Article: Go skiing, get soaked.(mineral hot springs)

Europeans go on special vacations just to take the waters, but for Americans, visiting a mineral spring is an afterthought--or no thought at all. What a pity, for natural hot springs are among life's most soothing and sybaritic pleasures. Natural springs dot the North American West. A visit to one can be a pampering extra when you vacation at a modest ski area or an excuse for a relaxing getaway from a high-powered resort.

Facilities are generally open all day--as an alternative to skiing--or until well into the evening for apres-ski. Changing rooms, lockers, showers, and snack or juice bars are common, and towel and swimsuit rentals may also be available. Rates ...

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