Across millennia, continents and cultures, communal bathing has formed a core pillar of daily life. Jessie Stoelwinder lists the traditions worth seeking out for a local immersion.

Moorish or Arab baths were a part of the culture during the Nasrid reign in Granada – and you'll find remains of the historic bath houses throughout the city. The Catholic monarchs closed the Moorish ...

It’s always nice to treat yourself to some luxury in your home, and new towels are one way to make you feel like you’re staying in a five-star hotel every time you step out of the shower. It’s easy to ...

In Paris, hammams and saunas offer warm bubbles of rejuvenation in the heart of the city. Oriental rituals, Nordic traditions, detox treatments and a soothing ambience appeal to lovers of deep ...

The imperial harem of the Ottoman era was the collection of wives, servants, and concubines of the Sultan, who sometimes numbered in the hundreds. Some were mere playthings or used for the production ...