CO Resorts Florida

[ecnaturist]

Does anyone know of an clothing optional resorts in Florida that would compare to the Terra Cotta Inn in California? We have never been to a CO Resort and we heard so many good things about Terra Cotta that we were drawn to stay there. After checking air fait we can fly to Florida for about 1/3 the cost but don’t want to jeopardize ruining a first time visit to save money.

[ecnaturist]

Does anyone know of an clothing optional resorts in Florida that would compare to the Terra Cotta Inn in California? We have never been to a CO Resort and we heard so many good things about Terra Cotta that we were drawn to stay there. After checking air fait we can fly to Florida for about 1/3 the cost but don’t want to jeopardize ruining a first time visit to save money.

[usuallylurk]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ecnaturist:
Does anyone know of an clothing optional resorts in Florida that would compare to the Terra Cotta Inn in California? We have never been to a CO Resort and we heard so many good things about Terra Cotta that we were drawn to stay there. After checking air fait we can fly to Florida for about 1/3 the cost but don’t want to jeopardize ruining a first time visit to save money. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

We don't know where you're from -- based on your post, but =

Caliente - Paradise Lakes - Cypress Cove

Go to the AANR home page at http://www.aanr.com
Select "Clubs", Select "States", and click on Florida.

Caliente is the newest and most luxurious. It's in Land'o'Lakes (north of Tampa). And steep. However, we were there last November. AANR and TNS and I presume FCN-FQN members will get one day free grounds' fees for intro visits. Check it out, ask when you call. We also had a room mid-week for $88. Restaurants, bars, nightclub, etc.

Paradise Lakes is older but certainly luxurious as well -- also in Land'o'Lakes. You can rent a condo or town house through them but if you are staying for several days I suggest that you get hold of a copy of the AANR Bulletin and peruse their classifieds as people have condos & townhouses for rent there. Also , you can Google up "Paradise Lakes Rentals" and you will get a lot of private listings there. You would rent the property from the third party and pay a daily grounds fee to the resort. There are restaurants and bars on the premises so you wouldn't have to leave.

Cypress Cove - in Kissimmee (near Orlando) - more modest accomodations, more modest prices, but a lot of amenities there. It's quieter and not as flashy as the above two. No waterfalls, no fancy nightclubs as you find at the other two, but they do have cabaret-style music, dancing and dining one night a week. A good restaurant (inexpensive), a poolside pub (also inexpensive), health club, shops, etc.

We're more of the quiet type, so we go to the Cove and we are going back next month for a week.

We have been to all three. Our opinions - based on our visits =

We prefer Cypress Cove. It's an older crowd, it's a much quieter place, but we're not nightclubbers or into partying, so that's where we go. A good value for the money. If it's of any interest, Disney attractions and the like are not very far away, and while the Cove's lakeside restaurant is nice, there are others nearby that are great. US 192 is a 15 minute drive and there is everything there from Cattleman to Sonny's to Longhorn to Outback to whatever you fancy. And also ask the residents about other places to go that the locals (not the tourists) frequent, you won't be disappointed.

Paradise Lakes is okay, we spent a week there. We rented a townhouse from a third party. It was nice -- poolside bar service, very comfortable, very luxurious, but the nighttime atmosphere wasn't one that we liked. A little too raucous (for our style, your mileage may vary).

We were at Caliente mid-week, so there wasn't much going on. They had a beautiful layout - waterfalls, pools, a wonderful conversation pool-hot tub, and just purely luxurious atmosphere. Nightclub atompshere at night. And you will pay for it.

There are also traditional nudist parks - where the luxuries and amenities are not what they are at the above three. Since they don't have the amenities that the other three have, I haven't detailed them, but there are some fine nudist parks - including Lake Como, also in Land'o'Lakes.

STRONG RECOMMENDATION = if you are going for any length of time - a week, for instance, consider joining AANR (American Association for Nude Recreation) or TNS (The Naturist Society) before you go. You will get a discount on grounds fees. If I recall correctly, Paradise doesn't grant the discount for TNS but the AANR card is honored at all three and I know from personal experience last November that TNS is honored at Cypress and Caliente.

I do not know if the INA card is honored for a discount at these three. Check with the clubs. A listing on the reference page does not imply an affiliation with the listed club. But, if "INF" membership is mentioned, do not confuse it with "INA". They are not the same organizations. Whole other discussion there.

