Naturism was early popularised in Germany midst the early 1900's. The number of moving naturists, or those who live as nudists, rapidly grew far and near the 20th century, and today there are hundreds of nudist colonies around the globe. From the original groups in Germany to those in the United States, United Kingdom, and other parts of Europe, those who live this mode do so because it promotes equality and freedom among members of the group. While some might look on naturism as being odd, those who live as naturists agree that it is one of the healthiest ways to live.



Skinny dipping is the practice of swimming in a lake, ocean, river, or other body of water without the aid of clothing. While swimming nude was the norm precendently the 19th century, when swimsuits were popularised, it has since become taboo in numerous cultures. Skinny dipping is typically used as a form of sexual rebellion or a form to commune with nature, even though it's certainly not necessary that sexual contact occur. Numerous beaches and public pools around the world present been designated as safe spheres for skinny dipping, and more recognize the practice each year. In some countries, nude beaches are restricted to those above a certain age, though this is by no means always the case.

Because of the social conventions against nudism and naturism, it's usually difficult to pinpoint suitable locations to delight in oneself locally. Thankfully, legions travel agencies and resorts around the world cater happily to the naturist populations. Cruise lines are usually booked a year in advance for naturist cruises, and resorts that promote naturism are abundant in the area around the Caribbean and South America. There are also naturist holidays for nude hiking, as well, around the Alps and other smaller mountain ranges in Europe. The southwest of England is a very favourite spot for naturist climbers and hikers.

Since the naturist movement originated in Germany in the early 19th century, Germany has been home to one of the largest populations of nudists in the world. Thanks to relaxed nudity laws in Germany, legions naturists have found a home since the reunification of that country. France has always been recognized as a more forward-thinking country, and as a follow, they certainly embrace nudism more readily than other countries around the world. Many naturist beaches in France practice mandatory nudity, and they again and again forbid clothing entirely at some of the more exclusive naturist resorts.

Naturism has been subject to criticism since its adoption nearly 100 years ago. The more conservative thinkers around the world think that naturism promotes indecency and sexual promiscuity. On the other hand, studies indicate that naturist community groups are safer and tighter knit than those who embrace a clothing-required attitude. Instances of sexual molestation and crime are almost non-existent at naturist resorts. The criticism also stems from the fact that myriads pornographic websites and publications use naturism as a theme, even if the folk portrayed aren't true naturists. There is a significant difference between naturism and nudity.

Indifferent of society's opinions of naturism and nudism, the fact remains that there are millions of nudists around the world. The main nudist society, based in Hanover, Germany has more than 50,000 members. There are legions such clubs around the world, and there are more than 1 million citizens in the United States who deem themselves to be ?zealous nudists.? This results in a boom to local economies where naturist resorts are placed, and naturist conventions bring millions of pounds to modest isolated towns in England year round.