Thread: SSB Question

My husband and I tried out SSB on our honeymoon last year and had a fantastic time! We were sad that we waited till our last full day to try it because it was a great experience, not to mention much less crowded than the regular beach and who doesn't love swimming naked? Anyway, I am heading back to couples this January 17-23 but I am actually coming with my mother. She lost my dad about a year ago and I have continually suggested that she go on a vacation to relax. She chose Jamaica and asked my advice on hotels and honestly, I researched tons of hotels but I chose Couples San Souci for my honeymoon because I think it's the best! Anyway, long story short, we are going together and so my question is will people be freaked out that we aren't a same sex couple but actually mother/daughter? Also, I loved SSB and she is interested in trying it-would it be okay going even though we aren't a couple? My mom and I have always been close and I'm not worried about hanging out naked but would other people have a problem with it?
Thanks!

Wow... this is a first..... my personal opinion is this... I would have no problem with it at all... I think it is really nice to want to take your mom on a relaxing vacation... make sure to get her a massage overlooking the ocean....

I don't know why anyone would have a problem with it? If you two are comfortable with the situation then why would anyone mind?

This is also a first for me. I have no problem with it. I think it is wonderful that you are doing that. Relax and enjoy!

So sorry to hear about your Dad. I think it would be fine. The people there from what everyone says are the best in the world thats why we are going. I think 2 women would be well respected and not looked upon as anything different than what allready exists at SSB. We will also be there Jan 19-26 our first time. You only live once!! Just do it!! Maybe we will see you there!!!! Safe travels

I have no problem with this, in fact during our last visit, we met a lovely bride and groom at SSB, the brides mother and sister came over one day, no one minded.

Howrver, as it is Couples is advertised as a "couples only" resort, you do need to be prepared for some push back. All it would take is one person feeling uncomfortable and expressing their concern and management really has no option but to ask you to go back to the textile side. Bending rules does become a slippery slope.

Again, I have no problem, but others may.

Not to be mean, but I thought you had to be a couple to go to Couples. And if you and your mom were allowed to go to SSB, why couldnt 2 brothers or a dad and his son go. Where would they draw the line. Thats what we like about couples; the intimacy of being with your spouse or s.o.

I completely understand where you are coming from and your concern. I called the company and spoke with them about their policy and was told that they were fine with non-couples, as long as they were double occupancy, although I imagine they try to keep the numbers down. I definitely don't want to make anyone uncomfortable and of course, we would leave if we made anyone uncomfortable. Honestly, I imagine we will be the ones that no one really notices just sitting off to the side, drinking girly frozen drinks and reading our kindles.

Thanks for everyone who has posted, you made me feel a lot better and also more prepared for our rapidly approaching vacation.

My wife and I will be at SSB during that time. I wouldn't worry about it. Respect is the key. Everyone knows why the rule is there, and as long as you're respectful, it's unlikely be enforced.

leslie,

YOu are not being mean but I think you miss the point of male/female and Female/female being O.K. with most people but not male/male on the nude beach. It is simply perception and not fact but when you over populate a nude area with men, it gets ickky for some reason. Let it be said that on our third day at SSB, I went over there one morning my wife decided to sleep in and she came over later. It was not a problem because I had already met everyone and was one of the crowd. Had it been my first day, it would not have worked, plus I would have never done it that way in the first place. Just my opinion but I think most feel close or the same way. I may be wrong.

Originally Posted by leslie

Not to be mean, but I thought you had to be a couple to go to Couples. And if you and your mom were allowed to go to SSB, why couldnt 2 brothers or a dad and his son go. Where would they draw the line. Thats what we like about couples; the intimacy of being with your spouse or s.o.

I have no problem if two brothers or dad/son go...to me, male or female is no issue of same sex (this is coming from a man). What I like about SSB and the Island is that it is MANDATORY nudity. If two brothers want to come to SSB, get naked and have drinks with the rest of us, fine by me. If it's a mother/daughter, no problem either. We have a problem with gawkers but to me, if you're naked, I can't classify you as a gawker...you're part of the scenery

I don't think Couples is necessarily about the "intimacy of being with your spouse/s.o." but instead I think it's about enjoying the time that you have with whomever you bring. Quite honestly, while you're on SSB, intimacy (in a touching sort of way) is frowned on and I don't think 2 brothers or mom/daughter will do anything to change the atmosphere of the nude beach.

That said, there's no way I'm getting naked with my brother or dad

Originally Posted by donjohnson

I have no problem if two brothers or dad/son go...to me, male or female is no issue of same sex (this is coming from a man). What I like about SSB and the Island is that it is MANDATORY nudity. If two brothers want to come to SSB, get naked and have drinks with the rest of us, fine by me. If it's a mother/daughter, no problem either. We have a problem with gawkers but to me, if you're naked, I can't classify you as a gawker...you're part of the scenery

I don't think Couples is necessarily about the "intimacy of being with your spouse/s.o." but instead I think it's about enjoying the time that you have with whomever you bring. Quite honestly, while you're on SSB, intimacy (in a touching sort of way) is frowned on and I don't think 2 brothers or mom/daughter will do anything to change the atmosphere of the nude beach.

That said, there's no way I'm getting naked with my brother or dad

You bring up exactly what I was thinking. Well Said! O yeah and that goes for me two on your last point with any of my 7 sisters or parents! I find the fact the @Stephanie1885 can be with her mother shows the close bond they have together.

We were at SSB last July and there was a delightful double sister "couple" there. They were treated no differently by anyone. We all had typical SSB fun.

Bilkat

Hi Stephanie;
We will be there the 18-25th and would have no problems with you and Mom at all. In fact, I will keep an eye out for you at SSB and say hi.
Marnie

When we were there in Dec 09, there was a wedding party that the entire group stayed there for a couple of days. There were 3 women that came over to SSB together and nothing was said. The only problem that anyone had with them was that it was obviously their first try at it and one didn't want to be AN. Someone said something to management and they were told they would have to disrobe. She did reluctantly, but soon decided it wasn't for her and left. There was no problem with them being there without a man with them.

There used to be another poster on this board that would go to one of the Negril resorts with her mother. It started I believe when the mother and father had a grip booked and the father passed away. The trip continued each year and may continue, I don't know. But go for it, enjoy and relax. Respect is what it's all about.

I do not see any problem with the two of you going to Couples and participating in anything, for all anyone knows you are a same sex couple, if you wish it to be known you are mother/daughter that is your choice and it should have no bearing on anything else with your stay. Go enjoy relax and I think its great the two of you can get away together as you are doing, hey one positive thing is you do not have to worry about any men or women hitiing on either on of you so you cn spend a very nice time bonding together. Enjoy

hi how was your holiday, did everything go according to plan??

We just got home from our trip to Couples and I am so happy to report that we had the pleasure of meeting Stephanie and her Mom on Sunset Beach! They both had a great time and there were no issues whatsoever. I have never seen Sunset Beach so busy either! We counted over 100 people there on Friday!

I am so happy to report that we both had an absolutely amazing time!! My mom and I ended up at SSB everyday for hours since the weather was wonderful while we were there. Everyone we met was so nice and incredibly friendly. The only sad thing is coming back to Connecticut and being deluged with multiple feet of snow...already planning the next trip to San Souci