[David77]

Ecnaturist asked about a clothing optional resort.
Here is Caliente's statement from their website;

"Caliente Nudist Resort & Spa is a family nudist resort; weather permitting, social nudism must be practiced! You may wear clothing in the main clubhouse only.
To adjust, first time visitors may remain clothed for a limited time. Exceptions are also made for those under the age of 18 uncomfortable with personal nudity".
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The statement from Cypress Cove website states;

… "On my first visit, must I be completely nude right away?"
" No. You will be given a tour of the resort. If you decide to stay, then you can take a while to become comfortable. The Cypress Cove lakefront is considered clothing optional and an excellent place to begin your experience. Nudity is accepted and encouraged throughout the resort and is required in the pool and spa. Because people all around you are nude, quite relaxed, and enjoying their day, being nude is the norm and it's more comfortable".
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Paridise Lakes Resort bills itself as;
"The World's Premier Clothing Optional Resort"
But, of course, nudity is required in the swimming pool and hot tub.

[tinner666]

Once you find that nudity is the norm there, you will want to strip too. Sorry I can't explain it any better. But my clothed wife stripped after 10 minutes and never looked back. Frank http://clothesfreeforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[Florida Cracker]

I live halfway between all three of the major resorts here in Florida and have found them to be exactly as Usuallylurk describes them. I also like Cypress Cove for the relaxing atmosphere. There is plenty to do there, but the pace is not hurried (except on Saturdays sometimes). I do not even consider Lake Como after a few visits as it is very rustic and did not care for the type of people there. You can't beat Florida as a vacation destination in my book. As Lurk also said, the big attractions are nearby and I heartily recommend Universal Studios as the one to see (I avoid the mouse).
Florida Cracker

[Kenv]

We just back from Caliente, and yes it does claim to be a nudist resort. However the only place you find all people nude is around the pool and pool area. Some ladies would arrive or depart in a coverup, which is fine. The other thing we found is that 80 to 90% of the people dressed for dinner and the nightclub. But going all nude, is of course fine.

[nakednudists]

We have been to both Caliente and Paradise Lakes, but we prefer Paradise. We liked how Paradise had everything closer together. There also seemed to be alot of separation among the people at Caliente. The atmosphere seemed more inviting at Paradise and was more relaxing and layed back. We do want to try Cypress Cove though.

[usuallylurk]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jason Lee:
Paradise Lakes Clothing Optional Resort.

does everyone go clothed or nude ? (the percentage of nudists) </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Within the pool compound at Paradise Lakes - during the day, most people are nude.

For the evening events - dances - the clothing varies. And I mean VARIES.

I might add - at Caliente - the $88 special is, as far as I know, only for one night, and only for your first visit. Also, I forgot to mention that Caliente is for the most part a "cash free" resort.

Then again, I don't know of too many people who would travel to Florida on a vacation and who DON'T carry a credit card....

[usuallylurk]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jason Lee:
I'm surprised 85% guests at Caliente Nudist Resort get dressed for dinner and the nightclub. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I don't know about the rules at Caliente -- I was only in their nightclub one evening, it was a Tuesday night, and there weren't more than 10 people there, and all were dressed.

It also depends on the time of year. Florida nights are cool at times. If you arrive dressed and have to leave dressed, and it's cool in the club or restaurant, you might just STAY dressed.

"Appropriate" attire varies with the venue. Some clubs permit lingerie/underwear dancing, yet most of the conservative clubs prohibit it but allow nude dancing.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jason Lee:
I'm surprised 85% guests at Caliente Nudist Resort get dressed for dinner and the nightclub. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Consider that a lot of people that come at night are not nudists and don't feel comfortable nude in social situations. Consider also that a great deal of those people came from Paradise where it's also common to dress after dark.

[Kenv]

Jason
Thats my point.

Cyndi
I don't think those people are nudists. I think that they are people that use nudism for something else.

Didn't I just say they aren't nudists?

[nakednudists]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jason Lee:
Caliente Resort is a swinger place at night. (exchange sexual partners on a casual basis) </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

How do you know http://clothesfreeforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif?

[BackpackerBrian]

I don't have any first-hand knowledge about Caliente. My friends like it, though only for short-term visits. Most say it has gotten swinger-ish, though I cannot validate with my own experience.

