Recently, this intriguing concept caught the internet’s attention, particularly after a passenger’s Reddit Q&A session went viral.
Contrary to what some might think, it’s not a free-for-all; there are specific guidelines around where and when clothing is required, and yes, there are protocols for dealing with arousal.
Now, stepping into the spotlight is a woman whose job gives her a front-row seat to the daily operations and unique dynamics of life aboard a nudist cruise.
“I’m a cruise organizer for Bare Necessities Tour and Travel, a nudist-cruise company,” she shared with Business Insider.
Kat’s affinity for cruise ships isn’t a recent development.
Her journey with Bare Necessities began in 2010, and since then, she’s been instrumental in driving sales and ensuring guests have unforgettable experiences aboard the nudist cruises.
“For each cruise, I create schedules so our staffers know when they need to man the information booth, perform ‘dinner duty’ to make sure guests comply with the dress code, and join the dance club at night to make sure things go smoothly.”
The aspect of nudism, naturally, adds an interesting twist to the cruise experience, one that could easily be misconstrued or sexualized.
However, Kat is quick to clarify the ethos behind Bare Necessities.
The philosophy of nudism, as Kat describes, is about shedding more than just clothes; it’s about leaving behind societal judgments and assumptions.
“Our guests form deep friendships that I don’t think form as readily on a textile cruise.”
“We’re not a swingers’ cruise. This is not lifestyle travel. There are plenty of those travel opportunities out there, but that’s not what we do,” Kat emphasizes, distinguishing their cruises from other adult-themed voyages.
