The practice of producing heat and excess sweat as a therapeutic method extends back thousands of years in many cultures, though we’ve adopted the word ‘sauna’ from the Finnish tradition. Saunas do ...

Out among the Columbia River houseboats off Marine Drive in Northeast Portland, a floating sauna is making a name for itself.

A home spa used to be a luxury reserved for the top 1 percent, but they’re more accessible—and surprisingly reasonably priced—than ever before. Managing Editor, Commerce Scouted selects products ...

There are many ways to care for our bodies these days, some more luxurious than others. Let’s be honest — there’s nothing particularly glamorous about taking your daily vitamins, chugging water or ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jamie Gold writes about wellness design and related housing topics. Steam showers are highly desirable primary bathroom suite ...

From Finnish saunas to Korean ice tubs, these spas specialize in the practice of alternating between intense heat and intense cold. In Swedish Lapland, a guest at the Arctic Bath hotel and spa ...