Everything You Never Knew About Clothing Optional Resorts

Many clothing optional resorts are also all-inclusive, meaning your food, drinks (and alcohol), and entertainment are all included in a single price. Considering the fact that many clothing optional, all-inclusive resorts cost as little as $300 per night in Mexico and the Caribbean, they can be a stellar deal.

If you're worried you won't be able to hang an entire week at a clothing optional resort, some let you book a day pass so you can "try it out" during a cruise or a stay nearby. At Hedonism II in Jamaica, for example, day passes for a couple start at $150 per day.

Most clothing optional resorts do the draw the line when it comes to nude dining. For sanitary purposes, you should expect to wear clothing to dinner. Your outfit can be skimpy, but it has to exist and provide adequate coverage.

Does naked tennis sound amazing? How about some nude time on the elliptical? If so, you'll have to make that happen at home. Clothing optional resorts typically require you to wear clothing when you're playing tennis or working out in the gym.

If you want to dip your toes into nude vacationing without diving all the way in, consider a property that offers both options. Hedonism II in Negril, Jamaica has both a "nude" side and a "prude" side, so you can go either way depending on your mood.

If you want to spend time on the "nude" side of the Hedonism II, on the other hand, you must take your clothes off within a few minutes. You cannot hang out on the nude side with clothes on just to check things out.

If you're worried about less-than-optimal food choices at clothing optional resorts, don't be. Instead, choose a property that is known for its upscale dining options. Hedonism II offers gourmet dining, five restaurants, and several award-winning chefs.

If you hate clothes but love the beach, you're in luck. Most clothing optional all-inclusive resorts are found on gorgeous tropical beaches in Mexico and the Caribbean, so you can relax the day away and party all night long.

You can even get married at clothing optional resorts if you want. Hedonism II offers completely free weddings and vow renewal services, so you can pledge your commitment to one another in a beautiful beach setting.

Save a ton of money on your wedding dress by getting married in the nude. That's right; you can get married naked if you want, letting you save big time on the dress and a tuxedo rental. Invest in some basic jewelry and you're good to go.

Once you go nude, it's hard to vacation with clothes on. At least, that's what some clothing optional resorts say, including Hedonism II. This Jamaican resort reportedly boasts an insane 80% repeat guest rate, showing just how addictive clothing optional resorts can be.

Most all-inclusive resorts have several bars and nightclubs, making them the ideal vacation spot if you really want to party. And yes, you can party in the nude in these clubs. Some even have private rooms where anything goes.

Clothing optional resorts like Hedonism II have theme nights that let you dress up and boogie down. Theme nights at Hedonism II can include glow parties, fetish wear nights, toga parties, school girl night, and even rock star night. These parties may sound cheesy, but they can be a lot of fun.

If you want to find out what is going on at a clothing optional resort, check online to see if the property has a message board. Many offer these boards as a way for guests to communicate with each other before a trip, and the topics of conversation can be….ahem…interesting.

While clothing optional resorts may seem like magnets for single men, these properties actually cater to couples. So, if you can get your partner on board, you can visit one of these resorts and meet other couples. Perhaps you'll even make some new friends.

While there are plenty of vacation options that actually cater to singles, clothing optional resorts aren't one of them. Some clothing optional resorts prefer not to host single travelers at all, so make sure to check the rules before you book.

Think of all the money you'll save by visiting a clothing optional resort and partying naked all week. Not only can you skip shopping for a bunch of new outfits, but you won't have to pay to check a bag, either.

A lot of people wonder about the logistics of nude resorts. For example, is it sanitary? And where do people sit? When it comes to relaxing, clothing optional resorts make you carry a towel around to sit on - and for good reason.

If you're self-conscious about vacationing naked, don't be. Most people who visit these resorts are extremely open-minded. They also have a "live and let live" attitude that puts other people at ease. Nobody will stare at you nor will they make fun of you.

While you can absolutely bring your phone, computer, and other electronics to a clothing optional resort, you'll need to leave them in your room. For obvious reasons, you cannot carry your camera or phone around with you outside of your guest room.

If you plan to spend time outdoors in the nude, you will need to bring more sunscreen than usual. You'll also want to pay special attention to skin that rarely sees the sun. At a clothing optional resort, that could mean almost anything.

Rumor has it that swingers frequent clothing optional resorts, and this rumor is actually true. Still, you don't have to worry about aggressive swingers or swappers. Just like any other vacation, you don't have to get physical or engage in any activity you're not interested in.

If you are invited to get involved in an activity you're not really into, a simple "no" will squash any invitation you receive in a hurry. Swingers are used to being turned down and will leave you alone if you're not interested.

Before you book a stay at a clothing optional resort, don't forget to get all your travel documents lined up. Since most clothing optional resorts are outside the United States, this includes ordering a passport early enough so it has time to arrive before you depart.

If you like the idea of clothing optional resorts, don't forget its close cousin - the clothing optional cruise. Yes, nude cruises do exist and you can totally book one this year. This vacation works a lot like its land-based counterpart, except you'll float blissfully at sea all week.