In Tampa I usually go to Paradise Lakes, just because it attracts a younger crowd and isn't as flashy as Caliente. If you are looking for excitement, Caliente is tops I guess, Paradise is more balanced and then there's Lake Como too (which I am surprised NakedNudists failed to mention http://clothesfreeforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif)

Como is older, and on the "chill-out-with-nature" scale is highest of them all. It has an older clientele though.

Why not stay in Tampa, and try out all three there to determine which fits you best??? Of course, would be wonderful if you tell us which you liked best.

Enjoy your vacation!!!!

I joined a small resort called Gulf Coast Resort in Hudson. It's mostly people my age and older which suits me just fine. The owner is beyond ancient http://clothesfreeforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif. Her daughter is my age or older; she looks older. Oops! I hope she isn't reading this. It's just over 8 miles away, but I will be moving there November 1st. It's the only resort here that I can afford.

[usuallylurk]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jason Lee:
85% guests getting dressed for dinner and the night club in Caliente Nudist Resort.

Gawker Heaven </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I wouldn't say that. Many people wear informal clothing to dinner. If you go to any nudist resort you will see people clothed.

One of the more common forms of dress is a sweat suit/jogging suit.

For the Monday night cabaret sessions at Cypress Cove, a lot of folks dress to dance, but you won't see lingerie or provocative clothing.

By the way, the Cypress Cove crowd is older -- but then again, mrs lurk and I are in our 50s. A lot of our friends from here in the northeast have retired or are semi-retired to Florida and live in, or very close to Cypress Cove.

So the level of activity there suits us fine. And three weeks from today we start our vacation there.

[usuallylurk]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Florida Cracker:
I live halfway between all three of the major resorts here in Florida and have found them to be exactly as Usuallylurk describes them. I also like Cypress Cove for the relaxing atmosphere. There is plenty to do there, but the pace is not hurried (except on Saturdays sometimes). I do not even consider Lake Como after a few visits as it is very rustic and did not care for the type of people there. You can't beat Florida as a vacation destination in my book. As Lurk also said, the big attractions are nearby and I heartily recommend Universal Studios as the one to see (I avoid the mouse).
Florida Cracker </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I might also add -- that if you are taking your family with kids to see "the mouse", big rat, etc., Cypress Cove is an alternative to staying at one of the Disney resorts. Probably less expensive, and certainly more relaxing.

Way back when (25 years ago) when the Cove was just getting off the ground, we had a van that was equipped for camping. mrs lurk's parents lived in Charlotte County, and we used to stop there and take our little one to Disney for two days.

They have a playground for kids, a pool.. not a lot there for kids, it isn't geared to kids but if you go there school vacation week there WILL be other kids there, some with their parents on vacation, others visiting Grandma and Grandpa.

I NEVER wear clothes in a nudist resort unless it turns cold. Then I will put on just a shirt or stay indoors. I don't pay out good money to go to a resort just to wear clothes while I'm there. I can stay home and do that for free.

[tinner666]

Seems like the resorts would keep the club and dining areas warm enough to want to take the clothes off. http://clothesfreeforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif I wouldn't want to go in and find everybody else dressed! Frank

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Florida Cracker:
I do not even consider Lake Como after a few visits as it is very rustic and did not care for the type of people there. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

What type of people do you feel you found there?

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by tinner666:
Seems like the resorts would keep the club and dining areas warm enough to want to take the clothes off. http://clothesfreeforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif I wouldn't want to go in and find everybody else dressed! Frank </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Cypress Cove was like that for many years. They kept the AC on superblast! Most people were dressed to eat. I understand it's not like that now but I haven't been there in a few years so I really don't know.

[PascoDoug]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Florida Cracker:
I do not even consider Lake Como after a few visits as it is very rustic and did not care for the type of people there. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I guess you must mean the real, down to earth nudist folk?

IMHO, Lake Como is much more of a nudist facility than PL or Caliente is.

