Top 10 Clothing-Optional Resorts

"For travelers, a great vacation is all about escaping. For most that means escaping the confines of their homes, for others, it is best achieved by escaping the confines of their clothes," said TripAdvisor spokeswoman Michele Perry.

For travellers who really like to strip off in the sun, a travel website TripAdvisor has come up with a list of the top 10 beach resorts where wearing clothing is optional.

This list was compiled according to traveller popularity:

1. Au Naturel Club, Riviera Maya, Mexico

This Kantenah Bay Riviera Maya resort makes a clothing-optional vacation a truly luxurious experience. According to one TripAdvisor traveller: "Everyone is just there to relax and enjoy the sun and to unwind. I cannot think of a better place to do all of those things."

2. Garden of Eden Resort, Isla Solarte, Panama

Tucked away on Panama's Caribbean coast, this pristine island has a laid-back atmosphere. According to a TripAdvisor traveller: "Good food and good company in enchanting surroundings. One can spend a day totally relaxing or exploring the waters and islands nearby."

3. Living Waters Spa, Desert Hot Springs, California

Between the hot mineral water pools and the luxurious accommodations, Living Waters Spa is the perfect place for total au naturel relaxation in the California sunshine. As one TripAdvisor traveler said: "If you enjoy a clothing-optional environment where you can just completely let go and relax, this place is perfect."

4. Terra Cotta Inn, Palm Springs, California

Once a celebrity retreat, the Terra Cotta Inn is now a relaxation destination where all visitors are welcome. One TripAdvisor traveller called it: "A place where you can feel totally comfortable shedding your stress, worries, and cares right along with your clothes."

5. Caliente Caribe Resort and Spa, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Stay clothed on the lush Caribbean grounds if you wish, but undress for a comfortable experience that is naturally delightful. As one TripAdvisor traveller commented: "Watching the stars and moon from the beachside hot tub was one of our most memorable moments."

6. Sorobon Beach Resort, Bonaire

Visitors love the tranquility of this Bonaire haven, with its shallow barrier-protected bay that makes swimming, scuba diving and snorkeling a delight. According to one TripAdvisor traveller: "The total concept of being nude 24/7 was very relaxing. The island is very beautiful and we will be back to this resort next year."

7. Cabanas Copal, Tulum, Mexico

Relaxing in a seaside Caribbean cabana in the candlelight at this eco-friendly tropical retreat makes it an appealing in-the-buff destination. One TripAdvisor traveller said: "Waking up in paradise inside a beautiful cabana surrounded by the jungle, and looking at the turquoise color of the sea, is priceless!"

8. Club Orient Resort, St. Martin
Pristine white beaches and uninhabited nearby islands often leave guests feeling uninhibited at Club Orient in St. Martin. As one TripAdvisor traveller put it: "Staying at Club Orient is as close to heaven as you can get without dying! Nudity feels so natural that even first timers have no problem shedding their clothes."

9. Grand Lido Negril Resort & Spa, Negril, Jamaica

Whether you dress up for a romantic meal, or really "dress down" at the clothing-optional beach, this couples destination combines high luxury and natural beauty. According to one TripAdvisor traveller: "The beach is beautiful, crystal clear water that is so warm and calm, and they provide floats so you can float all day in paradise."

10. Punta Serena, Tenacatita, Mexico

Featuring hot tubs overlooking the water, beautiful beaches and a lively bar and pool, this au naturel resort is a Mexican gem. According to a TripAdvisor traveller: "Overall, it was the most relaxing and romantic week we have ever spent at a resort."

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