Steam bathing is a custom that dates back to the Roman Empire. It is very much a way of life and has been for many centuries. As pointed out by Mr. Steam in The History of Steam Bathing, “Steam ...

Not only is steam bathing a relaxing, enjoyable, and invigorating experience, it offers dozens of benefits that range from physical to holistic wellness. In this article, we will help you understand ...

We’re in matching pajamas — burgundy, orange, brown — spread like starfish across the heated floor. We’re in the jimjilbang, roughly translated from Korean as “heated rooms for steaming and relaxation ...

The ancient Romans were famous for their baths. In those days, taking a bath was a very different experience from ours. Most bathing was communal, not as private as it is today. Bathers enjoyed hot ...

A three-hour spa treatment is most welcome especially in the midst of the Christmas rush. It is a gift most appreciated at a time when one must find ways to power through the busiest month of the year ...

Our culture has evolved over this period and we have seen becoming more attracted towards the western norms and practices. Many people have habit of going to gym, but what’s new is building of spas ...

Archaeologists have discovered a 2,500-year-old steam bath in Guatemala, with tunnels and steps carved into the rock. The complex is one of the oldest, most intact steam baths found in Mesoamerica.

Men take a dip in a cold bath at a traditional steam bath "hammam" in Cairo, September 15, 2014. The "hammam", which was adopted during Turkish rule, is similar to a sauna. Local steam bath culture ...