As winter approaches, Mother Nature shows us the wonder and multi-coloured pallet of the changing leaves. The Canadian fall season is stunning!
I headed over to Montréal to visit with friends and take to the road to Morin Heights, Québec.
Here, the Japanese bath experience @ Ofuro spa was like no other. There are about 6 hot/cold pools outside, set in a beautiful landscape. After signing in, my friends and I were given a tour of the facility and advised of some basic ground rules: no talking in the quiet/sauna rooms and only very quiet talk outside.
I was really excited – like a kid who had just found a hidden secret get-away! I went to change and headed straight over the hot pool on the top floor. A beautiful dragon sculpture adorned the middle of a small warm water pool, from which the water overflowed into the main tub where you can sit and relax. There were a few snow flakes falling over our heads as the steam of the hot water rose up to meet them.
After about 20min in the hot tub, we moved to the outside wood fire place, just sat and did some catching up. Then we headed over to the quiet room where most people were sleeping or reading while laying on lounge chairs. We chose to enjoy one of the dry saunas, from where we gazed out a window at the outdoor fireplace. It was so very peaceful.
If you have a chance, I highly recommend taking a day trip to Morin Heights, Quebec. They also have over-night rooms and I definitely want to try the massage service the next time I am there.
Helpful hint for when you go: make sure to pre-book!
