Swimming

NOOSA, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRAILIA

Noosa, Queensland, Australia

"It's a hike path which takes around 30 mins and you reach an actual "nude beach" I say just above the nude beach on a rock wall looking into the ocean, where if you keep walking down you reach an endless beach with tones of people sub baking nude!" - Haylee Liggins 

Go : It's amazing relaxing place, along the main strip is filled with shops and restaurants. Everyone is friendly It's a hike up  along a mountain, you walk all the way around till you reach the other side and that's the nude beach, I actually sat on the rock while taking the photo and saw dolphins swimming! 

Stay : For a more posh experience, rent an apartment from On the Beach. There are tons of apartments nearby with beach houses and small various neighborhoods to chose from. If you are traveling with family you may want to try RACV resort or the Noosa Sun Motel which both offer comfortable accommodation and are centrally located to everything.

Eat : And every food shop is to die for! What's best is if you drive 5 minutes towards "Alexandria bay beach" 

Drink : There are plently of lively surf clubs to visit if you are seeking some lively chill lively night life such as the Rolling Rock Night Club. If you are searching for a popular spot to try a great French Martini, try Lauguna Jack’s. Other nighttime spots in the neighborhood worth checking out are House Lodge, Bistro C and Koala Bar.

 

 

(GOZALANDIA FALLS, SAN SEBASTIAN, PUERTO RICO)

Gozalandia Falls, San Sebastián, Puerto Rico

"This was taken during a magical summer trip with close friends. We were staying at my family's home in Rincón. After four days spent between the beach and our front porch, we drove inland for a welcome freshwater adventure. The falls are difficult to find, but fairly well discovered (read: $5 parking). There were two local families with us for the first hour or so – the fall abounded with young children. But as soon as they left and the coast was clear, suits were stripped and we were free to enjoy the falls like we were the only people in the world." - Liana Blum

Wear : Dad sandals -- the hike down is quite steep and slippery. 

Go : Walk upstream to the second waterfall. There's a rope swing up there and powder blue swimming holes along the way. Explore the town of San Sebastián on your way out – there’s wonderful kitschy shops to peruse.

Stay : In Rincón or Isabela. The falls are about an hour away from both -- a perfect day trip. The Siren Inn in Rincón is our favorite – a beautiful slice of paradise on the beach.

Eat : Pastrami sandwiches made with pan de agua. Pick them up at one of the local bakeries. Once back in Rincón, stuff your weary self with mofongo and suspiciously cheap rum cocktails at Red Flamboyan. It's right up the hill from Pools Beach. 

Drink : Straight from the coconuts!

(BORANUP BEACH, BORANUP, WESTERN AUSTRAILIA)

Boranup Beach, Western Austailia

"Boranup beach, with its white sand and azure water, is the classic Australian postcard. A slow and winding 4X4 track makes its way through the Boranup Karri Forest, along scrub covered dunes and opens up to an empty wonderland of pure white sand and the clearest turquoise waters. It's paradise for fishing, surfing, snorkeling, sun-baking, chilling by campfires, watching sunsets, relaxing and feeling overwhelming bliss.

This trip was a last minute decision to escape and head for the solitude of an empty beach, camping only a stones throw from the crystal waters. We couldn't believe how empty and beautiful the beach was. 

With breakfast eaten, what to do next in a place like this? That's right, strip it all off and make for the ocean! Nothing is more naturally invigorating than skinny dipping in the stunning blue waters of your own private beach." - Daniel Akmens

Go : Head to the Margaret River wine region. If you can make it out of there, keep going towards Karridale. Take a right towards the ocean and find your own way.

Stay : It's all about camping under the stars here.

Eat : If you go for a day-trip, pack an over sized lunch because you'll probably stay longer than you think. If you plan to stay a few days, then bring everything you'll need to cook on a campfire. There isn't anyone selling ice cream

Drink : Anything and everything that will fit in your cooler: beers, wine, cider, juice; all the good stuff that goes well with breakfast. And always bring plenty of water.

(WHISTLER, BRITISH COLOMBIA, CANADA)

Whistler, British Colombia, Canada

"This was taken in Whistler when it was -3 degrees Celsius at the end of November. We were up there for a birthday and, after a couple sips of whisky, someone mentioned the idea to go skinny dipping. We all rushed down to the lake, but when the group saw ice formed at the edges of the lake, only three of us were willing to go through with it! My dog actually walked out on the thin ice when no one was looking and almost fell in - luckily he's still with us. " - Kai Jacobson

Go : Whistler is a world class ski and mountain biking resort town. Be sure to go spend the day skiing or snowboarding on Whistler Mountain in the winter, or hiking and mountain biking in the summer/fall. Then relax in the evening, shed your layers, and go for a dip in one of the many lakes!

Stay : Rent a cabin on the mountain with a group of friends! 

Eat : At the Longhorn Saloon – you can literally ride into the restaurant and enjoy a warm meal and ice-cold beverage.

Drink : Whiskey