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Pernera Beach Hotel ReviewsPage 1 2
| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
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Jul 2008 |
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Portland Direct |
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Mrs S MURPHY |
| Overall
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9/10 |
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This was my second visit to the Pernera Beach Hotel, the first being in 2004. I travelled with my husband and 18 year old daughter.
On arrival in the small hours, I noticed that one of the neon letters above the hotel was not illuminated and I wondered if that meant that things had deteriorated. I need not have worried, virtually nothing had changed since 2004.
On checking in I mentioned to the reception desk that we had stayed before and the following morning we were presented with two guest towels and a note which read "A gift for our loyal guests".
Our room was immaculate as was the bathroom. The air conditioning was adequate though not cool as the room we had in 2004. On that occasion we had room 365 - a huge corner room with a bathroom with natural light. The balcony in that room was also larger than average and the room had a huge floor standing air conditioner which pumped the hot air out onto the balcony. This made one end of the balcony uncomfortably hot but there was plenty of room to sit at the other end. The air conditioner in room 365 was so effiecient you would shiver at the lowest setting!
One thing I must mention is that I was delighted to find that the bedrooms are non-smoking. You are only allowed to smoke outside on your balcony.
Breakfast is served in the dining room off the lobby. It is non-smoking inside and air-conditioned. There is also an outside veranda for smoking guests. The food was excellent with loads of choice. Watch out for pancakes and omelettes, cooked fresh every third morning or so on the outside veranda. This is something you normally only get with 4 star hotels and above.
The evening meal was served in the Taverna overlooking the beach. It is not air-conditioned but does have overhead fans and also gets a breeze from the sea. Again the food was of an excellent quality. I particulary liked the soups served with warm bread rolls. The Taverna is non-smoking though again there is an outside area for smokers.
As long as you don't mind sitting away from the main pool area, there are loads of sunbeds on the grassy area overlooking the beach. There is no need to reserve sunbeds here as you can come down any time of the day and find plenty free. From here you can take a dip in the pool or the sea with equal ease.
There was entertainment around the pool all day (water aerobics, water polo, etc) and likewise in the evening. A few times we had live music, a greek night, a parrot show, karaoke and silly 'audience participation' games.
There are a few shops, restaurants and banks within yards of the hotel. For more nightlife, Protaras is a short bus / taxi drive away.
All the staff there work very hard, many of them are British. Must give a mention to our wonderful waitress from Newcastle who kept us entertained no end. Good luck in your new life Dawn!
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
Holiday: |
Jun 2008 |
| Tour
Operator: |
Portland Direct |
| Submitted
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Mr Paul Southall |
| Overall
Rating: |
9/10 |
| Comments: |
just got back back from this lovely hotel, staff and animation team were excellent, the guests that were there during my stay there were all superb everyone wanted to speak and get involved, the food was very good and the location was fantastic, really enjoyed my two weeks stay there would go back there next year
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
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May 2008 |
| Tour
Operator: |
First Choice |
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Miss E Lycett |
| Overall
Rating: |
10/10 |
| Comments: |
I went with my mom, dad and sister + we all had a ace time!
The animation team was great, we love you Amelia + Tebo + Christian!
We got involved in the greece show on the evening and they are just to fab to descirbe!
The hotel is wicked, situated in a quiet part of Cyprus, On the outskirts of Protaras.
We had a great time
Will be going again soon!
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
Holiday: |
May 2008 |
| Tour
Operator: |
Travel Republic |
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Mr A Nick |
| Overall
Rating: |
7/10 |
| Comments: |
Last holiday at Pernera was 4yrs ago. Had a nostalgic return and found the old place looking a bit "tired" and rooms in need of a makeover, but hey, this is a 3 star hotel and well worthy of 3 and half-4stars. Spotless, perfectly placed for a chill holiday. We would have no probs with returning again next year. Staff are wonderful, all you could need on site. Our only grouse this time was the strength of the euro (or not) i.e. 2 cups of nescafe and a bag on crisps, £6.50 gbp. Small bottle of milk £1.00 gbp. Still, you cant whack the climate and we will no doubt return, and grumble about the cost of stuff, having had a brilliant, chilled break. Luuuuurve it!
