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When it came to nude beaches that I’ve read about over the years, the beach at Club Orient was always mentioned. I had a day in Phillipsburg on the Dutch side while on a cruise. I got off the ship and went straight to the taxi stand at the port. For $25 USD per individual or $9 USD if you share the ride with others, the taxi will drop you off at the old entrance to Club Orient. It’s about a 30 minute drive, but sometimes traffic can get heavy at rush hour. The countryside to the beach is beautiful going through the mountains. When you arrive at the beach, you’ll be dropped off at the parking lot at the beach entrance ( You know you’re there by the large sign). Don’t forget to tell your cabdriver when to pick you up. They are very accommodating. When you walk to the beach you will pass the one beach bar on the nude side of the beach. They offer basic bar food and drinks. You can also rent a chair and umbrella for about $20 for the day.
When I was there there was a lot of seaweed along the shore. From what I understand, there are certain times of the seasons when this occurs. I didn’t swim there, but if you walk down the the beach, there’s a little cove on the other side of the ruins of the old Club Orient restaurant that was clear of seaweed. Water that day was nice. The bottom is a little rocky, so be careful where you step.
One thing you’ll notice are the old remains of Club Orient resort. After the hurricane hit it in 2017, I was told they were trying to rebuild it, but for some reason or another the government won’t let them. I don’t know the details, but you will see the damaged remains all along the beach.
I spent about 4 hours there. The people I met were from all over. British, French, and American mostly. The atmosphere was a live and let live attitude. Everyone was polite and well behaved. The people there were all various ages. Some were topless, some were nude, some wore swimsuits. No seemed to care.
If you go, just remember. NO PICTURES ALLOWED ON THE BEACH. The only exception are in front of the signs at the entrance to the beach. Many people have their pictures taken au natural.
Overall, it was a fantastic experience for me. This was only my second visit to a nude beach. I hope to come here again if the chance ever arises.