Naturist Camping Baldarin -

Book early. Spots sell out months in advance, especially for July and August. And don't forget the mosquito spray—the pines are lovely, but the bugs are hungry.

The pitches are terraced into the hillside. You aren’t parked bumper-to-bumper like a Walmart parking lot. Instead, you are tucked into natural clearings. Waking up to the smell of pines and the sound of gentle waves is therapy. Just bring heavy-duty tent pegs—the ground is rocky and roots are everywhere. The beach is a mix of concrete sunbathing platforms (smooth and surprisingly comfortable) and small pebbles. Water shoes are a must; walking on Adriatic pebbles is a test of your commitment to naturism. naturist camping baldarin

I found this feeling on the Istrian peninsula of Croatia, at a place that has become a legend among seasoned nudists and curious newbies alike: . Book early

The vibe here is profoundly peaceful. The average age skews a bit higher (think retired Europeans who have been doing this since the 70s), but you see young couples and families, too. The rule is simple: Nudity is mandatory in the pools and sauna, and strongly encouraged on the beach. However, you walk to the bakery in a towel or a sarong. It is civilized, respectful, and refreshingly boring in the best way possible. The campsite is located in the Zlatni Rt (Golden Cape) forest park, just outside Rovinj. Unlike Mediterranean camping spots that roast you alive by 10 AM, Baldarin is dappled in shade. The pitches are terraced into the hillside

Here is my honest recap of a weekend spent living the "bare" life at Baldarin. Let’s address the elephant in the room—or rather, the lack of one. Baldarin is not a "lifestyle" resort; it is a naturist resort. There is a massive difference.