And if you think Como is "very" rustic you've obviously not been out and about much. http://clothesfreeforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[sunaddicted]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jason Lee:
Caliente Nudist Resort Land O Lakes Florida

Clothing Optional: Fiestas Nightclub/Disco, La Cantina Sports Bar, Maracas Piano Bar, Cafe Ole Restaurant, Gym and Aerobics area.

does everyone go nude in these clothing optional areas/zones ? (the majority of guests) </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

The beach bar is nude. People walk through the clubhouse nude to go to the pool area but at night there isn't much nudity in the clubhouse. We have danced there a couple of times, in the nude despite being a definate minority. We prefer to eat dinner outside on the balcony, nude is fine, and who needs to eat indoors in Florida when the weather is good. There is a great view of the lake and sunsets. You can also order pizza by the pool, etc.

At lunch, the sports bar serves lunch outside on the balcony. Nude is fine.

[tinner666]

There were some comments at WTP which resulted in a show of hands for CO or all nude. We stayed nude. I prefer it that way. But, don't get me wrong, I'm not offended by the dressed nudists at camp. http://clothesfreeforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif I wouldn't want to be a nude nudist in front of a few or a lot of non-nudists. Neither would my wife. http://clothesfreeforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif I hope this makes sense and is easy to understand what I'm getting at. http://clothesfreeforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
I think I'm trying to say that some people coming to a CO resort will only be there for the looking. http://clothesfreeforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

Gulf Coast Resort, which I'm moving into next Tuesday, is not CO. However, I'm sure that when it's too cold that people will put clothes on. It's a bit chilly today so I had to wear a sweatshirt, long pants, shoes and socks when I went shopping. I hated every minute of it and got them off as soon as I got home. This was the first time in months that I've worn any of that stuff.

[Illinois07]

Pasco Doug I agree with you on Lake Como. I would visit Caliente or Paradise Lakes, but wouldn't want to live there - much as I wouldn't want to live full time in Las Vegas.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jon-Marc:
Gulf Coast Resort, which I'm moving into next Tuesday, is not CO. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Gulfcoast is having several local singles groups getting together there on Sunday Nov 6th from noon to 5pm. No grounds fees but you are expected to buy lunch there ($6).

I knew about one, Cyndiann, from Tampa Bay, but I didn't know about any others. What I like about Gulf Coast is that most of the people are more my age, and I can use the hot tub which I can't do at Lake Como. My skin can't tolerate bromine, and Gulf Coast uses chlorine.

Caliente has a group, Gulfcoast evidently has a group although I don't know who formally they are organized, and Luna has the Tampa group, which not only goes to the clubs but also has get togethers at various members' homes.

[DouglasG]

I've been fortunate enough to have managed to visit Florida every year since 97' (bar 2000) between mid September & mid November. I've stayed at the Cove every year, last year renewing my AANR membership there, thus getting a discount on my AANR membership & also room discounts.

The 'snowbirds' are always there when I've visited but, the Cove has a widely aged clientele. Friday's through Sunday's it's common to see families there with kids from 0 to 18, through the week, less so. To me, it's the perfect place, quiet, well run, single male friendly & nude pretty much all the time.

I visited PL about 4 years ago. Took the tour, stayed a night, hated it. I've heard stories since that PL is 'swinger' orientated. There did seem to be rather a lot of males there who were more interested in other aspects of the facilities than purely nudist ones. Frankly, it made me sick, & I'll not return (3 guys, one girl, 'showering' & she seemed to have to pick the soap up a lot).

Caliente sounds good, but friends tell me it's pricey & very rule book run. You can't take a cold drink to the poolside unless they supply it, that sort of thing. I might visit it sometime, but, for now, the Cove is good enough for me.

That said, this year, I can't make it to Florida so it looks like a nude week in the Canaries will be my lot. For all that the resorts in the US are good, nothing beats the ability to go to any beach in Lanzarote & strip ... nobody bats an eyelid, you're not a pervert, a pedo or a gawker. They just let you get on with sunbathing or swimming, walking or whatever else takes your fancy. Heck, you can even drive nude to some beaches there!

