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.

Clothing Optional (or Nudist) Questions & Answers

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.  

10 Years of "More Than A Vacation"

It was 10 years ago that we set out to create an "oasis" in the desert where people could come and experience "more than a vacation." Little did we know that the worst economic times were just around the corner...

But we made it! 10 years of helping people learn that nude does not mean lewd; that swimming / soaking in mineral water feels fantastic (and is good for you too); and that massage should be transportive and healing.

To celebrate, we are having a big 10th Anniversary Party on November 9. We will be providing a great Italian dinner and wine tasting experience. Plus we'll be showing pictures of our renovation and the "fun" we had getting Living Waters Spa off the ground.

See our website for other upcoming events and specials if you cannot attend our big Anniversary Party.

Call us ASAP to reserve your spot at our 10th Anniversary Party. 760-329-9988 (8 am to 8 pm Pacific)

Yours at YOUR oasis,

Jeff & Judy
Here is a picture from out 9th Anniversary - SUSHI!

It has been said...

Living Waters Spa is truly one of a kind for many reasons. The waters in the mineral pool and the spa are very healing. Every time we spend a day or two in these waters, we feel rejuvenated, but who wouldn't, sitting in some of the most mineral rich water in the world, surrounded by blue skies, fresh air, palm trees and scenic mountain views? The rooms and facilities are impeccable and I attribute that to the owners' - Jeff and Judy’s - high standards. 

Living Waters offers many different types of massage packages, which are an added bonus to a couple of days of relaxation. They offer a fantastic little continental breakfast and also have a gas grill on premises if we want to do a little barbecuing. And let me not forget; some rooms have kitchenettes which are very helpful if we don't feel like dining out. 

Each time we return to Living Waters we are greeted like old friends who are back in town. The folks we've run into at the resort all seem to be respectful and mature. The pool and common areas are always quiet and serene so that maximum relaxation is possible. No cell phones are going off. It's just such a relaxing vibe. My girlfriend is fairly new to the clothing optional scene and kind of shy, but has found it easy, natural and freeing to walk around in her birthday suit at Living Waters Spa. There's not another feeling like it in the world. I would highly recommend this spa to anyone who would like to take advantage of the healing waters and relaxation of Desert Hot Springs in a beautiful, serene setting. 

Thank you, Jeff and Judy and all of the staff at Living Waters Spa! 

Ray and Maryam

Happy NUDE Year 2013

Yeah I couldn't resist the "NUDE" part.  May this year be a good one for all of us... and may you enjoy some time just in your "skin" as well.

I saw an article today entitled "My Sexual Resolutions."  I was intrigued so I read it.  The very last point the author stated:

"I am not “a naked person.” I do not share dressing rooms with friends, take it all off at the women’s sauna or go skinny dipping on a lark. Even disrobing for a massage feels improper. I’m a bit of a nudity prude, which is odd for someone who receives sex toy samples at the office and has a bottle of bacon lube sitting next to her computer monitor — or maybe it makes perfect sense. I’m exceedingly comfortable with eroticized undress, but what about the desexualized naked body? I think it’s worthwhile to challenge our own individual brand of prudishness, whatever it may be."

I found it very interesting that they felt the need to explore non-sexual nudity.  I could not agree more!  Our current culture has some issues with simple, non-sexual nudity.  People are totally afraid to be seen simply nude.  People will tell us on the phone "I'll come to your resort once I loose 20 pounds."  Our typical reply is that "it doesn't matter what weight you are!"  We've also been known to say "... and a bathing suit hides it!"
 
Our opinion and experience is that people of all sizes and shapes look better nude.  Seriously.  We've been so brainwashed by our culture that pokes fun at size with statements like "some people should NEVER be seen nude."  How sad a "judgement" against another human being.

If you poke around our website (www.LivingWatersSpa.com) you'll see pictures of naked people.  I believe we did these very tastefully AND these are REAL people who are guests who consented to be photographed.  They are NOT paid models. Soooo, have you had a non-sexual naked experience?  Perhaps 2013 is the year for you and that you'll choose Living Waters Spa as the place to try. BTW, the article mentioned can be found at: http://www.salon.com/2012/12/30/my_sexual_resolutions/

Nude New Years Eve Alternative Celebration

December 31 - January 1st - New Years Eve Alternative Celebration
Living Waters Spa is the place to be for people wishing an alternative NYE celebration. Here is what we are offering:

• 
  Dinner on your own (cook your own or eat out)
• Social Massage workshop: 8:00-10:00 (click here for details)
• Tempting Desserts: 10:30-11:30
• New Years Eve Toast: 11:30-12:00

The cost for this NYE experience is only $49.00 per couple plus room rates. While champagne will be offered, we discourage excessive drinking and that is what makes this an alternative from the typical "NYE party." The social massage is optional and we think something that you'd not want to miss.  We will also enjoy some amazing desserts and celebrate life in a sober context as we welcome in the New Year. What better way to end one year and begin the new one than in the company of the community here at Living Waters Spa. 

