Every traveler is charmed by the cultural and historical richness of Denmark, shaped among other things by the legendary Viking culture. You will undoubtedly be seduced by the beauty of the Danish countryside but also by the kindness, sympathy and warm welcome of its inhabitants. Take the time to discover this flat country with 1000 panoramas by renting bicycles and taking the many cycle paths and bucolic roads that run along the seaside. Calm, friendliness, gentleness and dynamism of its capital are the main qualifiers of Denmark.

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Population: 5.529 million inhabitants Area: 43,096 km² Capital: Copenhagen Language:  Danish Currency: the Danish crown. Regime: constitutional monarchy

Main cities of the country

Copenhagen, Odense, Arthus, Aalborg, Frederiksberg, Esbjerg, Randers, Kolding, Vejle

Jet lag

GMT +0h (winter) +1h (summer)

electricity

220V. Same grip as in France

Telephone

+45

Emergency number

emergencies (fire, police, ambulance): 112

French Embassy in Denmark

Kongens Nytorv 4, DK-1050 Copenhagen K – tel. +45 (33) 670 100; fax +45 (33) 939 752

Danish Embassy in France

77, avenue Marceau 75116 Paris – tel. +33 (0)1 44 31 21 21; fax +33 (0)1 44 31 21 88

When to go / Weather

The climate is relatively the same throughout the year. It is still best to travel to Denmark between May and October, the hottest period. Local events and festivals are an opportunity to visit Denmark.

Budget / Argent

1 Dk = about 0.13 € and 1 € = 7.45 Dk

Credit cards are accepted everywhere as well as travelers checks. Change your euros in exchange offices or in banks.

Accommodation Economic budget: less than 50 €Medium budget: between 50 and 100 €Higher budget: more than 100 €

Catering Economic budget: less than 20 €Average budget: between 20 and 30 €Higher budget: more than 30 €

Unmissable places

Copenhagen: Amalienborg Palace, residence of the royal family located in the heart of Copenhagen. You have to get there before noon to see the changing of the royal guard and the ceremonial ceremony that accompanies it. Stroll on the Stroget, the pedestrian street, in Nyhavn, the old port with colorful houses , in Christiania, the unusual district of the capital, as well as in the many green parks.

Ribe, Denmark’s oldest town, founded in the 9th century. It has beautiful museums dedicated to the ancient Vikings of the region and a beautiful cathedral. You will succumb to the charm of the alleys of the old town where you feel out of time, at the time of the Vikings

Cliffs of the Mons Klint from the top of which you can enjoy a spectacular panorama Egeskov Castle south of Odense and Frederiksborg Castle in Hillerød, two exceptional buildings. Denmark is also a paradise for cyclists who come here by the thousands to discover the most beautiful landscapes of Jutland and explore the 12,000 km of cycle paths in the country. Fortunately Denmark has little relief and cycling through it is very pleasant. More information on the website of the Danish tourist office to prepare your holidays, and go to Bikester.frfor cycling equipment.Discover the wild coast of West Jutland with its magnificent dunes and green landscape. Don’t miss the Wadden Sea National Park with its many bird colonies.

A trip to the United States marks every visitor forever! A country so surprising and magnificent where one encounters a wide variety of landscapes, cultures, climates, etc. A country often synonymous with “success stories” where millions of migrants have come from all over the world to aspire to a better life with just a few dollars in their pockets when they arrive. Each state and each city has its own identity, which makes the charm of the USA. From New York City to San Francisco, via Chicago, Dallas, Las Vegas and Los Angeles , this country will never cease to amaze you wherever you go.

Also go on an adventure in the heart of the United States, more traditional, more authentic with contrasting and breathtaking wild landscapes. It will take much more than a single trip to be able to understand and soak up this country with a thousand facets. Let’s go!

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Population: 308 million inhabitants. Area: 9,363,123 km² Capital: Washington DC Language: English + Spanish in the West of the USA Currency: US dollar Regime: presidential democracy

Entry formalities

Valid passport. No visa for stays of less than 3 months. Obligation to fill out the ESTA, a form that replaces the one that was filled out on planes. It must be completed a maximum of 72 hours before departure. The official website: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov

Jet lag

D’est en ouest : GMT -5h (Eastern Standard), GMT -6h (Central Standard), GMT -7h (Mountain Standard), GMT -8h (Pacific Standard)

electricity

110V. Provide universal adapter

Telephone

 +1

Emergency number

911

French Embassy in the USA

4101 Reservoir Road, NW, Washington, DC 20007 – tél. +1 (202) 944 6000 ; info@ambafrance-us.org

US Embassy in France

2, avenue Gabriel 75008 Paris – tel. +33 (0)1 43 12 22 22; www.france.usembassy.gov

When to go / Weather

Summer being the major vacation season for Americans, it is best to travel to the United States in autumn or early spring, while planning not to fall during the Spring Break period.