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
Holiday: |
Oct 2007 |
| Tour
Operator: |
Libra Holidays |
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Mr K Wright |
| Overall
Rating: |
9/10 |
| Comments: |
We have just returned to the Pernera Beach Hotel for two weeks after a one week stay last year.
We found that late October last year was too late in the season for all attractions to be fully open but this year we went three weeks earlier and it was in full swing. The weather was 'fantastic' too, sunny days and balmy nights.
The hotel provides excellent value for money, great location, very friendly and attentive staff and good but simple food. The hotel has its own beach area, two swimming pools, and a lovely taverna with al fresco dining facilities. There is a grassed area with sun loungers for those who don’t want to get sandy.
The (triple) rooms are large and comfortable and the daily maid service is superb.
The evening entertainment is varied but 'tame' comprising mainly of shows put on by the animation team but we did see a fabulous magician and fascinating parrot show by outside professionals.
Pernera is a small resort in itself with shops, very good restaurants, and pubs for all tastes. Sports pubs, tavernas, Italian and Chinese restaurants and plenty of 'tribute' acts.
The larger resort of Protaras is a short taxi or bus ride away or a very pleasant stroll (15mins) along the coast. A recommended stop on this walk is Safiros kiosk on the beach. The most excellent bacon on toast you can get anywhere.
Protaras is bigger and brasher but again something for everyone. We can recommend the Magic Dancing Water Show as a spectacular experience, don’t sit too near the front if you don’t want to get a bit damp!
Will definitely visit again and definitely stay at Pernera Beach Hotel.
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
Holiday: |
Aug 2007 |
| Tour
Operator: |
Libra Holidays |
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Mr T Greenway |
| Overall
Rating: |
9/10 |
| Comments: |
There were four in our party my wife and I and our two teenage sons aged 17 and 13 we were also part of a wedding party of 15 all staying at the Pernera.
We had a wonderful stay at the Pernera Beach Hotel. The Hotel is in a wonderful location, right next to the beach which is full of different types of water activities. Our hotel rooms were great and kept clean and tidy and were air conditioned which was very much needed for this time of year.
The staff were lovely they all were very friendly and helpful nothing was to much trouble. The food was lovely with plenty of choice.
The wedding reception was held in the Taverna of the hotel they decorated it beautifully and the food and waiter service for the reception was brilliant.
All in all we had a fantastic time and are looking already into going back to Pernera next year.
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
Holiday: |
Aug 2007 |
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Operator: |
First Choice |
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Mr K Gill |
| Overall
Rating: |
9/10 |
| Comments: |
Other people have reviewed this fantastic hotel - I can just confirm the content of these reviews.
The location is excellent, really quiet but scenic. It's a 5 minute walk up the road to Pernera if you want to eat/drink there. The hotel is very well run, staff are very organised and the food/drink excellent.
The Animation team give 10/10 for effort but the shows did start late and went on and on sometimes. OK if you have older kids, but our 8 year old wanted his bed by 11pm! Highlight was the magic show; low point was the "Dance Competition" (where tipsy people were hassled onto the dance floor by Christian!).
The pool was great and was clean (no ear infections here). Only minor problem was getting a sun bed, but then again, it was August. The Animation team were there to provide entertainment throughout the day.
Air-conditioning was free and worked very well. The room was clean although a little dated. The bathroom was very clean and the power-shower great!
I found some of the negative reviews of this hotel inaccurate and would definitely book a room at the Pernera Beach again. It was one of our best holidays.
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
Holiday: |
Aug 2007 |
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Operator: |
Sun Escapes Hellenic |
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Mrs S Brown |
| Overall
Rating: |
9/10 |
| Comments: |
Just returned from a fabulous one week stay at the Pernera with my hubby and two kids aged 7 and 3. It is situated in a quieter part of Protaras - away from the main Protaras.
On arrival we were met by our taxi and taken to the hotel which was about 45 mins away from Larnaca airport - the reception staff were nice and friendly and spoke very good English.
Our room was on the third floor - we had a nice spacious room with a balcony - the bathroom was very big and looked like it had been refurbished recently with new tiling in terracotta and a white suite - our one had a bath with a shower attached with lovely warm water.