We just had our 2nd Annual Knaked Knitters Retreat where we spent 2 days dyeing yarn and knitting (and crocheting). We had so much fun we're going to do more dyeing and knitting next year, so plan ahead for the end of January 2013 and join us. Check back on the website for details and exact dates as the plans get finalized.

Why human touch / massage is so powerful

From time to time we've had clients ask us why touch is so powerful. A number of years ago we found an article in Massage & Bodywork that kinda captured the idea of why:

"Human touch is the most sophisticated physical tool in the known universe. We cannot synthesize a material that functions like the skin of the hands, let alone something that operates with the sensitivity, intelligence and motor complexity of the human neuromuscular system through the hands.

Touch is also the only way to bring two energy systems into direct contact with one another. Michelangelo’s image of God’s and Adam’s hands approaching has the enduring power to remind us of the literal sharing of that spark of life.

Every time we lay our hand on the human body with pressure and consciousness, we are uniting the worlds of structure and the worlds of energy in the only possible way for this to be done. Human touch is the only context in the known universe in which there is a simultaneous and conscious contact of both structure and energy." [Massage and Bodywork – January 2004]

We've had people laugh, cry, go into a state of semi-conscousness, release fears, embrace change, feel "reborn", get goosebumps, solve a problem, and enter into a state of bliss... on my table. It is truly an honor to touch another human being with the intent to bless, to heal, to restore, to love - unconditionally.

We create RELAXing Memories

We got an email from guests that visited us not too long ago. She was preggers and finally delivered a healthy baby. Here is the email:

Dear Jeff & Judy,

I wanted to share with you that one of the tools that C____ used to relax me during labor was recounting our most recent visit to Living Waters - and it worked!

Thanks again in... more ways than one,

S_____

Yep, we are quite proud of the positive energy found at our spa. I don't think "Mr. Hilton" has ever gotten an email like that!

Isn't it time for YOU to create some relaxing memories?

Come and store them up for when you need them. Living Waters Spa - 760-329-9988

Couples Erotic Massage Workshop

Palm Springs / Desert Hot Springs - California: If you are a monogamous couple interested in learning erotic massage for each other, where do you go? Sure, there are instructional DVDs that might work, but they can be kind of “porn-ish.” You’ve heard of Tantra and it sounds mysterious and sexy but you may not be into new-age spirituality. Terms and concepts such as chakras, meridians, and kundalini awakening can be rather baffling and unfamiliar.

So where does a couple go to expand their relationship, grow closer to each other, and celebrate sensuality in a safe monogamous context?

The answer: Living Waters Spa! On February 4th and 5th such a workshop will be held at the desert’s only mineral water, clothing optional spa, Living Waters Spa. This event is called “Hot Winter Nights.” It will be led by owners and massage therapists Jeff and Judy Bowman who have conducted this workshop several times each year since they opened their spa in 2003. “We wanted to create a workshop that we would want to attend, one that would allow us to explore our sensuality in a safe monogamous context and learn some new approaches to our sex life,” says Jeff. “As massage therapists we know the power of touch. As a couple we’ve been together for 37 years and have worked through many of the issues that block intimacy between a couple. So we’ve put together a weekend workshop that will teach various massage techniques which will give you new tools for the toolbox of intimacy & romance.”

"We have designed this weekend to be a sacred experience that is full of sensuality and joy”, said Judy. The weekend starts on Friday night where couples will learn to give each other a sensuous massage that is as pleasant for the giver as for the receiver. Various massage techniques and body positions will be taught to make it an enjoyable session. This aids the couple to grow in their ability to communicate with their partner via touch. No massage experience needed.

