Spa Zuiver: Investigating Amsterdam’s Sauna Culture

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Spa Zuiver is the best authentic Dutch spa close to the heart of Amsterdam. There are plenty of similar spa’s (Dutch word: “Thermen”) dispersed throughout the Netherlands, as well as in other European countries like Germany. A spa in Europe is basically a concentration of saunas, plunge pools, swimming pools, jacuzzi’s, and relaxation rooms, all …

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Bucharest Vegetarian Restaurant Guide

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Bucharest is not famous for its cuisine. Boring meals such as meat and roasted potatoes can be found in many restaurants. The capital of Romania is even less known for healthier, vegan-style food. However, this guide will help you find a few decent vegetarian or vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Bucharest. Since this is the first restaurant …

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Skopje (Macedonia) Food and Wellness Guide

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Skopje (Macedonia) is an interesting small European city with a population of 550 000. Along with its growing tourism sector, attractions include the historic Kale fortress located in Skopje’s Old Town, as well as Mother Teresa’s Memorial House. However, the best place to buy souvenirs is the Old Bazaar – a true cultural heritage site …

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Split (Croatia): Tourism, Dalmatian Food, and Fitness

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In the South-East of Europe, tucked in between the coastal mountains and turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea, lies the second biggest city in Croatia – Split. Apart from the beaches, Split is also widely known for its rich history, delicious food, vibrant nightlife and love for sports. Split’s History The history of Split goes …

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The Amsterdam (Netherlands) Wellness Guide

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Amsterdam (Netherlands) is at the same time an utopia for wellness travel, as well as a popular destination for drinkers, Red-light district sex tourists, and weed smokers. In this post, we focus on the unique health food options, fitness and spa scene, and the smart shops with their fascinating herbal products. European Capital of Marijuana …

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Berlin Yerba Mate Drink and Vegan Food at the Nude Spa

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In Berlin, what would be the interesting health-centric activities and food products? You’ll definitely become well-acquainted with veganism if you aren’t already. You’ll also notice unique herbal mate tea drinks which are more common in Berlin than any other city. Lastly, there’s the FreieKorperKultuur (FKK) sauna culture. Read below to find out if this sounds …

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