We had two camp beds for the children - I would have preferred bunks though - and the only other complaint I had was the view - which was not really their fault - our room overlooked a supermarket and a brown field - which has been bought by Crown hotels - so I suspect there will be building work there in the future - because we were hardly in the room we just ignored the view.
Our room had an excellent remote controlled a/c , we also had two wicker chairs and table as well as a wardrobe with plenty of shelves. We had a table and chairs outside too.
There were three lifts that all went to different parts of the third floor which was convenient.
The passages in the hotel could do with being updated and are without a/c - just an observation but not important to us - which is probably why its 3 star - although we believe the service was 4 star,
We hired a safe - which came in handy and also a fridge for an extra £10 - this was a life saver as it was so hot and it came in handy for cooling water and milk for when we were out.
Breakfast is brilliant and is served till 10am - lot of choice for everyone - and nice atmosphere - evening meal in the taverna was also really good for everyone including non-meat eaters - with fish on the menu everyday (different variety) also, lots of salads and dips, fruits and plenty of meat dishes as well as vegetables, rice and pasta.
Also, children’s menu which consisted of chips, fish fingers and nuggets everyday!
However, they had some food from the buffet too so it wasn’t too boring for them,
WE took our own drinks for the kids - e.g. Capri sun cartons and water bottle - and just ordered our own drinks - soft drinks cost £1 cy but come in a very slim glass, so not much of a drink - we started ordering medium water which we all shared towards the middle of the week - otherwise it all adds up -
The beaches around Pernera are beautiful as you walk to the right of the hotel (behind Taverna) there is a nice sandy beach with clear water and lots of sunbeds which are charged - also watersports there - if you keep walking more rocky beaches - if you carry on for a further 20-25mins you end up in Protaras where all the life is - much more touristy and lively - quite tiring with the kids so we got a taxi back - cost four Cyprus pounds, - better to head out for the long walk earlier as poss if heat allows you to as it gets dark quick and don’t get to see anything
That is one of the things we noticed- too hot to travel out in day - cools around 6pm but gets dark early at around 8pm - skies go dark real quick.
Protaras is lovely though - with a beautiful golden sandy beach - this is where we got a boat one day from Captain P something cost £15 Cyprus pounds as my three yr old wasn’t charged - 6 pounds adults and 3 pounds children - well worth it - there was another which is slightly more expensive.
The coca cola glass bottom one, but this one is well worth it - its run by two really friendly guys - one the owner and the other a retired guy from the midlands who was really nice - he served lots of snacks too - popcorn, crisps, grapes, melon, squash and wine.
The trip was well worth it - took us to Cape Greco where there is lovely blue sea which is clear and clean - beautiful scenery and a really nice refreshing trip - once at Cape Greco we had the opportunity to dive in to the sea - really good experience.
On another day we went to the water park in Ayia Napa - this worked out really expensive - £60 which is equivalent to £75 English pounds - would have worked out cheaper if we had booked outside the hotel - we booked with our rep Toulla who we thought was really crap and expensive too - she is all over the place and talks for about twenty-thirty mins without taking a breath - she will really try and sell the mountains to death - we didn’t fall for it - we decided to give it a miss as would have been too much with the kids - they were happy chilling out in the pool.
One other trip we did was the Sunday market - we phoned the local bus company the day before - the leaflet is in reception (blue one) and they came and picked us up at about 8am from the hotel and brought us back too at around lunch time - great jewellery and belts there.
The pool in the hotel is excellent - kids and us loved it - really big and is divided up so it’s not just one pool - lots going on - aqua aerobics for ladies and water polo for guys - animation team is excellent - left my daughter in kids room nearly every day which is open for a few hours in the morning then again in afternoon- for colouring and crafts run by Elizabeth and Andrea who are superb.
Also archery everyday and table tennis and volleyball. Evening entertainment really good too - really varied - kids took part too when they were awake - had mini disco most days and couple of musicals one being Grease - one day some local traditional dancers turned up where they loaded up loads of glasses on their heads - also a men vs. women quiz, they had bingo as well a couple of nights - a music quiz too - adult disco and lots of well organised fun - really enjoyable,
We found a supermarket close by - just in front of the hotel if you walk a bit further up on the right - where we used to buy milk, drinks and bananas everyday - it’s about halfway up the road which leads up to the main road - by the hat and bag shop (second supermarket) also bought some Cyprus delights and some souvenirs to bring back.