Then on Saturday afternoon the “heat is on.” In “Woman’s Hour” the man will focus on his woman. For about 90 minutes Jeff and Judy share erotic bodywork and sensual touch focused on the woman. In the evening the “Man’s Hour” is held where the woman will focus on her man. During all sessions Jeff and Judy describe and demonstrate on each other the intimate massage and erotic bodywork exercises while instructing the couples as they work on their own partners. “We don’t know of another workshop like this,” say Jeff and Judy, “where couples can learn specific massage exercises that they may have never tried before, where they can discuss aspects of sexuality that are often left unsaid or only in the pages of Cosmo!”

“In prior workshops we’ve had couples of all ages, and as you know, sexuality is far different for a twenty-something couple compared to a sixty-something couple. But as people open up and share during the weekend many wonderful ideas are discovered by all. Some couples have expressed concern regarding the presence of other people in the same room. We can tell you that while there are other couples (limited to 8) you are so concentrated on your partner that the rest are blocked out.” A note: access to Living Waters Spa is restricted during Hot Summer Nights to those participating in the workshop.

Living Waters Spa is a European-style clothing optional natural spring water spa resort that has been featured in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, USA Today, EllenDegeneres.com, the Washington Post and the spa is currently top rated on TripAdvisor.com. It offers its guests a chance to get away, get in touch with life, and rejuvenate mind, body, and spirit. Hot mineral water has been sought out by health enthusiasts the world over and Europeans have gone to the hot baths since ancient days. The mineral water found at Living Waters is odorless, tasteless, and colorless.

The cost of “Hot Winter Nights” is $395.00 per couple plus room rates. LivingWatersSpa.com will provide you with more information or you can call Living Waters Spa at: 760-329-9988.

7th Anniversary of Living Waters Spa

DESERT HOT SPRINGS: Living Waters Spa celebrates 7 years of providing guests with "more than a vacation" in a European-style swimsuit optional environment, magical massages, and pure natural mineral water pools.

When Jeff and Judy Bowman had their first clothing optional experience in the year 2000, little did they know that in as short as three years later they’d open their own resort and now this November they celebrate 7 years of business at Living Waters Spa: a European-style Clothing Optional Resort.

“Time has gone by quickly” says Jeff, “and we are so pleased to have built a business that not only has matured well beyond the start-up phase but is thriving.” Currently Living Waters Spa enjoys an over 73% repeat rate and is the only clothing optional natural mineral water spa in Southern California. “We’ve had guests from 49 different states, Canada, all over Europe and beyond. They come for our pure mineral water pools, magical massage, and a clothing optional experience.”

Living Waters Spa is one of the Top Ten clothing-optional resorts in the world according to TripAdvisor.com and has won the “hidden gem” award from TripAdvisor 4 times in the past seven years. These awards from TripAdvisor are quickly becoming among the most coveted in the hotel industry because they are voted on by millions of real travelers who gather to share their opinions on the world's largest travel community: TripAdvisor.com.

“More than a vacation” according to Judy, is what they provide the guests at Living Waters Spa. “People come from all walks of life, all ages, sizes and shapes to enjoy our pure mineral and do so with the option of not wearing a bathing suit. Jeff and I feel that our spa is special in that our guests leave the spa fully refreshed, rejuvenated, and restored as a person. Living Waters Spa is a place to be still, to listen, to sense, to feel, to breathe life, and to receive a transformative massage.”

The spa has two primary types of accommodations: 9 rooms around the pools and 6 condos a few steps away. All feature a custom mattress, fine linens, and European style décor. Most of the rooms around the pools have kitchens, and in keeping with the spa concept, do not have phones or TVs. The condos are all two bedroom units. The fully furnished kitchens have granite or tile kitchen countertops, and the comfortable living room features a flat screen TV and DVD player. All accommodations have free wireless broadband internet access.

The pools at Living Waters Spa flow with mineral water that comes out of the earth odorless and pure. The smaller pool is like a large Jacuzzi, covered with an awing so guests can sit in the mineral water and be out of the sun. It is always at a perfect 100 degree temperature. The large pool is under the sun-kissed desert sky and has a mid-80 degree temperature, even in winter.

“You don’t have to be a nudist or naturist to experience the clothing optional aspect of Living Waters Spa” says Jeff. “In fact the vast majority of our guest would not use those terms to describe themselves. These days clothing optional vacations are the fastest growing segment in the travel industry. Living Waters Spa has had some wonderful recognition as THE place to try a simple nude, naked or clothing optional experience. USA Today and the Ellen Degeneres / AOL websites have singled us out as THE place to try the ol’ fashioned skinny-dipping. We are quite proud of these mentions as they show that Americans are starting to learn what Europeans have known for a long time, that nude doesn’t mean lewd!”

