The following is taken from a guests review on TripAdvisor.
My wife had just undergone a month of chemo and radiation treatment for uterine cancer (complete hysterectomy three months before) and was scheduled to start a three-month round of intensive chemo in about a month. I thought it would be nice to take her to one of her favorite spas in Desert Hot Springs for a night off; we have about 75 animals, dogs, cats, birds, etc., so one night off is a big deal for her. I was going to book us in at one of the spas we'd been to before, but on a whim I decided to look at the top rated spas in the area--and there was Living Waters rated #1. There was just one small hitch--it was clothing optional. My wife is pretty open minded so I called up and started the reservation process with Jeff, but about half way through I thought I had better consult with my wife, so I trudged to the "bird room" to run it by her. At first she was ok with it but then thought about her recent hysterectomy scars and changed her mind. But after a couple minute chat with Jeff, she changed her answer to "yes", with certain reservations. That is she got to put on a one-piece bathing suit if she wasn't comfortable being naked around other people.
Five minutes after we arrived in Living Waters she was totally ok with being a nudist, so to speak, because of Judy and Jeff's open minded attitude. They especially make you feel right at home in the spa having drinks with them at 3:00. There was also a much larger swimming pool that has a cooler temperature where you can cool off after being in the spa. The resort is clean and spacious, well appointed, and the rooms are reasonably large and comfortable. We spent a very pleasant afternoon and evening in an ambiance of openness and cordiality that was lacking in any other spa we had been to--just what my wife was looking for.
There were 8 or 9 other couples there and within minutes it was as if several of us had known each other a long time. We had never found that kind of atmosphere at any other spa. My wife enjoyed herself so much that she wants to go back at least once during her next round of chemo even if she has no hair. The ambiance is that open and accepting.
Clothing Optional... what it's all about - FAQ's
"We are interested in trying "clothing optional" but we are worried about other people finding out and not understanding. Will our privacy be guarded?"
Your privacy is YOUR privacy. We do not give out any personal information about our guests. While you stay with us you'll be with those who, like you, are concerned with privacy. So, rest assured that your visit will be kept confidential. We understand the difficulty that people might have in trying to grasp the purity of simple nudity and European style sunbathing. We've had people from all walks of life: Pastors to Police; Doctors to Dairy Farmers; Musicians to Monks -- well you get the picture. Since 2003 we've become the "oasis" for folks needing to recharge. Is it time for you? Poke around our website and learn more: www.LivingWatersSpa.com.
Living Waters Spa opened it's doors back in 2003... I'd have to say that since that time we've "heard it all" in the form of questions from potential guests. Here are some commonly asked questions and our answers.
Clothing Optional... what it's all about
Our facility is completely private and "European style" clothing-optional. You are encouraged to soak in our healing mineral waters au naturel and enjoy this total immersion in nature. For generations Europeans have visited the "spas" and have sunbathed nude. We Americans are now realizing how relaxing this "nude recreation" can be. Swimsuit optional vacations are now becoming common for us and we are discovering what our European friends have known all along -- such simple nudity is total freedom. We've designed our place to give "first timers" the best clothes free experience possible. At Living Waters Spa we provide you the coolest vacation souvenir of all: no tan-lines!
FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions)
What do you mean by "European Style Clothing Optional?"
For years Europeans have had a more self-accepting view of the body than Americans. They understand that simple nudity is just that - simple nudity. Consequently they are not ashamed of going "au naturel" when at the spa. We have found once people try it they discover a new found joy. To float, swim, soak or sunbathe without any restrictions is a luxurious and free feeling. At Living Waters Spa you are welcome to enjoy our entire facility sans-clothing -- most do -- but it is up to you. There is no pressure...after all, you are on vacation or as they say in Europe: "holiday!"
We are interested in trying "clothing optional" but we are worried about other people finding out and not understanding. Will our privacy be guarded?
Your privacy is YOUR privacy. We do not give out any personal information about our guests. While you stay with us you'll be with those who, like you, are concerned with privacy. So, rest assured that your visit will be kept confidential. We understand the difficulty that people might have in trying to grasp the purity of simple nudity and European style sunbathing.
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