You’ve been counting down the days until your long awaited vacay. And beyond the buffet breaky, rest and relaxation (maybe a little retail therapy), you’re really looking forward to getting down while you’re getting away. Between the change of scenery, laidback lifestyle and carefree outlook, who can blame you? Having sex on holidays isn't just something reserved for couples, but for lovers of all persuasions. But before we dive into our tips and tricks to help you pack and prepare for your summer lovin’, we would like to give you permission to explore your pleasure at your discretion. Whether you’re going solo, with a partner, or looking to hook up on holiday, we’re here to inspire some saucy scenarios to remember.
BEFORE YOU LEAVE
We’re not here to teach you how to suck an egg. You already know that preparation for a trip often involves checking out travel guides, blogs and reviews of places you’d like to explore. However, when it comes to planning to have sex on holidays, you might want to consider downloading your preferred dating apps ahead of your trip. Some folks have suggested that this pre-trains the algorithm to adapt to your new location faster, calibrating more accurate matches, sooner. (Because jet-lag shouldn’t affect your hook ups!)
No matter the app, platform or location, always practise a little due diligence. Make sure to do your own research about where you are going and let someone else know where you’ll be. Apps like bSafe or CloseCircle (on Google Play or the Apple App Store) can help friends and family stay in contact with you while you’re away. Apps like Sitata Travel Safe can also give you information about where local hospitals and clinics are located. If you are travelling with a partner, you may want to explore sex-culture hotspots or bring along books or movies that you can explore in the privacy of your own room.
ALWAYS PACK LUBE
Quiet, unassuming and light, lube is the perfect companion to any adventure. Water-based lube is compatible with all kinds of toys and pH-friendly for most vulva-owners. Additionally, you can pack silicone-based lube if you plan on playing in the water, wanna introduce some butt stuff into your trip, or are engaging in penis play. Lube is a pro tip for travellers as it can also be used to help with chafing – and quickies in between busy itineraries! Pack some sachets, bring the whole bottle, the world is your oyster.
TOYS ON TOUR
Travelling coupled-up or solo, there's no longer any reason to be embarrassed about bringing your favourite toy along. Many toys feature travel modes to prevent accidental vibration during transit, too! There are even discreet toys that can hide in plain sight. (Namely, the Vesper Mini Necklace.) Often when people travel they are willing to be a bit more experimental, so it could also be a good time to try something new or risqué. Just make sure to brush-up on the Smart Traveller recommendations around prohibited items, especially if you're planning to travel to any conservative countries (E.g. Indonesia, Brunei, the UAE, etc).
PACK PROTECTION
Safer sex means different things to different people. Make sure that you carry along the essential items you need to protect yourself from STIs and unwanted pregnancy. This can include everything from condoms and dental dams to birth control or PrEP and PEP. Have a chat with your doctor to explore your options.
REMOTE FRIENDLY
Who said you have to get physical with the locals? You can take yourself on a trip and still have sex on holidays – with people back home. Remote-friendly toys have opened up the world of long-distance loving. Simply suss out the kinds of toys you might like to use (E.g. penetrative, external, wearable, etc.) and the app compatibility. Then, make sure that your playmate(s) have the appropriate software or apps downloaded before your departure. It never hurts to give it a test run before the big trip.
SNAP HAPPY
You know what they say about distance: it makes the heart grow fonder. Building on the last tip, you might consider your holiday as a wonderful tension-builder for partners back home. Whether you're thinking of sending your lover(s) some naughty clips or having phone sex on holidays, there's no better way to restore or reignite the longing than with some tasteful pool pics or smutty snaps in your hotel room. Just make sure that you're not breaking any local rules around pornography, and that you're practicing safer internet use. E.g. Disappearing images over encrypted chats, please. Even better if the pics disguise your identity.
TOP 5 TIPS FOR HAVING SEX ON HOLIDAYS
- Pack protection: From the sun, elements and any other sexy scenarios that you may find yourself in
- Take a toy on tour: Carry a companion to stimulate you in all the right places.
- Do your research: Pre-planning can prevent frustration or even disappointment later.
- Lube's worth lugging over: If you could only pack one thing, make it lube.
- Get creative: Your experiences are only limited by your imagination. Oh the places you'll go, indeed.
