And Why it is So Healthy

We have all experienced the phenomenon of liberation from conventionality and societal norms when on vacation. This is true on vanilla vacations where you might have tried an adventure sport like skydiving or scuba diving that you might never have dared to at home. Or even something as pedestrian as eating something which would never normally pass your lips- not only enjoying it, but relishing it.

Ok, so imagine that freedom from conventionality or inhibition, throw in a lack of clothing and then shock the mix with a healthy dose of sexual electricity and- poof! -you have the lifestyle resorts and adventures many have come to know and love and others dream of experiencing.

For so many couples resorts like Hedonism, Desire & Caliente Caribe, along with specialty trips like our upcoming “Erotic Caribbean Au Naturel Cruise,” are their first foray into the “Lifestyle”. There is a very good reason for this: thrust into the open and erotic atmosphere of these venues and freed from conventionality, this is often the first time couples will let down their guards and inhibitions sufficiently enough to open themselves up to experience the truly sexual side of their minds and relationship.

For some, this experience is saved for those annual trips to their favorite resort but for most it is like discovering a whole new and exciting side of your relationship that is enhanced and strengthened. This often begins a more intimate journey into exploring your relationship and enjoying new adventures together.

So what makes it healthy? There are a number of things that we hear from our travelers which create an anecdotal picture of this experience.

For many couples, this first exploration represents a monumental leap in the level of communication they have about their relationship and sexuality. For those that go regularly it is like a booster shot keeping their relationship healthy by making sure the lines of communication are open and strong.

It is funny how many (particularly vanilla) couples who spend their years working, raising families and building their lives rarely or never discuss their relationship, particularly as it relates to sex.

This lack of communication about this basic human emotion and need can often be the pink elephant in the room of a relationship. Exploring your sexuality together, in an open and adventurous way puts this discussion front and center. I cannot tell you the number of travelers that have told us how their lifestyle vacation brought them closer together and energized their romance.

Another benefit is that this is a safe environment. You are away from your home town and normal circle of friends. As a matter of fact, you will likely not know anyone nor will they know you. This anonymity provides a buffer to allow you to explore in a safe and relaxed environment.

Finally, you are there to enjoy yourselves, so your mental and physical receptors are already running at high speed and open to new input. There is a built-in willingness and actual expectation to experience new things.

So next time you are thinking about booking a lifestyle vacation think of it as a booster shot for your already loving relationship, although I will have to admit, I have not been able to find a health insurance policy yet that will cover it J.

Jonathan Baltuch, along with his wife and best friend Lori are the owners of ShoesOnlyTravel.com. He can be reached there or through their profile here at Kasadie “ShoesOnlyTravel”.