Living Waters Spa is also the only clothing optional resort to offer discounts for guests under 30 years of age, those who are in active military, or who are survivors of breast cancer. “We are here with a passion to help people,” says Jeff, “and our discounts especially provide these groups the chance to take a break, reconnect with their partner, and restore their soul.”

Please feel free to contact them if you have any questions about having a clothing optional experience or want to experience “more than a vacation.” Living Waters Spa can be reached at 760-329-9988 / 866-329-9988 or http://www.livingwatersspa.com/ and www.SpaCondos.com.

Hugh Jackman's Ideal Date Night: Skinny-Dipping

According to People Magazine - "Celebrating his 14th wedding anniversary on April 11 to wife Deborra-Lee Furness, PEOPLE's 2008 Sexiest Man Alive Hugh Jackman says his favorite date nights consist of going to the movies – and swimming naked. "I'm here with my wife watching a movie – that's a pretty good date," Jackman, 41, told PEOPLE at Tuesday's New York premiere of Date Night, starring Steve Carell and Tina Fey. "Other than that, skinny-dipping in [Sydney, Australia's] Bondi Beach at midnight!"

Couples come to Living Waters Spa for their wedding anniversary, birthday, or just to get-away and enjoy a "time out" with their partner. If you've never tried the ol' fashion skinny-dipping, you are missing out on an amazing experience - especially here at Living Waters Spa. Our pools are filled with pure, odorfree, mineral water right from mother earth. We have our own well and pump directly from the earth into both of our swimming pools. In fact, we are the ONLY clothing-optional mineral water spa in Southern California.

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!

So, what are you waiting for? Come to the oasis... 760-329-9988

Tennis Channel at Living Waters Spa

On 3/15/2010 the Tennis Channel came to Living Waters Spa! Each year in March the BNP Paribas Open is held at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Indian Wells, California. The Tennis Channel came to Living Waters to create a feature that will air during next years BNP Paribas Open.

The BNP Paribas Open, considered by many to be the "Grand Slam of the West", is the fifth most-attended tennis tournament next to the Grand Slams. It is one of the few major events combining both men and women over a two-week period on the ATP and Sony Ericsson WTA Tours. Held annually at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, a state-of-the-art facility boasting a 16,000 seat stadium, the second largest in the world is one of the world's most beautiful venues for watching the top professionals compete. In 2007, 303,398 people attended the event, making it the first tournament, outside of the Grand Slams, to ever pass the 300,000 mark.

It was fun giving them the 3 reasons people come to Living Waters Spa - 1) Our clothing optional vacation experience. 2) Our pure nature mineral water pools - we pump pure mineral water from our own hot water well 18 hours a day at the rate of 20 gallons a minute. The water "flows" thru our pools and back to the earth. 3) Our amazing massage - aimed to be one of the Top 5 you'll ever have.

They took video of our courtyard; pools; massage studio; and poolside rooms. This isn't the only time we've had TV crews here. Several years ago we had the Travel Channel do a segment on us for "Lawrence of America" a show that featured a Brit who found himself doing fun and different things here in America.

Nude / Naked Wedding at Living Waters Spa

On Dec. 1 we had another naked wedding here at Living Waters Spa. Each year we had couples come and get married or renew their vows here at the spa. Each ceremony is tailored to the couple and it is an honor to be THE place for such an occasion.

Living Waters Spa is proud to offer the usage of its facilities for weddings or vow renewals. Let us handle all or part of the details (minister, music, cake, reception, etc.) as well as a wonderful place for your wedding party to stay -- both before and after the ceremony.

For a wedding that would be truly unique and that would stand out in the memory of all, consider letting Living Waters Spa make it happen for you. Clothed, clothing optional, and even nude weddings are possible, it is up to you.

Consider the deep significance of a nude wedding vow renewal. Standing naked before God and each other, open and vulnerable to your partner as you state your loving commitment to each other. We have found that couples easily rekindle the flame of love at Living Waters Spa. A number of couples have also taken advantage of our couples massage training to deepen their relationship.

Oprah says: "Step out of your Box"

Believe it or not, Oprah Winfrey challenged a group of 40-something women to give skinny-dipping a try as part of a "step out of the box" episode. You can read more details on Oprah's site here.

Yep, stepping into the unknown or doing something you've not ever done can bring a unique sense of "life" back into you. Here is a question for you: "When was the LAST time you did something for the FIRST time?" It really is a good question.

