7 Places Where You Can Still Pan for Gold

Posted by The Penny Hoarder

Define the perfect family vacation.

Could it be soaking in scenic landscapes from America’s streams and rivers? Maybe it’s learning about an historic piece of the American experience? Certainly, striking it rich and pulling out a 17 pound chunk of gold worth millions would be an enticing bonus!

For centuries Americans have taken to rivers and streams in search of the ultimate riches and at many historic claims, you still can.

10 Hotels Where You Can Strip Down

 

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Desire Resort & Spa Riviera Maya  

Puerto Morelos, Mexico

For some travelers, itsy bitsy bikinis or revealing Speedos just don't cut it -- a vacation isn't a vacation without a little nudity. Luckily for them, these hotels are redefining casual dress with policies that let guests bare it all (or almost all). So take a peek -- a little voyeurism never hurt anyone.

First up, Desire Resort and Spa. You'll find all sorts at this clothing-optional, couples-only resort, from older married couples, to young nudists, to swingers. One thing they all have in common: They like to get naked. The resort bills itself as "a place of freedom where fantasies become real," and these fantasies can become real all over the property -- the white-sand beach, the big pool, and especially the large Jacuzzi, which can get pretty X-rated towards the wee hours of the morning.