"The Arctic SnowHotel, located about 26 km from Rovaniemi, is one of the largest ice and snow hotels in the region. Inside, the rooms and corridors are decorated with ice art and coloured lighting and the temperature is kept between 0°C and -5°C. Guests sleep on frozen beds layered with reindeer ...

Nestled in the picturesque setting of Daugmale, Latvia, Olitas Pirtiņa stands as a sanctuary of tradition and warmth. This quaint haven is not just a place; it's a cherished space where the Staņķo family weaves a tapestry of heartwarming Latvian traditions. At the heart of these age-old customs i...

Baden, Switzerland, has been synonymous with bathing for over two thousand years. Its name literally means “baths,” a legacy dating back to the Romans who first settled around the area’s natural hot springs. When the city’s last public baths closed in the mid-20th century, a piece of communal cul...

Bali's Sanctuary Sauna: the Sacred Banya Ritual at Teplo Concept Ubud

Join us as we explore "Bali's Sanctuary Sauna," an intimate look at the weekly women's retreat at Teplo Concept in Ubud. A community of women of different ages and body types gather to reset in this serene, sacred space on th...

Step into the enchanting world of Goosi-Lebedi, a secluded and private banya revealed in this exclusive bonus scene from the http://perfectsweatseries.com/"" Perfect Sweat series. Join author Anna Artemieva and a modern-day Baba Yaga, the steam master, as they take you on a mesmerizing journey th...

Delve into the captivating world of the Russian banya, a tradition with deep roots that has found a vibrant revival in the heart of London at Banya No.1. Interestingly, London once had a thriving banya scene in the late 19th century, with at least five Russian bathhouses opened by Jewish immigran...

In the heart of Bukhara, one of Central Asia’s most storied cities, bathing has always been a source of hygiene as well as tradition, therapy, and connection. The city’s hammams, or public bathhouses, have shaped daily life for over a millennium, standing as symbols of health and hospitality in t...

In this bonus scene from our Perfect Sweat series, follow author and sauna expert, Mikkel Aaland, and sweat master, Lasse Eriksen, join owner Catrine Mannerup, as they enjoy this unique, mobile, wood-fired sauna converted from an old Navy Seal van in Copenhagen, Denmark. Discover the exquisite lu...

Explore the Tranquility of Byun San Hae Soo Jjim

In the southwestern region of South Korea, take a 2.5 hour train ride fro Seoul to Buan County, in the Province of Jeollabuk-Do, &to enjoy a unique experience at the Byun San Hae Soo Jjim (변산해수찜) public bath.

This Korean spa offers a rejuvenati...

Conversations about Contemporary Finnish Sauna Culture

Watch a Sauna Channel episode where conversation, connection, and vulnerability intertwine. &Filmed at the breathtaking Herrankukkaro in the southwestern Finnish Archipelago, this intimate short film follows Marcello, a visitor, as he delve...

Sauna Channel's latest offering iimmerses you in the experience of taking a sojourn to the Panorama Landscape Hotel Metsäkylpylä in Tahko, Finland.

departs from its usual format, venturing into a realm of pure sensory experience. This episode is a masterclass in meditative filmmaking, trading d...

Hyangnam Healing Spa, located in Hwaseong City, South Korea, is known for its unique use of sulfur hot spring water sourced from 800 meters underground. As the first spa in the area to feature this natural resource, Hyangnam Healing Spa provides a range of wellness services, including jjimjilbang...

Transport yourself in volcanic heated sand at the Sunamushi Onsen - Ibusuki Hakusuikan, in Kagoshima, Japan.

Picture yourself reclining on the warm sand, a gentle breeze brushing against your skin as the distant symphony of the sea serenades your senses. Nestled within the embrace of this encha...

Immerse yourself in the serene ambiance of Inazumi Limestone Cave, in Kyushu, Japan, where visitors can enjoy a tent sauna then soak in the limestone cave water bath where the therapeutic aura of negative ions permeates, offering solace and rejuvenation for both body and mind.

The Inazumi Under...

Discover a unique oasis of relaxation mere moments from the bustling heart of Oslo at Kongen Marina Sauna, where two groups of bathers converge within the innovative embrace of a geodesic dome-style sauna. This exceptional sanctuary seamlessly marries classic sauna traditions with a contemporary ...

"Amager Strandpark is a seaside public park in Copenhagen,Denmark. It is located on the island of Amager and includes an artificial island and offers a total of 4.6 km (2.9 mi) of beaches." ~ Wikipedia

Hans Henrik H. Heming, a world record-holding athlete, achieved a remarkable feat by swimming...

We journey to the heart of Bali, to the Lumeira Social Wellness Complex; a radical experiment in human renewal. In a world spiraling in the wrong direction, its founder has created a sanctuary designed to quiet the cacophony of modern life and re-establish a fundamental truth: a healthy mind is t...

Embark on a unique adventure with two friends who have uncovered the perfect prelude to fjord diving – indulging in a rejuvenating sweat on one of the many floating sauna rafts near Oslo's iconic opera house. This dynamic duo has found that the juxtaposition of the invigorating sauna experience a...

Nestled in the heart of Budapest, Hungary, Pesterzsébeti Fürdő is a worthwhile wellness and relaxation destination. This iconic facility, offers visitors a rejuvenating escape amidst the vibrant cultural tapestry of Budapest. As a prominent feature of the spa experience, this destination offers a...

Nestled in a serene and snowy landscape, experience a harmonious blend of nature, tradition, and relaxation in the picturesque setting of Särkijärvi as we follow a Finnish man practicing the invigorating lifestyle of ice fishing, a traditional sauna, and cold plunge.

Drilling a hole in the thic...

Experience Sauna Bivak, an award-winning sauna design on the Danube River in the greater Budapest area of Budakalász, Hungary.

Conceived by the Budapest-based architecture firm, Bivak, Sauna Bivak boasts not only a compact and mobile design but also the flexibility to be easily installed on a v...

Set on the shores of Margate, Sea Scrub Sauna is a coastal haven where tradition meets innovation. Founded by two cousins united by their love of cold water and heat therapy, this destination offers two distinct sauna experiences: a wood-fired barrel sauna with panoramic sea views and a modern cu...

Explore the fascinating world of Japan's traditional public bathhouses, known as "sento" (literally meaning "penny bath"), through the lens of two passionate advocates working to preserve this centuries-old cultural institution in modern Japan.

We follow French illustrator and designer César De...

Embark on a rejuvenating journey to the charming town of Kabelvåg, nestled amidst the captivating landscapes of the Lofoten Islands in Norway, and discover the exquisite sanctuary that is Skårungen Spa. This haven of relaxation welcomes all, whether you choose to reside in the hotel, cabins, or t...