Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
jeudi 30 mai 2019
There's a New Mickey Mouse Pop-Up Museum at Disneyland, and It's an Instagram Dream
Disneyland is celebrating 90 wonderful years of Mickey Mouse with a new museum, Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration, and it's everything a Disney fan could want and more. Not only is it full of Instagram-worthy backdrops and rooms that bring the mouse to life in new and unexpected ways, but guests can also step into the past (literally) and climb aboard a black and white airplane as Mickey's copilot. There's also an entire room dedicated to Mickey-shaped treats, and you can relive some of Mickey's most iconic moments.
Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration is located at the west end of the Downtown Disney District and is open daily from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Guests must book reservations online, as tickets won't be available at the door. If you're looking for a fun Disneyland day but don't want to go into the park, the pop-up is a great option. Keep reading for more fun facts and photos about the limited-time museum, which currently has no official end date.
21 Genius Travel Products Amazon Customers Love - the Perfect Ratings Prove It
If only traveling were as easy as picking up a few of your favorite things and heading out the door. Now, it seems like my packing checklist is endless. From making sure I have the right size toiletries to getting proper power adapters, I find myself buying more and more products for my upcoming trips. When I'm looking for something specific, I often turn to Amazon - not only because it has just about everything to shop, but the shipping is fast, too. With an Amazon Prime account, I can get my things delivered in just a few days, making it easier than ever to ensure my bag is ready to go.
One of my favorite things about shopping the site is hunting down the best of the best products. Thanks to its community of customers who love leaving long, in-depth reviews, I can get sucked in reading them for hours. To make sure we found the absolute best items for your trip, we searched for the bestselling and top-rated products customers love. Ahead, you'll find 21 useful things that all have perfect five-star ratings. What else do you need to know? Keep reading to see what your suitcase is missing.
Here's How to Block Someone on Instagram
If you're on social media, you probably have a bit of a love/hate relationship with Instagram. You can post fun photos and stories, connect with friends, and get travel and food inspiration. But you can also come across unfriendly people, mean comments, and content that you might find triggering in some way. When that happens, it's best to clean up your feed however you see fit to make sure looking at Instagram only makes you feel good and happy. While deleting users from your feed is good, it's sometimes not enough and you need to take it one step further. That's where the block feature comes in.
Designed to make an Instagram user's experience the best that it can be, the block feature offers a way to filter out anyone from seeing your posts, as well as commenting on and liking them. Blocking a user is super simple and safe, as users aren't notified when you block them - though a user can click on your profile and see that they've been blocked after the fact. Instagram also makes sure that a user's likes and comments aren't removed from your photos and videos after you block them.
So how does one go about blocking another Instagram user? First, go to their profile and click the three small dots in the top right corner. Next, click "Block." Instagram will confirm with you that you are indeed looking to block said user, and you would either select "Block" or cancel the request completely. Instagram will then show you that the user is blocked, and they will no longer be able to see any of your posts - plus, you'll no longer be able to see any of theirs.
Users can always unblock another user by following the same steps listed above and clicking "Unblock" instead.
If You're Puerto Rican Like Me, Follow These Tips When Traveling Abroad
The moment I decided I was going to live abroad for five months by myself, I knew figuring out how to survive without my abuela helping me in the kitchen and my precious coffee was going to be difficult but not almost impossible. I was not prepared for not finding any homey comfort that reminded me of Puerto Rico. Through a lot of homesickness and desire for things that were not dominant in Europe, I had to learn how to maintain my "Puerto Ricanness" the hard way, but it led me to feel more in touch with my identity than ever. Here are some things I wish I knew before heading out to live and travel in Europe.
Summer Vacation, Here We Come! 10 Hot Destinations You Should Visit in June
The beginning of Summer calls for a celebration and a new adventure. Throughout the month of June, there are tons of must-do events, whether you're a foodie, nature-lover, or yogi. From the Chocolate Festival in Grenada to a new luxury hotel opening in Boston, pack your bags, and kick off the season by traveling to a new destination. Here are the 10 best June trip ideas, which are all a perfect way to kick off your Summer vacation!
If You're Puerto Rican Like Me, Follow These Tips When Traveling Abroad
The moment I decided I was going to live abroad for five months by myself, I knew figuring out how to survive without my abuela helping me in the kitchen and my precious coffee was going to be difficult but not almost impossible. I was not prepared for not finding any homey comfort that reminded me of Puerto Rico. Through a lot of homesickness and desire for things that were not dominant in Europe, I had to learn how to maintain my "Puerto Ricanness" the hard way, but it led me to feel more in touch with my identity than ever. Here are some things I wish I knew before heading out to live and travel in Europe.
38 Cute and Comfy Travel Clothes Every Curvy Girl Needs in Her Suitcase This Summer
Packing for any trip can be stressful, no matter the destination. If you're headed on a tropical vacation, you'll want pieces that are light and airy. If you're going on a European getaway, you'll need comfy and stylish picks. Thanks to the internet, it's easier than ever to find exactly what you need, but it's filled with thousands of brands and options, so we did the hard work for you and hunted down the best of the best for all your Summer adventures.
Ahead, you'll find everything from flattering dresses to lightweight tops and cozy pants for the plane ride. The best part: they come in a wide range of sizes so you'll be sure to find your perfect match. From brands like Reformation and Loft, our favorites are affordable and cute. So, what are you waiting for? Keep scrolling to shop and find your next Summer must-haves.
The 14 Best Carry-On Bags to Help Your Survive the Summer Travel Season in Style
Ready or not, here comes Summer! The airports and train stations are busier than ever at this time of year, with what feels like the entire world off on some fabulous vacation. Whether you're setting that "out of office" notice for a week or just taking a quick weekend getaway, we're team carry-on at POPSUGAR. That way, you don't have to worry about lost luggage, and you can focus on enjoying your trip, with all your belongings in tow.