We get comfortable in our life and we slowly drop into a stagnant state. Then before we know it we settle into a predictable routine and then one day we bottom out... "Is this all there is?" we ask ourselves.

Oprah's challenge is a good one. Here at Living Waters Spa we see people from all walks of life, all backgrounds, various ages and ethnicity come and try a "social nude" setting for the first time. Guess what happens? A revitalization of life - I'm not kidding. Doing things for the first time - things that reveal your inner self - have a way of waking up our sleepy (lethargic even) souls. To feel the warm sun ALL OVER your body, to step out of a pool and not have a clingy bathing suit to remind you of your perceived imperfections, to feel the air brush across your being... well, you've just got to "step out of your box" and give it a try.

Living Waters Spa is a safe place. We really are! We are a place for personal retreat not party. Couples and singles find a true "oasis" here at LWS. Palm Springs has a number of clothing optional or nudist hotel resorts but we are the only one whose emphasis is on "spa." Our mineral water pools (fed from mother earth) are the ONLY clothing optional mineral water pools in Southern California. If you are wanting to step out of your clothes, in a social setting, for the first time, we are the place.

Living Waters Spa

13340 Mountain View Rd.

Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240

760-329-9988

AMA and Obamacare

The American Medical Association Has Weighed in on the New Obama Health Care Proposals:

The Allergists voted to scratch it, but the Dermatologists advised not to make any rash moves.

The Gastroenterologists had sort of a gut feeling about it, but the Neurologists thought the Administration had a lot of nerve.

The Obstetricians felt they were all laboring under a misconception.

Ophthalmologists considered the idea shortsighted.

Pathologists yelled, "Over my dead body!" while the Pediatricians said, "Oh, Grow up!"

The Psychiatrists thought the whole idea was madness, while the Radiologists could see right through it.

Surgeons decided to wash their hands of the whole thing.

The Internists thought it was a bitter pill to swallow, and the Plastic Surgeons said, "This puts a whole new face on the matter."

The Podiatrists thought it was a step forward, but the Urologists were pissed off at the whole idea.

The Anesthesiologists thought the whole idea was a gas, and the Cardiologists didn't have the heart to say no.

In the end, the Proctologists won out, leaving the entire decision up to the assholes in Washington!

(copied from an email from a friend)

Here at Living Waters Spa, we ponder many serious questions - grin!

Skinny-dipping into History!

This Past Saturday Living Waters Spa in Desert Hot Springs joined 136 other clothing-optional / nudist resorts around the country in setting the record for the most people skinny-dipping at one time. This was sponsored by AANR - the American Association for Nude Recreation.

We had 29 people participate here at Living Waters Spa. We gave everybody a LWS hat and got in the pool at 12:00. We had two witnesses from our city - Mayor Pro Tem Karl Baker and Councilwoman Jan Pye. (I wonder how many other places had elected officials as witnesses?)

Each week we have 1st timers to a clothing optional experience and this skinny-dip record was no exception. The guests who had never had a social nude experience jumped right in and actually said: "our first experience is helping set a record!" They came back later this week and spent the night and got our famous LWS signature massage.

If you've ever thought about skinny-dipping, we'd love to invite you to our spa. We are a QUIET place - Spa means SSssspppaaa....ah. You can float in our pure mineral water pools, enjoy our therapeutic afternoon breezes (which is awesome in these summer months - we are 5-10 degrees cooler than the heart of Palm Springs), have one of the Top 5 massages you'll ever get, and just be "in your skin."

Give us a call: 760-329-9988... You can do it, you've thought about doing it, you CAN do it!

Here is a question for you:

"When was the last time you did something for the FIRST time?"

Come and join others in jumping in without a silly bathing "costume." You will not want to wear one again.

Living Waters Spa to participate in the AANR World Record Skinny-dip on 7/11

This Saturday, 7/11/09, Living Waters Spa is joining forces with the American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR) as they attempt to set a world record for the most people skinny-dipping at one time. Come for the day or spend the night(s) and join us as we join forces with AANR to set a world record.

In honor of this special event, Living Waters Spa will be giving away one of our LWS hats ($13 value) to all those participating. PLUS we will be waving day use fees ($45) for those who come for the day to do the Skinny-dip and get a massage! So you can participate in the official Skinny-dip, get a free hat, and one of our magical massages for only $99 or a couples massage for only $198. If you decide to spend the night we have some rooms for only $149 per night or $249 for two nights. These specials are in honor of this fun record breaking event.