[Florida Cracker]

Yeah, the Cove is the place for me, too. I have been to all the resorts in Florida except a couple of small ones in Pasco. I actually live between about 5 of them. We drive a little bit farther to the Cove cuz the people are friendlier and they get involved more in the activities. They speak to you more. Some have asked what kind of people we found at Como. Well, I have kinda resisted answering cuz I don't really like to be critical. I visited there many times and found the people to be kinda crabby. The residents are a clique. They only speak to you if you speak to them first. They yell at the kids all the time and that is why a lot of families have told me they have moved out. The residents even refer to themselves as "God's Waiting Room" sometimes. And as far as rustic, Doug, you have got to be kidding. It was originally a farm built in the forties.
Florida Cracker

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Florida Cracker:
Yeah, the Cove is the place for me, too. I have been to all the resorts in Florida except a couple of small ones in Pasco. I actually live between about 5 of them. We drive a little bit farther to the Cove cuz the people are friendlier and they get involved more in the activities. They speak to you more. Some have asked what kind of people we found at Como. Well, I have kinda resisted answering cuz I don't really like to be critical. I visited there many times and found the people to be kinda crabby. The residents are a clique. They only speak to you if you speak to them first. They yell at the kids all the time and that is why a lot of families have told me they have moved out. The residents even refer to themselves as "God's Waiting Room" sometimes. And as far as rustic, Doug, you have got to be kidding. It was originally a farm built in the forties.
Florida Cracker </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I'm surprised to hear you say that. The Cove has a reputation as a place where the people seem a bit cold and Como has always been a very friendly place with total strangers saying hello to one another.

I know CC is most definitely not very nice to singles although they do let them in if you jump through their hoops. Como is one of the friendliest clubs when it comes to singles.

[DouglasG]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Cyndiannaked:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Florida Cracker:
Yeah, the Cove is the place for me, too. I have been to all the resorts in Florida except a couple of small ones in Pasco. I actually live between about 5 of them. We drive a little bit farther to the Cove cuz the people are friendlier and they get involved more in the activities. They speak to you more. Some have asked what kind of people we found at Como. Well, I have kinda resisted answering cuz I don't really like to be critical. I visited there many times and found the people to be kinda crabby. The residents are a clique. They only speak to you if you speak to them first. They yell at the kids all the time and that is why a lot of families have told me they have moved out. The residents even refer to themselves as "God's Waiting Room" sometimes. And as far as rustic, Doug, you have got to be kidding. It was originally a farm built in the forties.
Florida Cracker </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I'm surprised to hear you say that. The Cove has a reputation as a place where the people seem a bit cold and Como has always been a very friendly place with total strangers saying hello to one another.

I know CC is most definitely not very nice to singles although they do let them in if you jump through their hoops. Como is one of the friendliest clubs when it comes to singles. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Cyndiann, believe me, I jump through hoops for nobody! I've never had any problems at the Cove being a single male & have met quite a few regulars there who were very chatty.

It bothers me whan I read comments of guys who avoid clubs because they are single ... frankly, they should visit a place & ask. Bottom line is clubs like your $'s & so long as these guys aren't visiting for the wrong reasons, they should have no problem being able to go to any club for some naked sun & relaxation.

DGC

[Florida Cracker]

Well, actually the opposite is true, in my experience. Sometimes the Cove has quite a few tourists and so you don't see the same people each time you visit. But the residents and regulars are there and they are very friendly. The Como people may say hi, but that's it. It is really hard to engage them in further conversation unless you try to join in a conversation already in progress among regulars. And as far as "hoops" the only hoop the Cove requires of singles is an AANR or TNS membership. I regularly play shuffleboard with several single males there (and they have the best shuffleboard courts I have ever played on).
Florida Cracker

I personally had a bad experience as a single at CC. I went to one of their singles weekends and we were kept segregated and told not to approach anyone that didn't have one of the singles medallion on. This was a few years ago, granted but after that when a new singles director was named I talked to him on the phone and asked if there would be any changes and he didn't seem that interested in his position and had no clue that changes were needed. I don't feel that he really had our needs as a top priority so I don't know why he took that position.

And as for that "hoop", it's discriminatory. They don't require couples have that membership, just the singles.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jason Lee:
Lake Como Nudist Resort web site looks a bit uninviting. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

In what way?

They have a couple of "Bike Weeks" at Como every year, the next one being in two weeks.

CC has at least one also.

You have to take into consideration the area we live in and it's close proximity to Daytona Beach which makes a lot of money from bikers at their two Bike Week events. The ones at the nudist resorts are trying to feed off that by inviting bikers in while they are in the "neighborhood".

You would probably not be aware of that being you are on the other end of the planet.

[usuallylurk]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jason Lee:
anyone know what CC is ? because I got no idea </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

CC = Cypress Cove, also referred to as "the Cove". http://www.suncove.com

Bike Week in Daytona Beach - Daytona Beach is probably only 100 miles from Cypress Cove. I don't know which month Bike Week is held in, but it's at a time when the northern part of the United States is still in the throes of winter, but Florida is enjoying 80F/28C sunny spring weather.

