Italy Just Lifted All COVID-19 Entry Restrictions

And masks will no longer be required starting June 15.

On Our Radar A Brand New $4 Billion Delta Terminal Debuts at LaGuardia This Weekend BRB, making LGA our preferred airport. Live Out Your Coastal Grandma Dreams at This Maine Resort The 17 cottages on Kennebunk Beach open on June 17. Italy Just Lifted All COVID-19 Entry Restrictions And masks will no longer be required starting June 15. Destination of the Day Tulum, Mexico Close your eyes and think of Tulum: images of untouched beaches, boho-chic bungalows, eco-friendly hostels, and yoga retreats may come to mind. This is the Tulum of twenty-some years ago, when the sleepy town on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula offered travelers a chance to truly get off the grid in style. And while the region is no longer a well-kept secret, the fundamental appeals of Tulum can still be experienced. Things to Do You may be tempted to spend your whole vacation at the beach, but don't miss out on all the other fun things Tulum has to offer. Don't leave without a visit to Tulum's archaeological site; it's the only Mayan walled city located right on the coast. If you're into health and wellness, check out the yoga, meditation, and holistic wellness offerings at Yäan Healing Sanctuary or Sanará. Nature-lovers shouldn't miss a day trip south to the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, which has tropical forests, mangroves, marshes, and a barrier reef just offshore. If you enjoy swaying to tropical rhythms or dancing to the beats of EDM, you'll also find your bliss in Tulum. Where to Eat The food in Tulum is fresh, inventive, and delicious. This is a great destination for food lovers and there's something to suit all tastes and palates. There are upscale restaurants like Hartwood, which offers a changing menu based on locally sourced foods, or Bal Nak, which serves creative takes on classic Yucatecan dishes. If you love seafood, head to El Camello Jr. for ceviche and Baja-style fish tacos. For vegan and vegetarian options, check out Raw Love or El Vegetariano Mar y Tierra. You can also find simple tacos and other cheap eats at Antojitos El Chiapaneco or Mexican-Italian comfort food at La Querida. Where to Stay On its quest to expand its footprint in the country, hotel giant Hilton is cashing in on the destination's popularity. It recently opened two new properties—the Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort and its luxury neighbor, the Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, where our editorial assistant Jalyn stayed for four days. (Guests of either can explore both properties and take advantage of their amenities.) Meanwhile, the 78-room boutique Kimpton Aluna Tulum features a rooftop bar and restaurant (to sip cocktails while watching the sunset), a spa, beach club, and palapa (thatched-hut) awnings. For more ideas on where to stay, read our expert-chosen list of the best beachfront hotels in Tulum.   Vacation Like a Pro   Most restaurants and bars, even upscale establishments, are cash only, so be sure to carry enough cash with you for what you need. There are ATMs around town where you can withdraw pesos directly from your bank account; not only is this usually the most convenient way to exchange funds, but this method also offers the best rate. Suzanne Barbezat Contributing Writer Your Packing List Be sure to pack some comfortable, lightweight clothing; natural fibers are best for the heat. It goes without saying you'll want to bring everything you'll need for a day at the beach, including a swimsuit, sunscreen, beach hat, beach bag, sunglasses, and flip-flops. Take a travel umbrella or a rain poncho in case you get caught in a storm. Pack some insect repellant, because along with the rain, there may be mosquitoes. Trending in Travel 10 Tried-and-True Beach Towels for a Day on the Sand The Best LGBTQ+ Hidden Gem in Every State How to Prepare for Long-Haul Flights with Kids Get Inspired The town of El Djem in Tunisia grew up around the ruins of the Roman city of Thysdrus, once one of the most prosperous settlements in North Africa. Much of the original architecture is now lost—with the exception of the city's mighty amphitheater. Built to house gladiator shows and chariot races, the amphitheater held 35,000 spectators and was one of the largest in the Empire. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the amphitheater is more intact than the Coliseum in Rome, with two-thirds of its triple-arcaded outer walls still standing.   Got Any Tips?   Have a travel tip or feedback on how we can improve? Send us a note at feedback@tripsavvy.com and you may just see it in a future newsletter! You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the TripSavvy newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here A DOTDASH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY, 10005 © 2021 tripsavvy.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy

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The 6 Stages of Change: Friday Fix

Whether you want to lose weight or get out of debt, change is a process–and much of that process happens long before we even begin to create change.

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Healthy Mind The 6 Stages of Change Amy Morin, LCSW Verywell Mind Editor-in-Chief Whether you want to lose weight or you want to get out of debt, change doesn't happen overnight. It's a process–and much of that process happens long before we even begin to create change. Before we set out to create change, our brains need to become convinced that we have a problem we need to address. It also needs to see that the cost of staying the same outweighs the risk of creating change. Change doesn't end just because we take action, however. We've all likely started a goal only to abandon it a few weeks later. Maybe it just felt too hard to do. Or maybe you didn't feel like the work you were putting in was effective. Fortunately, gaining a better understanding of how change works can help us make more informed decisions about the habits we want to change. It can also help increase the likelihood that the changes we make stick. Understanding the stages of change might also improve your relationships. After all, you've probably been in a situation where you've listened to a friend complain about their lives day after day without doing anything about it. You may have wondered why they didn't take action. Or maybe you've had a family member who insists that they just can't do something. You may have offered advice, lectured them, or even begged them to change to no avail. When you understand how change works, however, you'll have more effective ways to support them. In this episode, I explain the six stages of change, how you can apply them to your own process of change, and how you can help someone else in the process of creating changes in their own life. LISTEN NOW Follow Now: Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts / RSS Join the discussion on Instagram! EDITOR'S PICK OF THE WEEK The 7 Best Ways to Quit Drinking READ NOW  › READ THESE NEXT Strategies to Accomplish Each Stage of Behavior Change READ NOW  › How to Apply the Model to Overcome Addiction READ NOW  › Tips For Choosing Goals You Can Achieve READ NOW  › You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Healthy Mind newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. A DOTDASH MEREDITH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10005 © 2022 Verywellmind.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy