Give the gift of relaxation and warmth with a hint of chill at these saunas, spas and cold plunges around B.C.

There are no sauna options here in,” Altergott said, noting it became clear to him there was a void that needed to be filled.

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EDITOR’S NOTE: If you have any health issues, you should consult your doctor before using a sauna. For some, the idea of sweating among semi-naked strangers in a small wooden box as hot as 100 degrees ...