

There are two centrally located clothes-optional beaches in Barcelona. Beaches in some holiday destinations, such as Crete, are also clothing-optional, except some central urban beaches. In some European countries, such as Denmark and Sweden Īll beaches are clothing optional. These include Gray Whale Cove State Beach near Pacifica, California, and Black's Beach in San Diego. The long-standing tradition of nudity on these beaches is tolerated. In contrast, several California state beaches with clothing optional areas are isolated by steep cliffs and have no facilities outside the parking areas. The beach features food, beach chair, and umbrella concessions and showers. In the Miami metropolitan area, the clothing optional section of Haulover Park is marked only by signs, and is sanctioned and maintained by Miami-Dade County. Nude volleyball is a recreational activity that has been offered at many naturist clubs (see § Volleyball below).Ĭlothing optional beaches in the United States vary in the degree to which they are separated from the non-nude public, and whether nudity is officially permitted by local authorities or merely tolerated although illegal. Florida Young Naturists organizes seasonal "bashes" at several Florida nudist/naturist clubs and resorts. Naturist venues also host special events, such as New Year's Eve parties.

Naturist recreation also includes cruise ships, which offer a variety of activities.

In keeping with their basic function, naturist clubs and resorts feature recreational activities. Swimming, and tennis in the same manner as at other resorts, just without the clothing. Research indicates that contrary to public opinion, naturists are otherwise typical members of society who engage in social activities such as volleyball, The term also refers to a lifestyle based on personal, family, or social nudity. Naturism, or nudism, is a cultural movement practicing, advocating, and defending personal and social nudity, most but not all of which takes place on private property.
