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Spa Zuiver: Investigating Amsterdam’s Sauna Culture

Daniel — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 07:41:46 +0000

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 (e.g. Friedrichsbad). A spa in Europe is basically a concentration of saunas, plunge pools, swimming pools, jacuzzi’s, and relaxation ...

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Bucharest Vegetarian Restaurant Guide

Daniel — Wed, 09 Oct 2019 17:30:41 +0000

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 options. Since this is the first restaurant guide published on HealthTravelJunkie.com, ...

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Spa Zuiver: Onderzoek naar de Amsterdamse Saunacultuur

Daniel — Fri, 22 Mar 2019 15:15:28 +0000

Spa Zuiver is het beste authentieke Nederlandse kuuroord dicht bij het hart van Amsterdam. Er zijn tal van soortgelijke kuuroorden (“Thermen”) verspreid over heel Nederland, maar ook in andere Europese landen zoals Duitsland bijv. Friedrichsbad. Een spa in Europa is in principe een concentratie van sauna’s, dompelbaden, zwembaden, jacuzzi’s en ontspanningsruimtes, allemaal onder hetzelfde dak. ...

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Skopje (Macedonia) Food and Wellness Guide

Daniel — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 18:14:54 +0000

This Skopje Wellness Guide was first featured as a Guest Post on Privet-Russia.com 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 ...

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

Daniel — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 03:44:03 +0000

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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Belgrade (Serbia) Tourist Attractions: Food, Fitness and Sports

Julia — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 17:58:34 +0000

If you think of yourself as a food lover, hedonist or a passionate traveler, then you’ve surely heard of Belgrade. Maybe you’ve even visited this wonderful city known for its delicious food, wild nightlife and low cost of living. If not, then Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, should be on your to-do list for ...

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The Friedrichsbad (Baden-Baden) Wellness Spa

Daniel — Mon, 29 Oct 2018 00:16:36 +0000

After ten minutes you forget time, after 20 minutes, you forget the world. – Mark Twain describing his Friedrichsbad experience. At the Friedrichsbad naked wellness spa you go through 17 stages of relaxation in saunas, mineral water baths, and showers. I spent a day in Baden-Baden to find out exactly how it feels to ...

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Magic Truffles Amsterdam: Back to the Source

Daniel — Sun, 14 Oct 2018 00:22:45 +0000

If you want to drink from the grail, First, it has to be ascertained that you are humble and sincere. Thus you are given a test of endurance. Chances are you will pass this test, Since you do not have a choice. Once you take the elixir, There is no turning back. To enter the world ...

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Helsinki Attractions: Finnish Sauna & Rye Bread

Daniel — Tue, 21 Aug 2018 14:50:25 +0000

Helsinki is not much of a vegan or vegetarian hub, but the Fins are health-aware. Obesity is uncommon, and the diet includes a lot of whole grains, fish and vegetables. Saunas are part of the Finnish culture, and the locals take pride in staying in shape. The Finnish Sauna Finnish sauna is done in public ...

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Oslo (Norway) Health and Wellness Guide

Daniel — Sat, 04 Aug 2018 19:06:11 +0000

Oslo is the most expensive city in the world. For tourism, it’s barely worth visiting, but it can be a starting point for a trip to Norway’s Fjords. Also hiking in the countryside, or perhaps you could take the train to Bergen, the second largest city. Since the country is surrounded by the ocean, the ...

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