Wherever you're heading this season, be prepared with a great carry-on. Whether or not you like a wheeled bag, there are great options available right now. They come with plenty of pockets and space to store as much as humanly possible. If you pack properly, one bag is all you need, so make sure it's one of these chic, high-quality finds. Now that you're prepared to travel, go enjoy that vacation!
A Game of Thrones Cruise Exists, and I'm SO Ready to Sip Cocktails in King's Landing
Arya sails away from the Seven Kingdoms in the Game of Thrones series finale, but for one lucky fan, it looks like the waters of Westeros might just lead right back to where it all began. In honor of the show's emotion-packed ending, a cruise line is hosting a competition to win a spot on a Game of Thrones-inspired trip! All you have to do to secure a spot on board the Westeros- and Essos-bound yacht - which is way cooler than the Iron Fleet, BTW - is answer one simple question: Which Game of Thrones characters are you and your friends most like?
The competition, fit for Starks and Lannisters alike, is hosted by Cruise Croatia, and the trip includes seven nights aboard a yacht. The winner of the contest will travel to some of the most scenic Game of Thrones filming locations in Croatia, including Split and Dubrovnik. So, want to embrace your inner Khaleesi? Kick back and relax with some cocktails on the island of Hvar. Feeling more adventurous? Visit the Krka National Park and its Instagram-worthy waterfalls. At the end of the trip, you can even enjoy a farewell party in King's Landing itself.
The cruise departs from Split, Croatia on August 8, 2020 and will dock in Dubrovnik, Croatia on August 15, 2020. Only one winner and the three most loyal members of their royal council will get to experience the Thrones-themed adventure. Entries will be accepted until midnight on June 9, 2019, so embrace your inner Samwell Tarly and write like you mean it, then check out the cruise line's website for more details about the dragon-sized trip of a lifetime.
9 Things You Should Never Feel Bad About Doing After a Breakup
Breakups are the worst. There's no instruction manual for how to navigate the end of a relationship, and even if you're the one who decided to call it quits, it can still hurt like hell.
While it's true that not every breakup turns into a total breakdown, some of them are definitely tougher to deal with than others. And in the aftermath of those really sucky splits, the very least we can do is cut ourselves a little slack. You can (and should!) wallow, eat ice cream, and feel sad and weird. It's all part of mourning what once was and moving on. So, if you're in middle of a rough one right now, read on for a few reminders of things you should absolutely not feel bad about while you work your way through a heartbreak.
Summer Road Trip? Add These 24 Charming American Small Towns to Your List
If you've already backpacked across Europe, jetted to Tokyo, or lounged on a tropical beach somewhere, you're probably looking for a bit of a different vacation to take next. Or, if you haven't done any of those things and just prefer staying a bit closer to home, exploring America's backyard is such a great option! We have National Parks, rich history and culture, and views that are too beautiful to capture in a single photo.
Small towns in America are like living time capsules. Visitors get a taste of what once was, from the old mom-and-pop shops and the architecture to the food and the surrounding scenery, and the locals take pride in to keeping it alive. If you're looking for a weekend getaway or planning a cross-country road trip with your friends, be sure to add these small towns to your list to experience these hidden gems of America.
Mandy Moore Glows at the Foot of Everest - Everything to Know About Her Base Camp Hike
For those of you who haven't been stalking Mandy Moore's Instagram as closely as I have for the past couple of weeks, the 35-year-old This Is Us actress has some exciting news: she's officially completed her 10-day hike to Mount Everest Base Camp.
Mandy is an avid hiker, and she's checked adventure after adventure off her bucket list over the past year, from summiting Mount Kilimanjaro last April to trekking through Chile earlier in the year and New Zealand just last month. Check out her Instagram Stories of the excursions - you won't be disappointed.
Everest is in a class of its own, though, and just hiking to Base Camp at the foot of the mountain is a serious challenge, covering 40 miles one way and rising over 18,000 feet in elevation. (Read this amazing firsthand account of how hard the trek actually is.) "This trip has only just started but my soul is already forever changed," Mandy wrote in one post, a few days into the hike. "The power and energy contained in these mountains is humbling, to say the least."
She shared that she went into the trip "relatively blind" on purpose. "Not unprepared, mind you . . . but I wanted to venture forward into the unknown with an open mind and heart and as free of expectations as possible," learning about the customs and culture of the local Sherpa people and taking in the breathtaking (literally) landscape.
Of course, the trip wasn't just a bucket list check mark for Mandy. She completed the excursion with The Juniper Fund, an organization that gives financial support, job training, and grants to the families of local workers who are killed working in the Himalayas. And the hike was led by Melissa Arnot, cofounder of the fund, six-time Everest climber, the first American woman to successfully summit and descend the peak without supplemental oxygen, and Mandy's self-described "girl crush." (They met in the Winter of 2018. "I happen to think it was love or at least unbridled admiration at first sight," Mandy wrote. "I immediately confided in her my deep desire to travel and climb mountains together.")
For Mandy, the hike was a learning experience from start to finish, during which she mastered skills like breathing at high altitude ("It's essentially a big inhale and a sharp, forceful exhale, like you're blowing out a candle across the room") and mental focus and agility while in the "pain cave" that comes with endless exercise in harsh conditions. "I dug deep while in the midst of all of those pressure breaths and made a mental list of things that scared me but I was anxious to tackle," Mandy wrote in her most recent post. "Now that I'm back on solid ground, I can't wait to [go] home and get to it."
And we can't wait to hear what adventure she takes on next. Check out Mandy's start-to-finish photos of the incredible experience and read her empowering, thoughtful words ahead. (Fingers crossed we get to hear more about her epic hikes at POPSUGAR Play/Ground in June.) And if you're feeling inspired to take on this excursion yourself, or are simply as utterly fascinated as I am, read these 32 essential Everest Base Camp tips from an editor who completed the trip herself.