All in all if came back to this area would stay again - would probably hire a car this time as it is easy to drive with right hand drive and motorway running all the way.
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
Holiday: |
Jul 2007 |
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Operator: |
First Choice |
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By: |
Mrs S Blackstock |
| Overall
Rating: |
8/10 |
| Comments: |
Have just returned from a lovely holiday at the Pernera Beach Hotel. Very clean hotel with sea view room. Maid came every day, the whole hotel was immaculate.
We stayed half board which I wouldn't do again as I am veggie, and I did struggle as dinner was a buffet and almost every dish had meat in, I can’t face another salad! My son had something off the children’s menu which was the usual chicken nuggets etc which he enjoyed. Each night they have a theme in the restaurant e.g. Italian night but the food did seem to get monotonous and wasn’t of the best quality.
There are some lovely restaurants close by especially on the beach next to the hotel. The shops and bars are only a few minutes’ walk away but we went into Protaras most nights and used Olympic taxis which seemed to be the best. Staff in hotel all very friendly and helpful.
There lots of entertainment during day for the kids run by the animation team who I found to be very good, my son loved it. Fig Tree Bay well worth a visit it is gorgeous but gets very busy so you need to get there before 10 for a sunbed. Protaras quite a walk away and we found it quicker to walk the beach way which took around 10 minutes.
We went with First Choice who I found to be excellent, our rep Gemma was lovely and so helpful. Would recommend the Catamaran trip and the lazy days cruise which a rep called Matt did who was great.
The hotel is right next to Pernera beach which is really nice and you can do watersports, we went on a jet ski which was £20 cp and there was lots of other things to do to. Would def recommend the hotel and First Choice.
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
Holiday: |
Jul 2007 |
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Operator: |
First Choice |
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By: |
barnesy1974 |
| Overall
Rating: |
9/10 |
| Comments: |
Would recommend the Pernera Beach. Gorgeous views lovely surroundings and great food.
The room was large for the four of us which was good with two young kids. Could have been a bit cleaner just the floor other than that great. Staff lovely couldn't ask for more. Two weeks of sun and heat in a great area. Always got a sun bed round the pool and the pool was great for us and the kids.
Hotel has its own beach but manmade. Would recommend getting a taxi to Fig Tree Bay gorgeous clear warm water. Get a taxi don't try and walk it in the heat. Only a couple of pounds.
We walked in to Protaras main strip mostly every night and this would take about 45 minutes, lovely walk and even better to walk off evening meal. Most nights would take kids to Bedrock which has a show most nights for kids, and they entertain them. Also there is a bouncy castle and other things for them to do so you can enjoy a drink or two while they play.
The big water park was great need a taxi a full day of fun loads to do. Don't think that the aquarium was worth the money only a couple of fish a crocodile and a couple of birds.
Loved the place and will return one day.
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
Holiday: |
Jul 2007 |
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Operator: |
Not Specified |
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Miss K Smith |
| Overall
Rating: |
9/10 |
| Comments: |
After reading mixed reviews about this hotel, I was pleasantly surprised when we arrived!
The hotel is located in Pernera which is a nice quiet area located about 15 min from the centre of Protaras. We walked into Protaras most nights as there was much more going on, however there are a few shops & nice places to eat along with several bars just minutes away from the hotel. We also went into Ayia Napa which cost about £10 in a taxi.
The hotel is on its own private beach, however this is very small and quite rocky, but if you walk across a few of the rocks there is another main beach just minutes away which is much nicer, and there were sun beds available to hire which were really cheap.
The hotel was very clean & the maids changed sheets & towels 6 days out of the 7 we were there.
The hotel staff were all very friendly, and was always very helpful.
There was lots of entertainment during the day from 10am till around 5pm, and there was something for not only the children, but adults as well which was good.
My boyfriend and I are both very fussy eaters; however we had breakfast on most days…. There was a lot of choice, but the food was the same every day. We only stayed in the hotel for one evening meal, which was ok.
