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08-16-2009, 05:03 AM
Alton Towers Bans Speedos for being 'inappropriate in a family resort'
By Sarah Gordon (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/search.html?s=y&authornamef=Sarah+Gordon)
Last updated at 7:21 PM on 11th August 2009
It is known as the ultimate 80s fashion piece for men and has graced many an embarrassing holiday snap, but it could be the end of an era after a UK holiday resort announced a ban on the humble Speedo.
The Alton Towers Resort has declared a war on the minute swimwear, favoured by stars from Rod Stewart (http://explore.dailymail.co.uk/people/stewart_rod) to Ronaldo, in a bid to maintain Britain's modesty and prevent embarrassment among fellow members of the public.
In fact, the resort is so dedicated to maintaining a family atmosphere and not scaring the kids that it's even considering offering complimentary male waxing to prevent unsightly hair from being on display.
Morwenna Angove, sales and marketing director for the Alton Towers Resort, said: 'Our Waterpark team observed an increase in the number of men wearing tighter trunk style swimwear whilst enjoying the tropical temperatures at the Alton Towers Resort waterpark.
'We feel this small brief style is not appropriate for a family venue so we are advising male bathers to wear more protective swimwear such as shorts.
'We are also looking into offering complimentary male waxing, which will ensure we preserve the dignity of all our guests.'
In place of the controversial Speedo, the resort urges British men to cover up with more socially-acceptable board shorts when heading to the pool.
The decision is somewhat contrary to the stance taken by many European resorts, particularly in France (http://explore.dailymail.co.uk/locations/countries/france), where Speedos are considered more sanitary than their more modern counterparts, the board shorts.
The Speedo style originated from the groundbreaking design made by the Australian company Speedo in the 1930s.
This is not the first time that Speedo has had one of its designs banned. In the 1930s and 40s the two-piece bikini was banned by Australian beach inspectors for being too shocking.
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On display: Rod Stewart is a particular fan of the 'snug' Speedo
Comment:
It is an outrage! - Women have been harming more eyes in unsightly bikinis than men in speedos. If men are not allowed to wear speedos then women should not be allowed to wear fitting bathing costumes either. So as men will have to wear shorts then women must wear dresses, otherwise it is gender inequality and could be punishable by UK law.
- Daniel, London, UK, 12/8/2009 19:27
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1205564/Alton-Towers-bans-Speedos-inappropriate-family-resort.html#ixzz0OLYmSxNe (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1205564/Alton-Towers-bans-Speedos-inappropriate-family-resort.html#ixzz0OLYmSxNe)
By Sarah Gordon (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/search.html?s=y&authornamef=Sarah+Gordon)
Last updated at 7:21 PM on 11th August 2009
It is known as the ultimate 80s fashion piece for men and has graced many an embarrassing holiday snap, but it could be the end of an era after a UK holiday resort announced a ban on the humble Speedo.
The Alton Towers Resort has declared a war on the minute swimwear, favoured by stars from Rod Stewart (http://explore.dailymail.co.uk/people/stewart_rod) to Ronaldo, in a bid to maintain Britain's modesty and prevent embarrassment among fellow members of the public.
In fact, the resort is so dedicated to maintaining a family atmosphere and not scaring the kids that it's even considering offering complimentary male waxing to prevent unsightly hair from being on display.
Morwenna Angove, sales and marketing director for the Alton Towers Resort, said: 'Our Waterpark team observed an increase in the number of men wearing tighter trunk style swimwear whilst enjoying the tropical temperatures at the Alton Towers Resort waterpark.
'We feel this small brief style is not appropriate for a family venue so we are advising male bathers to wear more protective swimwear such as shorts.
'We are also looking into offering complimentary male waxing, which will ensure we preserve the dignity of all our guests.'
In place of the controversial Speedo, the resort urges British men to cover up with more socially-acceptable board shorts when heading to the pool.
The decision is somewhat contrary to the stance taken by many European resorts, particularly in France (http://explore.dailymail.co.uk/locations/countries/france), where Speedos are considered more sanitary than their more modern counterparts, the board shorts.
The Speedo style originated from the groundbreaking design made by the Australian company Speedo in the 1930s.
This is not the first time that Speedo has had one of its designs banned. In the 1930s and 40s the two-piece bikini was banned by Australian beach inspectors for being too shocking.
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2009/08/10/article-0-0040366000000258-653_233x423.jpg
On display: Rod Stewart is a particular fan of the 'snug' Speedo
Comment:
It is an outrage! - Women have been harming more eyes in unsightly bikinis than men in speedos. If men are not allowed to wear speedos then women should not be allowed to wear fitting bathing costumes either. So as men will have to wear shorts then women must wear dresses, otherwise it is gender inequality and could be punishable by UK law.
- Daniel, London, UK, 12/8/2009 19:27
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1205564/Alton-Towers-bans-Speedos-inappropriate-family-resort.html#ixzz0OLYmSxNe (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1205564/Alton-Towers-bans-Speedos-inappropriate-family-resort.html#ixzz0OLYmSxNe)