Is Being Anxious Before Your Wedding a Bad Sign? Here's What the Experts Have to Say
If you're about to walk down the aisle, you're probably feeling some butterflies and jitters due to excitement and anticipation. Or, if you're more of a nervous type, you might be a little uneasy about having all eyes on you, potentially tripping over your dress, and having the food come out wrong. Stress, worry, and anxiety before your big day are all normal, but could it ever be a red flag that something isn't quite right? We spoke to a few experts to see what they had to say, so just take a deep breath and keep reading.
Is Prewedding Anxiety Normal?
In short? Yeah, it is. "Anxiety - because you're ready to participate in a major life event - is probably a good thing to have," David Bennett, counselor and relationship expert with Double Trust Dating, told POPSUGAR. "This is normal, performance-related anxiety that you might get before a big public speech or musical or athletic performance."
However, having anxiety because you don't think it's the right choice to commit to your partner for life is another situation. "While some degree of anxiety in this regard is normal (after all, marriage is a big decision), many couples I have worked with who experienced this doubt and hesitation ended up later separating," he continued.
Anxiety before your wedding could be a variety of things, so look at the cause. "If it comes from a place of, 'This is the most amazing event in my life and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with this person,' you're good. If it comes from a place of, 'Oh man, I have to spend the rest of my life with this person?,' it could be a red flag," Bennett said.
What If the Anxiety Is Mild?
We usually feel anxiety when we're not able to predict the way things will turn out. Whatever your anxiety is related to, whether it's the wedding ceremony, finances, or your partner's behavior, you can try to increase the predictability with better preparation and use it to your advantage. "You may want to double-check the logistics, create a backup plan, and talk to your partner about the things that bother you," Ana Jovanovic, psychologist and life coach at Parenting Pod, told POPSUGAR. "Anxiety can push you into some productive actions. As long as it's mild and manageable, it can serve as a signal that amplifies the need for clarity and precision and directs your thinking process towards satisfying that need."
That anxiety directs your attention to those questions that may have been lingering in your mind for a while, but you never thought it was the right time to address them. Talk them out now, and it should dissipate.
What If You're Questioning the Marriage?
The unpleasantness of anxiety can cause you to question whether getting married is the right step to make. You may find it similar to the gut feeling that something is just wrong. "This is usually the moment when people start challenging their decisions and trying to get reassured that the alarm anxiety set off is actually a false one," Jovanovic explained. "However, they're doing so by starting with the hypothesis 'There's something wrong.' Naturally, when you're looking for things that are wrong, chances are your partner will feel like you're not trusting and loving them enough to marry them. This can be hurtful and damaging for a relationship."
So if that anxiety isn't related to excitement or checking off deadlines, but more about worrying about being with that one person for the rest of your life and whether or not you love them, that's not a good sign. "When anxiety is too difficult to bear (the level at which it becomes such is different for different people), it's usually a sign that something is wrong," Jovanovic said. "When it overwhelms you and paralyzes you from taking action to alleviate it, we can label it as 'bad.'"
How to Calm Down
If it's minor and not related to life commitment, there are ways to calm yourself down. "Mindfulness is defined as paying attention on purpose and nonjudgmentally in the present moment. One way I suggest to instantly apply mindfulness is to find something you haven't noticed before in the environment and pay attention to it," Bennett said, adding that you should become aware of how it looks and even sounds or smells. "Another technique I like is to count backwards from 1,000 by sevens. This requires the use of the frontal lobe of the brain, which is like the brain's master operator. By doing this, you're activating the logical part of your brain, and this will give time for the more emotional parts of the brain to cool down." You have to choose a difficult counting system, otherwise the task is so automatic that it won't require effort from your frontal lobe.
5 Questions to Ask Your Partner That Are Way Better Than "How Was Your Day?"
Raise your hand if this conversation sounds familiar to you: "How was your day?" "Good. How was your day?" "Good." Now, let's change it up a little, shall we? Whether you and your partner have the opportunity to spend several hours together every day or just a few minutes, there are much better questions you can ask other than requesting a daily one-word overview. The best questions stimulate conversation, make your partner think, and bring the two of you closer together (no matter how well you already know each other). Here are some questions you might consider asking your partner when they get home from work tonight rather than saying, "How was your day?"
If You Drive Often, These 13 Clever Car Products From Walmart Will Make Life Easier
My car is a hot mess. I tend to let my belongings build up, and the clutter can be stressful. That's why I took it upon myself as a shopping editor to hunt down the best car products customers can buy online. Whether you're an everyday commuter or planning a long road trip, there are plenty of genius inventions out there that make driving a million times easier.
From visor organizers to charging phone mounts, you won't believe what you can find at Walmart. We curated a list of the most brilliant car products you can currently purchase on the site. Check them out, and invest in something new before summertime rolls around. You'll be so glad you did when you start driving around.
Ask Your Bridesmaids If They'll "Be There For You" With These Friends-Themed Wine Labels
Looking for clever ways to celebrate your bridal party can be tricky, but if you're Friends-obsessed, your decision just got easier. Sellers on Etsy have customizable wine labels that say "The One Where She's a Bridesmaid" and "The One Where She's a Maid of Honor," and they're the perfect way to ask your closest friends if they'll "be there for you" on your big day.
On the flip side, if you're the guest or bridesmaid looking for a fun gift for the ultimate Friends fan getting married, you can get her one that says "The One Where [Customized Name] Gets Married." Just pick a nice bottle of wine, carefully apply the label, and you're good to go! It might be 2019, but '90s bachelorette party accessories have never been better.
