Spa Etiquette — Your guide to what to wear or not wear at spas around the globe. Nudity etiquette exposed. While asking for precise guidance is a good idea, the fact is very few people actually do; after all, those who are confused and anxious about nudity issues are generally not likely to want to even discuss them with a stranger. So here are some tips that will hopefully give you the information you need before you visit a spa in any country around the world — so you can achieve what you came for in the first place: total ease and relaxation. Most spas have separate locker rooms for men and women where you change into a robe and slippers. While some spas have private changing cubicles, many do not and you have to change in front of others. Some spas will invite you to change in the actual spa treatment room.

This is not an excerpt from some European erotic novel. Bathhouses and spas have been around for thousands of years among many different cultures, so when I was given the opportunity to check out a co-ed European spa in the convenience of my residential city, I had to go for it. I felt immediate relief seeing naked women and men of all shapes and sizes and colors walking around freely and comfortably. I was very impressed with how they were able to create a friendly, inviting space, but I must admit being in liberal San Francisco helps. Before entering any room or tub, everyone has to shower in the private, curtain covered stalls to maintain a clean facility.

I can't say anything negative about the hotel or restaurant. Having muscle problems, I was looking forward to the hot tub and sauna, but I just could not make myself go into the spa naked with men and women. I think it is a little short-sighted of the hotel not to embrace other culture who are not comfortable being naked with others. I don't understand, "mandatory nakedness.