Budget / Argent

1$ = 0,75€  et  1€ = 1,35$

Credit cards are accepted everywhere as well as travelers checks. Change your euros in exchange offices or in banks. Take some Dollars with you and you will change the rest on the spot.

Accommodation Economy budget: less than $40 Average budget: between $40 and $80 High budget: more than $80

Catering Economy budget: less than $12 Average budget: between $12 and $25 High budget: more than $25

Health security

No sanitary problem in the USA. Take out international health insurance with repatriation because medical costs are very expensive. Bring a complete first aid kit to avoid any unnecessary costs.

Take provisions with you in case of long journeys because some gas stations are very far from each other. Do not venture into sensitive neighborhoods at night. Be careful with animals in national parks (bears, grizzly bears, etc.)

Unmissable places

Miami et Key West

New Orleans and Louisiana

The Rocky Mountains

New York City

Washingtown

The major national parks

San Francisco

Chicago

Las Vegas

Route 66

La route Transamerica

Prepare your itinerary

There are many ways to discover the United States, but it is important to prepare your trip well in order to make the most of it. But it all depends first on the type of trip you want to do. Discover only one city, like New York? Make a circuit in a State? Crossing the United States on one of the mythical roads? Get completely out of your way and go on an adventure in North America by traveling through several countries? In any case, it is advisable not to make your trip on the run and to adapt the stages of the trip according to its duration, in order to take full advantage of each place visited. It will then be necessary to choose the city of arrival and departure by plane to define the beginning and the end of the stay or the circuit.

Then we have the choice to move around the country with domestic flights over long distances, or choose the road-trip alternative and take a tour by car, motorhome or Harley Davidson on route 66! This solution brings much more freedom and allows you to soak up more of the country. There is no doubt that an adventure like this leaves unforgettable memories. To define your travel itinerary, you can take inspiration from forums and travel blogs on which you can find a wealth of information and feedback. You can also draw your route by taking inspiration from specialized sites such as Authentik USA or Authentik Canada if you want to continue the adventure of discovering Canada.

#1 Volunteer

Volunteering to travel cheaper is a good option and a great initiative. It’s always gratifying to be able to help people and associations who need it and in exchange obtain food and lodging.

Here, the activities can be varied. You can :

• Help an association to collect clothes,
• Giving a hand for the lunch service in a restaurant,
• Manage entries to a music festival and many more.

A voluntary program called “ European Voluntary Service  ” (EVS) has also been set up for 17 to 30 year olds in order to encourage young people who are going to travel abroad. This service is funded by the European Commission and can last up to 12 months abroad.

#2 Opt for Wwoofing

Wwofing, by its full name “WorldWide Opportunities on Organic Farms”, is an international movement of organic farmers offering volunteer jobs to help them with daily tasks. The principle is simple, give you 3 or 4 hours of your time a day to help in the fields and in return, you are housed and fed .

This can be a good option for traveling without being rich if you are young and have no particular obligations for the coming weeks and months. It is also this process that is regularly used by travelers when they wish to leave for several months in a country, such as Australia and New Zealand.

#3 Accommodation while couchsurfing

In terms of accommodation, opting for couchsurfing brings several advantages. This allows you to stay for free with a local and to meet great people.

To do this, nothing simpler :

• Create an account on the Couchsurfing site,
• Choose a host for your next accommodation,
• Stay one or more nights,
• Leave a comment when you check out.

The community is huge and all members advocate hospitality above all else. But we must not forget that it is a human commitment and that you will be able to meet a lot of people during your trip abroad.

#4 Hitchhiking

In terms of transport, hitchhiking can be a good solution to get around at a lower cost . It’s still a matter of following a few rules to make sure you’re legal and also safe.

• Avoid hitchhiking at night.
• Don’t fall asleep during the ride.
• Never leave your belongings unattended.
• Check that you are authorized to hitchhike. In some states of the United States, the practice is completely prohibited.
• Finally, check that the practice is free of charge, in some countries, drivers can take themselves for taxis and take advantage of them.