Have WAY Too Many Pictures on Your Phone? Try This Routine to Keep Your Storage in Check
I'd tell you how many pictures are on my phone, but I'm too embarrassed, so let's just say there are a lot of them. The photos go all the way back to 2011, the year I bought my first iPhone, and while I've always taken plenty of pictures, the number increased tenfold once I became a parent, and my camera roll got pretty out of control. So how do I maximize my storage, and how often should you delete the pictures on your phone? Well, a few months ago, I came up with a simple routine to keep the number of photos in check, and it's been a game changer.
For me, the hardest part has always been remembering to delete pictures. At any given event, I'd take a bunch of photos, maybe post one on social media, and then forget to delete all the ones that weren't worth saving. Those blurry extras quickly add up! Toss in a whole lot of baby photos that all seem cute enough to keep, the product screenshots you swear you'll revisit later, plus some concert videos (don't worry, I'm not a person who holds up my phone throughout the whole concert! Maybe just a song snippet or two!), and suddenly you're looking at several thousand pictures on your phone. Yikes.
The more the photos added up, the more daunting the task of deleting them started to feel, so I procrastinated. "Oh, I'll clean this up on a rainy day," I'd think, and then a month or so would pass and another couple hundred photos would be added to the mix. Eventually, I decided I needed to come up with a system.
Here's the photo-deleting routine I follow now:
- Monthly: I've set up an alert on my phone to remind me at the beginning of each month to delete photos from the previous few weeks. That way, I'm only dealing with a month's worth of pictures each time, and it's a fairly quick to-do that I can complete while watching TV or commuting.
- Seasonally: Every few months, I revisit photos from the past season because usually, with a little bit of distance, there are more pictures I feel fine about deleting, especially when it comes to screenshots of products I liked or the eighth video of my son reading.
- Annually: After having to buy more iCloud storage at one point, mostly because of my giant photo collection, I've made a point to reevaluate my iCloud situation at the end of each year. It's one of those things that I'd forget to do until it was too late, but now that I've gotten used to this regular routine, it's just another step I'll add each December.
No, this system isn't exactly an earth-shattering concept, but it is a very simple way to keep the photos on your phone more organized, and it's pretty great to know that you don't have to sift through a whole bunch of pointless pictures to find the ones that are most special to you.
Looking for more tech hacks? Check out helpful iPhone tips, including how to manage iCloud storage.
Here's What to Do If You Drop Your Phone in Water (Hint: Don't Use Rice)
When you drop your phone in water, the first thing you probably do is panic. Then, after the initial shock and horror wear off and you quickly remove it from the water, wherever that may be (if it's a toilet, we feel your pain), you're probably wondering what to do next. Well, try not to further freak out, because you want to make sure you first remove the battery (don't bother powering it off unless that's your only option for cutting the power). This is to prevent it from short circuiting. But is it possible to save a phone that's been completely submerged in water? Sometimes. Here's what to try.
1. Drop the Phone Into a Bag of Drying Agents
The cheapest phone-saving strategy that many people seem to share most often is dropping your wet phone into a bag of dried rice, sealing it up, and allowing it to sit for 24 to 36 hours. It might be wise to lightly wrap the phone in a paper towel because when dry rice absorbs liquid, well, it becomes wet rice. And wet rice sticking in all of your phones orifices isn't exactly an ideal scenario. If it were me, I would not use a bag of rice unless I was completely desperate. There are much better drying agents to use, like the silica packets you find in shoe boxes, vitamin bottles, and sometimes freeze-dried fruits (the ones that say "Do Not Eat"). These are meant for keeping environments dry and would be a much better strategy than a bag of sticky rice.
2. Wash Your Phone
Say what? I don't know about you, but I'm not too keen on using a phone that fell into a toilet bowl without washing it off. If it happens to fall into a large body of salty water like the ocean, you don't want to leave the salt water on there. When washing it, running water over it gently is probably your best bet, but do not submerge it in water.
3. Allow It to Dry For a Long Time
Forty-eight hours should be the minimum amount of time allowed for letting your phone dry. Waiting longer is even better. When you're setting it up to dry, try to avoid shaking it or moving it around too much because you don't want to shake the water into previously dry spaces. It's also a good idea to dry it at a slant after it has sat for a while, tilting it so the USB port faces down, allowing any remaining water to drain out of the phone.
4. The "Don't" List
Don't blow dry your phone or use heat sources to try and make the water evaporate. Phones, and technology in general, aren't huge fans of that type of suffering. Don't stick your phone in the freezer - water expands as it freezes. Don't try and use your phone to see if it still works right after the incident. And don't plug it in.
A wet phone isn't necessarily a death sentence for your trusty sidekick. With some preventative and preparatory measures, a wet phone might just be a minor problem rather than a major catastrophe.
37 Surreal Places to See the Clearest, Bluest Water on Earth
There's nothing more tantalizing than seeing a body of clear, blue water, and some of the most impressive places to get your fill (pun intended) are so stunning you won't believe they're real. But seriously, these hot spots are otherworldly. No need to book an international flight to take a peek at these surreal watery wonders, we've rounded up the best shots for your viewing pleasure. (Although you may want to fly to your favorites after you see them!) Check out the most incredible oceans and lakes that you can visit and dive right into - they're calling your name!
Wedding Champagne Walls Are So Pretty, I Want to Set One Up in My Living Room Right Now
When I was a kid, I dreamed of having a chocolate fountain as the centerpiece at my wedding someday. If you asked me today, I'd probably still like the idea of the chocolate fountain a lot, but it'd definitely be a tossup between that or one of these amazing Champagne walls. The floral decor at most weddings is gorgeous in its own right, but Champagne walls double as a piece of art and a photo backdrop, so you can sip and snap pictures at the same time!
