Myths and Facts About “Nude Cruises”

Ok, it’s true. Some cruise companies do offer “nude cruises.” And yes, nude cruises can be tastefully done if the right kind professionals are at the helm.
So, if you’re looking for a trusted name in the nude cruise industry look no further than Bare Necessities at www.bare-necessities.com . Bare Necessities offers nude cruises to nudists and anyone who might curious about this lifestyle. And contrary to popular belief, nude cruises are not swinging singles interested in gawking at other singles parading around in their birthday suits. In fact, the vast majority of nude cruisers (around 98 percent) are married.

The average age range for nude cruisers is 45-55 and they come from all walks from life. On a nude cruise such as a Bare Necessities cruise, guests will mix and mingle with professionals ranging from CEOs and doctors to teachers and accountants.

Nude cruisers do not walk around naked 24/7. With the exception of most formal dining rooms on nude cruises, passengers can be nude wherever and whenever they please. Nude cruises offer the same activities as most major cruises including upscale and casual dining options, gambling, swimming pools, lounges, spas, exciting ports of call, land excursions, and more.

Crewmembers aboard nude cruises are typically fully clothed and passengers are expected to ‘cover up’ whenever the ship docks. Passengers are also expected to use a towel when sitting just about everywhere aboard the ship.

The object of a nude cruise has never been about sex. It’s all about freedom and expression. The vast majority of nude cruise passengers realize this and according to most nude cruise directors, they rarely have a problem with inappropriate behavior. In fact, it is reported that due to the sheer number of people roaming around naked on nude cruises, this environment tends to have the opposite effect on, well, the opposite sex. Simply put, arousal is rarely an issue.

If you are a first-timer on a nude cruise, there are just a few simple rules to remember. It’s best not to take pictures or video due to privacy issues and concerns. In addition, the same respectful behavior that is exhibited as a fully clothed passenger is expected as a nude passenger. And of course, gawking and staring is highly inappropriate. Nude cruise directors and staff will not tolerate such behavior. In fact, if a passenger exhibits any kind of inappropriate behavior, they may be removed from the vessel and banned from ever booking a nude cruise again.

If you want to see what the nude cruise is all about, before setting sail, there are a few essentials you should pack to bring onboard. Ship officials on nude cruises will keep the temperature onboard nice and toasty for passengers, so just bring lots of sunscreen, plenty of t-shirts, flip flops, shorts or whatever you feel comfortable dining or lounging in if the urge to dress hits you.

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