There was quite a large selection of food, including different types of potatoes, roast chicken, pork, rice, salads… On speaking to other people in the hotel who stayed in most nights said the food was more or less the same each evening, which they had no problems with.
Overall we both thoroughly enjoyed the holiday and will be looking forward to going to Pernera Beach in 2008!!
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
Holiday: |
Jul 2007 |
| Tour
Operator: |
Libra Holidays |
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By: |
dobbo |
| Overall
Rating: |
10/10 |
| Comments: |
Great hotel nothing too much trouble for the staff. A real cosmopolitan feel about the place. Good food with plenty of choice you, can also choose from the children's menu. The rooms are large and airy with room service every day except Sundays. All the different nationalities getting on with each other. The Animation team involved every one, adults and children. Will definitely go back - great value holiday all round.
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
Holiday: |
Jul 2007 |
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Operator: |
Libra Holidays |
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Mrs T Tinkler |
| Overall
Rating: |
10/10 |
| Comments: |
After reading the reviews on this hotel, we were a little worried, however when we arrived we were delighted with all aspects of this hotel.
The room was clean and spacious.
The food was excellent, plenty choice for all, entertainment excellent.
I stayed here with my son, and another party of 3, who also would recommend this hotel, overall an enjoyable holiday, lovely hotel, and located in a central place.
Would return to this hotel.
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
Holiday: |
Jun 2007 |
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Operator: |
Sun Escapes |
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Mrs K Pearson |
| Overall
Rating: |
9/10 |
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Brilliant!! The hotel location was lovely, plenty of shops and bars within a 5 min walk, or a 5min journey on bus to Protaras centre.
This was our 9th visit to Cyprus and we were very happy with the hotel , staff were very pleasant and helpful, the meals were very nice plenty to choose from every night ,but in general very similar every night so after 2wks it got a bit boring, but no complaints over quantity or taste. We had our 17yr old son with us and he had no complaints either.
The room wasn't very spacious, but for how much time you spend in it it's nothing to fret over.
The entertainment team Christian and Marco were the best we've seen, they were so funny, all through the day and the evening, the antics they got up to through the day we found very comical, just laying by the pool sunbathing listening to them you couldn't help giggling and our son enjoyed joining in the poolside competitions and games for the prize of a free cocktail, which he won quite a few of !!!
But if you want to sunbathe in a quieter location there is a lovely lawned area away from the pool or the lovely little bay which is overlooked by the hotel restaurant.
On the whole I would have no hesitation in going back or recommending this hotel, location, facilities and the pool were all lovely. If you are thinking of going and want a good holiday this I am sure will meet your requirements.
There is a no reserving of sunbed policy which to my pleasure the hotel took action on by removing towels from sunbeds in the morning when certain nationalities left there towels on sunbeds before going to breakfast. They would return to find their towels in reception!! Ha!
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| Board Basis: |
Half Board |
| Date of
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May 2007 |
| Tour
Operator: |
Libra Holidays |
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By: |
norseman |
| Overall
Rating: |
8/10 |
| Comments: |
Both my wife and I have recently returned from a two week holiday at the Pernera Beach Hotel.
We found the standard of accommodation to be good and well worth the three star listing. We would certainly recommend this hotel for anyone wishing to chill out, we can't comment on what it would be like in the high season, but for out of season it is certainly worth booking.
We found all the staff to be very helpful and courteous and polite. The standard of food on offer was of a high standard and there was plenty of it, one slight disappointment was the entertainment although good it could have been a lot better.
The only other disappointment we had was our Libra rep after I had a slight accident in the hotel, the rep I am afraid was of no use nor was she helpful. I have never known anyone have so many excuses in my life, and both my wife and I have been in the service industry for over thirty years, Libra in this instance need to retrain or replace this rep, the hotel management did more for me than anyone else 100% to them.
The hotel is in a good position with lovely beach walks on either side of the hotel.
I would recommend a visit to Paralimny, Fig tree Bay and if you have a car Konnos Bay, top marks to all these places, we have been travelling to Cyprus for many years and have never found a place as good the people and the weather play a big part and to those who have never been, “What Are You Waiting For" I promise you will love it.
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