As winter is blanketing New York City in its signature chill—think average January highs around 39°F and lows below freezing—there’s no better time to embrace the city’s growing wellness scene and visit a winter spa in NYC. While the city might not seem like much of a wellness destination on its surface, a slate of fresh spa programs and new wellness spaces are redefining how locals and visitors recharge. Not to mention, winter offers an opportunity to take advantage of some of New York City's best spas with fewer crowds than in the buzzy (and sweaty) summer months.
“It doesn't matter who you are, the United States is the sickest and loneliest we've ever been," said Dr. Jonathan Leary, Remedy Place's CEO and founder, in our recent conversation about winter wellness. “We can have every medical advancement, and every breakthrough that can save your life—but it is not making people healthy.”
These wellness and spa spaces are just the place to start: Each one is a mini-sanctuary that provides an escape from icy streets and a chance to reset and rejuvenate. Think cozy robes, steamy saunas, and facial treatments designed to combat dry skin. Whether you’re a New Yorker seeking respite or a traveler exploring the city, these winter-ready wellness spots promise to make your season a little brighter and a lot warmer—from social wellness hubs like Remedy or Othership to hotel stays with fabulous spas, some well-overdue downtime awaits.
Best for: an indulgent pairing—your own outdoor sauna and hot tub Neighborhood: Williamsburg, Brooklyn
New this season, The William Vale launched its already-buzzy Winter Spa. Here marks the quintessential New Yorker winter getaway—with views of the Manhattan skyline and in the heart of Williamsburg's vibrant neighborhood, guests can book an outdoor panoramic barrel sauna all to themselves on the outdoor deck. Each sauna comes with a deep-soaking cedar hot tub—go back and forth at your own pace from the sauna to the cold, then quickly pop into the hot tub to warm up again. On a test to review it myself, I fell in love with the convenience of it all—I walked down in my cozy robe and bathing suit and had the entire rooftop to myself (note, it was a Friday afternoon). A light snow started to fall when I was in the hot tub, and I felt perfectly shielded with the luxe amenities around me.
These seasonal offerings are open through March 2025, along with the hotel's Winter Village which features decked out dining chalets, where you can eat in private heated barrel on the rooftop, hang at the après ski-themed Sky Lodge, or play in the Bounce Lounge—depending on the weather, guests of any age can bounce on a bouncy castle on the (safely fenced-in) rooftop. The hotel is looking to extend
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If Miami and Palm Beach had a love child, it would be Fort Lauderdale. Quickly shedding its image as just a spring break destination, the city is redefining itself as a place that lacks the formality of its neighbor to the north (Palm Beach), but has all the trappings of the vibrant metropolis to the south (Miami). And while Fort Lauderdale is quickly catching up on the five-star luxury-resort front, the real-estate (and therefore hotel) prices have not yet approached the levels of Palm Beach's on Worth Avenue. Fort Lauderdale lacks pomp and doesn’t take itself too seriously: It’s a place that still feels accessible thanks to an abundance of public beaches, a lack of gated communities, and a culinary scene that won’t break the bank.
The best time to visit Alaska will hardly be a surprise—it’s when you can get good weather and a lot of sunlight to see and explore everything that the largest state in the United States has to offer. Alaska is one of the Best Places to Go in 2025, as many of the area's signature sites and events like the Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve and the 1000-mile-long Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race celebrate their 100th birthdays this year. But beyond these milestones, Alaska is still an exciting destination in any year. It’s the matter of what time of year to visit that can help turn your trip from a good one into a fabulous one.
While travelers have felt the pain of expensive airfare, a new report reveals a clever way that can help save money. The Department of Transportation regularly publishes a ranking of the cheapest, and most expensive, airports within the United States based on the price of an average round-trip ticket. In its most recent filing, the range of airfare prices varies widely from a low $90, to an expensive $1,600 ticket. Within the data, the ranking shows how driving a few extra miles can help a traveler save dramatically on their flight.
A spike in seismic activity has raised concerns of a potentially powerful earthquake on the Greek island of Santorini, prompting some residents and travelers to evacuate as a preemptive safety measure.
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