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The Faroe Islands are the ultimate ’coolcation,’ with temperatures rarely above 16 degrees. But there are plenty of ways to heat things up. Dive into five sizzling and thrilling experiences.

In the Faroe Islands, the cold dips are icy, but there's a sauna and hot baths waiting for you afterward

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1 North Atlantic wellness at the top

It feels almost surreal to lie in the infinity pool at Ress Spa in Tórshavn. Before you, the North Atlantic capital stretches out in full view, shielded by the island of Nólsoy, which curves its back on the horizon. Nature reflects in the pool’s water, blending sky and sea into one.

Ress Spa sits atop Tórshavn as part of Hotel Føroyar. With a design featuring wood, stone, and earth tones, the building almost merges with the landscape.

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