#5 Do odd jobs on site

Another way to travel without spending too much is to work locally. If you want to stay a long time in the city or the small town where you want to travel, nothing prevents you from finding odd jobs there. The interest here is that you will receive a salary and be able to use this money specifically to travel.

A program has also been set up under the name of Permis Vavances-Travail (PVT) . It allows young people between the ages of 18 and 30 to be able to travel and self-finance their trip by working on site. It’s also a good way to improve your language level, meet new people and gain new professional experience.

#6 Start saving

A safe bet for traveling without being rich is to start saving as soon as you can. Create a travel account to save the amount of your choice every month. It will teach you to be stricter with your personal finances and to realize that some expenses can be largely avoided to save more.

In addition, to guarantee better management of your finances during your trip is to opt for a bank card dedicated solely to this. To do this, I can only advise you to turn to the ULTIM card . This neobank has very competitive fees and you wo n’t even have fees for withdrawing abroad .

#7 Learn to negotiate

Negotiating while traveling is not easy when it is not the custom of the country in which you reside. And yet, it can be very widespread, as in Latin America, Asia or even Africa.

Do not hesitate to negotiate to buy an object, a meal or a service . Sometimes you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how easy it can be to get a discount. Be careful all the same, in Australia or in Ireland, this is very frowned upon, just like in France.

#8 Barter

Barter, although it is a practice that has been in place since the dawn of time, that does not prevent it from always working as well. It is a good alternative to travel without being rich and get what you need.

The principle is to exchange a service in which you have skills and in return, you are housed, fed or you can be dropped off wherever you wish.

#9 Get a gift card

An original way to be able to travel without breaking the bank is to be offered an Ulysse plane ticket gift card . It is valid on all flights offered on the Ulysses website through more than 300 airlines. You have two years to use it and it can even be used several times if the amount is large.

Indeed, the Ulysse gift card ranges from 20 € to 2000 €. It can therefore be a good gift idea for your birthday or for Christmas.

#10 Find Cheap Plane Tickets

It is possible to save money at every opportunity when it comes to traveling without being rich. Thus, finding cheap plane tickets is essential and not impossible. Here are some tips to consider:

• Use and use flight comparison sites, such as Ulysses or Skyscanner , to find the best prices.
• Anticipate the purchase of your plane tickets as much as possible.
• Avoid flying out on weekends.
• If you can, travel during off-peak times.

#11 Obtain partnerships and sponsors

If your trip has a particular ambition, a specific objective or if you are simply very present on social networks, it is possible to finance your trip without having to spend a lot of money.

You can propose to companies, organizations or associations to make a partnership or to sponsor your trip. If this is difficult to obtain and very rare, nothing prevents you from trying.

The request for funding must be made via a presentation with the main information:

• The idea, the common thread of the trip,
• Essential data: Who? When ? What ? How long ? 
• The objectives of the trip: humanitarian, educational, journalistic, environmental, etc.
• The skills you can bring to this project,
• The technical and financial needs you need.

Finally, you can also turn to a crowdfunding organization or even use a crowdfunding platform to give people who support you the opportunity to help you financially.

#12 House sitting

Another way to travel without being rich is to house-sit. As its name suggests, it is about occupying and maintaining a house as well as the animals while the owners are away.

It’s a good way for some to be reassured to have a presence and surveillance in their home, and for others a way to be hosted at lower cost during their stay.

#13 Opt for free activities

It is possible to travel without being rich and still enjoy the cities and countries you visit. So prepare a list of things to do and places to visit absolutely. You will be surprised how many visits are free.

Also, if you want unique experiences at a lower cost, opt for an agency like GetYourGuides.fr . The site offers a multitude of activities according to your affinities and your budget . So you can enjoy the city without breaking the bank.

#14 Devenir digital nomad

Finally, the last tip for traveling without being rich is to become a digital nomad . It is a person who can carry out his activity online and therefore anywhere in the world as long as there is an internet connection.

WHEN TO GO? Avoid summer because even if the region remains unknown to foreign tourists, it is popular with Italians, many of whom come to sunbathe on its beaches and coves in high season. Spring or autumn remain the best seasons: fewer people, less heat. If you are more of a beach person, opt for autumn, the sea will still be warm. If you are more into hiking/nature, then choose spring!

