Season 5: Wellness Waters: World Bathing Day & Communal Bath Culture

On the cusp of celebrating World Bathing Day, Charles Davidson joins Lisa Starr and shares the fascinating development story behind the world-renowned Peninsula Hot Springs in Australia.

Episode Summary:

Natural thermal springs and “taking the waters” have been hallmarks of communal wellness for hundreds of years, and the recent pandemic has renewed interest in this health practice. In advance of World Bathing Day on June 22, we hear from Charles Davidson, visionary entrepreneur and CEO of Peninsula Hot Springs in Victoria, Australia, on the latest developments in hot springs resorts, and how they can become a launching pad for regional tourism.  

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