Nude beaches are very popular in some parts of the world. Also called “naturist beaches”, a fully nude beach is clothing optional, while a topless beach allows for partial nudity, but requires that the lower body be covered.

For some, a nude beach is a frightening idea, for others a titillating one, but for most people who regularly visits beaches of this nature, its just a natural thing that they want to do. If you’re comfortable with it, why not?

Below, is a list of the Top 5 Nude Beaches in the world…

5. Haulover Beach, Florida

With Miami on its doorstep, his sunny beach located at the south of the Sunshine State, has a “bare area” that is 800 yards long and has its own life guards and police patrols. The perfect weather, fashionable location and excellent amenities like refreshments, sunbeds and umbrellas make this a fun spot for baring it all.

4. Wreck Island, British Columbia

A huge wrecked sea vessel once inhabited the sands of this 4 mile stretch of beach. Now, however, it is a nude beach that features some amazing sites including a Bald Eagle nesting area, and a Vender’s Row where you can even shop in the nude. The University of British Columbia is only a few feet away as well…you know, in case you want to stop by the library after you’ve gotten dressed.

3. Vera Playa, Spain

This long, wide sandy beach is the capital of bare bathing in Spain. You can find Beach bars, sunbeds, pedalos, and even volleyball. The hot and dry climate keeps the beach open almost year round, and most European nationalities visit here, giving it a vast and friendly atmosphere.

2. Ocho Rios, Jamaica

This area of Jamaica is famous for its many beach resorts. There is a nudist beach just offshore from the Couples Resort that is an ideal place for new nudists to get comfortable in their own skin. There is a cabana bar, and private nooks all around, but more importantly – this beach is PRIVATE. If you want privacy and a good time in the “natural” experience, this is the beach for you.

1. Leucate Plage, France

Featuring 1 km of golden san, this classic Mediterranean beach is unbeatable. Three naturist resorts share the coastline, but the beach is open to everyone. There’s plenty of space no matter how new you may be to the “naturist” way of dress (or not dressing, as it my be).