Spa Reviews
My search for the world’s best spas, hammams, saunas, hot springs, and other wellness rituals.
The ancient Egyptians bathed in hot tubs with essential oils. Romans made thermal bathing the centre of public life. Today, we often use the term “hydrotherapy.” Whatever you call it, the practise of hot+cold+relax is one of the best ways to unwind while travelling. Sometimes a hammam, swimming pool or thermal spring is the purpose of my entire trip!
Which is why now I’m soaking, steaming, and floating my way across Canada and the globe to bring you honest and in-depth reviews of the world’s best spas with all you need to know before you go.

If you’re looking for the best Nordic Spas in Canada, or great places to sauna in Toronto, I’ve got you. You’ll find reviews of famous spas like the Blue Lagoon or the Dead Sea but also lesser-known or even secret oases.
I’ll tell you what you need to know about local spa etiquette like what to wear and not wear. And I’ll show you beautiful and unique public bathing spots for all budgets, from free hot springs to luxury hotel spas. Because wellness is for everyone!
Whether you’re already a bathing enthusiast or not yet hooked on hydrotherapy, I hope these reviews help you find the best spa for you on your next trip.
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World’s Best Nordic Spa Reviews
Iceland’s Blue Lagoon Review: Instagram vs. Reality
What to Expect at HvammsvÃk Hot Springs in Iceland
Iceland’s Sky Lagoon Review: Steam, Sea and Serenity
Ultimate Guide to the Best Toronto Hotel Pools
A luxury Nordic Spa in Vancouver at Fairmont Pacific Rim
Best Nordic Spas in BC for a winter vacation
Kayantá spa in Cancun review: luxury oasis at Kempinski Hotel
Oceanview pools at Oak Bay Beach Hotel in Victoria
Circle Wellness spa Review: a private oasis in Vancouver
A private sauna at Ritual Nordic Spa in Victoria
What to expect at Body Blitz, Toronto’s women-only spas
Best Nordic Spas in Ontario for a winter vacation
Luxury Wellness Day at Resense Dead Sea Spa Jordan
Where to find the best saunas in Toronto
What to expect at Thermea Whitby Spa Village
What to expect at Strom Spa Montreal on Nun’s Island
What it’s like inside Banya No 2, Toronto’s Russian spa
Public Sweat: the fun new art sauna in Toronto
Hammam by Cela: an indulgent Moroccan spa in Toronto
18 Dos and Don’ts for good day spa etiquette
What to expect at Ontario’s Vetta Nordic Spa
The new Bains du Marais hammam spa in Paris
What to expect at Upper Hot Springs in Banff
Scandinave spa Old Montreal: a great spa for solo travellers
Beautiful Night Bathing at Terme Di Chianciano spa in Tuscany
Bagni San Filippo the free hot springs in Tuscany!
Scandinave Spa Whistler and its extreme no talking police
Millcroft Inn and Spa review: not just for couples!
My first time at a traditional Moroccan Hammam