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!

A Beautiful Body Project

We just discovered this amazing website where the goal is to help women realize that they ARE beautiful just as they are... Here at LWS we have women (and men too) of all ages, sizes, and shapes. There is something transformative about simply "being" in your skin alone. It does vary from person to person, but the bottom line is self-acceptance. Experiencing "every body is beautiful" for yourself is why Living Waters exists. http://www.abeautifulbodyproject.com/

Stretchmarks and Scars...

Here at Living Waters Spa body acceptance "happens" as folks get in to their "nakies" and realize that they too are simply human. Some of the more profound aspects of acceptance are women whose bodies have been changed by childbearing. We think scars and stretch marks are the badges of courage of motherhood. Here is an artist who feels the same way.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/24/a-beautiful-body-book-project-jade-beall-photos_n_3467178.html?utm_hp_ref=parents&ir=Parents&ncid=edlinkusaolp00000009

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

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

Early Winter Specials 2008/2009

We've decided to post our early winter 2008/2009 specials:
November - December - January 2009
Not available: November 27-30 or December 24 thru January 4, 2009
We don't think you'll find a more affordable clothing optional vacation opportunity:















** Condo Week **

7 Nights in a Condo - $499.00($400 savings, tax not included)Our best deal! A whole week in one of our luxury condos for less than $75 per night. You have full access to the mineral water pools at the spa. The condos have TVs and DVD players. Add another couple for only $100 for the week and split the cost!















** Pool Side Week **

7 Nights in a Pool Side Room - $699.00($544 savings, tax not included)You read this correctly, a whole week in one of our poolside rooms for only $99 per night.


** Winter Weekday Special **
Stay one night, 2nd night 75% off!
Monday-Thursday
(up to $127 savings, tax not included)
Example:
Room with mini-fridge
Night 1 = $159
Night 2 = $39.75
Total stay = $198.75
(only $99 per night)

** Couples Weekend Escape **
Friday & Saturday - $499.00
(up to $156 savings, tax included)
Package includes two night, three day stay in a poolside room with a king size bed; and one 75 minute couples massage; unlimited soaking in our clothing optional pure mineral water pools; and full use of the Living Waters Spa facilities which includes early arrival and late departure!

Please see our condo or spa websites for all details or give us a call: 760-329-9988

New York Times Highlights Nude Vacations

Sunday's 4/27/08 Travel section of The New York Times led off with the feature article "No Shoes, No Shirts, No Worries" about the booming nude recreation travel industry. According to statistics cited by travel writer Michelle Higgins, nude vacations have become increasingly upscale events. The three-page spread includes a brief history of the beginning of nudism and how clothing-optional vacations are now considered mainstream and more in demand than ever. The article gives information about the American Association for Nude Recreations (AANR) clubs such as Avalon in Paw Paw, West Virginia, and Mira Vista Resort in Tucson, Arizona, as well as AANR participating businesses Hidden Beach Resort, Castaways Travel and Bare Necessities Tour & Travel.

Back in 2006 we had a guest at Living Waters Spa who later told us he was a writer for the New York Times. You can see the article here. It was a real honor to have the Times writer actually stay with us.

This latest NY Times article does not seem to be written by someone who actually stayed at the places mentioned. I talked this week with the President of AANR (btw, Living Waters Spa is a paticipating business of AANR) and mentioned my concern that the known swinger hotel (Sea Mountain Inn) was presented in the article. He too was concerned and was going to write to the author and explain the huge difference from and AANR facility like Living Waters Spa and that of Sea Mountain Inn.

We work hard at helping folks separate nude from lewd; skinny-dipping from sexuality; and that nakedness doesn't mean sex. Swinger places are the exact opposite. I'm not opposed to swinger places - frankly that means the swingers have a place to go and will not bother us or our guests. But I do have a problem when swinger places sneak into the nudist world under the guise of being "clothing-optional." The one mentioned does this all the time. Not to mention various claims of recognition and awards with no links or evidence to substantiate their claims. However, this time they do have the NY Times to cite... albeit out of the ignorance of the writer.

Living Waters Spa exists to help people except their bodies - themselves, in a non-sexual naked context. If you want to have sex in pubic, see sex in public, go into a hot tub that has had people having sex in it, then go to a swinger place. However if you want to enjoy skinny-dipping in pure mineral water in a non-sexual context - Living Waters Spa is for you!

Huntington Beach Bans Nudity

The town of Huntington Beach, California, has successfully passed an anti-nudity law despite an outpouring of support from those who opposed the ban. Over 13 speakers, most of which were against the measure, attended the meeting, and e-mails from around the world were sent urging council members to reconsider. A poll on the Orange County Register's website garnered over 1,200 votes with 80% of respondents against the proposed law. But Monday, the City Council unanimously voted to ban public nudity where it is visible from a public area. Proposed regulations on women breastfeeding an infant older than age two and restrictions on wearing a costume or device that simulated nudity were deleted from the ordinance. Read more at Huntington Beach Ban.

The big issue was over a man who would leave his house naked and go outside to pick up his paper and generally just be au naturel. Our culture isn't ready for such simple nudity in public places.

Here at Living Waters Spa once you walk thru our privacy doors you can enjoy being naked anywhere on our grounds. Skinny-dipping in our mineral water pools, european-style sunbathing (nude or topless), and just "being in your skin."

If you have never had such an experience and would like to try it -- Living Waters Spa is for you! We are a safe (no voyeurs, no swingers, no drunks) place!

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to call 760-329-9988.