TIME DIFFERENCE : none

ITINERARY PROPOSED IN THIS ARTICLE:

• Inland and more specifically the Itria Valley. An agricultural region dotted with beautiful villages and these typical constructions called trulli
• A small stretch of the Adriatic coast to discover 2 charming villages (Monopoli and Polignano a Mare) and the nature reserve of Torre Guaceto
• Lecce, baroque jewel not to be missed!
• If you have time, push the discovery towards Basilicata, a region adjoining Puglia and which reserves a major surprise: the city of Matera. I had planned it on the program but the winding roads of southern Italy and my fat belly as a pregnant woman of almost 7 months encouraged me to go there piano piano and to give up a few visits including this one, at the benefit from relaxation and contemplation.
  

  Visit Puglia in 5 days, essential n°1: Alberobello and the Trulli

  

  For simplicity, let’s start with what is undoubtedly the most emblematic element of Puglia , the most Instagrammed, photographed element, in short, impossible to miss when we talk about tourism in this region: I mean the Trulli in the plural or Singular trullo

  But what is a trullo? Visually, it boils down to a traditional small house with dry stone walls and a summarily carved conical roof at the top. As decoration?

  • The pinnacle first, of more or less complex shape depending on the level of wealth of the owner.
  • The symbols painted in white then, which adorn the roof and often borrow from Christian or pagan culture. They would be there to ward off bad luck.

  Symbolically the trulli go far beyond simple architectural curiosity. They bear witness to a way of life that no longer exists today and to dry stone construction techniques that are thousands of years old;

  And why these buildings by the way? Originally in the 17th Century, these strange houses were built by peasants unwilling to pay property tax, the dry stone technique having the advantage of being easily dismantled… before the tax collector arrived, for example….

  

  

  The village of Alberobello has the largest concentration of trulli in all of Puglia . Let it be said, the place classified by Unesco in 1996 has become a tourist trap, a vast cash machine that you take the full brunt of on arrival since you have to pay 2€/hour to get park in the various car parks that surround the village and “touristify” the place a little more.

  I hardly wanted to linger in its alleys where souvenir shops follow one another with their products derived from more or less dubious trulli: in key rings, postcards, placemats… The only consolation, out of season the tourist influx remains reasonable. Left at the end of March, I was able to take a few photos without my lens having to suffer from an instagrammer in full ridiculous pose or from an armada of Japanese

  

  In fact, the best way to admire these typical constructions is to drive through the Itria Valley. Along the way, we come across them, most often abandoned, placed here and there in the middle of a field of olive or almond trees.

  Visit Puglia in 5 days, essential n°2: Lecce or baroque florence

  

  Of all the heritage treasures of Puglia, my favorite is definitely Lecce , a sort of open-air manifesto of the extent of decorative extravagance offered by Baroque architecture.

  This little jewel full of elegance and refinement is a delight for the eyes. Each square, each building, each facade is an opportunity for retinal pleasure that can last for hours if you take the time to examine every detail.

  

  

  Because one of the characteristics of the Baroque and more particularly of the “Barocco Leccese” is the abundance of richly worked decorations made possible thanks to the use of “pietra leccese”, a local limestone so soft that it offers a playground ideal for those creators of the Baroque overflowing with virtuosity and creativity.

  

  

  These architects, who all lived in the 17th Century, gave their city a remarkable unity, whether in the style or the material used.

  The homogeneity is such that when you stroll there, you have the impression of evolving in a theater set, a huge theater set…

  …which unfolds in a maze of alleys punctuated by countless churches (there are 23 in the old centre), squares and more or less large and always ornamented palaces. This theatrical effect finds its climax in the Piazza del Duomo , a square enclosed on each side by a monument. The whole forms a stunning whole of beauty.

  • Where to sleep in Lecce?

  B&B PALAZZO BIGNAMI

  Halfway between a small family hotel and a charming bed and breakfast, I particularly liked the decor chosen with care, originality and elegance, the beautiful entrance and its very appreciable elevator (it avoids the stairs with a lot of luggage), the large breakfast room and its all-you-can-eat buffet of sweet or savory Italian specialities, the panoramic terrace and finally the location in a quiet and residential area 10 minutes from the center of Lecce (if you don’t get lost in the maze of alleys!)

  Price: 65€/night with breakfast in low season

  

  

  • Where to eat in Lecce?

