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The World's Best Nude Beaches and Resorts

Archive for the ‘Caribbean / Latin America’ Category

Guatemala Naturally

Tuesday, 6th May, 2008

Guatemala Naturally offers nudist or clothing-optional vacations and tours in the rainforest of the Rio Dulce. Holidays combine opportunities for sailing, au naturel swimming under hot waterfalls or in cool cavern-fed water, birdwatching and jungle tours. A choice of accommodation is available. Guatemala Naturally is a pioneer project, being the first naturist retreat in the country.

Shotover Gardens, Jamaica

Monday, 5th May, 2008

Shotover Gardens is a one bedroom cottage set in 3 acres of lawns and gardens, located in the hills outside Port Antonio, Jamaica. It is a 15-minute drive from downtown Port Antonio. The owners advise the naturist-friendly property is very private, giving guests the ability to completely relax au naturel. There is a view of the ocean and the Blue Mountains from the cottage.

Aticama Bed and Breakfast, Mexico

Thursday, 24th April, 2008

Naturists Sheila and Ken Holmes operate a bed and breakfast by the Pacific Ocean in the Mexican State of Nayarit. The accommodation is clothing-optional during the months of April, May and June and other times by special reservation. Contact Sheila and Ken via the Aticama website for more details.

New resort in Costa Rica, Central America

Monday, 14th April, 2008

Mi Amor Clothing Optional Resort, between Costa Rica’s capital city, San Jose and the Caribbean coast, opens its doors next month – May 2008. All-inclusive accommodation is available in 30 en-suite air-conditioned rooms around the pool, or set in the extensive tropical gardens. Situated 40 miles from Juan Santa Maria International Airport, transfers can be arranged through the resort. Extra image gallery.

Recanto Paraíso, Rio de Janeiro

Monday, 31st March, 2008

One of the largest naturist resorts in Brazil, Recanto Paraíso offers en-suite chalets and camping facilities. In addition to the fine mountain views, there is a large outdoor pool, sauna and jacuzzi. Club website

Playa Escondida, Buenos Aires (page 41)

Tuesday, 18th March, 2008

Described in detail in The World’s Best Nude Beaches and Resorts (p41), Playa Escondida now has a website which provides further information. The site is in Spanish – Google translation.

Chihuahua Naturist Beach, Uruguay

Monday, 18th February, 2008

Just 15 minutes’ drive from the towns of Punta del Este (where there is an international airport), Piriápolis and Maldonado, Chihuahua nude beach is a popular haven for locals and visitors alike. In the year 2000 the Maldonado municipal administration officially declared the beach ‘naturist’, and it now attracts as many as 3,000 naked souls a day in high season. Simple nude-friendly rooms are available at the adjacent El Refugio guesthouse.

Villa Le Reve, St Martin, Caribbean

Tuesday, 5th February, 2008

The owner of the exotic new 5-bedroom villa Le Reve at Baie Rouge – on the Caribbean island of St Martin – suggests it is suitable for nude sunbathing. It also has its own private beach. We assume a lottery win would come in handy to afford to stay!

Steele Point, Tortola

Friday, 1st February, 2008

A luxury 5-bedroomed villa on Tortola – largest of the British Virgin Islands – is set in spacious grounds by the sea. According to the owner,  Steele Point‘s expansive dock area is complete with sheltered sun decks, one a sandy and totally secluded nook for nude sunbathing, with ladders for swimming and snorkeling.

Tankah Villa and Cabanas, Mexico

Thursday, 17th January, 2008

Often known as ‘Slice of Paradise’, the naturist friendly Tankah Villa and Cabanas are on the Mayan Riviera, 10 minutes’ north of the famous Tulum Ruins. The Mexican Caribbean property is secluded and located at the end of a wide and sandy beach. You can even relax au naturel in your own palapa on the shore.

Villa Côté Sud, St Martin

Tuesday, 15th January, 2008

Situated on the hillside in the village of French Cul de Sac, half-way between Orient Bay and Grand Case, Villa Côté Sud has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Described as naturist-friendly with a perfect pool for skinny-dipping. The views from the deck take in St Barts, Tintamarre, Pinel, Green Key and the length of Orient Bay.

Palmacres Villa, Tobago

Saturday, 12th January, 2008

Palmacres – set within 5 acres of tropical vegetation and totally private – is described as an ideal Caribbean location for a naturist holiday. The four bedroomed villa is 15 minutes from Crown Point International Airport. Although the stunning local beaches aren’t really suitable for baring all, the infinity swimming pool complete with sea views looks inviting enough for a skinny dip.

Palmello Villa, St John, US Virgin Islands

Saturday, 22nd December, 2007

An attractive 2- bedroom property that sleeps up to six at Chocolate Hole on the Caribbean island of St John, Palmello is surrounded by a 320 sq ft clothing-optional private deck for outdoor nude relaxation. The villa, with its own spa, is set in half an acre of private grounds and enjoys fine views over Pillsbury Sound.

Casa at Last, Belize

Friday, 21st December, 2007

American owners Cat and Dale have developed an exclusive resort for au naturel sunseekers in Placencia, Southern Belize. Casa at Last has four comfortable holiday homes, a sparkling pool and hot tub all set in 6 acres of landscaped grounds. Clothing and swimsuits are optional around the casas and pools. The accommodation is for adults only; and it’s worth noting English is the official language in Belize!

New nudist retreat in Brazil

Friday, 7th December, 2007

Chris and Collette have swapped their safe and secure suburban lifestyle in Britain to offer relaxing naturist holidays to like minded folk on a 12-acre Granja in northeastern Brazil. Located in the lush state of Paraiba, Granja Natureza is a secluded tropical hideaway, offering a tranquil au naturel experience. The renowned ‘Tambaba’ bare beach is nearby and regular international flights from the US and UK make tropical tropical nudism easily accessible.

Photo shoot trip to Jamaica

Friday, 14th September, 2007

Following their recent successful photographic holiday to the Canary island of Lanzarote, UK-based Canarian Dreams & Caribbean Dreams is planning to organise another group trip next spring 2008, to the Caribbean island of Jamaica. The vacation will be based at one of the well-known SuperClubs Hedonism resorts and is open to everyone, not just photographers. Singles, couples and groups are all welcome to what promises to be a lively and fun-packed break in an exotic location. For more details contact Steve Clarke at Canarian Dreams Tel: +44 (0) 1326 341190.

 

Glover’s Atoll Resort, Belize

Thursday, 6th September, 2007

The remote Glover’s Atoll and Island Lodge is a rustic resort on Northeast Cay in the Glover’s Marine Reserve. The 9-acre island has white sand, coral and coconut trees all sitting on top of a pristine reef. According to the owners, “we have a lot of European visitors who like to sunbathe nude and with a maximum of 30 guests there is plenty of space to find a secluded spot”. Accommodation is available in thatch cabins on the beach, or above the water. Camping and dormitory rooms also available.


Venezuela nude beaches

Monday, 9th July, 2007

Hector has been in touch to tell us about a thriving naturist group in Venezuela that organises friendly get-togethers at local nude beaches. The group have put an informative website online at www.soynudista.com.ve in Spanish (translation by google).