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Visiting the hammam is part of daily life in the Islamic world, as it’s a place to perform purifying ablutions prior to prayer. But they’re also a central gathering spot for socializing within a community. It’s no wonder, then, that a city like Marrakech should have some of the world’s most lavish hammams solely for…
Road to Hana, Maui, Hawaii Let’s get real: everyone wants to visit Maui at least once in their lifetime. With its near-perfect year-round weather, calm and swimmable beaches, epic hiking trails, hidden waterfalls, Hawaiian culture programs, and world-class spas, the island lures all sorts of travelers. Deciding to go to Maui is easy. The hardest…
Colorado’s hot springs are truly some best on the planet — they’re record-setting, in fact (more on that later) — and they’re found in roughly 30 resort areas statewide. Reaping the springs’ health benefits became a trend in the late 19th century, and whether you’re here for that purpose, or to simply luxuriate in the…
Courtesy of Flickr/pentaboxes Welcome to Oyster! Your online authority on all things hot springs. And Canada. Just kidding — as you know, we’re hotel experts, but perhaps you’ve noticed our obsession of late with geothermal hot springs and Canadian travel destinations. Of course, outdoor hot springs in Canada are a mind-blowingly magical combo of the…
Courtesy of Flickr/Zenspa1 Like sock hops and soda fountains, house calls seem charmingly old-fashioned. Yet the rise of on-demand smartphone technology has brought the practice back in a big way. Now you can summon not only medical practitioners, but also an army of hair, makeup, and wellness pros with just a few quick taps and…
Courtesy of Belmond Though many travelers use planes to get from A to B, there’s nothing quite like taking a more leisurely, more scenic route aboard a luxury train. While there are plenty of journeys to choose from, the Belmond Royal Scotsman has a brand new amenity that’ll be sure to pique many travelers’ interest—a…
Visiting Europe is often composed of a whirlwind tour, during which visitors hurry from one tourist destination to another. Therefore — in between trips to museums and monuments — finding the time to breathe can be surprisingly difficult. To help speed along to the moment where you actually find relaxation — you’re on vacation, after…
Photo Credit: Chris Oakley You think airport, and you think back-breakingly heavy bags, crowds, hassle, and Auntie Anne’s. But happily, fitness facilities and healthy restaurants at airports are on a major upward trajectory. We’ve highlighted these U.S. airports for their exceptional wellness outlets, which help passengers convert that pre-boarding purgatory into time to relax, exercise,…
Want to join a growing community of truly care-free travelers? Try going completely nude — a travel trend that’s slowly shedding its taboo reputation. Of course, I don’t mean doing anything illegal, like streaking at Machu Picchu or stripping down at Angkor Wat. Clothing-optional, adults-only tourism is well established in many places, from American beaches…
Travelers visiting Las Vegas search for many of the same highlights: bright lights, endless shopping, casinos on the Strip, wild fun on Fremont Street, and nightclubs galore. But all that partying and gambling can be exhausting. Thankfully, there are plenty of spas to help you unwind and detox. And don’t worry if you shelled out…