Au Naturel Paradise Comments!

Posted By: Phil N Kim

Date Posted: 05-24-2005 19:00 - Date Of Visit: may 2005

We have bought a place there and we will buy others to do up for rent !
The club is without doubt a bit "old" and in need of a spruce up but the people are wonderful. The staff are great, some of them are "outstanding",
We are members of both here and other nudist resorts and would say that the "ambiance" of some of the others is considerably better than here but in terms of overall costs and what you get for what you pay you won't go further than paradise.
Phil n Kim

Posted By: BILL MCCULLOUGH

Date Posted: 03-24-2005 12:36 - Date Of Visit: 01/01/05 TO 01/08/05

THIS WAS OUR FIRST VISIT TO A NUDIST RESORT AND MY WIFE AND I WERE QUITE IMPRESSED. THE STAFF MADE US FEEL COMFORTABLE FROM THE VERY FIRST ENCOUNTER AT THE FRONT DESK. WE HAD A POOL SIDE MOTEL ROOM THAT MET OUR NEEDS SINCE WE SPENT MOST OF OUR TIME ENJOYING EITHER THE TIKI BAR, POOLS, RESTAURANT OR NIGHT CLUB. WE INITIALLY PLANNED TO STAY ONE NIGHT JUST TO TRY IT OUT AND RELUCTANTLY WENT BACK TO NORTH CAROLINA AFTER A WEEK. WE FOUND ALL THE PEOPLE FRIENDLY AND MADE SOME NICE FRIENDS. WE LOOK FORWARD TO OUR NEXT VACATION AND WE WILL BE BACK AT PARADISE .

BILL MCCULLOUGH

Posted By: islandman

Date Posted: 03-23-2005 15:48 - Date Of Visit: October 8, 2004

My wife and I were also "underwhelmed." Our hotel room was a disappointment - clean but needing a rehab. We also found the people hard to get to know. I guess it is a compliment to the popularity of the resort, but there are not enough chairs around the pool. I thought maybe it was because people would put a towel on a chair and then disappear. That didn't seem to be the case, though. Just too many people, too few chairs. The same was true about the nightclub. We couldn't find a place to sit down so we danced a couple of numbers and left. I agree with the comment about the people in the nightclub. It was embarrassing to be around some of them with their rubbing and touching.
We visited the restaurant for dinner and breakfast and were satisfied with the food and service.
We do not plan to go back.

Posted By: LTyson

Date Posted: 02-16-2005 17:57 - Date Of Visit: 2/11-2/14/05

My wife and I just returned from a long weekend stay at Paradise Lakes. After hearing so much about it, we were a little "underwhelmed."

The staff was very, very helpful and friendly, with the exception of the housekeeping (one couple complained to management while we were there that their room hadn't been cleaned in two days). Our accommodations (Lakeside Condo) had really seen much better days. It needed a very thorough cleaning and general remodel. I'd STRONGLY suggest that if you're planning on going you specifically request to stay at a private condo. Very nice spaces - for very little extra money. (stay in a privately owned condo at K8.FLPARADISE.net)

The food in the restaurant was good, and the service was good with the exception of one night when they seemed understaffed. Prices were reasonable (we only ate dinners there - we brought our own stuff for breakfast and lunch).

The nightclub was fun, if a little on the tacky side (all the women seemed to be trying to outdo each other for the sluttiest attire - we took it all in fun and enjoyed the show).

There is a strong swinger vibe, even though the management takes some pains to at least appear to control behavior. There are signs posted about behavior, and the welcoming brochure has a statement about "no over sexual activity." Still, there was lots of rubbing and touching (usually late at night and on the dance floor). Again, we weren't particularly put off by the behavior and no one was pushy.

Aside from the poor accommodations, we were also disappointed to find out that we were unable to use the gym facilities without paying for the privilege. That seemed a bit excessive, seeing as how were were there for 4 days.

All in all, the trip was fun and the weather good. The facilities could use a good sprucing up and we were hoping for more open, green spaces, but such was not the case. The guests were friendly (we didn't experience the cliques that other people seemed to) and no one was out of hand. We decided that we'd like to try Caliente next, which we understand is just up the road and a much, much nicer facility.

I hope this helps anyone considering a trip. I'd be happy to correspond with anyone interested.

Posted By: T&D

Date Posted: 01-07-2005 13:24 - Date Of Visit: 12/28/04

Just back from Paradise and enjoyed it quite a bit. We too found the place a bit "clicky" but met some very nice people. We also became Associate members while we were there. I was great spending so much time in the nude. The DJ could have been better but the night club was a lot of fun. We did run into some very predatory guys one night who harassed a few women and wouldn't take no for an answer. Those guys were left after being rejected or were tossed by the management.
I must admit that some of the "long timers" made visitors feel unwelcome like we were intruding in there homes. The up-level volleyball games were interesting considering most of these folks would not be considered athletes outside of the pool. It's funny to see people who play everyday complain about the play of people who play once every 5 years. All I can say to that is "get a life", step out of the pool and onto a tennis or basketball court, baseball field, ski slope, golf course or something that takes actual athletic ability!
All in all Pardise is a great place and we'll be back.

Posted By: jan and joe

Date Posted: 11-01-2004 03:41 - Date Of Visit: Oct. 2004

This was our first visit to a nude resort in over 25 years...enjoyed our stay, room nice and food delicious but people tended to be "clicky"...if they didn't know you they didn't want to talk to you....stayed in their "little group of friends with no room for newcomers"...we ended up joining the resort anyway but will probably not visit here again for a long time....will try out Paradise Valley since it is closer to home.

Posted By: Nicole and Jon

Date Posted: 09-20-2004 19:46 - Date Of Visit: 09/03

We spent four nights and experienced Hurrican Francis! The staff did everything possible to make the situation better. No electricity and no running water. But the staff set up a small breakfast (no charge) and were available as much as they could be.
We loved this resort and enjoyed it very much. We attended our first hurricane party and met many great people. We will go back many times. We especially liked the friendliness of the other visitors. Very easy to meet and talk with. We have been to most of the top clothing-optional resorts in California and Florida and, for whatever reason, people here are just nicer.

Posted By: Bob Bordeau

Date Posted: 08-28-2004 18:37 - Date Of Visit: 8/27/2004

I can't imagine taking my family to visit any other resort. We foud the staff to be very polite, well trained, and more than ready to accomodate our every need. Paradise has something for everyone. You can relax poolside, or play water vollyball, or go fishing at lake side. I felt ten years of stress melt away immediately. I want to thank all the staff for a wonderful time. We look forward to our next visit.

Posted By: Steve and Shelly

Date Posted: 04-12-2004 21:43 - Date Of Visit: Several times

We LOVE this place, it offers luxury or simple nature activities and surroundings. The staff is all very attentive and pleasant. We go as often as we can. Paradise is a "Slice of Heaven". We highly recommend this for couples........

Posted By: Dave Bogard

Date Posted: 01-16-2004 12:08 - Date Of Visit: 12/29-02/04

Nice facilities but the hotel is VERY difficult to contact by telephone. We constantly get an answer phone message. And the front desk seems uncertain at times about the charges or bills.
But once situated in we always have a great time and recommend it. (Get a owners rental at FLPARADISE.net)