The United States is sadly overlooked by tourists looking to take in the healing waters of natural hot springs. Here's where ...

Your body's first reaction to a plunge in chilly water is the "cold shock" response. Your heart rate jumps. Stress hormones spike. You gasp suddenly, and may hyperventilate. Your reward if you stay in ...

In response to the drought, the company reduced withdrawals between August and October. But overall, extractions increased in ...

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. As a kid I was desperate to go to the baths. Every summer, while visiting ...

What Is a Cold Plunge? A cold plunge or cold water immersion is a short dip in cold water that may offer some health perks. Long used by athletes to help with muscle recovery, cold plunges have become ...

Ginnie Springs is a true Florida oasis. Ringed by towering cypress trees, the spring-fed pools off the Santa Fe River in Gilchrist County draw thousands of visitors every year to swim and cool off in ...

Enthusiasts claim that swimming in icy water can do wonders for your blood pressure, metabolism, and mental health. We asked experts to weigh the evidence. A man takes an ice bath in an antique tub in ...