While some of these eye-catching installations are structural and clean, others are hidden by shrubbery to create a floating illusion, which looks like it takes a little more planning but is definitely worth it for the photo ops. Seriously, if I ever attend a wedding and they have a Champagne wall, I'm heading straight over for a selfie - and a glass of bubbly, of course. See the gorgeous piece of wedding decor ahead, and maybe take some inspiration for any big parties or celebrations coming up in your life.
There's a New Mickey Mouse Pop-Up Museum at Disneyland, and It's an Instagram Dream
Disneyland is celebrating 90 wonderful years of Mickey Mouse with a new museum, Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration, and it's everything a Disney fan could want and more. Not only is it full of Instagram-worthy backdrops and rooms that bring the mouse to life in new and unexpected ways, but guests can also step into the past (literally) and climb aboard a black and white airplane as Mickey's copilot. There's also an entire room dedicated to Mickey-shaped treats, and you can relive some of Mickey's most iconic moments.
Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration is located at the west end of the Downtown Disney District and is open daily from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Guests must book reservations online, as tickets won't be available at the door. If you're looking for a fun Disneyland day but don't want to go into the park, the pop-up is a great option. Keep reading for more fun facts and photos about the limited-time museum, which currently has no official end date.
21 Genius Travel Products Amazon Customers Love - the Perfect Ratings Prove It
If only traveling were as easy as picking up a few of your favorite things and heading out the door. Now, it seems like my packing checklist is endless. From making sure I have the right size toiletries to getting proper power adapters, I find myself buying more and more products for my upcoming trips. When I'm looking for something specific, I often turn to Amazon - not only because it has just about everything to shop, but the shipping is fast, too. With an Amazon Prime account, I can get my things delivered in just a few days, making it easier than ever to ensure my bag is ready to go.
One of my favorite things about shopping the site is hunting down the best of the best products. Thanks to its community of customers who love leaving long, in-depth reviews, I can get sucked in reading them for hours. To make sure we found the absolute best items for your trip, we searched for the bestselling and top-rated products customers love. Ahead, you'll find 21 useful things that all have perfect five-star ratings. What else do you need to know? Keep reading to see what your suitcase is missing.
Here's How to Block Someone on Instagram
If you're on social media, you probably have a bit of a love/hate relationship with Instagram. You can post fun photos and stories, connect with friends, and get travel and food inspiration. But you can also come across unfriendly people, mean comments, and content that you might find triggering in some way. When that happens, it's best to clean up your feed however you see fit to make sure looking at Instagram only makes you feel good and happy. While deleting users from your feed is good, it's sometimes not enough and you need to take it one step further. That's where the block feature comes in.
Designed to make an Instagram user's experience the best that it can be, the block feature offers a way to filter out anyone from seeing your posts, as well as commenting on and liking them. Blocking a user is super simple and safe, as users aren't notified when you block them - though a user can click on your profile and see that they've been blocked after the fact. Instagram also makes sure that a user's likes and comments aren't removed from your photos and videos after you block them.
So how does one go about blocking another Instagram user? First, go to their profile and click the three small dots in the top right corner. Next, click "Block." Instagram will confirm with you that you are indeed looking to block said user, and you would either select "Block" or cancel the request completely. Instagram will then show you that the user is blocked, and they will no longer be able to see any of your posts - plus, you'll no longer be able to see any of theirs.
Users can always unblock another user by following the same steps listed above and clicking "Unblock" instead.
If You're Puerto Rican Like Me, Follow These Tips When Traveling Abroad
The moment I decided I was going to live abroad for five months by myself, I knew figuring out how to survive without my abuela helping me in the kitchen and my precious coffee was going to be difficult but not almost impossible. I was not prepared for not finding any homey comfort that reminded me of Puerto Rico. Through a lot of homesickness and desire for things that were not dominant in Europe, I had to learn how to maintain my "Puerto Ricanness" the hard way, but it led me to feel more in touch with my identity than ever. Here are some things I wish I knew before heading out to live and travel in Europe.
Summer Vacation, Here We Come! 10 Hot Destinations You Should Visit in June
The beginning of Summer calls for a celebration and a new adventure. Throughout the month of June, there are tons of must-do events, whether you're a foodie, nature-lover, or yogi. From the Chocolate Festival in Grenada to a new luxury hotel opening in Boston, pack your bags, and kick off the season by traveling to a new destination. Here are the 10 best June trip ideas, which are all a perfect way to kick off your Summer vacation!
52 Disney Quote Tattoos That Are Practically Perfect in Every Way
From love and loss to friendship and forgiveness, Disney movies (and Walt himself) have some profound life lessons to teach us - and often in the form of inspirational quotes. Whether we should let it go or just keep swimming, Disney's lessons are usually spot on and serve as a powerful reminder of how to be our best selves.
For those who prefer a more permanent reminder, tattoos of Disney quotes are a good way to go. They can be a great way to show off Disney pride - either complete with character accompaniments or just with the words for a more subtle approach. See some of our favorites, and maybe, just maybe, get an idea for your own Disney-inspired ink.
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
Miss the Good Old Days? Here Are 10 Ways to Simplify Your Technology-Driven Life
There's no doubt that technology has afforded us easier access to information and opportunities. But if you're like me, you might have a complicated relationship with it that falls somewhere in between uneasiness and complete reliance. It's only natural to be anxious about how the rapid fire of notifications impacts your mental and physical health in the long run. After all, blue light from screens has been connected with eye strain and poorer sleep quality. Computers and phones can also make it hard to stay present, either bombarding you with distractions or making it all too easy to do more work out of the office. It is, as they say, a struggle. But it's possible to live like the good old days while still being surrounded by technology. Here are a few tips that can help you preserve your sanity in an increasingly tech-reliant world!