Here are the details: at 12:00 noon all those in either of our two pools will be counted and the official count sent to AANR who will submit their totals from resorts across the country to Guinness World Records Company. All participants must register with Living Waters Spa, sign appropriate waivers and agree to participate by skinny-dipping totally nude. Participants shall complete an AANR APPROVED REGISTRATION FORM prior to the allotted time for the event. This form gives AANR and Living Waters Spa the right to use your participation in the count for the record. Additionally, a photo will be taken (you can turn around and face away from the camera or put your hat over your face if you are shy) and we will have two witnesses to verify that all who signed were in the pool nude at the appropriate time. I’m hoping to get two of our city leaders to serve as witnesses!

So, come for the day or spend the night(s) and join us as we join forces with AANR to set a world record. You don't have to be a nudist or naturist to participate!!

Space is limited as are rooms so call now to reserve you place in this fun historic event! 760-329-9988

Mention on the LA Examiner.com

It is always nice to pick up press from an outside source. In this case the Los Angeles Examiner website. Check it out here.

We have been honored to be covered by some very main stream media. We've been featured in the New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, USA Today, Ellen Degeneres / AOL.com and others. Even our State Senator John J. Beniot sent us a letter of congratulation on receiving our rewards!

Yes, you can "mainstream" a clothing optional spa. Yes, a clothing optional hotel can compete with standard hotels. Yes, you can have a vacation of a lifetime here at Living Waters Spa.

With our summer rates you can enjoy our mineral water pools, magical massage, and award winning customer service. Check our specials here.

New Dog Friendly Condo - 1st ever at a clothing optional spa!

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. – The saddest thing in the world is leaving your at dog home when you go on vacation. Living Waters Spa announces the 1st ever Dog friendly condo at a clothing optional spa for vacationers who don't want to leave their "best friend" at home.

He’ll sit there at the window unmoving, sad eyes watching out for you until you finally return. You’ll worry he feels abandoned; you might worry he’ll tear up something. You know no one can take care of him like you do, and you know you won’t be able to sleep without him curled up beside you. No matter how great the resort is, something will be missing.

At Living Waters, we know you feel. That’s why we are the only European-style, clothing-optional mineral-water spa that invites you to bring your best friend with you and make yourself at home in our pet-friendly luxury condos.

All you need to bring are groceries and your dog’s favorite treats and toys. Our condos have two bedrooms with custom king-size beds dressed in fine linens; cable TV, a DVD player, Wi-Fi; granite countertops, a professional-style gas range; microwave, toaster and coffee maker; cooking utensils and flatware. Best of all, you’ll have a private patio dog run.

If you’ve never had a clothing-optional experience but have always wanted to, now is your time. At Living Waters Spa, you can feel the desert sun and mountain air on your whole body. You can swim in pure mineral water without a bathing suit. And, you can have that experience in an environment devoted to body acceptance and self-discovery.

Spend your days here days relaxing, rejuvenating and restoring, taking in our therapeutic, odor-free water, receiving soul-touching, award-winning massage and body treatments, and exploring nearby Joshua Tree National Park or sight-seeing in Palm Springs. You can take your dog for a hike in the mountains or for an outing at one of our many local dog parks.

The price is lower than ever to visit us here at one of the top 10 clothing-optional spas in the world. TripAdvisor ranks us third around the globe, and Spas of America ranks us first in California. Let us be your number one, too.

Conde Nast Traveler, American Spa, USA Today, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, Ellen DeGeneres, AOL and other media outlets have featured stories about the Living Waters Spa experience. With our special condo rates, now is the perfect opportunity to discover us for yourself.

We’re sure you’ve never had an experience quite like this, and you absolutely can’t beat our rates for the season, May through September: $499 for the week, $99 per night Monday through Thursday and $139 Friday through Sunday.


About our spa: Completely refurbished five years ago, our nine guest rooms and massage studios retain their Mid-Century Modern spa-tel character. Our two pools are fed directly from a hot-water aquifer; we pump 20 gallons a minute, 18 hours a day, from our own well. The water in the small pool stays about 100 degrees, which is perfect for long, therapeutic soaking. We offer massage and spa treatments; a dry sauna; breakfast and afternoon hors ‘d oeuvres. Our six condos are directly across the street from the spa.

Contact us: For more information about Living Waters Spa or questions about your first clothing-optional experience, you can call us at (760) 329-9988 or (866) 329-9988. Our Web site is www.livingwatersspa.com.