If the stress of the headlines over the past week has brought you fantasies of sitting in a hot sauna or soaking pool, you’ll be pleased to know that Portland has an endless array of options. Today we’re revisiting a conversation with Oregonian life and culture reporter, and self-proclaimed spa expert, Lizzy Acker. She has a look inside our area’s best saunas and soaking pools — from clothing-optional hideaways to outdoor escapes. 

This episode first aired on Feb. 18, 2025

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