How to Restart Your Apple Watch
The Apple Watch is great for so many things - getting email notifications, tracking your fitness progress, and even making your Disney trip more enjoyable. But what happens when it starts acting up or freezing? To help alleviate these problems on the iPhone, a quick reset usually does the trick, but with the watch's different design and supported functions, you probably wonder if you can do the same. Thankfully, you can. Performing a restart or a hard restart on the watch is pretty simple and only involves a few easy-to-follow steps.
If You Want to Restart Your Apple Watch
If you would like to restart your watch, first locate the side button. Press and hold this button until a "Power Off" slider appears on the screen and drag the slider over to power down the watch. Once your watch shuts off, hold down the side button once again until the Apple logo shows up on the screen. Keep in mind though that the Apple Watch cannot be restarted while charging, so be sure to disconnect it beforehand.
If You Want to Force Restart Your Apple Watch
Apple suggests you should only do a hard restart on your Apple Watch as the last resort when it's not responding to commands, and you should definitely not do a forced restart when it's updating watchOS. But if you absolutely must, press down the side button and Digital Crown at the same time for 10 seconds until the Apple logo appears on the screen. That's all there is to it!
Magnolia Home's Summer Collection Is Here, It's Beautiful, and We Want It ALL
After watching all five seasons of HGTV's Fixer Upper, it's safe to say we all want to bring home Joanna Gaines's style. The designer's rustic, wholesome approach has touched our hearts in more ways than one, making Joanna and her husband Chip a hot commodity in the interior design world. Although not all of us can be graced with a Fixer Upper from the Gaineses themselves, there are still a number of ways to get Joanna's touch. From the couple's endless collaborations with brands like Target and Anthropologie to their very own Magnolia brand, it's never been easier to incorporate Joanna's farmhouse style into our everyday lives.
Fortunately, with the sunny season in mind, Magnolia released its 2019 Summer collection, and its attractive home accents may be hotter than Waco, TX, on a Summer day. Prep and prime your home for summertime with these Magnolia Home pieces ahead!
6 Best Dog Breeds For Families With Small Kids
It's not unusual for families to adopt a dog around the same time as having their own children. But are some dog breeds better suited for families with small children? We were recently asked that, so we reached out to Dr. Eva Radke, DVM, of the East San Rafael Veterinary Clinic in California to see what we could come up with.
There are various things to consider, according to Radke, aside from a dog just being a family-friendly breed. She recommends taking your own daily life into account. "Are you an active family who spends a lot of time hiking, running, and camping?" she asks. "Or do you tend to stay home cooking and enjoying movies? You will want to choose a dog whose temperament, size, and energy level best matches your family."
At the end of the day, it's also important to remember that your dog is just that: a dog. "Even the gentlest-mannered dog is still an animal with her own set of instincts and ways to express herself," Radke said. She suggests you never leave your small children unattended with the dog, just in case, and always supervise them when they're together. Your pup may always tolerate the ear and tail tugs from your kid, but you don't want to run the risk of the dog snapping one day when you aren't paying attention.
Keep reading to find six dog breeds Radke said are best suited for families, based on each breed's typical personality traits.
Excuse Me?! Disney World's New Dole Whip Treat Is Made With Watermelon Syrup and Rum!
Pineapple Dole Whip has been a hit at Disney World all on its own for years now, so imagine how delighted I was to hear that the park is now serving up a new version of the treat that includes - wait for it - rum and watermelon syrup. Yes, in celebration of some of your favorite characters from The Lion King, Disney World took the its classic Dole Whip dessert and infused it with rum to make a treat called the King's Cooler.
Along with the rum-infused Dole Whip, the new addition is topped with a bright red syrup made of watermelon and coconut. You can find the King's Cooler - as well as a non-alcoholic version called Simba's Sunset - at Tamu Tamu in Animal Kingdom. Read ahead to see what it looks like IRL.
The 14 Best Carry-On Bags to Help Your Survive the Summer Travel Season in Style
Ready or not, here comes Summer! The airports and train stations are busier than ever at this time of year, with what feels like the entire world off on some fabulous vacation. Whether you're setting that "out of office" notice for a week or just taking a quick weekend getaway, we're team carry-on at POPSUGAR. That way, you don't have to worry about lost luggage, and you can focus on enjoying your trip, with all your belongings in tow.
Wherever you're heading this season, be prepared with a great carry-on. Whether or not you like a wheeled bag, there are great options available right now. They come with plenty of pockets and space to store as much as humanly possible. If you pack properly, one bag is all you need, so make sure it's one of these chic, high-quality finds. Now that you're prepared to travel, go enjoy that vacation!
Stranger Things Ice Cream Is Coming to Baskin-Robbins - Yes, There's a Waffle Flavor
Baskin-Robbins is getting turned upside down. Ahead of the release of Stranger Things season three on July 4, the ice cream chain is releasing limited-edition menu items and flavors inspired by the sci-fi show with a cult following. Naturally, waffles are involved. (Get it? Because Eleven loves Eggos?)
Let's get into it: starting in June, Baskin-Robbins will begin selling an eye-catching Demogorgon Sundae, Upside Down Sundae, Elevenade Freeze, and Byers' House Lights Polar Pizza Ice Cream Treat. The new flavors, meanwhile, include Eleven's Heaven, Upside Down Pralines, and USS Butterscotch Quarts, which is a nod to the forthcoming season's beachy theme. Learn more about the fun (and delightfully creepy) selections ahead.
Walmart Has an Impressive Collection of Wicker Furniture That Was Made For Summer
When it comes to the Summer season, we want to be outside as much as possible, whether that's at pool parties, barbecues, or just lounging around our backyard. We particularly love outdoor furniture because it's a functional way to fill up space and it brings so much joy to our lives. Right now, we're into classic wicker furniture, which is exactly what we think of when we think patio furniture. It may be a staple, but it's totally timeless, and it looks good everywhere.
