Saunas and Sweat Lodges

James Arthur Ray, Self-Help Guide Whose Retreat Became Deadly, Dies at 67

A rising star among New Age motivational speakers, he was brought down by a disaster during one of his retreats in Arizona, where three people died in a sweat lodge.

By Clay Risen

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On the Hunt for Sauna Nirvana Around Lake Superior

On a 750-mile road trip through the heart of sauna culture in the United States, a writer searches for the perfect combination of steam, heat and cold.

By Stephanie Pearson

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6 European Cities Where You Can Swim in the Wild

Looking to take a dip in or near a city center? Here are some urban areas that have successfully opened up waterways for swimmers.

By Julia Webster Ayuso

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The Finnish Embassy in Washington Has a Different Idea of Diplomacy: A Seat at the Sauna.

The Finnish Embassy offers one of the hottest invitations in Washington: a chance to discuss serious topics in a sauna.

By Alyson Krueger

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