Naturist St Martins (Club Orient)
The Caribbean Paradise Island of St Martins is home to the famous mile and a half long sandy Orient Beach. With its fine white sand, protected by the only barrier reef in the Caribbean, and crystal clear water, Club Orient has an enviable location - but do note the hurricane season is between June and October. However, this being said the climate is the same all year round with air temperatures of 80 degrees – and the water temperature is the same. It’s only six miles from both the French and Dutch capitals on the Island, so lively nightlife is in close proximity should you wish to leave to club for a change of scenery.
Club Orient was the first ‘clothes optional’ resort to open in the Caribbean (in 1981), and is now a firm favourite with Naturists. It’s a family friendly ‘clothing optional’ resort set on a tropical beach on a peninsula of about 30 acres, all the buildings are single story, blending in with the scenery. With red pine studios and mini studio’s made from Finnish pine, all the concrete chalets are painted to match the sand so as not to be obtrusive.
There is an abundance of excursions on offer so you will never be lost for things to do in the tropical paradise, be it sailing or exploring the Island you will be spoilt for choice.
Club Orient is one of the most luxurious Naturist resorts in the Caribbean. I will provide a brief overview of the accommodation, but do go to their excellent website to see photo’s of the them as they are superb – not just inside, but all the exteriors are very attractive and set in the beautifully maintained grounds. With 137 units available there is something for everyone.
All include:
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Patios with picnic tables and outside showers
- Beach chairs
- Safe
- Air conditioning and ceiling fans
- Telephones
- Internet Access
Luxury villas sleep up to 7 people – with two King sized beds, twin beds, two luxury bathrooms, satellite TV, outdoor shower and Reflection Pool.
Chalets sleep up to 4 people
Luxury mini-suits sleep up to 3 people
Studios for up to 3 people
To reiterate, see for yourselves the standard of the accommodation by visiting http://www.cluborient.com.
Facilities:
Papagayo Restaurant and bar – serves a wide range of international dishes, including fresh seafood, the finest beef and poultry – a truly excellent variety. On some evenings live, local bands play, on others there is quiet background music while you enjoy your meal. The web site will provide you with sample menus and prices to give you an idea of the superb food they serve. This restaurant is know as one of the best on the Island – so enjoy.
The Perch Bar and Grill offers a range of drinks and grills.
La Boutique general store, with a supermarket section offering a wide range of fresh and frozen food, canned food and drinks. Fresh baked bread and pastries are available every morning. Everything you need for a BBQ is here, meats, charcoal, and a superb selection of wines and beer. A wide range of men and women’s clothing can be found, also children’s toys and clothes in addition to a large selection of toiletries and over-the-counter medicinal items. The Boutique area has a large range of local arts and crafts and other goods.
The wellness centre offers a large range of massage therapy’s and spa treatments including; Swedish massage, body scrub, Vichy showers and Seaweed pack, facials, manicure and pedicure. The range on offer is extensive, reasonably priced, so go on treat yourself.
Snorkel equipment, sea kayaks, paddleboats, windsurfers and floats can be hired. As can sunfish sailboats and a Hobie Wave 13’ catamaran.
Fancy a day at sea – in the nude? Take a trip on the Tiko-Tiko Catamaran, relax, have a drink, and be spoilt as you sail around the Caribbean. Anchor is dropped in a bay of an uninhabited Island, snorkel, sunbathe of explore the Island while lunch is being prepared for you on board ship. The Catamaran is available for private charter by guests – lunch is not provided on these trips.
Tennis courts are available if you are feeling really active, as is a volleyball court.
Entertainment is low key; a wine and cheese night is held every Monday evening by the Club Orient manager, live music several times a week when you can dance, but most entertaining is done with impromptu BBQ dinner parties for your new found friends.
For a relaxing, naturist holiday with luxury accommodation this has to be one of the best available.
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Comments on Jamaica naturist holidays:
Don’t go all inclusive unless you don’t want to see the real island and its people. Stay at an ordinary hotel with naturist facilities. Hire a taxi from within the hotel complex. Negotiate a rate for the day. The driver will then be guide and mentor. You can then have easy access to their Jam. only townships. This is not possible in a hire car. Buy Jamaican dollars - this shows your desire to ‘mix with the locals’. Treat them with respect. Make friends with locals. Ask to see ‘their’ island, not the touristy bits.
Posted by Pam Rollison on Sun 9th March 2008 at 03:23 PM | #