  TRATTORIA GRANDMA TETTI

  

  A good address for a traditional trattoria discovered thanks to a happy meeting with a French woman who has lived in Lecce for 20 years. Compassionate on seeing us, my boyfriend, me and my fat 7-month-old baby walking painfully through the streets of the city in search of a restaurant; she kindly came to help us and even drove us to the entrance of said restaurant! On the menu: small, varied and excellent starters, homemade pasta and efficient service, all in good quantities, speaking of a pregnant woman!

  Visit Puglia in 5 days, essential n°3: the perched villages of the Itria Valley

  

  Locorotondo, Ostuni, Cisterno or even Martina Franca, all these villages are located in a valley in the center of Puglia. On the road you have to look up because very often they are perched on a hill. You also take your foot off the accelerator and take the small country roads framed by olive groves carpeted in this month of March with small bright yellow flowers. This environment gives a very “natural” accent to our trip and contrasts with the km of coast that make up the identity of Puglia.

  

  Each of these villages has its own charm and at the end of March, we met a lot of Italian families over the weekend. What bring all this life and this animation inseparable for me in the South of Italy .

  In Ostuni you have to aim for the cathedral. Easy to spot (but not to find unless you have a minimum sense of direction, which is far from my case) it overcomes a jumble of white facades.

  

  

  At Locorotondo, which was our base camp for 2 days, you have to get lost in the maze of alleys and soak up the false air of a Greek village.

  In Cisterno, after a short tour of the village, we had a drink on a mini terrace overlooking the famous Itria Valley. It is the meeting place for young people and we felt so good there that it was difficult to get out of it to take a little tour of the village which is going well.

  • Where to sleep in Valle d’Itria?

  BED AND BREAKFAST PIETRA PESARA in LOCOROTONDO

  Francesca is a child from Puglia but not precisely from the Itria Valley. This did not prevent him from settling there and magnificently restoring an old farmhouse with trulli to transform it into 3 guest rooms with stripped down and rustic luxury. Francesca is available 24 hours a day for her guests. She is the one who prepares all the good things for breakfast: focaccia, cakes, yogurts… everything is homemade and always based on local products! We only stayed two nights and it was with regret that we left this place surrounded by centuries-old olive trees (the region is the country’s leading olive oil producer) and calm, all strategically placed for radiate in the region. .

  Price: 70€/night with breakfast in low season

  

  

  

  

  • Where to eat in Vallé d’Itria?

  CASA PINTO in LOCOROTONDO

  No ostentatious storefront, just a discreet door sheltered from a small alley. Inside, a few tables, a wood-fired oven and delicious pizzas at unbeatable prices (around €10). Served ultra fast, perhaps barely too much.

  Visit Puglia in 5 days, essential n°4: seaside villages

  

  This is what I love about Puglia  : in a few kilometers you can go from the countryside to the sea (or vice versa); from beautiful green expanses dotted with buttercups to the captivating blue of the sea. We pass from the gnarled trunks of olive trees to the small fishing boats that clump together in tiny ports or seen differently from olive to fish the two products phrase of the cuisine of Puglia, rooted in an arid land bordered by two seas (Adriatic Sea and Ionian Sea)

  

  

  

  

  From Monopoli I remember this perfect balance between a charming historic center with winding streets and a turquoise sea. Polignano a Mare stands out for its cliffside location. Undeniably it bears its name well because it could not be more “on the sea”, which gives it a little air of the end of the world. The rocky promontories plunging into the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic are like an invitation to take the leap of the angel. As for the 3 panoramic terraces, they simply invite us to contemplate and fill our eyes with blue and infinity.

  Visit Puglia in 5 days, essential n°5: Protected marine area of ​​Torre Guaceto

  

  The iodine shoot continues at the marine reserve of Torre Guaceta, a strip of land 6 to 8 km long made up of dunes and small coves that are inevitably deserted on this day in March. This was our last step before saying goodbye to this beautiful southern sun that warms the face and the heart at the end of winter. Farewell to these joyful visual snapshots typical of the summer holidays and particularly appreciated at the end of March. Farewell to the South, the sea, the olive trees, see you for a next southern cure soon!

  

ASOS originally stood for AsSeenOnScreen with the tagline “Buy what you see on film and TV” because it exclusively sold imitations of clothing from those mediums (for example, Brad Pitt’s red leather jacket from the 1999 film Fight Club). However, it no longer has that meaning and is generally stylised as an uppercase acronym, although the company’s logo represents it in lower case.

