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My First Time At A Nude Spa

The time I visited Vabali Day Spa in Berlin

Introduction

If you have read my blogs, you probably noticed I am an open book, carefree, and adventurous — a free spirit! With these adventures come interesting stories. So, I thought it would be fun to share some of my “first-time” experiences. These are all true stories. Only the names have been changed to protect the identity of the people involved (LOL, sounds so serious). This week, I wanted to share my first experience at a nude spa.

Berlin, Germany

As I stepped off the train in Berlin, I took a moment to take it all in. Berlin will be a great experience! I thought, wearing a big smile. Soon I settled into my hostel and updated my Facebook status. Moments later, my aunt sent me a private message explaining that I had a cousin in Berlin; let’s call him Crazy Cousin. Did I have a German cousin? It was unlikely, but I decided to meet this mystery person anyway.

After getting lost for half hour, I finally made it to Crazy Cousin’s flat. It was huge, nicely decorated, and in a great neighborhood. By the way, Crazy Cousin was not German. This person that was allegedly my cousin was pretty freaking odd. He could not explain what he did for a living, ate weird food, claimed to have hundreds of properties all over the globe, and used fresh lemon as a deodorant replacement (it didn’t work well).

This story isn’t about Crazy Cousin, so I’ll make the long story short. He ran off and left me in the middle of Berlin. That was many years ago; I never saw or heard from him again…I did figure it out. Crazy Cousin was sellin’ some ass to get him some gas! That is why he left — two guys were potential clients but weren’t interested in him, they were into me instead (dramaaa)!

Vabali Day Spa

Before Crazy Cousin abandoned me on the mean streets of Berlin, he told me to visit Vabali Day Spa. Interestingly, he left out the most significant detail; it was a nude spa.

As the hostess handed me my locker key, she said, “Remember, this is a nude spa, so no clothes are allowed.” What. The. Hell? “Did you say this is a nude spa?” I asked, confused by what I was hearing. “Yes, this is a nude spa.” I must have stood there for 2 minutes deciding if I wanted to cancel the reservation. But finally, I decided I would give it a try.

In the States, these places aren’t as common. US culture is very closed off with nudity compared to Europe.

It took 45 minutes for me to work up enough courage to step outside the locker room. I was terrified for two reasons. First, this was a new experience. And second, I felt uncomfortable being nude around strangers. But surprisingly, my experience was great. Now I advocate for these types of spas.

Inside the spa

Once I left the dressing room, I felt a sense of freedom I hadn’t experienced. The spa was breathtakingly beautiful, clean, and calm. Everyone was relaxed and open; there were mineral baths, saunas, steam rooms, and resting areas everywhere. They also had a restaurant, and the food was delicious. You could rest inside or outside. There were hot tubs, cold baths, and any other spa treatment you might imagine. There were couples, singles, and groups.

Most of the spa was coed, but there were a couple of saunas and steam rooms designated for ladies. During my spa day, I utilized both coed and ladies only. When I visited, there were slightly more men, and the ladies in attendance were usually coupled or with friends. No one spoke to anyone outside their group. The spa was heavenly, and I didn’t want to leave.

My experience at the nudie spa was one of my most memorable moments during my Euro trip. It opened me up and made me feel alive. It is difficult to explain in words; I felt free. We were born nude, so maybe that is why these places make us feel a sense of aliveness.

Final thoughts

My Euro trip really opened me up. Previously, I was more reserved, shy, and closed-minded. I was raised religiously, so things like nude spas and private sex clubs were off the table. But now I understand life is about experiences. So, go and experience, be free, and get naked.

© Ari Love, 2022