There are so many different ways you can utilize wicker in your outdoor space. There's the classic lounge chairs, but you can also use the material in porch swings, big sectionals, and even dining tables. Walmart has an amazing selection of wicker furniture sets that are so cute and functional, you won't need to look anywhere else. Just keep reading to shop our picks, and then go enjoy the Summer!
My Mouth Is Puckering Just Reading the Ingredients in Ben & Jerry's Tart New Flavor
Ben & Jerry's ice cream tends to be packed with chocolate and cookie dough, but that doesn't mean the brand forgets about sour sorbets. There's a brand-new flavor called Pucker Upper that's all about fruity, tart flavor, and my mouth is honestly quivering just thinking about it.
The pint is packed with raspberry sorbet, an "extra tart lemonade sorbet swirl," and sour sugar bits. If you gravitate toward sour candy and refreshing sorbets over heavier ice cream, this is definitely for you. Pucker Upper is here just in time for Summer and is available at scoop shops and in stores for a limited time. Get ready for a blast of sweet and sour!
Summer Road Trip? Add These 24 Charming American Small Towns to Your List
If you've already backpacked across Europe, jetted to Tokyo, or lounged on a tropical beach somewhere, you're probably looking for a bit of a different vacation to take next. Or, if you haven't done any of those things and just prefer staying a bit closer to home, exploring America's backyard is such a great option! We have National Parks, rich history and culture, and views that are too beautiful to capture in a single photo.
Small towns in America are like living time capsules. Visitors get a taste of what once was, from the old mom-and-pop shops and the architecture to the food and the surrounding scenery, and the locals take pride in to keeping it alive. If you're looking for a weekend getaway or planning a cross-country road trip with your friends, be sure to add these small towns to your list to experience these hidden gems of America.
OMG, Aldi Is Releasing Its $9 Bottled Mimosa in a Mango Flavor
There's a new item joining Aldi's growing list of pre-mixed brunch cocktails, and it might just be our favorite one yet. Just months after the grocery brand announced a $9 mimosa drink in a pineapple flavor, Aldi is back with a brand-new easy-to-serve bottle, and this one comes in a sweet mango flavor.
Like last Summer's pomegranate mimosa and last Spring's classic flavor, the mango mimosa will come pre-mixed in a 750-milliliter bottle that you can enjoy with a few friends in the comfort of your own home or while lounging around at the park. The bottled drink will be available at Aldi on June 19, which means you have plenty of time to send this one to the group chat and get your brunch plans in order!
12 Luxurious Futons That Are Nothing Like the Ones You Had in College
After my roommates moved out, my boyfriend and I were lucky enough to inherit another room in our apartment. I wanted a guest room for friends and he wanted an office. Unfortunately, we couldn't fit both, so we thought we could meet in the middle and get a futon. That style, though, instantly made us think of those clunky old metal ones every college dorm had. I quickly turned to the internet to search for one, and was shocked at how many elevated choices there were. My favorite picks were surprisingly all from Walmart. The retailer is filled with so many stylish furniture pieces at affordable prices, it was hard to resist.
I went on a mission to find the best picks the site has to offer. From thick tufted ones to luxe velvet choices, there's no shortage of good finds ahead. So, if you're also on the hunt for a versatile sleeper sofa, you've come to the right place. Keep reading to shop my top picks and find the perfect one for your home.
Cookies For Breakfast, Anyone? Oreo O's Cereal Is Now Mega Stuffed With Marshmallows!
It looks like Oreo O's cereal is taking a surprisingly sweet page out of the Lucky Charms handbook and adding marshmallows to the mix, so prepare to have your sweet tooth majorly satisfied. The new Mega Stuf Oreo O's Cereal combines the brand's chocolaty, crunchy cereal O's with a generous helping of mini marshmallows, meant to recreate the taste of a classic (or Double Stuf) Oreo cookie. Available exclusively at Walmart, the new cereal will be sold in a standard 10.5-ounce cereal box ($4) or a 28-ounce resealable bag. Check out the cookie-inspired cereal ahead, and get ready to have cookies and milk and marshmallows for breakfast any day of the week.
Small Apartment? This Ottoman Turns Into a Sofa Bed, So You Can Finally Have Guests Sleep Over
Living in a small home can make it tricky to have guests sleep over. I know from experience. I also realize that I must be officially getting old, because my biggest dream is to have a guest bedroom. Thanks to San Francisco rental prices, I know that won't be happening anytime soon. But in the meantime, I may have found a quick solution for a guest bed. I was recently searching for a new ottoman for my living room on Amazon and came across this Rivet Fold Modern Ottoman Sofa Bed ($415) and thought it was totally genius.
People always ask me why I don't just get a sofa bed couch, and the answer is simple: I don't want one. I inherited my dream (overpriced) sofa from a friend who was moving, and you'll have to pry that thing away from me one day, because I love it so much. So this ottoman was a smarter solution for me. Not only does it solve my problem of wanting a stylish and comfortable ottoman, but it also gives my friends a sleeping space.
It currently boasts a 4.2 star rating on Amazon, and customers love its high-quality look and design and were impressed at how comfortable it was. So, if you're looking for an extra bed and don't have a guest room, this is definitely worth a look. Keep reading to see how it works, and get one for your home.
These Portable Wine Pouches Will Have You Saying, "Corkscrew? I Don't Know Her"
To be frank, corkscrews and I don't mix. No matter how many bottles of Sauvignon Blanc I open, I just can't seem to get the hang of doing so seamlessly, typically resulting in a butchered cork and tiny wooden chunks in my vino. As such, I'm very much on board with the portable wine pouch trend, and there's a new brand, dubbed High Key, that just launched in time for Summer beach getaways and park hangs.
