least one pair of arm band floats. These arm bands are fitted around the upper arms of the child and inflated by an adult until they are snug on their arms. Suitable for children from 3 to 5 years old, these arm floats allow kids to move freely and safely in the water.
  3. Life vest: Life vests are great for children of all ages. These vests lend learners more buoyancy and give them more confidence when trying to learn a variety of swim strokes.
  4. Kick board: The kick board is designed to help teach children kick properly when learning how to swim. Available in high-density and foam versions, kick boards let the upper body float, allowing the swimmer to focus on his or her legs and kicks.

Invest in your child’s swimming pool safety now with these swimming aids for children!

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May
24

How To Choose A Swimming Pool Lounger

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One of the popular swimming pool accessories on the market are floating pool loungers. In a nutshell, these are simply floaters big enough for you to stretch out on. Using swimming pool loungers are a great way to relax and enjoy your pool at the same time. In these loungers, you can tan, read, listen to music, eat, drink, or even get a massage! Before you go out and buy a pool lounger, read this tips to make sure you get the kind that’s best for you!

  1. How much will you spend? This is always the first question to ask yourself. Your budget will determine the kind of product you will get, so think about it wisely! Generally, better quality items sell for much higher and will often last longer.
  2. What will you use it for? If you’re looking for something to use in your home for years to come, then your best bet would be to get a more expensive item. However, if you’re looking for something that you’ll want to bring with you on vacation and dispose of there, then you’re better off with a cheaper variety.
  3. What material do you prefer? Typically, pool loungers (particularly the inflatable kind) are made of sturdy material such as plastic and vinyl. If you’re willing to spend more, you can also buy non-inflatable foam floaters. The best foam floater in the market? Ensolite foam.
  4. What style do you want? There’s so much variety out there! You can choose from the fun animal-shaped floaters that the kids will love to more sophisticated pool loungers that double as hydro-massagers!

Have fun lounging in the pool!

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May
23

Top 5 Summer Drinks

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There’s nothing like a swig of something cold in the middle of a hot summer day. While there’s a ton of great summer drink recipes out there, let’s take a look at BYO’s 5 favorite summer drinks to sip by the swimming pool:

Fruit Drinks

This summer why not try a combination of fresh fruits and turn them into an agua fresca that you can sip by the pool. Or create a mocktail version of BYO’s favorite tropical cocktail, the Pina Colada!

Lemonade

Add a twist to memories of childhood lemonade stands by tweaking your lemonade with a bit of raspberry or other syrups. Simply mix together your choice syrup, lemonade concentrate, water, lime juice, lemon-lime soda and some crushed ice for some refreshing and bubbly lemonade! To finish off your drink, add a mint leaf and a raspberry to the glass.

Sodas and Floats

Sodas and floats might not be the healthiest of summer drinks, but they sure are tasty! Make a classic root beer float by scooping vanilla ice cream into a tall glass, pouring some root beer over it, and repeating the process until you get to the rim of the glass. Add some whipped cream and a maraschino cherry for a special touch.

Iced Coffee

Make your own mochachino by blending together one cup each of strong coffee and milk, three tablespoons of sugar, and a dash of salt. When thoroughly mixed, add three tablespoons of chocolate syrup and three cups of ice cream and blend until smooth.

Iced Tea

This summer, give that old favorite a kick by adding some peach nectar, flavored syrup or fresh fruit! For more guidance, master chef Bobby Flay has really great suggestions for adults and kids alike!

Drink away the heat with these fantastic summer thirst quenchers!

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