The Walrus

The Steamy, Sweaty, Towel-Spinning Weirdness of the World Sauna Championships

Abandoning my flipflops and possibly my dignity, I adjust my towel and join the gleeful crowd of more than 200 naked people ...

See a 'Living Skyscraper' in the Tall Tree Capital of Port Renfrew

Once a logging outpost, Vancouver Island's Tall Tree Capital is luring tourists to see the last remaining old-growth forests ...

I went to a 2-hour comedy show inside a sauna — the best health benefit hit when I got home

Between punchlines, guests at Othership in Flatiron swapped sweat for shivers, plunging into icy pools and turning the night ...

79 Cozy Off-Grid Cabins That Make You Want To Disconnect From Everything

For many of us, stepping away from the chaos of daily life can feel like a true gift. Picture a day without notifications, emails, or endless scrolling, just the quiet hum of nature, crystal-clear ...

The Science Behind How Saunas May Ease Seasonal Affective Disorder

According to the NHS, the exact cause of SAD is not yet fully understood, but it’s thought to be linked to reduced exposure ...

The Fjord Sauna Is Having A Moment. Here’s Where To Try It In Norway

Cold-water swimming and sauna culture have long been part of everyday life in Finland. Now the trend is spreading across ...
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This Ontario Nordic spa is a 'little piece of Finland' and feels like a whole other world

Vettä Nordic Spa is a Finnish-inspired venue nestled in Horseshoe Valley. According to the website, it's like a "little piece ...
Revelstoke Mountaineer

For Revelstoke’s wood industries, diversity is key

Keith Starling in front of one of the beautiful saunas that he produces with Tomi Supinen, owner of TnT Sauna House, using wood that would otherwise go to waste. Photo: Laura Stovel This story first ...