Simon Cowell spent his recent holiday in Barbados frolicking on the beach and getting active by exploring the shoreline on a jet ski. Good for him -- jet skiing for a couple of hours will burn around 600 calories and is definitely a healthier activity than lying on a sun lounger frying your skin.

The only problem? He spent his time on the jet ski puffing away on a cancer stick. Classy. Also: How do you keep a cigarette lit when you're playing on the water? I've been on a jet ski before, and it's not easy staying dry.

Methinks Simon should add 'quit smoking' to his New Year's resolutions -- then he can really enjoy his water sports on his next vacation.