Their consistent warm weather makes tropical areas prime locations for a nude vacation, and there are many places where a man can expose his healthy penis to the sun with no fear of censorship. (And if it's not healthy, he needs to spend some time practicing proper penis care in advance of his travels.) While a nude vacation is still an exception rather than the rule, more and more people are taking advantage of no-clothing or clothing-optional opportunities to engage in a delightful "nakation" (naked vacation) away from home.

Do they really exist?

Most people know about clothing-optional beaches, but not everyone is aware that there are vacation packages available for people interested in spending most or all of their away-from-home time in the buff. According to one estimate, about $400 million is now expended annually on nakation activities.

Many nude vacations tend to take place on a cruise ship. Others may be at spas or resorts with nudity-allowed policies.

Tips

Experienced naturists tend to ease right into a nude vacation with no problem. Those who are not experienced in the nudist tradition may have a few qualms. For those, the following tips can help:

- Try it before committing. A person who has never gone publicly nude may find the prospect of a week-long unclothed cruise a bit daunting. It's probably better to sample the lifestyle a little first. Many areas have clothing optional beaches which can allow a person to ease into the nudity. There also may be naturist camps nearby where a man can book a weekend to see how he likes the experience.

- Start slowly. Most nude vacation sites allow a person to get comfortable with the idea. Rather than stripping down immediately, a man might start out wearing a long shirt or a bathrobe and then remove this when he is a bit more at ease. Also, it's important to cover up when one is chilly or if one has been in the sun too long and runs the risk of burning.

- Bring plenty of sunscreen . Speaking of burning, it's important for novices especially to make proper use of sunscreen. Skin which is typically covered is going to be more susceptible to burning, and few things are as uncomfortable as a badly-burned bottom or penis.

- Towels are mandatory. When nude, it's essential that one carries a towel at all times and places it on any chairs before sitting.

- Use a fanny pack or the equivalent. Men tend to depend on their pockets, so when naked, some other way of holding money, keys, etc. is called for. A fanny pack is a good option. So is a lanyard or other wrist-based bracelet that attaches to a small carrying pouch.

- Erections happen. Nakations are not about sex (at least, not in public). But men are bound to get erections occasionally, as they occur naturally throughout the day. When a man becomes erect, it's best to not put himself on special display.

- Shake it off. When finished at the urinal, it's a good idea to give the penis a few extra shakes. It's both embarrassing and unhygienic to walk out of the men's room with stray drops of urine falling from one's member. (The same holds true if a man ejaculates, either with a partner or by himself. Do a good cleaning and make sure there is no ejaculate seeping out before going public.)

A nude vacation can be an invigorating experience, but a man does want to make sure he has an appropriately healthy penis to put out there. Using a first-rate penis health crème (health professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil) can definitely help. A crème with natural moisturizers like vitamin E and Shea butter will keep the skin in great condition. Another valuable ingredient: vitamin A, the anti-bacterial properties of which can reduce unwanted and persistent penis odor.