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ME Magazine Summer 2009

Your Summer Stay-cation

Your Summer Stay-cation

With ever-tightening budgets, a vacation might be the furthest thing from your wallet. Yet according to Expedia.com's 2008 Vacation Deprivation Survey, 39 percent of employed U.S. adults reported feeling better about their job after returning from vacation.

Money, shmoney. Use these tips for taking a vacation without ever leaving town.

  • Plan as though you actually are going on a getaway. Take time off work, buy a new outfit and a beach-worthy book. Pack your suitcase.
  • Skip the plane tickets. Find a nearby hotel with a killer summer deal. Vacation = room service.
  • Look for local attractions that you have never seen before. Museums, parks, local theater productions or a little-known-tour of quirky spots in town.
  • Act like a tourist. Take pictures, smile at people, eat a hot dog from the sidewalk cart, ask the locals to recommend things to see, buy a cheesy T-shirt.
  • Let your cares melt away. A massage can help you get into relaxation mode. Step out of the ordinary and try a treatment that's new to you, such as a hot stone massage or facial at a Massage Envy Spa.

Give Yourself a Timeout

For children who misbehave, a timeout sounds like the ultimate punishment. But for stressed-out adults, it’s a dream come true. Try these simple and effective ways to relax:

1. Meditate. Sit in a relaxed position, in a calm atmosphere. Focus on soothing music, your own relaxed breathing or nothing at all.

2. Journal. Write down the daily events that caused you stress. Make sure to note the emotions you experienced and reflect on your entries.

3. Massage. Besides simply feeling great, regular professional massages can help improve circulation, lower blood pressure and help relieve tension headaches.

4. Walk. A little motivation and walking shoes are all you need to achieve total body rejuvenation. While walking, your body releases feel-good endorphins that help you think and feel better instantly.

5. Soak. A warm bath can help relax your muscles and your mind. Light an aromatherapy candle and play soothing music.

 
 


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