ASOS’ headquarters are in Camden Town, at Greater London House, with additional offices in Berlin and Birmingham. As of 2013, their main fulfilment centre is in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, where they employ 3,500 workers. The customer care department is based in Leavesden. The Danish company Bestseller A/S, owned by the business magnate Anders Holch Povlsen, is ASOS’ largest stakeholder, with a 26% share.

History

2000–2004: Founding and listing

ASOS was established on 3 June 2000, by Nick Robertson, Andrew Regan, Quentin Griffiths, and Deborah Thorpe. In 2001, ASOS was admitted to the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) on the London Stock Exchange. In 2003, ASOS shareholders agreed to change the names of AsSeenOnScreen Holdings PLC and AsSeenOnScreen Limited to ASOS plc and ASOS.com Limited. In 2004, the company reported a maiden profit, with sales almost doubling in its first half. In 2004, ASOS introduced their own label for women’s clothing.

2005–2012: Development

In 2005, the Buncefield Fuel Depot explosion led to the closure of the business for six weeks and £5m of stock was lost. In 2008, ASOS debuted kidswear on its site, however the branded market subsequently suffered declines at the expense of fast-growing own-label kidswear offers. In 2010, ASOS announced it would no longer offer kidswear, to concentrate on its core young adult fashion market.

In the final quarter of 2010, ASOS launched three international online shops in Germany, France and the US. In November 2010, ASOS launched its marketplace platform for boutiques, vintage collectors, individuals and designers to trade from virtual market stalls to customers globally.

In September 2011, ASOS launched three more sites in Australia, Italy and Spain. In 2012, ASOS opened its first international office in Sydney, Australia, followed by an office in New York.Later on, the company launched its first drama-game show series, called #DIGIDATING, starring AJ Odudu. It was billed as an Internet dating show with backstage drama.

2013–present: Global expansion

In 2013, ASOS opened its first office outside the South East, in Birmingham. Later in 2013, ASOS recalled belts contaminated with radioactive cobalt-60. ASOS Russia and China were launched in the same year. In 2014, a fire in the Barnsley warehouse prevented them from taking orders for almost three days. During the 2014 Formula One season, ASOS was a sponsor of the McLaren Formula One team. In 2015, ASOS had over 4,000 employees and was the UK’s largest independent online and fashion beauty retailer.

In September 2016, an investigative report from Buzzfeed News alleged poor working conditions at ASOS’ warehouse. However, company spokespersons contended that the isolated complaints reported in the Buzzfeed article were not reflective of the general working conditions there.^[25][26]

In April 2019, ASOS informed its clients through email that the company is looking into ways of changing its easy returns policy, after research showed customers were manipulating the easy return process. The company also admitted that the previous return policy was environmentally costly.

In April 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, ASOS was accused by some staff and workers unions of “playing Russian roulette with people’s lives” by failing to adequately enforce preventative measures in their Grimethorpe, Barnsley site. It was claimed that warehouse staff could not safely operate whilst maintaining social distancing, that the staff felt unsafe and that ASOS’s product was not actually essential, thus not meeting the UK Government’s recommendation that only essential workplaces remain open. The company refuted these claims, claiming they had sufficiently changed their operation to comply, Barnsley Council also inspected the site and found that the company was complying.

In October 2020, ASOS Marketplace announced that it would not be charging commission rates on small business transactions to provide support through the COVID-19 pandemic for sellers.

In April 2021, ASOS has partnered with delivery company DPD of DPDgroup to allow shoppers the option to donate unwanted clothing to charity.^[34] In June 2021, ASOS launched a partnership with Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics.

In February 2021, it was announced that ASOS was to acquire the Topshop, Topman, Miss Selfridge, and HIIT brands from collapsed Philip Green’s Arcadia Group. On 4 February, the three former Arcadia Group brands became wholly owned subsidiaries of ASOS with 300 head-office staff members from Arcadia and Topshop/Topman Limited.

In November 2021, Ian Dyson became Chair.

Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, ASOS suspended operations in Russia.

Digital marketing

In November 2009, ASOS claimed a ratio of one Twitter follower to eight Facebook fans to 100 active e-mail subscribers. Their 2008 report pointed out that nearly 10% of sales could be directly attributed to email marketing.

In 2017, ASOS launched a campaign intended to take full advantage of the Instagram Stories feature, encouraging users to upload videos of purchased ASOS products. 3 million people interacted with the video in the UK. ASOS uses the #AsSeenOnMe hashtag and any use of the hashtag adds the photos to an ASOS online database.

What you can do at home to stay fit and healthy

You can do more at home than you think. You can start very simply with a fitness mat on which you can perform your own exercises. Push-ups, chrunches or planking exercises are much more comfortable with a sturdy fitness mat. You can of course also use other accessories on a sports mat. For example, weights such as barbells and dumbells, which you can use for strength training. Don’t feel like heavy weights? Then jump rope or squat. Both exercises are intensive and promote blood circulation in your veins and muscles.

Exercise at home using devices

If you want to tackle it more professionally, just like in the gym, you can consider purchasing certain sports equipment. Just run, bike or jump in your living room. You can do this by purchasing an electric treadmill, an exercise bike, a complete power station or a fitness trampoline. A disadvantage of large devices is that you also need a lot of free space to make the best possible use of them. Also take into account the freedom of movement you need in addition to the dimensions of the device itself. Also, some sports equipment can be expensive. Before you buy a device, set clear goals for yourself. This way you buy a device that also helps you achieve what you want to achieve.

Just exercise at home outside in the garden

There is nothing better than being active outside for a while. That wonderful fresh air does wonders for the human body. Do you have a garden at your disposal? Then make use of this. Buy a simple waterproof sports mat and you can perform the first exercises. Dumbbells, weights and dumbells are also ideal for taking outside. Try to be outside for at least 30 minutes every day and you will feel more energetic and vital.

Want to buy beautiful Swarovski jewelry?

Swarovski jewelry is luxury accessories (needs) and is therefore also nice to have. Swarovski jewelry is for sale as: bracelet, necklace, earring and ring. The most worn jewelry are the earrings. Most ladies wear jewelry because it looks more feminine. Always buy or order your earrings nickel-free, because nickel causes your earlobes to turn green. The Swarovski Jewelery is 100% nickel free.     

Wallets for women

You take your wallet with you everywhere, to work, to your friends, etc. You can no longer do without it. A wallet is meant to keep your money safe. It has compartments for your cards such as credit cards and member cards, it has a compartment for change and a compartment for bills. The name she used to use for wallet is “purse”. You have wallets in different types of materials. If you want a leather wallet, this is a big investment. You can buy them in all kinds of colors and sizes. A wallet says something about you often choose a wallet that suits you.

Trendy mugs

You have different types of bags, for example a weekend bag, a handbag, a shoulder bag, etc. You can order bags in different colors and sizes. Some bags can be made close by, for example, with a zipper or buckle. Bags are made of: leather or synthetic leather, plastic, textile, paper and other materials. Do you prefer a small bag to a large handbag? Then take a clutch it is handy and portable. A clutch is intended, so that in most cases you do not have to carry a large bag. Fun fact: in Amsterdam you can visit the Museum of Bags and Purses Hendrikje.   

The perfect women’s jeans for small women

There are a few things to consider when choosing the right jeans if you want to look taller. Choose jeans with a particularly high waist so that your legs appear longer. If that’s not enough for you and you want to add a few centimeters to your legs, wear jeans that end above your ankles . Ankle jeans make your legs look even longer. Small women should choose women’s jeans without any washing. If you still want a washing, make sure that the washing is vertical – this lengthens the legs.

Accentuate your waist!

Drawing attention to the middle of the body and thus drawing attention to the waist is the key when it comes to cheating your way to a larger size.

(Thin) Belts

Using a belt to accentuate the waist is probably the most well-known trick. Make sure it is not too wide . You will quickly see how much longer your legs suddenly appear.

High Waist

The perfect women’s jeans for small women have a particularly high waist. Because the pants end in the area of ​​your waist, it is emphasized and your legs appear optically longer. You should also choose a high-waisted model for skirts .

tuck your top into your pants

A trick that can be combined perfectly with the two tips mentioned above: tuck your T-shirt, sweater or blouse completely or partially into your pants . Not only does this look totally fashionable, it also makes your legs look endless.

Tailored jackets

The right women’s jacket enhances every outfit. A particularly short jacket that ends at your waist will visually lengthen your legs many times over. If you want a longer jacket or blazer, you should make sure that the garments are either fitted from the start or can be adjusted at the waist – for example with an internal drawstring .

