Edition of October 20, 2026

Monday brings our newest retreat guide: Lefay Resort on Lake Garda, home of the Lefay SPA Method and one of Italy's most considered wellness destinations. Then the practical companion: our infrared sauna buying guide, for everyone thinking about bringing serious heat home this season. A place to dream about, and a project for the spare corner.

Woman in a white robe relaxing inside a wooden infrared sauna with glowing red heater panels

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Infrared Sauna Buying Guide: Heaters, Costs, What Matters

An infrared sauna is the most approachable way to bring serious heat home: most two-person units plug into a standard outlet and fit in a spare corner. But prices span $1,500 to $7,000+, and heater quality, wood, construction, and safety certifications separate the saunas you will love for a decade from the ones you regret by spring. Here is what actually matters when you are spending real money, including where the health claims run ahead of the evidence. Many home setups pair heat with light, so our red-light tower pick is linked below as a complement to the sauna guide.

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