.... I did not partake in the sauna just wanted to spend some time with this cutie. ....
IMHO, if you have the time, the sauna is part of the total experience (they don't count your time in there) It cleans out your pores and relaxes muscles after a long day and gives you some time to think about the upcoming table shower and, ahem, other activities.
I would imagine that they set up the experience to match what you would get in the orient.
just my 2
¢
See my posts 14,16,18,24,29 this thread.
Brings up great memories from years (35? yikes!) ago.
Ps, If a 1st timer show them your NYS drivers license to alleviate any of their anxieties about you being LE.