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How to stick to your already lapsing New Year’s resolutions? With a carefully chosen holiday …

When the first flush of New Year's resolve has evaporated, the real work of tackling optimistically made plans begins. What better way to maintain momentum than with a holiday on the horizon? For most resolutions, there is a break to match, leaving you with no more excuses. Whether your agenda for 2009 includes finding love, running a marathon, or just getting a bit more peace and quiet, we have the solution.

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