I don't go to Bike Week, but hundreds of thousands of people from the northeast and midwest United States, and Canada and even Europe take a mid-winter or late winter break and head to Florida for a holiday of some type. The two weeks surrounding Easter Sunday compose the heaviest tourist season for Florida, although Florida is attractive year-round.

Cypress Cove is very popular because it is moderately priced, is a full-service resort with amenities not found at many other nudist sites, but there are two others over in Tampa that now have them and those are more upscale. It was the first east coast resort of its type.

It is also very popular because it is a very short drive to the "Orlando attractions" - particularly Walt Disney World and Universal Studios Park.

I've been there MANY times over the last 25 years. Seen it grow from a simple Florida campground to a major resort. Is it as fancy as the other two new ones in Land'o'Lakes? No. It it what we are looking for? Yes. Exactly.

I don't need a waterfall, or a fancy disco, or lingerie dances. Gimme a steak and a beer, a pool, a hot tub, and a few sundry activities and I'm all set.

Lake Como Club -- we were members when we lived in Florida 19 years ago. At that time, LCC did not admit single men (generally). Cyndiann can speak to questions about LCC much better than I can. There were ownership changes, and other changes through the years, as can be expected with any group. It must evolve and adapt to keep going.

I do, however, take exception to the view that singles aren't welcome, or don't fit in at one place or another. If ANYONE is admitted to any nudist park or group or club, they'll "fit in" socially if they have the social skills to do so.

[Illinois07]

Now that we have the info on these resorts - which of these would you stay at for 6 months of the year. In about 3 years I plan to retire, spliting the year into 6 months (May - October) in the Midwest, the other 6 months in FL. Which club would you recommend for these 6 months? I've pretty much eliminated Caliente as I won't spend a quarter million dollars for a winter getway. If 6 months is too pricey I might condense it into Dec, - Feb, or Dec. - Mar.

[PascoDoug]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Jason Lee:
Paradise Lakes Land O Lakes Florida http://www.paradiselakes.com/default.htm
The World's Premier Clothing Optional Resort

Paradise Valley Resort Dawsonville http://www.paradisevalleyresorts.com/default.htm
Georgia's Premier Clothing Optional Resort

any idea why these 2 resorts have the same name ? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Well they don't really have the same name, but they are owned by the same company..

[usuallylurk]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Illinois07:
Now that we have the info on these resorts - which of these would you stay at for 6 months of the year. In about 3 years I plan to retire, spliting the year into 6 months (May - October) in the Midwest, the other 6 months in FL. Which club would you recommend for these 6 months? I've pretty much eliminated Caliente as I won't spend a quarter million dollars for a winter getway. If 6 months is too pricey I might condense it into Dec, - Feb, or Dec. - Mar. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

When we retire - which could be sooner than later, the way things are going -- I probably wouldn't live in a club but would purchase the best house I could afford right outside of one.

Having lived in a nudist resort up north, I much prefer it to a textile neighborhood. Tomorrow I will be moving into Gulf Coast Resort and will be offline for a while--how long I don't know, but it won't be long. I'm addicted to my computer and nudist forums. http://clothesfreeforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[missouriboy]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Illinois07:
In about 3 years I plan to retire, spliting the year into 6 months (May - October) in the Midwest, the other 6 months in FL. ... If 6 months is too pricey I might condense it into Dec, - Feb, or Dec. - Mar. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>If "pricey" is important (and it usually is for everybody) have you looked at the Rio Grande Valley in deep south Texas? It's farther south than the Tampa-Orlando area, for warmer weather in deep winter, and the population density is lower, leading to lower costs for everything.

Since you have 3 years to go, it's definitely worth looking at for at least one winter trip before you make a decision. (I've been to both areas...)

[Illinois07]

As far as the house idea goes - I will hav one house "up north" which will be enough. If I was going to live in FL year round the house near the clubs idea would be great.. As far as FL vs TX goes, I think FL has more things to do during the winter, I would like to hear from nudist "snowbirds" who go to FL for the winter, and what they think of the different clubs. I might visit the TX clubs, but don't think I'd want to set up a "permanent base" there.