The swimming here is good, as are the low-key, breezy eateries.

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Nokia really does look different now, and has coupled its hardware strength with an OS that is swimming in good design and UI principles.

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But, aside from the lack of pools, swimming in Britain is in good condition.

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The most dangerous thing I tried there was swimming in the ocean, which I've heard on good authority is full of sharks.

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It is good company to keep as Phelps sets up his post-swimming life with sponsors.

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Doctors, however, aren't so convinced that these plunges are good for you, noting that there is no solid evidence of any physical health benefits associated with swimming in freezing cold water.

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