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Wear Your Birthday Suit: 10 Hotels Where You Can Show EVERYTHING

Whether you hate tan lines and sand in your swim trunks, or just love the feeling of sunbathing au naturel, you’re in luck — as many resorts have instituted clothing-optional areas so the only suit you have to wear is your birthday suit. From full nude-friendly hotels to properties that have designated clothing-free pools, here…

11 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid on Your Caribbean Vacation

Beach at the Anse Chastanet Resort; Laura Hinely/Oyster Most Americans fantasize about escaping on a sunny Caribbean winter break every year. Just thinking the word “Caribbean” conjures of images of white beaches, crystal clear water, tropical fruit rum drinks, and sun-soaked days. If you’re actually headed south for a Caribbean vacation, you’re in for a…

8 Affordable Wellness Retreats

Now hear this: Wellness isn’t just for well-to-do one-percenters. Increasingly, self-care has become accessible to everyone, whether that’s through a free meditation app or a bike-share program. But there’s one aspect of health and wellness that still feels reserved for the ultra-rich — the restorative getaway. Plenty of seasoned travelers think that a sunny, unplugged…

Everything You Need to Know About the Best All-Inclusive Resort Brands

Location, style, and budget are probably the three most important factors for selecting an all-inclusive resort. Easy enough. But wait! You’ve found several options that fit your criteria, and you notice that one hotel charges for internet access and water sports, while its competitor down the beach offers free Wi-Fi and unlimited scuba diving. Or…

The Safest Destinations in Latin America and Why You Should Visit Them Now

Machu Picchu/Oyster If you’ve been paying attention, you know that Latin America is rapidly ascending lists of the world’s must-see destinations. According to the World Trade Organization, inbound tourism to Latin America grew by three percent in 2018, and the figure is predicted to grow. And with landscapes as varied at the Atacama Desert, the…

10 of the Best Clothing-Optional Resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean

Avoiding tan lines, preventing a sand-filled bikini, and enjoying an erotic week filled with sexual exploration — there are many reasons why one might want to go au naturel on vacation. Luckily, there are plenty of resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico that not only allow, but also encourage visitors to bare it all in…