A-line

Another way to draw all eyes to your midsection: the A-line! Whether you want to wear a feminine dress or a playful skirt: a flared shape flatters your height particularly well.

Pattern: small and fine

If you love playful dots, stripes and wild animal prints, then you should keep it small – prints that are too big can overwhelm you visually . Make sure that the stripes are vertical rather than horizontal – otherwise the item will quickly make you look wider instead of longer.

The right shoe choice

When it comes to the perfect shoes for short women , you probably think of high heels first. It’s no secret that pumps or boots with high heels can make you look a few centimeters taller. If high heels aren’t your thing or you want to take a little pressure off your feet on certain days, you can go for shoes with a subtle platform . But make sure that they don’t look too bulky, otherwise your choice of shoes will have the opposite effect.

styling mistakes

oversized looks

Admittedly, the oversized look is currently very trendy. However, it doesn’t flatter your size if your XXL sweatshirt swallows you up or you step on your pants that are way too big. Instead, go for figure-hugging pieces and balance out the volume with a loose piece of clothing on top .

Large handbags

They look great in terms of style and you can fit a lot in them – but unfortunately you look even smaller than you are behind them. So limit yourself to a handful of must-haves and only take the bare essentials with you . Then you’ll be fine with a small handbag.

styling mistakes handbag

Too many colors

Even if you like it colorful: too many different colors look confusing and visually compress you. Instead, choose a monochrome look in your favorite color.

Plus, with these little tips, you can choose the bikini that makes you feel even better. Thanks to the bikini you will be able to tan evenly.

Remember that you have to take into account both the shape of your body, your skin color and also the type of activities you do. On this last point, if you are one of those who does not move from a lounger, it may not be difficult to find the right one. But if you like to swim a lot, run on the beach or play sports, it is better that you choose one that is not going to fall , move or disappear during your activities.

Below we give you some tips to choose a suitable bikini .

With curves

If you have a  very feminine and curved body  you are a lucky woman. In this case, think about what you want to highlight and what you want to hide. Large prints, embellishments and light colors stand out. The dark and smooth ones hide. If your chest is generous, opt for halter necklines, which will make you look beautiful and never vulgar. If for some reason you want to hide your bust, you can use sporty-looking bikinis, which tighten and gather. The wide straps will help you be more comfortable.

If your hips are wide and you don’t like that, try dark, matte colors below. Vertical stripes can also be useful.
Don’t forget that a  curvy body  is the dream of many women. Enjoy yours.

Firm and slim body

How lucky you are, your body  will always make you look youthful . If you think you should have volume in the bust, use ruffles, fringes or decorations that amplify. If you like your chest small and your hips narrow, wear very small swimsuits that draw attention to your slenderness. Additionally, you can use bright colors and large prints, horizontal stripes and large polka dots. If you prefer to give the impression of greater width in the hips, you can wear a high bikini, with a small skirt or gathers.

Keep in mind that your body shape is magnificent, so whatever you wear will look great on you.

wide backs

Surely you did swimming and you have a sporty appearance, with long muscles. Congratulations.  Halter necklines look great on you , because with wide backs, beautiful collarbones. Strapless styles also look great on you, because you can hold them gracefully. Triangle bikinis are also a good option.

If you want  to hide your back , visually amplify your hips: decorations, skirts, gathers, ruffles will highlight your hip area.

Don’t forget that your body type is that of athletes and it always looks attractive.

apple shape

Sensational, you are round and attractive.  Generally your bust and belly have the greatest volume. Surely you want to look more stylish in those parts.  It’s not necessary, because with a small bikini you will look good.  However, if what you want is for your hips to look wider and your chest smaller, choose a bikini bottom with large prints and decorations or bright colors and a top with darker tones to hide your bust.

pear shape

Your chest is small, your  waist is narrow, and your hips and butt are large  and rounded. It is a sensational way, because you can see yourself in different ways just by sitting or standing. In this case, a small bikini will also make you look formidable. If you want to  visually expand your chest and reduce your hips , wear tops with a balcony and underwire that make you look more voluptuous. You can also use large prints and bright colors. For the bottom part, use dark colors and unicolor fabrics. Enjoy your small waist, it will always make you look good.

If you are looking for trendy bikinis then I recommend you to visit Shein and check out the latest bikini collection there.