The world’s best destinations for ‘therma tourism’ (and two are free) The healing power of heat has been felt ever since the Romans built settlements around hot springs 2,000 years ago.
Gísli S. Brynólfsson, travel expert and Global Marketing Director for Icelandair, tells Metro that the rise of the new wellness trend known as ‘therma tourism’ is a response to an increasingly chaotic world.
Metro‘s travel insiders have rounded up our top picks of the world’s finest geothermal wonders to inspire your next getaway (and best of all, some are free).
Google searches for saunas, spas, and hot springs are on the rise, and according to luxury travel provider Scott Dunn, 81% of Brits are planning to slow down on their next trip.
‘This rise in popularity is driven by a growing awareness of self-care, and a renewed appreciation for the health benefits of traditional bathing cultures.’.