High Key's lightweight, single-serving wine pouches are available in three variations: Sweet White, Dry Rosé, and Semi-Sweet Rosé. Each container features a cap that untwists to fit a straw attached to the back, so yep, it's pretty much like the adult Capri Sun you've been waiting for. If you're looking to take your Rosé where no breakable wine glass can go, you can purchase a pack of High Key's wine pouches online now. Your boozy summertime adventures await!
17 Shockingly Stylish Products We Found Hiding at Walmart, Starting at Just $10
I love wandering around Walmart - the store is filled with hidden treasures. But if you thought the retailer's shelves were fun to look at, just wait till you check out the site. Whether you want a new chair to amp up your living room or a cute dress for weekend events, you'll be shocked by how many stylish essentials there are to discover. With brands from stars like Drew Barrymore and Sofia Vergara, you know these thoughtfully designed pieces are worth your time.
If you don't even know where to start on the site, we curated a shopping guide to the chicest must haves you can buy right now. We uncovered Instagrammable home decor, apparel, kitchen accessories, and more. With affordable price tags, these items will be hard to resist. Check out our editor favorites and add a few to your cart before they sell out. You'll be so satisfied with your purchases.
37 Surreal Places to See the Clearest, Bluest Water on Earth
There's nothing more tantalizing than seeing a body of clear, blue water, and some of the most impressive places to get your fill (pun intended) are so stunning you won't believe they're real. But seriously, these hot spots are otherworldly. No need to book an international flight to take a peek at these surreal watery wonders, we've rounded up the best shots for your viewing pleasure. (Although you may want to fly to your favorites after you see them!) Check out the most incredible oceans and lakes that you can visit and dive right into - they're calling your name!
Here's the Quick and Easy Way to Soften Brown Sugar
When baking sweet treats, brown sugar is essential. It's one of those things that you most likely already have tucked away in your pantry, but when it comes time to use it, it's completely rock solid. Problem, right? Actually, not at all! You can quickly salvage that brick of brown sugar and soften it up so it's suitable to add to your recipe. Here's how.
All you need are a few simple household items: a microwave, some paper towel, and a little bit of water. First, transfer your brown sugar into a microwave-safe bowl. Second, using water, dampen a folded piece of paper towel and lay it right on top of the bowl of sugar. Then, pop it in the microwave for approximately 20 seconds. When you take it out of the microwave, use a fork to gently press on the sugar, breaking and loosening it up. If you find that the sugar is still lumpy in some areas, place it back in the microwave with a damp paper towel again for another 10 to 20 seconds. Just be mindful to keep checking, as the brown sugar will melt if it's in there for too long. And voila! You have soft brown sugar that's ready for baking.
There's an Elote Hot Dog at Disneyland and the Reviews Are . . . Mixed
We rarely meet a buzzy new food item from Disney that we don't like. Chances are, we have at least 10 Disney snacks or meals stored in our Instagram "saved" folder at all times. So when we recently scrolled past a seriously good lookin' hot dog posted by Disneyland-goers magicbymuses, we obviously had to stop and stare. The giant Elote Dog is covered in Mexican street corn, mayo, cotija cheese, chili powder, and a lime for garnish. Judging by the looks of it, this thing requires lots of preparation (i.e., plenty of napkins and utensils) and potentially another human to help you finish it.
Available at the Refreshment Corner in Disneyland, the Elote Dog Combo will cost you $11 and for that price, you'll be happy to hear that you also get a bag of chips. But before you go running off into the magical Disney sunset with the dog, know that the reviews are, well, pretty mixed. "It was so salty we couldn't even finish it," Disney food reviewer @dolewhipdollies_ wrote on Instagram. Another user, @disneylandnewstoday, said, "We've read several less than thrilling reviews about this specialty item, but we actually enjoyed it! Everyone has different tastes, so don't be discouraged if this looks good to you."
Check out some more reviews ahead from those who have tasted the Elote Dog in real life and documented their experience for the 'gram. Who knows - it might just be your new go-to snack, and if not, it makes for one seriously drool-worthy photo.
There's a New Mickey Mouse Pop-Up Museum at Disneyland, and It's an Instagram Dream
Disneyland is celebrating 90 wonderful years of Mickey Mouse with a new museum, Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration, and it's everything a Disney fan could want and more. Not only is it full of Instagram-worthy backdrops and rooms that bring the mouse to life in new and unexpected ways, but guests can also step into the past (literally) and climb aboard a black and white airplane as Mickey's copilot. There's also an entire room dedicated to Mickey-shaped treats, and you can relive some of Mickey's most iconic moments.
Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration is located at the west end of the Downtown Disney District and is open daily from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Guests must book reservations online, as tickets won't be available at the door. If you're looking for a fun Disneyland day but don't want to go into the park, the pop-up is a great option. Keep reading for more fun facts and photos about the limited-time museum, which currently has no official end date.
21 Genius Travel Products Amazon Customers Love - the Perfect Ratings Prove It
If only traveling were as easy as picking up a few of your favorite things and heading out the door. Now, it seems like my packing checklist is endless. From making sure I have the right size toiletries to getting proper power adapters, I find myself buying more and more products for my upcoming trips. When I'm looking for something specific, I often turn to Amazon - not only because it has just about everything to shop, but the shipping is fast, too. With an Amazon Prime account, I can get my things delivered in just a few days, making it easier than ever to ensure my bag is ready to go.
One of my favorite things about shopping the site is hunting down the best of the best products. Thanks to its community of customers who love leaving long, in-depth reviews, I can get sucked in reading them for hours. To make sure we found the absolute best items for your trip, we searched for the bestselling and top-rated products customers love. Ahead, you'll find 21 useful things that all have perfect five-star ratings. What else do you need to know? Keep reading to see what your suitcase is missing.
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