Nudity is on the rise—at least, in terms of travel.
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Around the world, more and more travelers are opening their minds to naturism. Naturism is a lifestyle that embraces the body just as it is—you might know it as nudism.
Most of us are familiar with nude beaches, which is the most common form of naturism around the globe.
But that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
Other popular ways to embrace nudism while traveling are to visit regions that offer nude retreats or take a famous naked cruise.
But the United States has always had a unique relationship with nudity. On the one hand, we’re highly innovative and open-minded people—a little bit of nudity shouldn’t scare off someone, right? In reality, many Americans are also religious.
While you can absolutely be religious and interested in naturism, the general idea is that nudity correlates to sexuality—and many people want sex kept behind closed doors.
That brings us to a very important point: naturism isn’t about sex—it’s about freedom.
And starting in 2025, you can set sail into the sunset in your birthday suit straight from Miami’s docks. That’s right: a nude cruise is disembarking from Miami next year.
Here’s what you need to know.
Bare Necessities Tour & Travel partners with Norwegian
Bare Necessities, as you may have guessed, is a travel agency that focuses on nude tours and trips of all stripes.
They annually charter ships from major cruise companies to host some of the best and most highly rated nude cruises in the world.
The company recently made headlines for its upcoming Big Nude Boat 2025 cruise, which will set sail from Miami in February 2025.
Miami, in case you didn’t know, has a great nude beach—but it’s a big deal for a nude cruise to set sail from its docks. It’s not often that these types of charters leave from US shores.
Bare Necessities will be chartering Norwegian’s massive Norwegian Pearl—and it’s not going to be shy about traversing the Caribbean and some of its top islands.
Details of the Big Nude Boat 2025 cruise
So, what’s the goal of a nude cruise, and what makes it different than others?
In reality, there’s no great secret or undercurrent involved. Naturists like to do everything that traditional cruise guests enjoy, from swimming to lounging to making friends.
They just want to have the option to be naked, if they choose.
The Big Nude Boat 2025 includes all the standard amenities that guests enjoy on the Norwegian Pearl normally, including:
- Multiple restaurants & bars
- Multiple pools and sun decks
- Shopping boutiques
- A full spa
- A casino
Guests will also be treated to a next-level itinerary—one that hasn’t been shaved down thanks to the optional clothing rule.
The Big Nude Boat will stop in:
- Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian’s private island. At Great Stirrup Cay, guests can enjoy activities like zip-lining, kayaking, snorkeling, barbecue, and even swimming with the pigs. All while naked.
- St. Lucia
- Domenica
- Stop Martinique
FAQs
Bare Necessities has thirty years of experience crafting nude vacations that prioritize safety, comfort, and social nudity. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions for newcomers.
Can you be covered up?
Yes—you’re free to dress or strip down as you like.
It’s also common for men and women to cover up. That might be for personal reasons, to stay warm when temperatures drop, or to avoid sunburn. In fact, guests must wear clothes in the dining halls and when the captain does his introduction and reception.
Is there a swinger angle?
Guests are allowed to be nude. However, sexual gear like lingerie and fetishwear is absolutely not allowed. Let me state once again that there isn’t a correlation between nudity and sex for naturists.
In other words, you’re not any more likely to encounter swingers onboard a Bare Necessities trip than you are on a regular Norwegian Cruise.
Are cruises geared toward anyone in particular?
Guests come in all shapes, sizes, races, religions, sexual orientations, and more. Naturism is for anyone and everyone. (Also, nudists tend to be pretty accepting.) If this is your first foray into nude cruises, then you won’t be alone. Bare Necessities is a popular jumping-off point for new naturists.
Where can I buy tickets and learn more about the cruise?
You can read through the FAQ page on the Bare Necessities site. If you want to learn more about the Big Nude Boat, you can find tickets and other information online.
