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Jan 2025
20m 36s

Copenhagen’s CopenHot Spa & Social Dinin...

Voyascape Media / David Brodie & Tim Johnson
About this episode

In this special bonus episode, host David Brodie explores Copenhagen’s unique offerings. Join him as he:

  • Experiences one of the world’s most unusual spas, CopenHot, blending industrial charm with Nordic wellness.
  • Delves into the social dining movement at Kanalhuset, where communal meals meet Danish coziness.
  • Uncovers the cultural roots of these experiences, from winter bathing to Denmark’s folk high schools.

Whether you're planning your first visit or rediscovering Copenhagen, this episode provides a fresh perspective on the city’s evolving culture.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

  1. CopenHot Spa Experience:

  • David takes us to CopenHot, located in the historic Reffen dockyard.
  • Explore how the spa combines hot tubs, wood-heated saunas, and “hot tub boats” in an urban-industrial setting.
  • Learn about its sustainability ethos and unique views of landmarks like CopenHill

👉 Book your CopenHot experience here: CopenHot Official Site

  1. Social Dining at Kanalhuset:

  • David chats with locals at Kanalhuset, a hub for communal dining in Copenhagen.
  • Hear how this dining style fosters connections and its ties to Danish traditions like folk high schools.
  • Perfect for travelers seeking an authentic social experience over delicious meals.

👉 Reserve your table at Kanalhuset: Kanalhuset Official Site

  1. Cultural Insights:

  • Dive into Danish traditions like winter bathing and communal living.
  • Learn about the historical roots of social dining and its modern revival.

Featured Locations & Activities:

  • CopenHot Spa: A dockyard-turned-wellness retreat offering private hot tubs, shared saunas, and even floating “hot tub boats.”
  • Kanalhuset: A cozy restaurant and social hub in Copenhagen, ideal for communal dining and cultural immersion.

Special Thanks:

  • Tourism Copenhagen: Thank you for your assistance in making this trip possible. Learn more about Copenhagen and plan your visit: Tourism Copenhagen.
  • Music Credit: Grace Forrester’s acoustic rendition of “Leaving on a Jet Plane”

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